Performing Arts Studios: Take one.

In the Performing Arts education program, arts and education professionals teach standard-based, process-oriented classes, camps and workshops. Classes challenge the imagination, develop creativity, sharpen critical thinking and develop performing arts skills.

Acting Studio

Acting classes are held in this studio at Mesa Arts Center as well as Off the Cuff, and Ballet Folklórico. Classes consist of acting, drama, improvisation, camera work, directing, movement, stage combat and playwriting.

Drama Studio

In addition to drama classes, this studio hosts portions of the Creative Tots program. It also serves as the main studio for the annual Creative Zone Actor's workshop. Classes consist of acting, drama, improvisation, camera work, directing, movement, stage combat and playwriting.

Dance Studio

Housing dance classes at Mesa Arts Center as well as Off Center Dance, this studio hosts classes such as creative movement, ballet, jazz, modern and various other dance styles.

Music Studio

Various music classes and portions of the Creative Tots program are held in this studio. Classes consist of guitar, general music, preschool music, private voice, group vocal classes and more.

Arts Blocks

The Arts Blocks consists of multiple classes in the performing and/or visual arts. Classes may consist of any combination of theatre, drama, dance, music and/or visual arts.

Creative Tots

This is an arts program for children ages 3-5. Classes consist of four 45-minute sections of drama, dance, structured play, music and/or visual arts. Snacks will be provided.