THE GUIDE 2016–2017 CLASSES

THE GUIDE2016–2017

CLASSES

FOR ALL AGES!

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WELCOME TO COCA

BUILDING HOURSFall & Winter/SpringMON–FRI | 9:00AM–9:00PMSAT | 9:00AM–6:00PMSUN | 11:00AM–6:00PM

Welcome to COCA 3

Art & Design/Millstone Gallery 4–7

Ballet 8–14

Dance Enrichment 15

Early Childhood 16–17

Fitness 18

Hip-Hop 19–21

Jazz 22–25

Modern 26–27

Social & Cultural 28

Tap 29–31

Theatre 32–35

Voice & Music 36–37

Allegro 38

Student Dance Companies 39

COCA Theatre Company 40

COCA Presents 2016–2017 41

COCAedu 42–43

The COCA Annual Fund 44–45

Registration Information 46

Registration Form 47–48

Fall Session At-A-Glance 49–53

Horton Teacher Workshop 54

COCA’s Educational Approach 55

Fall Classes begin Tuesday, September 6, 2016. The last day to register is Saturday, September 24. Winter/Spring Classes begin Tuesday, January 17, 2017. The last day to register is Saturday, February 4.

Lizzie Bright and the Buckminster Boy, COCA Theatre Company, 2016Cover: COCA student Abby Zaiz.

Dear Friends,

Welcome to the 2016–2017 year of arts classes at COCA! We are excited to have you join us as we celebrate 30 years of connecting St. Louisans to the arts.

COCA provides meaningful arts experiences to people of all ages and skill levels, from enthusiastic amateurs to emerging professionals. We are the fourth largest multidisciplinary community arts center in the U.S. and a leader in innovative arts education. COCA is one of 17 schools in the country—and the only one in Missouri—accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools.

In this guide, you’ll see the depth and breadth of our arts education offerings for all ages. We have wonderful classes in art & design, dance, early childhood, fitness, theatre, and voice. Our classes are taught by our faculty who are distinguished arts educators in their fields.

Thank you for choosing COCA!

Warmly,

Kelly PollockCOCA Executive Director

SummerMON–THU | 7:30AM–9:00PMFRI | 7:30AM–6:00PMSAT | 9:00AM–5:00PMSUN | CLOSED

BUILDING CLOSED2016: SEP 5 | NOV 24–25 | DEC 23–26 | DEC 30–312017: JAN 1–2 | JAN 16 | APR 16 | APR 28 | MAY 29


ART & DESIGN ART & DESIGN

*Indicates 7-week classes

CORE CLASSES

Art & Design Studio 1Ages 6 to 9 Designed to expose students to a wide range of art materials and design concepts, this class will focus on experimenting with drawing, painting and sculpture as well as exploring digital art, design and architecture. Although the emphasis will be on enjoying the creative process, the fundamentals of art technique, such as line, shape, value, pattern, space and color, will be emphasized across mediums.

FALL7982 | Maria OjascastroSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8258 | Maria OjascastroSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

Art & Design Studio 2Ages 10 to 13 Designed to expose students to a wide range of art materials and design concepts, this class will focus on increasingly more complex experimentation with drawing, painting and sculpture as well as digital art, design and architecture. Although the emphasis will be on enjoying the creative process, instruction in art technique such as line, shape, value, pattern, space and color will be emphasized across mediums.

FALL7983 | Maria OjascastroSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8259| Maria OjascastroSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

ARCHITECTURE

Building Blocks of Architecture*Ages 6 to 9 In this class, students will work with a professional architect as they identify materials and geometry found in architecture. They will learn, in simple terms and methods, how big buildings are made up of smaller parts, and they will explore how buildings come together through drawings and model making.

FALL7985 | Erica TwomeySAT | SEP 10–OCT 22 | 11:15–12:45PM$150

FALL7986 | Erica TwomeySAT | OCT 29–DEC 10 | 11:15–12:45PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8255 | Erica TwomeySAT | JAN 21–MAR 4 | 11:15–12:45PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8256 | Erica TwomeySAT | MAR 11–APR 22 | 11:15–12:45PM$150

COMICS

Comics & Graphic Storytelling 1*Ages 10 to 13 In this class, students will explore the diverse world of comics while learning the fundamental techniques of comic creation and design. Students will create original characters and storylines while learning and practicing technical drawing, lettering and inking.

FALL7960 | Jeffrey WeigelTUE | SEP 6–OCT 18 | 6:00–7:25PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8263 | Jeffrey WeigelTUE | JAN 17–FEB 28 | 6:00–7:25PM$150

Comics & Graphic Storytelling 2*Ages 11 to 16 Students will utilize and build upon the skills learned in Comics & Graphic Storytelling 1, such as drawing, character design, lettering, inking and graphic storytelling. As their technical skills in these elements improve, they will apply them to develop a comic book that will be included in a printed anthology developed by the class.

FALL7962 | Jeffrey WeigelTUE | SEP 6–OCT 18 | 7:30–8:55PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8265 | Jeffrey WeigelTUE | JAN 17–FEB 28 | 7:30–8:55PM$150

Manga 2*Ages 11 to 16 This course is designed for students who are already developing drawing skills in the popular Japanese Manga style. They will learn to draw facial expressions, hands, hair and clothing folds to develop their own characters and stories. Students will frame them or put them together in a story to form a comic book they can take home at the end of class.

FALL7966 | Hope AshleyTUE | OCT 25–DEC 6 | 7:30–8:55PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8282 | Hope AshleyTUE | MAR 7–APR 18 | 7:30–8:55PM$150

Manga 1*Ages 10 to 13 This class is designed for students who want to learn to draw in the popular Japanese Manga style. Japanese Manga is used in a broad range of genres, including action-adventure, romance, sports, science fiction and mystery. Students will learn to draw facial expressions, hands, hair and figure proportions to develop their own characters and stories.

FALL7964 | Hope AshleyTUE | OCT 25–DEC 6 | 6:00–7:25PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8280 | Hope AshleyTUE | MAR 7–APR 18 | 6:00–7:25PM$150

DIGITAL ART

Legomation*Ages 8 to 12 Do you love to play Lego Star Wars and other stop animation games? In this camp, you will learn how they made the games you love. Develop a simple story board, stage the building blocks, and learn how to utilize stop animation techniques to build a short film out of Legos! Each student will leave with a copy of the film created by the class.

FALL7971 | Aaron HoldmeyerTHU | SEP 8–OCT 20 | 6:00–7:55PM$175

WINTER/SPRING8278 | Aaron HoldmeyerTHU | JAN 19–MAR 2 | 6:00–7:55PM$175

Be An ArchitectAges 10 to 13 Students will explore distinct design solutions for challenging architectural questions. During the first half of the semester, each class will pose a new design challenge, and students will build models or create drawings that represent their solutions to these challenges. Architect Evan Bronstein will offer guidance to students to help them frame the goals of each project and fulfill their goals. In the second half of the semester, students will tackle a larger project as they create and draw their own building, develop their own floorplan and make a physical model of their design. On the final day of class, students will display their models at COCA for family and friends.

FALL7987 | Evan BronsteinSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:00–2:15PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8254 | Evan BronsteinSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:00–2:15PM$270

iPad Images*Ages 8 to 12 Explore the world of digital arts using your imagination and arts-based apps on an iPad. We’ll work in digital drawing and illustration apps, take and manipulate photographs, even explore animation. Through these digital art mediums, students will learn the fundamentals of art technique such as line, shape, value, pattern, space and color.

FALL7974 | Aaron HoldmeyerSAT | SEP 10–OCT 22 | 2:30–3:25PM$130

iPad Movie Making*Ages 8 to 12 Collaboratively plan, write, storyboard, direct, perform in, shoot and edit a short digital video using tools and apps on an iPad. Students will leave the class with a copy of the films developed by the class. Class is structured to meet students at a variety of experience levels. iPads are provided by COCA for classroom use.

FALL7973 | Aaron HoldmeyerTHU | OCT 22–DEC 8 | 6:00–7:55PM$175

WINTER/SPRING8268 | Aaron HoldmeyerTHU | MAR 9–APR 20 | 6:00–7:55PM$175

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT

Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to full-semester classes only.


ART & DESIGN ART & DESIGNFINE ARTS

Draw, Paint, PrintAges 6 to 9 In this class, students will draw, paint and print using diverse materials and techniques. While looking to master artists for inspiration, they will create several pieces of art in each area—drawing, painting and printmaking—adding imagination and creativity to make their own personal masterpieces.

FALL7976 | Rudy ZapfSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8270 | Rudy ZapfSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM$260

FASHION DESIGN

Intro to Fashion Design & SewingAges 8 to 10 Students will learn the process of fashion design as they create renderings and illustrations for garments they imagine. They will learn the basics of machine and hand sewing as they construct simple accessories and even a basic skirt.

FALL7954 | Lauren CramMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:10PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8276 | Lauren CramMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:10PM$270

ADULT

Painting & Mixed Media Studio for AdultsAges 18 & up This class will explore a variety of fine arts media including painting, watercolor, ink and collage while examining the fundamentals of technique, as well as more advanced approaches designed to inspire the eye and the imagination. No previous training required.

FALL7958 | Maria OjascastroMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:55PM$295

Portfolio PrepAges 14 to 18 This class is for students in high school who plan to apply to colleges of art and design. The curriculum is designed to help students create a body of work that reflects the strength of their ideas, skills and understanding of art and design. Students will leave the class with a strong portfolio to share in college interviews and an understanding of the college application process.



Fashion Design & ConstructionAges 11 to 16 In this class, students will learn the basic hand sewing and machine sewing skills to turn their designs into clothing they can wear. Students will learn a variety of techniques creating original clothing and accessory items.

FALL7956 | Lauren CramMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:15–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8272 | Lauren CramMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:15–8:55PM$280


IN THE MILLSTONE GALLERYSince 2008, COCA’s Millstone Gallery has brought the community together to share and experience contemporary art, make personal connections to the work, and gain a greater understanding of the artistic process. All exhibitions are free and open to the public.

Outside In: Paint for PeaceSAT, AUG 27–SUN, OCT 30, 2016ALL AGES

Showcasing the power of the arts, COCA presents a selection of the murals painted on the boarded-up storefronts by amateur and professional artists in the days and weeks following the 2014 protests in Ferguson, MO. Guest curated by Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris, Outside In: Paint for Peace is presented in collaboration with the Sheldon Art Galleries, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and Carol Swartout Klein, author of the award-winning children’s book Painting for Peace in Ferguson. Additional presenting and program partners include the Ferguson Youth Initiative, Missouri History Museum and the Vaughn Cultural Center.

For a full gallery schedule, visit cocastl.org.

Millstone Gallery exhibitions are presented by The Arthur and Helen Baer Charitable Foundation, with additional support by the Millstone Foundation and Missouri Arts Council.

Outside In: Paint for Peace is presented by:

Figure Drawing*Ages 14 to 18 This course is designed to help students gain a better understanding of drawing the human form. Each class will utilize a live, clothed model and students will work directly on their eye drawing skills. They will focus on anatomy and the basic structure of the figure in addition to details surrounding facial expressions, hands and hair.

FALL7969 | Hope AshleyWED | SEP 7–OCT 19 | 6:00–7:25PM$150

Art & Design Studio for AdultsAges 18 & up Designed to expose students to a wide range of art materials and design concepts, this class will focus on experimenting with drawing, painting and sculpture as well as exploring digital art, design and architecture. Although the emphasis will be on enjoying the creative process, the fundamentals of art technique, such as line, shape, value, pattern, space and color, will be emphasized across mediums. No previous training required.

WINTER/SPRING8284 | Maria OjascastroMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:55PM$295

Art StudioAges 10 to 13 Students will discover the fundamentals of fine art—line, value, shape, color, texture, balance—as they practice drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. This class focuses on individual growth as well as collaborative projects as students experiment with different media. Students will have the opportunity to view, discuss and creatively respond to exhibitions in The Millstone Gallery at COCA.



Outside In: Paint for Peace field trips, in-school residencies and professional development information on page 41.


BALLET BALLETBallet: Beginner 1Ages 6 to 8 This class is an introduction to the basic principles of classical training for the beginning ballet student including etiquette, imagination, alignment, ballon, gross motor skills and strength-building exercises in an imaginative and engaging atmosphere. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.

FALL8179 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

FALL8180 | Carrie FernandezWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

FALL8181 | Lindsay StewartSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

FALL 8182 | Ashley HamannSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8309 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8310 | Carrie FernandezWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8311 | Lindsay StewartSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8312 | Ashley HamannSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

Ballet: Beginner 2Ages 7 to 9 This class is designed to provide students with substantial elementary ballet skills and introduce concepts such as elegance and its connection to physical alignment, basic arm movements and positions, as well as proper ways to build turn out, and strengthen and develop motor skills for classical dance. Students must have completed at least one year of ballet training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8201 | Carrie FernandezTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM$260


FALL8203 | Ashley HamannSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8314 | Carrie FernandezTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8315 | Lindsay StewartSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM$260


Ballet: Beginner 3Ages 8 to 11 In this class, students will learn to build physical and mental habits of excellence. Instruction will focus on the assimilation and repetition of diverse ballet poses and exercises, physical coordination and basic musicality. Previous training required if a student is 8 years old. No previous training required for students 9 years old or older.

FALL8190 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

FALL8191 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

FALL8192 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8318 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8319 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8320 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRINGV8321 | Lindsay StewartSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

BEGINNER

Ballet: KAges 5 to 6 Specially designed for the kindergarten student, this class will expose dancers to the basic principles of classical ballet while still encouraging their youthful creativity. This class is a perfect bridge between the early childhood program and the sequential ballet curriculum. Students must be entering Kindergarten to enroll. Students must have completed Pre-Ballet 2.

FALL8209 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

FALL8210 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8347 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8348 | Kathleen Radke WhittakerWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

Ballet: Beginner 4Ages 9 to 14 In this class, students will be encouraged to master elementary work through repetition of diverse positions and poses, correct execution of technical elements and the expressiveness that comes from an evolving sense of musicality. Students must have completed Ballet: Beginner 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8184 | Norma GabrielMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

FALL8185 | Norma GabrielWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

FALL8186 | Carrie FernandezTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

FALL8187 | Carrie FernandezSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–1:10PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8323 | Norma GabrielMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8324 | Norma GabrielWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:15–6:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8325 | Carrie FernandezTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8326 | Carrie FernandezSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–1:10PM$270



Ballet: Dance for BoysAges 8 to 10 This class is highly recommended for active boys who would like to increase their agility, coordination and strength while learning the basics of dance technique. Students must have completed at least one year of prior dance training.

FALL8195 | Antonio Douthit-BoydMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8356 | Antonio Douthit-BoydMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:00–5:55PM$260


BALLET BALLETBallet: Intermediate 2Ages 11 to 18 This class is designed to solidify elementary technique and prepare the intermediate dancer for increasing complexity. Students will find strength through repetition as well as the use of demi-pointe, pointe, epaulement and basic turning and jumping fundamentals. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class: Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, and attend class twice a week.



FALL8207 | Kathryn CroghanFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:00–6:55PM$295



WINTER/SPRING8335 | Kathryn CroghanFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:00–6:55PM$295

Ballet: Intermediate 3Ages 12 to 18 In this class, students will focus on stabilizing and coordinating the movements en tournant (with turning elements) that lead directly into various types of pirouettes. They will work on strengthening their ability to execute adagios in the center involving poses with a rise to demi-pointe and jumps involving batterie (beats). Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. In order to study pointe, students are required to enroll in two sections of this class: Tuesday, Thursday or Friday, and attend class twice per week.

FALL8197 | Cynthia McCollumTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:30–7:25PM$295

FALL8198 | Cynthia McCollumTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–7:25PM$295

FALL8199 | Cynthia McCollumFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:00–6:55PM$295

WINTER/SPRING8339 | Cynthia McCollumTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:30–7:25PM$295

WINTER/SPRING8340 | Cynthia McCollumTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–7:25PM$295

WINTER/SPRING8341 | Cynthia McCollumFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:00–6:55PM$295

Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3Ages 11 to 18 This class is designed to solidify elementary technique and prepare the intermediate dancer for increasing complexity. Students will focus on stabilizing and coordinating the movements en tournant (with turning elements) that lead directly into various types of pirouettes. They will work on strengthening their ability to execute adagios in the center involving poses with a rise to demi-pointe, and jumps involving batterie (beats). Students must have completed two years of Ballet: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8229 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

WINTER/SPRING8337 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

Ballet: Intermediate 4Ages 13 to 18 In this class, students will continue to work on various types of pirouettes, adding multiple turns where appropriate. They will learn to sustain and stabilize longer adagios in the center in all standard poses with a rise to demi-pointe, gain power for jumps both with and without beats, and develop a repertoire of intermediate ballet steps including work on one supporting leg. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8175 | Kathryn CroghanMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

FALL8176 | Ellen CostanzaWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

FALL8177 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:45–2:10PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8343 | Kathryn CroghanMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8344 | Ellen CostanzaWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8345 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:45–2:10PM$280

INTERMEDIATE

Ballet: Intermediate 1Ages 10 to 18 This class is the first of two years designed to solidify the work accomplished in the beginning levels and increase strength by adding greater movement repetitions using demi-pointe, epaulement and elementary turning concepts. Students must have completed Ballet: Beginner 4 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8155 | Kathryn CroghanMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

FALL8156 | Kathryn CroghanWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

FALL8157 | Norma GabrielFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:45–6:10PM$280

FALL8158 | Carrie FernandezSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

WINTER/SPRING8328 | Kathryn CroghanMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8329 | Kathryn CroghanWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8330 | Norma GabrielFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:45–6:10PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8331 | Carrie FernandezSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

Ballet: Pre-Pointe & Beginner PointeAges 11 to 18 Though the majority of ballet technique is the same for men and women, pointe classes are designed to develop the strength and endurance necessary for the woman’s specialty of dancing on her toes. The instructor will determine when members of the class advance from pre-pointe to pointe work. DO NOT purchase pointe shoes prior to attending this class. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 1. Students must also register for Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3 at 9:00AM as a warm-up class.

FALL8249 | Carrie FernandezSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:10AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8372 | Carrie FernandezSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:10AM$235

Ballet: Beginner Pointe 2Ages 12 to 18 Though the majority of ballet technique is the same for men and women, pointe classes are designed to develop the strength and endurance necessary for the woman’s specialty of dancing on her toes. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 2. Students must also register for Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3 at 9:00AM as a warm-up class.

FALL8245 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:10AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8368 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:10AM$235

NATIONALLY ACCREDITED

COCA is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools (ACCPAS)—Missouri’s only ACCPAS-accredited school.


BALLET BALLETBallet: Advanced 2Ages 14 & up This class is intended to be a year of mastery for all intermediate and advanced work. The emphasis is on power and excellence in various turning movements and in demi-pointe and pointe work. There is also an emphasis on professionalism and artistry in order to prepare the students for the rigors of higher education or a professional dance company. Students must have completed Ballet: Advanced 1, obtain instructor approval or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8164 | Adam SageMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

FALL8165 | Adam SageWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

FALL8166 | Adam SageTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8305 | Adam SageMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8306 | Adam SageWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8307 | Adam SageTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:55PM$280



ADVANCED

Ballet: Advanced 1Ages 14 & up This class is intended to build stability, strength and stamina in various ballet and pointe movements. Plasticity or fluidity of the arm and torso, while executing complex movements, will be emphasized. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 4, obtain instructor approval or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8160 | Jennifer Welch CudnikMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

FALL8161 | Ellen CostanzaTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

FALL8162 | Jennifer Welch CudnikWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8299 | Jennifer Welch CudnikMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8300 | Ellen CostanzaTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8301 | Jennifer Welch CudnikWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:00–7:25PM$280

Ballet: Advanced 1 & 2Ages 14 & up This three-year class will emphasize building the stability and strength required for intermediate and advanced technical work. Students will focus on mastery of intermediate and advanced work on both demi-pointe and pointe as well as professionalism and artistry in order to prepare them for the rigors of higher education and/or professional work. Students must obtain instructor approval or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class. Students are encouraged to enroll in additional Advanced classes.

FALL8231 | Antonio Douthit-BoydSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:45–3:10PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8303 | Antonio Douthit-BoydSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:45–3:10PM$280

Ballet: Men’s Class AdvancedAges 14 & up This class is designed to develop the strength and athleticism necessary to master the jumps, turns and other exciting performance steps required of the male dancer. For intermediate and advanced dancers only. Students must also register for Ballet: Advanced or Ballet: Intermediate 3 at 5:30PM as a warm-up class.

FALL8219 | Antonio Douthit-BoydTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8358 | Antonio Douthit-BoydTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 1Ages 14 to 18 This class is designed to further develop a repertoire of intermediate/advanced pointe, and introduce solos and/or choreography from classical repertoire. Students must have completed Ballet: Intermediate 4 and Ballet: Intermediate Pointe. Students must also register for Ballet: Advanced 1 at 5:30PM as a warm-up class.

FALL8233 | Ellen CostanzaTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8364 | Ellen CostanzaTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 2Ages 14 & up This class involves complex step combinations comprised of advanced ballet vocabulary and classical variations including solos and/or choreography from classical repertoire. Students must have completed Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 1. Students must also register for Ballet: Advanced 2 at 5:30PM as a warm-up class.



TEEN & ADULT

Ballet: Teen BeginnerAges 11 to 18 In this class, students will explore the basics of ballet including diverse poses and positions, basic coordination, strength and alignment, basic musicality and the rewards of an artistic, process-based learning experience. No previous training required.

FALL8225 | COCA FacultySAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:15–2:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8354 | COCA FacultySAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:15–2:10PM$260

Ballet: Young Men’s Class IntermediateAges 11 to 18 This class will begin to develop the additional strength and athleticism necessary to achieve the jumps, turns, and other skills required of the male dancer. Class will include a preparatory warm up.

FALL8217 | Kirven Douthit-BoydTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8360 | Kirven Douthit-BoydTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

Ballet: Intermediate PointeAges 13 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop a repertoire of intermediate ballet steps including work on one supporting leg. Intermediate pointe work comes directly out of the vocabulary of the intermediate ballet classes. Students must have completed Ballet: Beginner Pointe 2. Students must also register for Ballet: Intermediate 4 at 12:45PM as a warm-up class.

FALL8247 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:15–3:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8370 | Kathryn CroghanSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:15–3:10PM$260


BALLET

Floorbarre 1Ages 11 to 18 Exercises in this class are designed to create an awareness of the body by correcting and refining body alignment, building and stabilizing core strength, increasing flexibility and enhancing artistic expression. For intermediate dancers only. No Class Passes accepted.

FALL8235 | COCA FacultyWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8378 | COCA FacultyWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

Floorbarre 2Ages 15 to 18 Exercises in this class are designed to create an awareness of the body by correcting and refining body alignment, building and stabilizing core strength, increasing flexibility and enhancing artistic expression. For advanced dancers only. No Class Passes accepted.

FALL8243 | Ashley HamannFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8381 | Ashley HamannFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

West African DanceAges 12 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes will be accompanied by live drumming when available. No previous training required.

FALL8081 | Diadie BathilyTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

FALL8080 | Diadie BathilyFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8521 | Diadie BathilyTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8520 | Diadie BathilyFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

Character DanceAges 11 to 18 Character dance is based on folk dances of various nationalities, stylized and heightened to theatrical proportions. Classical and contemporary dancers consider character dance a critical part of training because it produces clarity of movement, sureness of gesture and rhythmic feeling through the technique of syncopated accents.



ChoreographyAges 14 to 18 In this class, students will develop personal movement vocabulary and innovative composition skills. Works created in this class will be presented at the Emerging Choreographers Concert at the conclusion of the Winter/Spring semester at COCA. For advanced dancers only. First semester participation is required for second semester registration.



Stretch & StrengthenAges 10 to 18 This class is designed to be a supplemental workout for intermediate dancers. Class will involve a brief floor warm-up followed by stretching exercises specifically designed to support the physical demands of dance. For intermediate dancers only.

FALL8241 | Cynthia McCollumTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8383 | Cynthia McCollumTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

DANCE ENRICHMENT

Ballet: Adult Advanced BeginnerAges 16 & up This class will build on the work accomplished in Ballet: Adult Beginner by establishing a reliable vocabulary of elementary poses and emphasizing correct execution and strengthening while encouraging the values to be found in the artistic process. Students must have completed Ballet: Adult Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8221 | Norma GabrielTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 12:00–1:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8289 | Norma GabrielTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 12:00–1:25PM$280

Ballet: Adult IntermediateAges 16 & up Designed to solidify elementary technique and increase strength by adding greater movement repetitions and work on demi-pointe, this class will explore the use of expression and epaulement as well as elementary turning movements while preserving the importance of the artistic process and developing artistic expression. Students must have completed Ballet: Adult Advanced Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8152 | Norma GabrielMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 9:30–10:55AM$280


WINTER/SPRING8294 | Norma GabrielMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 9:30–10:55AM$280


Ballet: Adult Intermediate/AdvancedAges 16 & up This two-year class will focus on movements en tournant (with turning elements) leading directly into preliminary pirouette forms, longer adagios in the center involving poses held on demi-pointe and jumps involving batterie (beats). First-year students will learn new material, while second-year students will work toward technical mastery. Students must have completed Ballet: Adult Intermediate or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Ballet: Teen & Adult Advanced BeginnerAges 16 & up This class will build on the work accomplished in Ballet: Adult Beginner and Ballet: Teen Beginner by establishing a reliable vocabulary of elementary poses and emphasizing correct execution and strengthening while encouraging the values to be found in the artistic process. Students must have completed Ballet: Adult Beginner, Ballet: Teen Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8223 | Ashley HamannSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–3:25PM$280


TEEN & ADULT

Ballet: Adult BeginnerAges 16 & up In this class, students will explore the basics of ballet including diverse poses and positions, basic coordination, strength and alignment, musicality and the rewards of an artistic, process-based learning experience. No previous training required.





Ballet: Teen Advanced BeginnerAges 11 to 18 This class will build on the work accomplished in Ballet: Teen Beginner by establishing a reliable vocabulary of elementary poses and emphasizing correct execution and strengthening while encouraging the values to be found in the artistic process. Students must have completed Ballet: Teen Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Hip-Hop ChoreographyAges 13 & up In this class, students will learn to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary! Students will develop commercial hip-hop movement vocabulary and innovative composition skills to fully understand the creative process in its entirety. Works created in this class will be presented at the Emerging Choreographers concert at the conclusion of the Winter/Spring semester at COCA. For advanced dancers only. First semester participation is required for second semester registration.

FALL8073 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 4:00–4:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8442 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 4:00–4:55PM$260


Little Happy FeetAges 4 to 6 Does your child have a lot of energy and like to make a lot of noise? In this basic tap and rhythm class, children will channel their energy into creative expression. Emphasis will be placed on recognizing basic rhythms, counting and developing movement control. Tap shoes are required.

FALL8006 | COCA FacultyMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM$235

FALL8007 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8396 | Katie ScaratoMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM$235

8397 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM$235

Dramatic PlayAges 4 to 6 The foundation for acting begins with dramatic play and imagination development. Using familiar narratives as well as original ideas, children will enter into their imaginations to create characters and stories. Through both teacher-guided and student-driven “play,” children will better understand theatre as a storytelling art form. This is the perfect introduction for children beginning their performing arts journey. No previous training required.

FALL8009 | Susan KoppWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:30–5:15PM$235

FALL8010 | COCA FacultyTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:00–4:45PM$235

FALL8011 | Shannon PiwowarczykSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:45AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8392 | Susan KoppWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:30–5:15PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8393 |COCA FaultyTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:00–4:45PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8394 | Shannon PiwowarczykSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:45AM$235

EARLY CHILDHOOD

EARLY CHILDHOOD GUIDELINES

Children must have reached the minimum age for enrollment by the first day of class. Classes for students ages 3 and up are independent classes and do not require parent participation. Children must be fully potty-trained to attend independent classes. Registration for parent and child classes is required for child only. Parents need not register, but must attend.

INDEPENDENT EXPLORATION

At the BalletAges 3 to 4 Designed to be a child’s first independent exploration into dance, this class will introduce children to the elements and skills of dance such as coordination, movement quality, and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.

FALL7992 | Elise ThorpeTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 10:30–11:15AM$235

FALL7993 | Katey WingetWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 3:30–4:15PM$235

FALL7994 | Sarah McDonielSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:00–10:45AM$235

FALL7995 | Sarah McDonielSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:45PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8387 | Katie ScaratoTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 10:30–11:15AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8388 | Katey WingetWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 3:30–4:15PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8389 | Sarah McDonielSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:45AM$235

WINTER/SPRING8390 | Sarah McDonielSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:45PM$235

PARENT & CHILD

Shall We Dance?Ages 24 to 36 months This class is designed to introduce toddlers to the general elements and skills of dance such as balance, body patterning and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills. This class is specially designed for toddlers and parents. Registration for parent and child classes is required for child only. Parents need not register, but must attend.

FALL7989 | Elise ThorpeTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 9:30–10:15AM$190

FALL7990 | Sarah McDonielSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:45AM$190

WINTER/SPRING8408 | Katie ScaratoTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 9:30–10:15AM$190

WINTER/SPRING8409 | Sarah McDonielSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:45AM$190

EARLY CHILDHOOD

Pre-Ballet 2Ages 5 to 6 In this class, children will have the opportunity to explore movement concepts, musical connections and developmentally appropriate locomotor skills from a ballet-based aesthetic.

FALL8002 | Elise ThorpeTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:45–5:40PM$235

FALL8003 | Elise ThorpeSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–12:55PM$235


WINTER/SPRING8404 | Elise ThorpeTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:45–5:40PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8405 | Elise ThorpeSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–12:55PM$235


Pre-Ballet 1Ages 4 to 5 This class is designed to develop foundational dance movement skills in an imaginative setting. Children will be introduced to concepts such as rhythm, pattern and exploratory dance compositions as well as developmentally appropriate locomotor skills.


FALL7998 | Katey WingetWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 4:15–5:10PM$235

FALL7999 | Elise ThorpeSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:00–11:55AM$235



WINTER/SPRING8400 | Katey WingetWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 4:15–5:10PM$235

WINTER/SPRING8401 | Elise ThorpeSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM$235



FITNESSCardio BalletAges 16 & up This class is an energizing ballet-based fitness class designed to lengthen and strengthen muscles through low-impact barre and mat exercises. No previous training required.


FALL8148 | Sara PatinoWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:15–8:10PM$160


WINTER/SPRING8413 | Sara PatinoWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:15–8:10PM$160

Cardio Hip-HopAges 16 & up Enjoy the best of both worlds in this exciting class that burns fat and builds stamina. Get in shape and learn cutting-edge dance moves and techniques. No previous training required.

FALL8150 | Mohammed GhraizTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:25PM$160

WINTER/SPRING8415 | Mohammed GhraizTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:25PM$160

Move for Your HealthAges 50 & up A healthy body has strength, flexibility and endurance. In this class, students will split time between Pilates-based exercises designed to strengthen core abdominal, back and pelvic muscles and modern dance movements that contribute to overall balance, coordination, grace and creative expression. No previous training required.

FALL8147 | Alice BlochTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 10:30–11:25AM$160

WINTER/SPRING8417 | Alice BlochTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 10:30–11:25AM$160

HIP-HOP

Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Older Students)Ages 8 to 10 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner students. Students will learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, and simple transitions. They will learn to count music and dance on the beat in beginner-level choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.

FALL8045 | Ebony BryantMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

FALL8046 | Ebony BryantSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:00–3:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8430 | Ebony BryantMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8431 | Ebony BryantSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:00–3:55PM$260

BEGINNER

Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students)Ages 6 to 7 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner students. Students will learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics such as vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, simple transitions, and energy levels. They will learn to count music and dance on the beat in beginner-level choreography that builds each week. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.


FALL8049 | Aeren J. BatesTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM$260


FALL8050 | Aeren J. BatesSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:00–12:55PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8434 | Aeren J. BatesTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8435 | Aeren J. BatesSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

Hip-Hop: Beginner 2Ages 7 to 11 This class is designed to introduce elementary hip-hop concepts that build upon the beginner basics. Students will learn diagonal lines, low, medium and high levels of movement, changes in energy levels, dancing on the beat and emphasizing accent beats in elementary-level choreography that builds each week. Students must have completed at least one year of hip-hop training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8062 | Aeren J. BatesSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:00–1:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8438 | Aeren J. BatesSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:00–1:55PM$260


HIP-HOP

Hip-Hop: Beginner 3Ages 8 to 12 This class will work through more intricate music patterns and movements including additional levels and detailed lines. Students will focus on the technical concepts so that they gain more confidence as freestyle work is added to the class. Students must have completed a full year of Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



INTERMEDIATE

Hip-Hop: Intermediate 1Ages 9 to 13 In this class, students will be given choreography at a quicker pace, with more detail and changes in musical tempos. Students will focus on attitude and expression while developing their own sense of movement in additional freestyle choreography. Students must have completed a full year of Hip-Hop: Beginner 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8055 | Ebony BryantTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8444 | Ebony BryantTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2Ages 9 to 18 This class is designed to build intermediate hip-hop concepts such as broken or bent lines, detailed execution of movement and energy, coordination, opposition and counterpoint. Students will learn to dance with syncopation in choreographic exercises that draw on multiple hip-hop styles and build each week. Students must have completed at least three years of hip-hop training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8059 | Ebony BryantTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

FALL8060 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:30–2:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8446 | Ebony BryantTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8447 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:30–2:25PM$260

ADVANCED

Hip-Hop: AdvancedAges 13 & up This class is designed to explore advanced hip-hop concepts such as complex lines, shapes and level changes, subtle and extreme energy and attitude changes, and dancing on half, quarter and eighth beats in choreographic exercises that draw on multiple hip-hop styles and build each week. Students must have completed at least four years of hip-hop training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.


FALL8071 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 4:00–4:55PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8428 | Anthony “Redd” WilliamsSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 4:00–4:55PM$260

ELECTIVE

Intro to Break DancingAges 9 to 18 In this upbeat class, students will learn the basics of break dancing. Throughout class students will work through acrobatic combinations of intricate footwork, freezes and power stances. Students must have completed Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8057 | Mohammed GhraizTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8452 | Mohammed GhraizTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:30–7:25PM$260



Hip-Hop ChoreographyAges 13 & up In this class, students will learn to take the ordinary and make it extraordinary! Students will develop commercial hip-hop movement vocabulary and innovative composition skills to fully understand the creative process in its entirety. Works created in this class will be presented at the Emerging Choreographers concert at the conclusion of the Winter/Spring semester at COCA. For advanced dancers only. First semester participation is required for second semester registration.





Hip-Hop: Adult BeginnerAges 16 & up This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner adult students. Students will learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, and simple transitions. They will learn to count music and dance on the beat in beginner-level choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.

FALL8067 | COCA FacultySUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:30–1:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8424 | COCA FacultySUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:25PM$260

TEEN & ADULT

Hip-Hop: Teen BeginnerAges 11 to 18 This class is designed to introduce the simplest hip-hop concepts to beginner teen students. Students will learn hip-hop history as well as movement basics including vertical and horizontal lines, low and high levels of movement, and simple transitions. They will learn to count music and dance on the beat in beginner-level choreography that builds each week. No previous training required.


FALL8064 | Ebony BryantSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 2:00–2:55PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8449 | Ebony BryantSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 2:00–2:55PM$260

STUDENT DANCE COMPANY AUDITIONS

Advance registration for all student dance company auditions is required. Students auditioning for more than one company (two maximum) must register for and attend both auditions. Check-in for all auditions begins 30 minutes prior to the audition start time.

Students selected must pay company dues, enroll in the required number of classes and attend company rehearsals. Financial assistance is available for selected students who qualify.

Ages 10–13

SUN, AUG 14 | 11:30AM–1:00PM

SUN, AUG 21 | 1:30–3:00PM

Ages 14–18

SUN, AUG 14 | 1:30–3:00PM

SUN, AUG 21 | 11:30AM–1:00PM

See page 39 for more information on COCA’s Student Dance Companies.


JAZZBEGINNER

Jazz: Beginner 1Ages 6 to 8 In this class, students will learn introductory jazz technique including body alignment, elementary stretching, strength building and movement to simple rhythms. They will demonstrate simple movement combinations in a supportive and encouraging environment. Students must be in first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.

FALL8120 | Libby SalviaWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:15–6:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8463 | Libby SalviaWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:15–6:10PM$260

Jazz: Beginner 2Ages 7 to 11 In this class, students will begin to establish good basic habits of alignment, stretching and musicality and learn the concepts that underpin elementary jumps and turns. Students will have the opportunity to share simple choreographic patterns in a supportive and encouraging environment. Students must have completed Jazz: Beginner 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8122 | Libby SalviaWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 6:15–7:10PM$260

FALL8123 | Elise ThorpeSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8465 | Libby SalviaWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 6:15–7:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8466 | Elise ThorpeSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

Jazz: Beginner 3Ages 8 to 12 In this class, experienced beginners will develop a working knowledge of anatomy for dance, good stretching habits, basic jumps and turns that travel across the floor, and elementary musical expression. Students must have completed Jazz: Beginner 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8107 | Lee NoltingTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8468 | Lee NoltingTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

Musical Theatre Dance: Beginner Ages 9 to 13 This class is designed to introduce students to the basic styles of musical theatre dance. Students will gain an understanding of jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, basic musical rhythm and timing, and an appreciation of the arts through choreographic patterns that build each week to music from some of the most beloved musicals. No previous training required.

FALL8114 | COCA FacultyTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:45–6:40PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8488 | COCA FacultyTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:45–6:40PM$260

Jazz: Intermediate 2Ages 10 to 18 In this class, students will explore turns, jumps and more detailed choreography. This class will work on mastery of movement and adding style and artistry for an individual approach to the technique. Students must have completed Jazz: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8129 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8472 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsTHU| JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

Jazz: Intermediate 3Ages 12 to 18 In this class, students will continue to explore stability and core strength on demi-pointe and with upper-level intermediate syncopations and musical phrasing while executing jumps and turns. Students will also have the opportunity to choreograph during selected parts of class. Students must have completed Jazz: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8125 | Kameron SaundersTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8474 | Kameron SaundersTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

Jazz: Intermediate 4Ages 13 to 18 In this class, students will explore stability and core strength in off-axis movement, maximum leg extension and improvement of musical phrasing and performance quality during jumps and turns. Students will continue to have opportunities to choreograph during selected parts of class. Students must have completed Jazz: Intermediate 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8131 | Kameron SaundersFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8476 | Kameron SaundersFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 5:30–6:55PM$280

INTERMEDIATE

Jazz: Intermediate 1Ages 10 to 18 In this class, students will develop core strength and stability while learning to express themselves musically as well as through a variety of standard jazz jumps, turns and movements. Students must have completed Jazz: Beginner 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8127 | Lee NoltingTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:00–5:25PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8470 | Lee NoltingTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:00–5:25PM$280

JAZZMusical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 1Ages 11 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop confidence with musical theatre styles. Students will be introduced to intermediate-level jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, intricate musical rhythms and timing. They will begin to gain basic skills for auditioning including the ability to learn quickly and perform choreography from various musical theatre dance styles. Students must have completed Musical Theatre Dance: Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8133 | Gina Bon-PerezSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:45–1:40PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8490 | Gina Bon-PerezSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:45–1:40PM$260

Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 2Ages 12 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop confidence with musical theatre styles. Students will gain an intermediate-level understanding of complex jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, intricate musical rhythms and timing. They will build on skills for auditioning including the ability to learn quickly and perform choreography from various musical theatre dance styles. Students must have completed Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8135 | COCA FacultySAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:15–12:40PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8492 | COCA FacultySAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:15–12:40PM$260

ADVANCED

Jazz: AdvancedAges 14 & up This class is the culminating jazz class at COCA, designed to enhance performance quality and prepare students for college programs and professional auditions. Students will demonstrate off-axis movement and high extension on demi-pointe, plus the ability to work with multiple musical layers and execute complex turns and jumps at an advanced level. Students will be responsible for more elaborate choreography projects in class. Students must have completed Jazz: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a placement class.

FALL8116 | Kameron SaundersTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:15–6:40PM$280

FALL8117 | Lee NoltingSUN | SEP 11–DEC 11 | 12:30–1:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8460 | Kameron SaundersTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:15–6:40PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8461 | Lee NoltingSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:55PM$280




JAZZ JAZZ

Jazz: Adult Advanced BeginnerAges 16 & up In this class, students will build on the work accomplished in Jazz: Teen and Adult Beginner by establishing correct body alignment and stretching, strength building and movement to simple rhythms along with the basic principles of physical fitness. Students will demonstrate moderate movement combinations in class. Students must have completed Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8100 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8455 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 12:00–12:55PM$250

TEEN & ADULT

Jazz: Teen & Adult BeginnerAges 11 & up In this class, students will learn introductory jazz technique including body alignment, elementary stretching, strength building and movement to simple rhythms along with the basic principles of physical fitness. Students will demonstrate simple movement combinations in class. No previous training required.

FALL8139 | Margaret HassenstabSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:15–4:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8478 | Margaret HassenstabSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:15–4:10PM$260

Musical Theatre Dance: Teen BeginnerAges 11 to 18 This class is designed to introduce students to the basic styles of musical theatre dance. Students will gain an understanding of jazz and musical theatre dance movement and vocabulary, basic musical rhythm and timing and an appreciation of the arts through choreographic patterns that build each week to music from some of the most beloved musicals. No previous training required.

FALL8137 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 2:15–3:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8494 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 2:15–3:10PM$260

Jazz: Adult IntermediateAges 16 & up In this class, students will continue to establish correct body alignment and stretching, strength building, and movement to intermediate rhythms along with the basic principles of physical fitness. Students will demonstrate intermediate movement combinations across the floor and on center. Students must have completed Jazz: Adult Advanced Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8098 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

FALL8118 | Gina Bon-PerezWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8457 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8458 | Gina Bon-PerezWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

Jazz: Teen IntermediateAges 11 to 18 In this class, students will expand their technical jazz skills while exploring stability and core strength in off-axis movement, maximum leg extension, and improvement of musical phrasing and performance quality during jumps and turns. Students must have completed Jazz: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8102 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8480 | Alison Brandon-WatkinsMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

Musical Theatre Dance: Teen IntermediateAges 11 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop confidence in musical theatre styles. Students will continue to build on their understanding of intermediate jazz and musical theatre dance styles, vocabulary, musical rhythm and timing. Students must have three years of previous dance experience or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Musical Theatre Dance: AdvancedAges 13 to 18 This class is designed to help students develop high-level jazz and musical theatre dance skills. Students will gain an understanding of complex musical rhythms and timing as well as the skills necessary to audition and perform choreography. They will work to master the ability to use movement and expression to further character development and plot. Students must have completed Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 2 or obtain instructor approval to enroll for Fall.


FALL8105 | Gina Bon-PerezSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:15–12:40PM$280


WINTER/SPRING8486 | Gina Bon-PerezSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:15–12:40PM$280 MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNT


Beauty and the BeastCOCA THEATRE COMPANY PRODUCTION OF DISNEY’S

AGES 5+ A classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped

under an enchantress’ spell, which only needs the power of love to

break. This production features the film’s Academy Award-winning

score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman,

with additional song with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim

Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton. COCA Theatre Company

(CTC) is an auditioned ensemble of students enrolled in COCA’s

Pre-Professional Division. (120 min., includes intermission)

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com

FIVE SHOWS:

FRI, JUL 21 | 7:00PMSAT, JUL 22 | 1:00PM & 5:00PMSUN, JUL 23 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM

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MODERN

BEGINNER

Modern: Beginner 1 & 2Ages 6 to 10 This class will emphasize physical alignment and body awareness as well as coordination, strength creativity and self-expression through movement exercises. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.



INTERMEDIATE

Modern: Intermediate 1Ages 10 to 18 In this class, students will fortify and lengthen muscle groups necessary for a full range of movement. Class work will involve turning and jumping designed to introduce dancers to musicality and spatial awareness. Students must have completed at least one year of ballet or modern training or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8085 | Margaret HassenstabTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8504 | Margaret HassenstabTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

Modern: Intermediate 2Ages 11 to 18 In this class, students will engage in movement combinations to fortify and lengthen muscle groups. Class work will involve complex turning and jumping designed to build musicality and spatial awareness. Students must have completed Modern: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8087 | Margaret HassenstabTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8506 | Margaret HassenstabTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 4:15–5:25PM$270

Modern: Intermediate 3Ages 12 to 18 In this class, students will learn modern dance vocabulary and principles through carefully designed floor exercises, center work and combinations that move across the floor. Students must have completed Modern: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8089 | Mariko KumanomidoSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:55AM$280

WINTER/SPRING8508 | Mariko KumanomidoSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:55AM$280

Modern: Intermediate 4Ages 13 to 18 In this class, students will learn modern dance vocabulary and develop their understanding of muscle control and spatial awareness. They will work with basic principles of contraction and release, spirals, oppositions and weight shifts through center work and combinations that move across the floor. Students must have completed Modern: Intermediate 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8083 | Kameron SaundersMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8510 | Kameron SaundersMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:55PM$280

TEEN & ADULT

Modern: Teen & Adult BeginnerAges 11 & up This class is geared toward appropriate learning styles for teen and adult beginners. Modern dance training helps develop flexibility, strength, balance, poise, creativity and confidence in the body. No previous training required.



MODERNADVANCED

Modern: AdvancedAges 13 & up In this class, students will engage in work from traditional techniques, concentrating on Horton and Graham. Curriculum will include “T” positions, laterals and hinges designed to improve extension, balance, turns and jumps. Combinations will involve longer, more sophisticated movement phrases that require strength, speed, flexibility and musicality. Students must have completed Modern: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8091 | Kirven Douthit-BoydFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 6:15–7:40PM$280

FALL8092 | Kirven Douthit-BoydSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 12:30–1:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8499 | Kirven Douthit-BoydFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 6:15–7:40PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8500 | Kirven Douthit-BoydSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 12:30–1:55PM$280



UptownCOCA’S 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

ALL AGES Celebrated Alvin Ailey dancer/choreographer Matthew

Rushing’s Uptown creates an episodic tour through 1920s Harlem

bringing to life the rich artistic activity of the era. The audience

encounters characters both real and fictional and scenes—a busy

street, a rent party, a night at the Savoy ballroom—that highlight

major moments in music, literature, the visual arts and dance.

Marking our 30th Anniversary, COCA brings Uptown to life in a

collaborative production between its five pre-professional dance,

voice and theatre companies as well as with musicians from Jazz St.

Louis in a showcase celebration of the power of the arts. (105 min., includes intermission)

FIVE SHOWS:

FRI, APR 7 | 7:00PMSAT, APR 8 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM SUN, APR 9 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM


C O C A P R E S E N T S2 0 1 6 – 2 0 1 7


SOCIAL & CULTURALArgentine Tango 1: Building the BasicsAges 18 & up In this class, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of tango, including musicality and basic tango movement vocabulary such as connection, walking steps, basic elements of turning and navigation. Students will gain improvisational skills, historical background and social dance etiquette in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. No previous training required. Partner is not required.

FALL8077 | Jennifer Theby Quinn & Tal SteinTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM$190

WINTER/SPRING8515 | Jennifer Theby Quinn & Tal SteinTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM$190

Argentine Tango 2: Beyond the BasicsAges 18 & up This class is designed to build on the basics of Argentine tango established in the beginner class. It will include new variations and expansion of the basic vocabulary. This class will involve both open-and-closed embrace technique and the methods of transitioning between them. Students will expand their improvisational skills and floorcraft in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Partner is not required.

FALL8078 | Jennifer Theby Quinn & Tal SteinTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 8:00–8:55PM$190

WINTER/SPRING8516 | Jennifer Theby Quinn & Tal SteinTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 8:00–8:55PM$190

SalsaAges 18 & up In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of salsa dance in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Students will learn the basic ingredients of salsa for improvisation and creativity on the social dance floor. No previous training necessary, and no partner required. Street shoes are not allowed.

FALL8075 | Lauren WilmoreMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:25PM$190

WINTER/SPRING8518 | Lauren WilmoreMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:25PM$190

TAPBEGINNER

Tap: Beginner 1Ages 6 to 9 In this class, students will be introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They will learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.

FALL8015 | COCA FacultyMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:30–6:25PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8534 | Katie ScaratoMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8534 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

Tap: Beginner 2 & 3Ages 7 to 11 In this class, students will continue to work beginner tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing. Students will work on memorizing combinations as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap: Beginner 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8022 | Kelly GingTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8537 | Kelly GingTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

INTERMEDIATE

Tap: Intermediate 1Ages 9 to 18 In this class, students will review and master the work in the beginner tap levels and begin to work on the concepts of dynamics, accents and “faster meaning smaller.” Increasingly complex movement patterns and spatial awareness will be introduced at the students’ readiness to assimilate. Students must have completed Tap: Beginner 2 & 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



Tap: Intermediate 2Ages 10 to 18 In this class, students will work to master steps learned in previous levels and focus on increased awareness of musicality, including timing, rhythm and counting as well as the importance of dancing with a relaxed torso. Students will also begin to explore rhythm and step improvisation. Students must have completed Tap: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8032 | Kelly GingWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8543 | Kelly GingWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

Tap: Intermediate 3Ages 11 to 18 In this class, students will experiment with traveling steps in different directions and will work to increase their awareness of timing, counting, rhythm and dynamics. Students will develop a sense of style and have opportunities for improvisation. Students must have completed Tap: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



West African DanceAges 12 & up This class is designed to give students a great workout and improve musicality and flexibility while teaching them about Africa and its rich culture. Classes will be accompanied by live drumming when available. No previous training required.

FALL8081 | Diadie BathilyTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

FALL8080 | Diadie BathilyFRI | SEP 9–DEC 16 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8521 | Diadie BathilyTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 4:15–5:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8520 | Diadie BathilyFRI | JAN 20–APR 28 | 4:30–5:25PM$260




TAP TAP

Tap: Intermediate 5/AdvancedAges 13 to 18 In this class, students will develop advanced skills including the ability to execute lengthy, improvised phrases and complex choreographed step combinations. They will gain a knowledge of and respect for tap history and tap choreography skills while maintaining a focus on personal performance style. Students must have completed Tap: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8036 | Kelly GingWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8549 | Kelly GingWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

TEEN & ADULT

Tap: Teen Beginner 1Ages 11 to 18 In this class, students will be introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They will learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. No previous training required.


WINTER/SPRING8551 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:00–11:55AM$260

Tap: Teen Beginner 2Ages 11 to 18 In this class, students will review and improve upon basic beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap: Teen Beginner 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8040 | Nicole DeRosaTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

FALL8041 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8553 | Nicole DeRosaTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8554 | Nicole DeRosaSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:00–12:55PM$260

ADVANCED

Tap: AdvancedAges 13 to 18 In this class, students will develop advanced skills including the ability to execute lengthy, improvised phrases and complex choreographed step combinations. They will gain a knowledge of and respect for tap history and tap choreography skills while maintaining a focus on personal performance style. This class will help students advance their improvisational skills for the professional environment through exercises and mock auditions. Students must have completed Tap: Intermediate 4 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8020 | Kelly GingMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8532 | Kelly GingMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

Tap: Adult BeginnerAges 16 & up In this class, students will be introduced to basic beginner-level tap steps and learn how to articulate the feet. They will learn basic movement, balance and coordination as well as elementary rhythm patterns in an engaging and supportive environment. No previous training required.

FALL8038 | Nicole DeRosaTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:00–6:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8528 | Nicole DeRosaTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:00–6:55PM$260

Tap: Adult AdvancedAges 16 & up In this class, students will develop increasingly sophisticated skills including the ability to memorize and execute lengthy, complex and fast-paced step combinations, personal style, performance skills, expanded improvisational techniques and groundedness, also known as “using the floor.” Students must have completed Tap: Adult Intermediate or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8018 | Kelly GingMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8524 | Kelly GingMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

Tap: Adult Advanced BeginnerAges 16 & up In this class, students will review and improve upon basic beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap: Adult Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8013 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8526 | Gina Bon-PerezMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

Tap: Adult IntermediateAges 16 & up In this class, students will review and improve upon basic beginner-level tap steps and vocabulary. Class work is designed to emphasize rhythm and timing as tempos gradually increase. Students must have completed Tap: Adult Beginner or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL8030 | Gina Bon-PerezWED | SEP 7–DEC 14 | 10:00–10:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8530 | Gina Bon-PerezWED | JAN 18–APR 26 | 10:00–10:55AM$260



Tap: Intermediate 4Ages 12 to 18 In this class, students will experiment with traveling steps in different directions and work to increase their awareness of timing, counting, rhythm and dynamics while engaging in complex choreographed combinations. Students will develop a sense of style and have opportunities for improvisation. Students must have completed Tap: Intermediate 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.



TASTE OF COCA: FAMILY STYLE

SAT, AUG 27

10:00AM–2:00PM

FREE | ALL AGES

Join us to learn about all the ways you can take a “bite” out of COCA! We’ll be offering sampler classes for kids and adults, live performances and immersive arts activities—topped off with a complimentary brunch.

Taste of COCA: Family Style is a free event!

Pre-registration online is encouraged.

Reserve your tickets today at cocastl.org/TasteofCOCA.

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THEATRE THEATRE

Acting: Beginner 1Ages 7 to 9 In this class, students will utilize theatrical exercises and improvisational activities to enhance the flexibility and control of their bodies, voices and imaginations. They will develop characters, learn the basics of rehearsing and performing a play and work on simple reader’s theatre-style scenes in class. Students must be entering second grade or above to enroll and must be able to read fluently. No previous training required.

FALL7897 | Susan KoppMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

FALL7898 | Trish BrownTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8565 | Susan KoppMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

8566 | Trish BrownTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:30–6:25PM$260

Acting: Beginner 2Ages 8 to 10 In this class, students will utilize theatrical exercises to enhance the flexibility and control of their bodies and voices as they increase their understanding of ways to convey specific character choices. They will develop individual characters and work on both scripted and improvised scenes in class. Students must have completed Acting: Beginner 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.


FALL7911 | Eric ConnersSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:45–11:40AM$260


WINTER/SPRING8569 | Eric ConnersSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:45–11:40AM$260

Acting: Beginner 3Ages 9 to 13 In this class, students will explore character and motivation through theatre exercises as they extend their understanding of theatre acting. They will develop vocal range, character physicalization and understanding of text. Students will focus on the rehearsal and performance of two- and three-person scenes from popular plays for young audiences. Students must have completed Acting: Beginner 2 if they are 9 years old. No previous training required for students 10 and up.


FALL7914 | Eric ConnersSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:45–12:40PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8572 | Eric ConnersSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:45–12:40PM$260

BEGINNER

Creative DramaAges 6 to 9 In this class, dramatic play, story enactment and improvisational games will help students learn about theatre while they create scenes about princesses, robots, superheroes, fairies and other topics and characters that engage them. This class is the perfect introduction for students beginning their performing arts journey. Students must be entering first grade or above to enroll. No previous training required.

FALL7894 | Susan KoppMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

FALL7895 | Eric ConnersSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8582 | Susan KoppMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 4:30–5:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8583 | Eric ConnersSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–9:55AM$260

INTERMEDIATE

Acting: Intermediate 1Ages 10 to 13 In this class, students will participate in exercises that further develop the power of observation and tap into sense memory. They will work on voice and diction, stage movement and character-building approaches. Students will focus on two- and three-person scenes from both classic and contemporary plays as they develop their acting skills. Students must have completed Acting: Beginner 3 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.


FALL7917 | Trish BrownSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:15–11:25AM$270


WINTER/SPRING8575 | Trish BrownSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:15–11:25AM$270

Acting: Intermediate 2Ages 12 to 17 In this class, students will engage in acting exercises and scene work to increase focus and active listening during scenes, use physical actions to demonstrate character choice and define acting objectives in text. They will also continue to develop vocal range and articulation. Students will focus on rehearsing and performing two-person scenes, monologues and commercial copy, as well as learning audition strategies. Students must have completed Acting: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL7919 | Trish BrownTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 6:30–7:40PM$270

FALL7920 | Trish BrownSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:10AM$270

WINTER/SPRING8577 | Trish BrownTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 6:30–7:40PM$270

WINTER/SPRING8578 | Trish BrownSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:10AM$270



Elephant and Piggie:We are in a Play


KENNEDY CENTER ON TOUR

AGES 4+ Based on Mo Willems’ beloved, award-winning, best-selling children’s books, Kennedy Center on Tour presents a romp of a musical. Elephant Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through solutions to fundamental questions like: What do you wear to a fancy pool costume party? Should you share your ice cream? And how can two friends play with one toy? With the help of the nutty back-up singers The Squirrelles, our duo even gets the audience involved in the action. You’ll be doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! (60 min.)

FOUR SHOWS:

SAT, FEB 25 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM

SUN, FEB 26 | 1:00PM & 5:00PM

C O C A P R E S E N T S2 0 1 6 – 2 0 1 7


THEATRE THEATRE


Acting for AdultsAges 18 & up In this class, students will engage in acting exercises and scene work to increase focus and active listening during scenes, discover physical action and define acting objectives in text. They will develop vocal range and articulation while participating in ensemble and character development work. Students will focus on the rehearsal and performance of two- and three-person scenes as well as monologues. No previous training required.

FALL7902 | David WassilakMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8557 | David WassilakMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 7:30–8:55PM$280

TEEN & ADULT

Acting for TeensAges 14 to 17 In this class, students will engage in acting exercises and scene work to increase focus and active listening during scenes, to discover physical action and to define acting objectives in text. They will develop vocal range and articulation while participating in ensemble and character development work. Students will focus on the rehearsal and performance of two- and three-person scenes as well as monologues. No previous training required.

FALL7908 | Ed ReggiTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8561 | Ed ReggiTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 7:00–7:55PM$260

Acting: Adult IntermediateAges 18 & up In this class, students will participate in exercises that further develop the power of observation and tap into sense memory. They will work on voice and diction, stage movement, physical action and character-building approaches. Students will focus on two- and three-person scenes as they develop their acting skills. Students must have completed Acting for Adults or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL7929 | David WassilakSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 1:30–2:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8563 | David WassilakSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 1:30–2:55PM$280

Acting for MusicalsAges 11 to 16 In this class, students will engage in acting exercises and scene work from musical theatre scripts to increase focus and active listening during scenes, discover physical action and define acting objectives. They will break down musical theatre songs as monologues and work on “acting” songs as well as scenes. Students will focus on the rehearsal and performance of a two- or three-person scene in addition to a song. No previous training required.



Improvisation for AdultsAges 18 & up Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation while developing the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students will participate in improvisational games and exercises to build confidence and communication skills. No previous training required.

FALL7900 | David WassilakMON | SEP 12–DEC 19 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8587 | David WassilakMON | JAN 23–MAY 1 | 6:30–7:25PM$260

Improvisation for TeensAges 14 to 17 Students will engage in improvisation and theatrical games as ways to learn fundamental acting skills. Improvisation teaches quick thinking and cooperation onstage. Student actors will practice being present and aware on stage, listening to fellow actors, and working collaboratively, while creating unique characters, situations and scenes. In addition to rehearsal improvisation, this class will introduce the elements of performance improvisation. The class will end with a culminating performance for friends and family.

FALL7924 | Ed ReggiSUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 3:00–3:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8589 | Ed ReggiSUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 3:00–3:55PM$260

Spolin Based Improvisation for Adults* Ages 16 & up Viola Spolin is the originator of theatre games, which form the basis of improvisation. Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation while developing the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students will participate in improvisational games and exercises to build confidence and communication skills. No previous training required.

FALL7926 | Ed ReggiSUN | SEP 11–OCT 23 | 4:00–5:25PM$150

FALL7927 | Ed ReggiSUN | OCT 30–DEC 11 | 4:00–5:25PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8591 | Ed ReggiSUN | JAN 22–MAR 5 | 4:00–5:25PM$150

WINTER/SPRING8592 | Ed ReggiSUN | MAR 12–APR 23 | 4:00–5:25PM$150

ELECTIVES

ImprovisationAges 8 to 14 Improvisation teaches poise, quick thinking and cooperation while developing the ability to create and communicate both physically and vocally. In this class, students will be introduced to improvisational and theatrical games as a way to learn fundamental acting skills. They will practice being present and aware on stage, listening to fellow students and working collaboratively while creating unique characters and situations in scenes. No previous training required.



INTERMEDIATE

Acting: Intermediate 3Ages 12 to 17 Students will explore several approaches to strengthen their acting technique. They will work on understanding language, demonstrating control of voice, diction and dialect as well as posture and movement, and will learn to approach period specific work with classic texts. They will utilize that work in refining a classic monologue for future audition use. Students must have completed Acting: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL7922 | Trish BrownSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:30–12:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8580 | Trish BrownSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:30–12:55PM$280



AKEELAH AND THE BEE

AGES 11–18

AUDITIONSFRI, AUG 12 | 4:00–6:00PMSAT, AUG 13 | NOON–3:00PM

PERFORMANCES FRI, NOV 4 & SAT, NOV 5, 2016

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

AGES 14–18

AUDITIONS FRI, MAR 10 | 4:00–6:00PMSAT, MAR 11 | NOON–2:00PM

CALLBACKS SAT, MAR 11 | 3:00–5:00PM

PERFORMANCESFRI, JUL 21–SUN, JUL 23, 2017

COCA THEATRE COMPANY2016–2017 PRODUCTIONS

See page 40 for more information on the COCA Theatre Company.


VOICE & MUSIC VOICE & MUSIC

Voice: Writing for MusicalsAges 11 to 18 Students will apply their understanding of music, musical theatre, and creativity to compose original musical theatre music. Students will be guided through the processes of composition and songwriting to create individual songs. They will also have the opportunity to record their songs at a recording studio and gain an understanding of music production. Students are welcome to bring an instrument or COCA Faculty can provide accompaniment. Students must have completed Voice: Intermediate 1 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL7946 | Colin HealySUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 1:30–2:55PM$280

WINTER/SPRING8616 | Colin HealySUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 1:30–2:55PM$280

Musical Theatre SingingAges 8 to 10 In this class, students will learn proper vocal technique, breath control, music reading skills and simple stage movement to accompany musical theatre selections. At the conclusion of each semester, students will perform for family and friends in the Voice Showcase at COCA. No previous training required.

FALL7933 | Kristine GageTUE | SEP 6–DEC 13 | 6:00–6:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8599 | Kristine GageTUE | JAN 17–APR 25 | 6:00–6:55PM$260

TEEN & ADULT

Voice: Singing for AdultsAges 18 & up This class is an introductory group vocal music class for adults which uses songs from a variety of genres. Students will learn about proper vocal technique, breath control, posture, and vocal health as they work on fun group numbers in a safe and supportive environment. No previous training required.

FALL7944 | Colin HealyTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8614 | Colin HealyTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 5:00–5:55PM$260

Musical Theatre StylesAges 14 to 18 In this class, students will learn musical selections from favorite Broadway shows across a myriad of styles—among them contemporary, classic and operatic. Students will work on repertoire that includes solos, duets and ensemble pieces. At the conclusion of each semester, students will perform for family and friends at the Voice Showcase at COCA.

FALL7952 | Melissa PickensSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 12:30–1:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8601 | Melissa PickensSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 12:30–1:25PM$260

INTERMEDIATE

Voice: Intermediate 1Ages 11 to 18 This class is for advanced musicians who are interested in learning more about music theory and vocal technique outside of the ensemble setting. In this class, students will learn proper vocal techniques, such as breath support, voice placement, and posture during singing, as well as basic music reading skills. No previous training required.


FALL7938 | Colin HealySAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 3:00–3:55PM$260


WINTER/SPRING8608 | Colin HealySAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 3:00–3:55PM$260

BEGINNER

Intro to Singing and PerformanceAges 6 to 8 In this class, students will learn the fundamentals of proper vocal technique and the style of musical theatre singing through age-appropriate songs. They will also learn simple dance steps and scenes to enhance their understanding of performance practice. The class is the perfect introduction for students interested in musical theatre. Students must be entering first grade to enroll. No previous training required.



Broadway SingersAges 10 to 13 In this class, students will be introduced to technical music terminology, safe vocal techniques and exercises that are designed for each student’s specific skill level. They will also learn songs and arrangements from Broadway’s best-known musical theatre composers. At the conclusion of each semester, students will perform for family and friends in the Voice Showcase at COCA. No previous training required.

FALL7950 | Melissa PickensSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 11:30–12:25PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8595 | Melissa PickensSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 11:30–12:25PM$260

ADVANCED

Voice: AdvancedAges 14 to 18 Students will create a portfolio of solo music that can be used for auditions or performances. The class will be run as a small master class with limited enrollment. In addition to their work on a portfolio of musical selections, students will work on advanced theory concepts and begin exploring the piano. They will also work on critique strategies as they observe and constructively coach one another on their solo work. Students will continue to focus on stage presence and performance practice as they integrate their solos into concerts throughout the year. Students must have completed Voice: Intermediate 2 or demonstrate appropriate skills in a COCA placement class.

FALL7948 | Philip WoodmoreSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

WINTER/SPRING8605 | Philip WoodmoreSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 9:00–10:25AM$280

Voice: Intermediate 2Ages 11 to 18 Students will build upon elements learned in Voice: Intermediate 1 to further their vocal training in this class. They will begin considering the importance of “acting the song” and start working on emotional connectedness in their singing and the vocal techniques that support this concept. Students will further their music reading skills with a theory section and begin connecting their theory with the music they are working on in the class. In addition to technique, they will focus on stage presence and performance practice. Students must have completed at least two years of vocal music training.

FALL7940 | Colin HealyTHU | SEP 8–DEC 15 | 8:00–8:55PM$260

FALL7942 | Philip WoodmoreSAT | SEP 10–DEC 17 | 10:30–11:25AM$260

FALL7941 | Colin HealySUN | SEP 11–DEC 18 | 3:15–4:10PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8610 | Colin HealyTHU | JAN 19–APR 27 | 8:00–8:55PM$260

WINTER/SPRING8612 | Philip WoodmoreSAT | JAN 21–APR 29 | 10:30–11:25AM$260

WINTER/SPRING8611 | Colin HealySUN | JAN 22–APR 30 | 3:15–4:10PM$260

ELECTIVES

Voice: AcapellaAges 11 to 18 Students will learn the techniques used in acapella music to replicate instrumentation with participants’ voices. They will focus on rhythm, collaboration and musicality as they learn popular acapella arrangements of contemporary and musical theatre numbers. No previous training required.








ALLEGRO VOCAL ENSEMBLES

ALLEGRO VOCAL ENSEMBLECOCA’s student vocal ensemble, Allegro, provides vocalists, ages 11–18 years, with a variety of performance opportunities. The company’s repertoire includes musical theatre, pop and seasonal arrangements. Students are expected to have knowledge of music reading and are selected by audition. Allegro rehearses weekly on Saturday afternoons. Students selected will pay dues and enroll in the appropriate vocal music class level at COCA. Financial assistance is available for selected students who qualify.

AUDITIONSTHU, AUG 18 | 4:00–6:00PMInterested students should prepare one song and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. To register to audition, visit cocastl.org/auditions.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITYAllegro company members may also be invited to participate in The Allegro Chamber Choir, a group of 10–14 advanced vocalists who perform complex choral arrangements for events around the St. Louis area and COCA. Students are selected by audition from the Allegro Vocal Ensemble and rehearse an additional two hours per week.

STUDENT DANCE COMPANIESCOCA’s student dance companies prepare young artists in elementary through high school to discover and achieve more than they’ve ever imagined. Any student who has the talent, self-discipline and passion needed to succeed in a rigorous arts training program will feel at home in one of COCA’s student companies. From training with professional guest artists, to unforgettable performance opportunities, to individualized career guidance, we offer a nurturing path for every student based on their own aspirations, ideas and perspectives. Members of each company participate in a minimum of four dance classes a week at COCA and rehearse one or two times a week.

BALLET ECLECTICACOCA’s ballet company, Ballet Eclectica, provides COCA’s top ballet students with the opportunity to study and perform the best of classical and contemporary ballet.

COCADANCECOCAdance provides COCA’s top dance students with the opportunity to study and perform the best of the modern and jazz disciplines.

COCA HIP-HOP CREW

AUDITIONSAdvance registration for all student dance company auditions is required. Students auditioning for more than one company (two maximum) must register for and attend both auditions. Check-in for all auditions begins 30 minutes prior to the audition start time.

Students selected must pay company dues, enroll in the required number of classes and attend company rehearsals. Financial assistance is available for selected students who qualify.

COCA PRE-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION SUPPORTERS:

The Saigh Foundation, Monsanto Fund, Glassberg Family Foundation, with additional support from: Mary Strauss, Bank of America, The Caleb & Julia W. Dula Educational and Charitable Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts, Nordstrom Cares, The Harold and Mimi Steinberg Charitable Trust, and Weissman Designs for Dance.

Ages 10–13

SUN, AUG 14 | 11:30AM–1:00PM

SUN, AUG 21 | 1:30–3:00PM

Ages 14–18

SUN, AUG 14 | 1:30–3:00PM

SUN, AUG 21 | 11:30AM–1:00PM

To register to audition, visit cocastl.org/auditions.

COCA’s Hip-Hop Crew, provides COCA’s top hip-hop students with the opportunity to study and perform the best in commercial hip-hop dance. The COCA Hip-Hop Crew also casts select adult hip-hop performers from the St. Louis region.


COCA THEATRE COMPANYThe COCA Theatre Company (CTC) enables young actors to perform in professional productions of thoughtfully selected plays and musicals, including the COCA Summer Musical. Guest directors, music directors, choreographers and designers lead the creative teams, providing student cast members with opportunities to work with some of the top regional theatre professionals. Shows are cast by open call auditions and rehearse four to five times per week. Cast members pay a participation fee for each production, with financial assistance available for selected students who qualify.

2016–2017 PRODUCTIONS

AKEELAH AND THE BEEAkeelah has a crazy passion for words: the more abstruse and labyrinthine, the better. But this gift is almost overwhelmed by the challenge of her daily life in a tough, Chicago neighborhood. Akeelah’s aptitude earns her a spot in the National Spelling Bee, which inspires the people in her neighborhood with her courage and tenacity.

AGES 11–18

AUDITIONSFRI, AUG 12 | 4:00–6:00PM & SAT, AUG 13 | Noon–3:00PM

PERFORMANCES FRI, NOV 4 & SAT, NOV 5, 2016Students should prepare a monologue and bring a resume and headshot. Those cast must pay a $195 participation fee; financial assistance is available.

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEASTA classic story of a young woman and a prince trapped under an enchantress’ spell, which only needs the power of love to break. This production features the film’s Academy Award-winning score with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Howard Ashman, with additional song with music by Alan Menken and lyrics by Tim Rice. The book is by Linda Woolverton.

Presenting Sponsor: Mary Strauss

AGES 14–18

AUDITIONS FRI, MAR 10 | 4:00–6:00PM & SAT, MAR 11 | Noon–2:00PM

CALLBACKS SAT, MAR 11 | 3:00–5:00PM

PERFORMANCESFRI, JUL 21–SUN, JUL 23, 2017Students should prepare a monologue and 32 bars of a song. They should bring a resume and headshot. Those cast will be asked to pay a $295 participation fee; financial assistance is available. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

COCA PRESENTS 2016–2017

SPECIAL TOURING ENGAGEMENTS

The Ugly Duckling & The Tortoise and The HareOCT 22–23, 2016Ages 4+

Elephant and Piggie: We are in a PlayFEB 25–26, 2017Ages 4+

FEATURED STUDENT COMPANY PERFORMANCES

The Little DancerDEC 9–11, 2016Ages 4+

MomentumJAN 28–29, 2017Ages 6+

UptownAPR 7–9, 2017All Ages

Disney’s Beauty and the BeastJUL 21–23, 2017Ages 5+

MADE POSSIBLE BY

COCA CORE SPONSOR SEASON MEDIA SPONSOR

SERIES SPONSORS

Mary StraussThe Mary Ranken Jordan and Ettie A. Jordan Charitable Foundation

HOTEL SPONSOR


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FIELD TRIPSALL AGESTeachers and art specialists are invited to schedule 45-minute group visits to Outside In: Paint for Peace in the COCA Millstone Gallery. To schedule an Outside In: Paint for Peace field trip, contact Sarah Bliss at 314.561.4859 or [email protected].

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPWED, SEP 14, 2016 | K–8 TEACHERS | 4:30–7:00PMLearn how to engage students in lessons and dialogue about COCA’s exhibit Outside In: Paint for Peace using visual art, observation and description. Participants will be guided through a step-by-step art project, which they can later replicate in their classrooms. Throughout the workshop, teachers will reflect on how to use these experiences as a point of integration with social studies and communication arts curricula.

IN-SCHOOL RESIDENCIESALL AGESIn these 4- or 8-week residencies led by COCA teaching artists, students will design and create a large scale piece of art. Through structured conversation, and as a part of the design process, students will identify and create personally meaningful symbols to express the concepts explored in Outside In: Paint for Peace.

Participating teachers have the opportunity to schedule a field trip for their students to visit the exhibition and receive a copy of Painting for Peace in Ferguson by Carol Swartout Klein.

COCAedu is a nationally recognized model of excellence for arts education. Since 1992, the program has provided arts programming to thousands of students and dedicated educators throughout the St. Louis region, breaking through economic and transportation barriers. For more information, visit cocastl.org/cocaedu.

MILLSTONE GALLERY AT COCA | AUGUST 27–OCTOBER 30, 2016

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See page 7 for information on the exhibition Outside In: Paint for Peace.

Showcasing the power of the arts, COCA presents a selection of the murals painted on the board-ed-up storefronts by amateur and professional artists in the days and weeks following the 2014 protests in Ferguson, MO. Guest curated by Jacquelyn Lewis-Harris, Outside In: Paint for Peace is presented in collaboration with the Sheldon Art Galleries, the University of Missouri-St. Louis, and Carol Swartout Klein, author of the award-winning children’s book Painting for Peace in Ferguson. Additional presenting and program partners include the Ferguson Youth Initiative, Missouri History Museum and the Vaughn Cultural Center.

OUTSIDE IN: PAINT FOR PEACE


COCA is a not-for-profit organization that brings people from all corners of our community together to experience the joy and personal growth offered by the arts.

With a core value of accessibility, COCA annually provides nearly $1 million in support for arts education programs to over 4,000 students in low-income schools and communities around St. Louis, plus scholarships and support services for students to participate in programs on-site at COCA. Your gift supports all of COCA’s programs that are changing lives, creating a strong and robust community, and playing a large role in developing the leaders of today and tomorrow.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATIONIT’S EASY TO REGISTER!Registration begins July 1, 2016.

ONLINEcocastl.org/register

BY MAILPrint out a form online and return with payment(checks ONLY) to: COCA, Attn: Registration 524 Trinity Avenue | St. Louis, MO 63130

Cash & credit card registrations are not accepted by mail. IN PERSONVisit the Registration Office during office hours.

Registrations are not accepted via fax or phone.

REGISTRATION OFFICE HOURSSummerMON–FRI | 7:30AM–6:00PMSAT–SUN | CLOSED

Fall & Winter/SpringMON–FRI | 9:00AM–6:00PMSAT–SUN | CLOSED

The Registration Office will be open 9:00AM–3:00PM on the following Saturdays ONLY:

2016: SEP 3 | SEP 10 | SEP 17 | SEP 242017: JAN 14 | JAN 21 | JAN 28 | FEB 4

REGISTRATION OFFICE314.561.4898 | [email protected]

REGISTRATION FEE: COCA charges a non-refundable annual registration fee of $30 per person. The registration fee will automatically be added to your online order, if needed. Students can be waitlisted online without purchasing the registration fee.

CONFIRMATION: COCA will email confirmation of your registration. If you have not received it within two weeks, please contact the Registration Office.

MULTI-CLASS DISCOUNTS: Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester. Multi-class discounts apply to full-semester classes only.

1 & 2 CLASSES: Always full price3 & 4 CLASSES: $60 off those classes5+ CLASSES: $100 off those classes

PAYMENT PLANS: A 25% down payment, $10 processing fee and the annual registration fee are required upon registration. Your credit card or checking account will automatically be billed in equal payments on September, October and November 15 (Fall) or February, March and April 15 (Winter/Spring) for the remaining equal payments. Payment plans may be used for full-semester classes only.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE: COCA is pleased to offer need-based financial assistance. The annual application period is July 1–31; applications are available online and at COCA during this time. Visit cocastl.org or email [email protected] for more information. Additional application periods will be offered as funds are available.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION/SPECIAL NEEDS: If you or your child has food allergies or special needs, please list them on the Registration Form or contact the Registration Office.

CHILD SAFETY: To ensure your child’s safety, please pick him/her up promptly after class or rehearsal. Children are under supervision during their instruction time only; faculty and staff are not responsible for supervising children outside of teaching time. Children waiting in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after classes are not supervised by faculty or staff members.

CLASS PASSES: For professional performing artists and college students ONLY, the Class Pass allows users to “drop in” to classes at their convenience, regardless of their busy rehearsal and performance schedules. Class Passes are meant for experienced dancers and can only be used for intermediate- and advanced-level dance classes. Class Passes can be purchased online or in person at the Registration Office. Participation in classes is subject to availability.

PLACEMENT CLASSES: At the beginning of the year, all students are carefully placed in classes appropriate for their technical level. The first three weeks of each semester is considered the placement period; however the COCA artistic staff reserves the right to move students as needed throughout the semester depending upon their technical progression. You are not required to register before taking a placement class; however a spot in the class is only guaranteed if you are registered for the full semester. Tuition is not pro-rated if you register for the class after the placement trial. To take a placement class, simply visit the front desk or the COCA Registration Office prior to the class to pick up the appropriate paperwork. Afterward, the instructor will provide feedback and a recommendation for class registration.

MAKE-UP POLICY: Students who miss class due to injury, illness or personal absences are allowed to make up classes. Absences caused by inclement weather, class cancellation and building closures are not required to be made up, but it is highly encouraged. Students make up a class by completing the Make-Up Form and giving the form to the instructor for the class make up. Make-Up Forms are available at the front desk, in the Registration Office and online on COCA’s website. If Make-Up Forms are missing information or are illegible, to the point where Patron Services cannot process them, the make-up class will not count toward attendance. Students are allowed to attend another section of the class if it meets on a different day or a class in the same discipline of a lower level. Missed classes must be made up by the end of the semester. We do not pro-rate classes for late registrations.

FOR PLACEMENT QUESTIONS, CONTACT:

ART & DESIGN, THEATRE, VOICE & MUSICShawna Flanigan, [email protected]

BALLET, DANCE ENRICHMENTAntonio Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]

EARLY CHILDHOOD, FITNESS, JAZZ, MUSICAL THEATRE DANCE, SOCIAL & CULTURAL, TAPKelly Ging, [email protected]

HIP-HOP, MODERNKirven Douthit-Boyd, [email protected]

C O C A F A L L C L A S S E S 2 0 1 6 – 2 0 1 7REGISTRATION FORM

NAME MAIN CONTACT PARENT/GUARDIAN IF UNDER 18

DATE OF BIRTH FALL ‘16 GRADE GENDER EMAIL ADDRESS REQUIRED. RECEIPTS SENT VIA EMAIL

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SPECIAL NEEDS PLEASE LIST MEDICATIONS, ALLERGIES, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES OR BEHAVIORAL CONCERNS

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WITHDRAWALS/REFUNDS: Tuition fees will be refunded, less a $25 processing fee per class, if you submit a withdrawal form (available at COCA or online) by September 3, 2016. Registration fees are non–refundable. COCA offers no refund or credit for missed class days due to illness, schedule conflicts or for any other reason. Please see make-up policy for additional information.

MEDICAL WITHDRAWALS: COCA offers no refund or credit after the withdrawal deadline except for documented medical conditions. You must submit a withdrawal form and documentation on physician’s letterhead. Medical withdrawals must be submitted before the last day of your or your child’s class. Tuition will be refunded less the $25 processing fee per class.

CHILD SAFETY: To ensure child safety, parents/guardians must pick up students promptly after class. Children waiting in COCA hallways and lobbies before and after classes are NOT supervised by staff or faculty.

TRANSFERS: COCA offers the opportunity for students to transfer to another class if space is available. Transfer forms are available in the front lobby and the Registration Office. The deadline to transfer is September 24, 2016.

MAKE-UP POLICY: Any classes missed can be made up by attending another class at the same or lower level within the same semester. Make-up forms are available at COCA and cocastl.org/register.

CANCELLATION POLICY: In the event that enrollment does not reach the required number for a particular class, or circumstances arise beyond COCA’s control, COCA reserves the right to cancel. You will be notified, and we will be happy to work with you to find a suitable replacement. If no replacement can be settled upon, COCA will refund your money in full, less your non-refundable registration fee.

BUILDING CLOSURES: If severe weather, a power outage or unforeseen circumstances necessitate the closing of any COCA program, COCA is not responsible for providing a make-up session, credit or refund. COCA provides information about closings via text messages, on local media outlets and at cocastl.org and 314.725.6555.

FINANCIAL OBLIGATION: COCA does offer payment plan opportunities. COCA reserves the right to suspend or terminate instruction and performance participation for students who do not meet their financial obligations. Students are liable for the full cost of tuition. Students with outstanding balances will NOT be allowed to re-register until the balance is paid in full.

RETURNED PAYMENT POLICY: It is COCA’s policy to charge a $25 processing fee for any returned payments (checks or credit cards). Those whose payments are returned may lose the privilege to pay via check, credit card and payment plans.

*Text messages are used to send building closure information.

RELEASE AND CONSENT

RELEASE/WAIVER: I hereby agree to indemnify and hold harmless COCA and its employees from and against any and all claims for personal injuries or damages of any kind arising from participation in the COCA program. Furthermore, I authorize COCA staff and faculty to seek emergency medical help for me and/or my child if this becomes necessary. I agree to indemnify and hold harmless COCA personnel in seeking medical care for me and/or my child. I realize that every effort will be made by COCA staff to contact me in the event of a medical emergency involving my child.

IMAGE CONSENT: I agree that COCA may use my and/or my child’s likeness in the routine promotion of its programs and for other non-commercial applications.

FIELD TRIP CONSENT: I give permission for my child to leave the premises for field trips supervised by adult staff members. I understand that I will have advance information about the date, time and location of the field trip.

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Payment plan option for early registrants ($10 service charge). A 25% down payment, registration fee and $10 processing fee are required upon registration. Your credit card or checking account will automatically be billed in equal payments on September, October and November 15 for the remaining equal payments.

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Only checks are accepted as payment for mailed registration forms.

To pay by credit card, please register online or in person in COCA’s Registration Office.

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COCA REGISTRATION

Take as many classes or camps as you choose for one annual registration fee. This fee is non-refundable. Current Purchase


Students registering for three or more full-semester classes are eligible for a discount applied per person, per semester.

3rd & 4th Class: $60 off those classes

5th & above: $100 off those classes

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REGISTRATION FORM FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCEMONDAY9:30–10:55AM Ballet: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8152 $280

10:00–10:55AM Tap: Adult Advanced Beginner Ages 16 & up 8013 $260

11:00–11:55AM Jazz: Adult Advanced Beginner Ages 16 & up 8098 $260

12:00–12:55PM Jazz: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8100 $260

4:15–5:10PM Ballet: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 8 8179 $260

4:30–5:25PM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 7894 $260

4:30–5:25PM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet Ages 4 to 6 8006 $235

4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Older Students) Ages 8 to 10 8045 $260

4:30–5:55PM Modern: Intermediate 4 Ages 13 to 18 8083 $280

4:30–5:55PM Ballet: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8155 $280

5:00–5:55PM Ballet: Dance for Boys Ages 8 to 10 8195 $260


5:30–6:25PM Theatre: Acting Beginner 1 Ages 7 to 9 7897 $260

5:30–6:25PM Tap: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 9 8015 $260

5:30–6:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students) Ages 6 to 7 8048 $260

6:00–7:10PM Art & Design: Intro to Fashion Design Ages 8 to 10 7954 $270

6:00–7:25PM Ballet: Advanced 1 Ages 14 & up 8160 $280



6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: Painting & Mixed Media Ages 18 & up 7958 $295

6:30–7:25PM Theatre: Improvisation for Adults Ages 18 & up 3673 $260

6:30–7:25PM Tap: Adult Advanced Ages 16 & up 8018 $260

6:30–7:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 3 Ages 8 to 12 8053 $260


7:30–8:25PM Social & Cultural: Salsa Ages 18 & up 8075 $190

7:15–8:55PM Art & Design: Fashion Design & Construction Ages 11 to 16 7056 $280

7:30–8:55PM Tap: Advanced Ages 13 to 18 8020 $280

7:30–8:55PM Jazz: Teen Intermediate Ages 11 to 18 8102 $280

7:30–8:55PM Theatre: Acting for Adults Ages 18 & up 7902 $280

TUESDAY9:30–10:15AM Early Childhood: Shall We Dance? Ages 24 to 36 mo. 7989 $190

10:30–11:15AM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7992 $235

11:30–12:25PM Fitness: Cardio Ballet Ages 16 & up 8143 $160

1:00–1:55PM Early Childhood: Pre-Ballet 1 Ages 4 to 5 7997 $235

4:15–5:10PM Social & Cultural: West African Dance Ages 12 & up 8081 $260

4:15–5:25PM Jazz: Beginner 3 Ages 8 to 12 8107 $270



4:30–5:25PM Ballet: K Ages 5 to 6 8209 $260


5:00–5:55PM Theatre: Improvisation Ages 8 to 14 7904 $260

5:00–5:55PM Voice & Music: Introduction to Singing Ages 6 to 8 7931 $260

5:00–5:55PM Tap: Beginner 2 & 3 Ages 7 to 11 8022 $260

5:15–6:40PM Jazz: Advanced Ages 14 & up 8116 $280




5:45–6:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Beginner Ages 9 to 18 8114 $260

6:00–6:55PM Theatre: Acting for Musicals Ages 11 to 16 7906 $260


SUBTOTAL$30 REGISTRATION FEE PER STUDENT

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FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE6:00–6:55PM Voice & Music: Musical Theatre Singing Ages 8 to 10 7933 $260

6:00–6:55PM Tap: Intermediate 3 Ages 11 to 18 8024 $260

6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Comics & Graphic Storytelling 1* Ages 10 to 13 7960 $150

6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Manga 1* Ages 10 to 13 7964 $150

6:45–7:55PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Teen Intermediate Ages 11 to 18 8112 $270

7:00–7:55PM Theatre: Acting for Teens Ages 14 to 17 7908 $260

7:00–7:55PM Voice & Music: Acapella Ages 11 to 18 7935 $260


7:00–7:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango 1 Ages 18 & up 8077 $190

7:00–7:55PM Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 1 Ages 14 to18 8233 $260

7:30–8:55PM Art & Design: Comics & Graphic Storytelling 2* Ages 12 to 16 7962 $150

7:30–8:55PM Art & Design: Manga 2* Ages 12 to 16 7966 $150

7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8153 $280

8:00–8:55PM Voice & Music: Voice: Intermediate 1 Ages 11 to 18 7937 $260


8:00–8:55PM Social & Cultural: Argentine Tango 2 Ages 18 & up 8078 $190

8:00–9:10PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Advanced Ages 13 to 18 8104 $270

WEDNESDAY10:00–10:55AM Tap: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8030 $260

11:00–11:55AM Jazz: Adult Intermediate Ages 16 & up 8118 $260

12:00–1:10PM Ballet: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8212 $270

3:30–4:15PM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7993 $235




4:30–5:15PM Early Childhood: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 8009 $235

5:00–5:55PM Ballet: K Ages 5 to 6 8210 $260

5:00–5:55PM Dance Enrichment: Floorbarre 1 Ages 11 to 18 8235 $260



5:30–6:25PM Theatre: Acting: Beginner 2 Ages 8 to 10 7910 $260


6:00–7:25PM Art & Design: Figure Drawing Ages 14 to 18 7969 $150







7:15–8:10PM Fitness: Cardio Ballet Ages 16 & up 8148 $160

7:30–8:55PM Tap: Intermediate 5/Advanced Ages 13 to 18 8036 $280

7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Intermediate/Advanced Ages 16 & up 8215 $280

7:45–8:55PM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 13 7916 $270

THURSDAY10:30–11:25AM Fitness: Move for Your Health Ages 50 & up 8147 $160

12:00–1:25PM Ballet: Adult Advanced Beginner Ages 16 & up 8221 $280

4:00–5:25PM Jazz: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8127 $280

4:00–4:45PM Early Childhood: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 8010 $235




FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students) Ages 6 to 7 8049 $260

4:30–5:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2 Ages 9 to 18 8059 $260


4:30–5:25PM Dance Enrichment: Stretch & Strengthen Ages 10 to 18 8241 $260

5:00–5:55PM Voice & Music: Singing for Adults Ages 18 & up 7944 $260


5:30–6:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 1 Ages 9 to 13 8055 $260


5:30–6:55PM Ballet: Young Men’s Class Intermediate Ages 11 to 18 8217 $280



6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: Legomation* Ages 8 to 12 7971 $175

6:00–7:55PM Art & Design: iPad Movie Making* Ages 8 to 12 7973 $175

6:00–6:55PM Tap: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8038 $260


6:30–7:25PM Hip-Hop: Intro to Break Dancing Ages 9 to 18 8057 $260

7:00–7:55PM Tap: Teen Beginner 2 Ages 11 to 18 8040 $260 7:00–7:55PM Ballet: Men’s Advanced Class Ages 14 & up 8219 $260 7:00–7:55PM Ballet: Advanced Pointe & Variations 2 Ages 14 & up 8237 $260

7:30–8:25PM Fitness: Cardio Hip-Hop Ages 16 & up 8150 $160

7:30-8:55PM Jazz: Intermediate 3 Ages 12 to 18 8125 $280


7:30–8:55PM Ballet: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8213 $280


8:00–8:55PM Dance Enrichment: Choreography Ages 14 to 18 8239 $260

FRIDAY4:30–5:55PM Dance Enrichment: Floorbarre 2 Ages 15 to 18 8243 $280

4:30–5:25PM Social & Cultural: West African Dance Ages 12 & up 8080 $260





6:15–7:40PM Modern: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8091 $280

SATURDAY9:00–9:45AM Early Childhood: Shall We Dance? Ages 24 to 36 mo. 7990 $190

9:00–9:55AM Early Childhood: Little Happy Feet Ages 4 to 6 8007 $235

9:00–9:55AM Art & Design: Art & Design Studio 1 Ages 6 to 10 7982 $260

9:00–9:55AM Ballet: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 8 8181 $260

9:00–9:55AM Jazz: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 11 8123 $260

9:00–9:55AM Theatre: Creative Drama Ages 6 to 9 7895 $260

9:00–10:10AM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 2 Ages 12 to 17 7920 $270

9:00–10:25AM Voice & Music: Advanced Ages 14 to 18 7948 $280

9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 18 8158 $280

9:00–10:25AM Ballet: Intermediate 2 & 3 Ages 11 to 18 8229 $280

10:00–10:45AM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7994 $235

10:00–10:45AM Theatre: Dramatic Play Ages 4 to 6 8011 $235

10:00–10:55AM Art & Design: Art & Design Studio 2 Ages 10 to 13 7983 $260


10:00–10:55AM Tap: Beginner 1 Ages 6 to 9 8016 $260

10:15–11:25AM Theatre: Acting: Intermediate 1 Ages 10 to 13 7917 $270

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10:30–11:10AM Ballet: Beginner Pointe 2 Ages 12 to 18 8245 $235

10:30–11:10AM Ballet: Pre-Pointe & Beginner Pointe Ages 11 to 18 8249 $235

10:30–11:25AM Voice & Music: Intermediate 2 Ages 11 to 18 7942 $260

10:30–11:55AM Modern: Intermediate 3 Ages 12 to 18 8089 $280

10:45–11:40AM Theatre: Acting: Beginner 2 Ages 8 to 10 7911 $260

11:00–11:55AM Early Childhood: Pre-Ballet 1 Ages 4 to 5 7999 $235


11:00–11:55AM Tap: Teen Beginner 1 Ages 11 to 18 8043 $260

11:15–12:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 2 Ages 12 to 18 8135 $280

11:15–12:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Advanced Ages 13 to 18 8105 $280

11:15–12:45PM Art & Design: Building Blocks of Architecture* Ages 6 to 7 7985 $150

11:15–12:45PM Art & Design: Building Blocks of Architecture* Ages 8 to 9 7986 $150

11:30–12:25PM Voice & Music: Broadway Singers Ages 10 to 13 7950 $260




12:00–12:55PM Modern: Beginner 1 & 2 Ages 6 to 10 8094 $260

12:00–12:55PM Tap: Teen Beginner 2 Ages 11 to 18 8041 $260

12:00–1:10PM Ballet: Beginner 4 Ages 9 to 14 8187 $270 12:30–1:25PM Voice & Music: Musical Theatre Styles Ages 14 to 18 7952 $260


12:45–1:40PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Intermediate 1 Ages 11 to 18 8133 $260

1:00–2:15PM Art & Design: Be an Architect Ages 10 to 13 7987 $270

1:15–2:10PM Modern: Teen & Adult Beginner Ages 11 & up 8096 $260

1:15–2:10PM Ballet: Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8225 $260

1:15–2:10PM Ballet: Character Dance Ages 11 to 18 8251 $260

1:30–2:55PM Theatre: Adult Intermediate Ages 18 & up 7929 $280

1:45–3:10PM Ballet: Advanced 1 & 2 Ages 14 & up 8231 $280 2:00–2:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students) Ages 6 to 7 8051 $260

2:15–3:10PM Jazz: Musical Theatre Dance: Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8137 $280

2:15–3:10PM Ballet: Intermediate Pointe Ages 13 to 18 8247 $260

2:15–3:40PM Ballet: Teen Advanced Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8227 $280

2:30–3:25PM Art & Design: iPad Images* Ages 8 to 12 7974 $130

3:00–3:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Older Students) Ages 8 to 10 8046 $260


3:15–4:10PM Jazz: Teen & Adult Beginner Ages 11 & up 8139 $260

4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8065 $260

4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Choreography Ages 13 & up 8073 $260

5:00–5:55PM Hip-Hop: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8070 $260

SUNDAY12:00–12:45PM Early Childhood: At the Ballet Ages 3 to 4 7995 $235


12:00–12:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 1 (Younger Students) Ages 6 to 7 8050 $250

12:30–1:55PM Jazz: Advanced Ages 14 & up 8117 $280

12:30–1:55PM Modern: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8092 $280

12:30–1:25PM Hip-Hop: Adult Beginner Ages 16 & up 8067 $260

1:00–1:55PM Art & Design: Draw, Paint, Print Ages 6 to 9 7976 $260



1:00–1:55PM Hip-Hop: Beginner 2 Ages 7 to 11 8062 $260

FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE FALL SESSION AT-A-GLANCE1:30–2:25PM Hip-Hop: Intermediate 2 Ages 9 to 18 8060 $260

1:30–2:55PM Voice & Music: Writing for Musicals Ages 11 to 18 7946 $280

2:00–2:55PM Art & Design: Art Studio Ages 10 to 13 7978 $260

2:00–2:55PM Hip-Hop: Teen Beginner Ages 11 to 18 8064 $260


2:00–3:25PM Ballet: Teen & Adult Advanced Beginner Ages 16 & up 8223 $280

3:00–4:25PM Art & Design: Portfolio Prep Ages 14 to 18 7980 $280

3:00–3:55PM Theatre: Improvisation for Teens Ages 14 to 17 7924 $260

3:15–4:10PM Voice & Music: Intermediate 2 Ages 11 to 18 7941 $260

4:00–4:55PM Hip-Hop: Advanced Ages 13 & up 8071 $260

4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults* Ages 16 & up 7926 $150

4:00–5:25PM Theatre: Spolin for Adults* Ages 16 & up 7927 $150

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COCA’S EDUCATIONAL APPROACHAt COCA, we place great emphasis on the student-teacher relationship and value a process-based approach in the studio. COCA’s more than 200 teaching artists are highly qualified in their fields, having professional experience in their art forms and a depth of teaching expertise. Our goal is to inspire students to develop not only skills in the arts, but also the artistic process of an artist and the new ways of thinking that quality arts experiences provide.

COCA’s educational approach is rooted in Studio Habits of Mind, a framework developed by a research team from Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. This framework helps to define quality teaching and learning across disciplines, sites and programs, and provides a common language for COCA staff, faculty, students and the community.

DEVELOP CRAFTLearning to use tools, materials and artistic conventions, and learning to care for tools, materials and space.

ENGAGE & PERSISTLearning to embrace problems of relevance within the art world and/or of personal importance; learning to develop focus conducive to working and persevering at tasks.

ENVISIONLearning to picture mentally what cannot be directly observed, and learning to imagine possible next steps in making a piece.

EXPRESSLearning to create works that convey an idea, a feeling or a personal meaning.

OBSERVELearning to attend to visual contexts more closely than ordinary “looking” requires, and thereby learning to see things that otherwise might not be seen.

REFLECTLearning to think and talk with others about an aspect of one’s work or working process; learning to judge one’s own work, working process and the work of others.

STRETCH & EXPLORELearning to reach beyond one’s capacities, to explore playfully without a preconceived plan and to embrace the opportunity to learn from one’s mistakes. UNDERSTAND ARTS COMMUNITYLearning to interact as an artist with other artists—in classrooms, in local arts organizations and across the arts field—and within the broader society.

Studio Habits of Mind from Studio Thinking, Hetland, Winner, et al, Teachers College Press, 2007.

SPECIAL OPPORTUNITY

HORTON TEACHER WORKSHOP Ana Marie Forsythe, Chair of the Horton Department at The Ailey SchoolAugust 15–19, 2016 | 11:00AM–4:00PM | COCA$500* | Activity Code: 7794*Materials not included.

This exclusive workshop gives dance teachers, dance scholars, and professional dancers the opportunity to gain a better understanding of the Horton vocabulary, review Horton studies and practice this unique American modern dance technique under master teacher and scholar of the Horton vocabulary Ana Marie Forsythe.

Enhance your teaching skills and receive an all-inclusive view of the technique. Learn how to train students to use proper body alignment, improve strength, coordination and flexibility as well as the ability to adapt to all styles of dance. Each session includes fresh content, lectures, demonstrations, and “hands on” approaches for teaching all levels of Horton.

Since 1979, Ms. Forsythe has been the Chair of the Horton Department at the prestigious Ailey School. She is the co-author of The Dance Technique of Lester Horton and the artist director of five Horton technique videos.

“With a sprinter’s upper body strength, a gymnast’s flexible lower back, and a classical dancer’s articulated feet and legs, Horton dancers are athletic and expressive instruments. The technique produces an overall effect of fierceness, something many working choreographers desire.”—Dance Magazine

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND MATERIALSSome knowledge of the Horton Technique is preferred and participants must have three years of teaching experience. Required materials include the book The Dance Technique of Lester Horton and the DVD Lester Horton Technique: The Warm-Up. Items may be purchased at Amazon.com.

Contact the COCA Registration Office at [email protected] or 314.561.4898 with questions.

Photo by Dorothy Shi The Ailey School’s Horton Class taught by Ana Marie Forsythe. Photo by Kyle Froman.

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