WACA
Wildcat Academy of the Creative Arts
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
WILDCATTER WEDNESDAYS
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 1-4PM | Ages 6-12 | $250
Wildcatter Wednesdays are joyful, hands-on learning adventures that blend art, nature, and a touch of history into one imaginative afternoon. Each week, children gather in a warm, welcoming studio environment where curiosity leads the way. The program weaves together creative art exploration, nature-inspired discovery and a sprinkle of history.
SCREENWRITING & CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP | 18+
Wednesdays, September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 6-9PM | $250
In this 5-week intensive workshop, adults explore the fundamentals of storytelling for both page and screen. Students learn character development, structure, dialogue, and visual storytelling while receiving thoughtful feedback in a supportive environment. The course culminates in students presenting selected pages of their original work in the Glen Speakeasy. No previous writing experience required.
WILDCATTER WEDNESDAYS
September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 | 6-9PM | 18+ | $250
Wildcatter Wednesdays are joyful, hands-on learning adventures that blend art, nature, and a touch of history into one imaginative evening. Each week, students gather in a warm, welcoming studio environment where curiosity leads the way. The program weaves together creative art exploration, nature-inspired discovery and a sprinkle of history.
CRAFTY CHRISTMAS - AGES 12-17
November 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15 | 6-9PM | $250
Get ready for Crafty Christmas, a festive 5-week workshop filled with creativity and holiday cheer! Each week, students will complete a different hands-on art project, exploring a variety of materials and techniques. By the end of the course, every participant will have five beautiful handmade gifts—perfect for sharing with friends and family at Christmas. It’s the perfect way to create, celebrate, and give from the heart!
CRAFTY CHRISTMAS - AGES 18+
November 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 | 6-9PM | $250
Get ready for Crafty Christmas, a festive 5-week workshop filled with creativity and holiday cheer! Each week, students will complete a different hands-on art project, exploring a variety of materials and techniques. By the end of the course, every participant will have five beautiful handmade gifts—perfect for sharing with friends and family at Christmas. It’s the perfect way to create, celebrate, and give from the heart!
SENIOR MEMOIR WRITING
November 10, 17, December 1, 8, 15 | 55+ | 6-9PM | $250
Everyone has a story worth telling. When we reach a stage in life where reflection deepens, there is power and clarity in writing our stories down. In this warm, supportive 5-week course designed especially for seniors, you’ll explore the unforgettable moments, lessons, and adventures that shaped your life. Whether you want to preserve family history, reflect on meaningful experiences, or simply enjoy the creative process, this class offers a welcoming space to do it. The course culminates with students presenting selections from their memoir in a live performance in the Glen Speakeasy. No prior writing experience required.
STORYTELLING
November 11, 18, December 2, 9, 16 | 16+ | 6-9PM | $250
Because people want to tell their stories. In this 5-week storytelling workshop, students develop a personal story built around a chosen theme. Through guided exercises and performance techniques, students learn how to build narrative tension, speak with confidence, and captivate an audience. The culmination project is a live storytelling performance in the Glen Speakeasy — a memorable and empowering experience.
Step into the spotlight and discover the art of true, personal storytelling. In this engaging five-week class, you’ll learn how to craft and deliver spoken-word stories that are authentic, emotional, and unforgettable. Whether you’re drawn to humor, poignancy, or drama, you’ll shape a real-life experience into a compelling narrative told without notes. Guided by storyteller and instructor Jon Bernstein, you’ll explore structure, voice, vulnerability, and performance techniques that make live storytelling so powerful.
The course culminates in a special showcase in The Glen Speakeasy, where students will present their final stories for friends, family, and community members.
Find your voice and tell the story that only you can tell.
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Upcoming classes and workshops include Teen Improv, Teen Creative Writing, Senior Memoir Writing and Kids Creative Writing. For more information, please leave your name and contact information.