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Westminster Trifecta - Silly Songs, Summer Improv & Power Up!

$ 235 usd
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Mon, Apr 4, 2022, 7:00 PM EDT – Wed, Aug 3, 2022, 8:30 PM EDT
Westminster Community Center, 25 Union Street, Westminster, MD Map
Dates Breakdown
Mon, Apr 4, 2022, 7:00 – 8:30 PM EDT
Mon, Apr 11, 2022, 7:00 – 8:30 PM EDT
Westminster Trifecta - Silly Songs, Summer Improv & Power Up!

Fill your Spring/Summer schedule with all that Barrier-Free has to offer! Westminster Trifecta - Silly Songs, Summer Improv & Power Up!


Silly Songs Description

During this eight-week course, participants will gain confidence in their own voice through singalongs, music games, and songwriting workshops, culminating in an original song written by the whole group and recorded during rehearsals. 

This class is a mixed abilities class for individuals 18+ with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism. This class is open to new & returning Barrier-Free participants, no musical experience is required!

Details:

  • Mondays April 4 - May 23
  • 7:00 - 8:30pm
  • Westminster Community Center (25 Union St Westminster, MD 21157)
  • Parents, counselors, siblings, etc. may wait on-site in the downstairs conference room if needed
  • Lead Teaching Artist: Music Mike Morton
  • Assistant Teaching Artists: Kelsey McKenney & Mike Eaton

Summer Improv Description

Barrier-Free’s beloved summer class is back for ANOTHER round of acting fun! During the course of this 8-week class, participants will learn and engage in the basics of character-based improv and sketch comedy.

Engaging in improv acting promotes social skill development, risk-taking, and self-concept.


Details:

  • Mondays June 6 - Aug 1 (skip July 4th)
  • 7:00 - 8:30pm
  • Westminster Community Center (25 Union St Westminster, MD 21157)
  • Parents, counselors, siblings, etc. may wait on-site in the downstairs conference room if needed
  • Lead Teaching Artist: Gary Jolbitado
  • Assistant Teaching Artist: Mike Eaton

Power Up Description

This 8-week class will encourage individuals to practice various physical skills - coordination, balance, and nonverbal communication - through lots of fun activities and exercises. These activities will include anything from a football toss to hip-hop dancing - something to keep everyone engaged and excited!

Minimal to no prior exercise experience is necessary. The only requirements are an open mind and a positive attitude.

Week 1 - Sports Day #1

Week 2 - Dance Day #1

Week 3 - Physical Acting Day

Week 4 - Rest and Recover Day

Week 5 - Sports Day #2

Week 6 - Dance Day #2


Details:

  • Wednesdays June 8 - July 27
  • 7:00 - 8:30pm
  • Westminster Community Center (25 Union St Westminster, MD 21157)
  • Parents, counselors, siblings, etc. may wait on-site in the downstairs conference room if needed
  • Lead Instructor: Evan Darr
  • Assistant Instructor: Mike Eaton

New participants are welcome to enroll! We offer a "no pressure" two-week trial period for all classes. Your two week trial would apply to the first two weeks of Silly Songs class.

Step 1: Fill out the online registration & select "check payment" to bypass payment.

Step 2: Attend the first two weeks of classes as a "test run."

Step 3: After the two weeks, let us know if you'd like to continue. We can then arrange online or check payment, depending on your preference.

Still have questions? Email us directly at info@BarrierFreeMD.com or give us a call at 301-799-8669.

Instructors

Evan Darr

Lead Teaching Artist

Gary Jolbitado

Assistant Director & Teaching Artist

Kelsey Jacobs

Director

Michael Eaton

Assistant Teaching Artist

Music Mike Morton

Music Director

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Location

Westminster Community Center, 25 Union Street, Westminster, MD

Classifications

Age Groups
  • Adult