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PERFORMING ARTS PART TWO 58 REGISTER ONLINE: mycary.org Performing Arts Adult performing arts classes take place at the Cary Arts Center unless otherwise noted. Intro to Sketch Comedy (age 16 & up) Ever wonder how shows like "Saturday Night Live" create their material? All are welcome to this beginner-level class where we'll check out sketch comedy from creation to performance. Learn how to use improv, sketch writing, and performance to construct a comedy revue. Wed Sep 6–27 7–9 p.m. 030848 No Program: Sep 20 Instructor: John Simmons Fees: $51(R) $67(N) (3 classes) Intro to Comedy Improv (age 16 & up) Check out improv with an emphasis on the sillier side of unscripted drama. All are welcome to this beginner-level class where we'll explore on-the- y thinking and saying "yes, and" to everything. Wed Oct 25–Nov 8 7–9 p.m. 030847 Instructor: John Simmons Fees: $51(R) $67(N) (3 classes) And the Tony Goes to…(age 18 & up) Develop your acting skills by choosing scenes or monologues from Tony award-winning plays to workshop, rehearse, and perform. Tue,Thu Sep 5–14 7–9 p.m. 030838 Instructor: Simone Boyd Fees: $68(R) $89(N) (4 classes) Introductory Improv Intensive (age 18 & up) Come play some improv games as we learn how to structure improv for performance. All are welcome to this beginner-level class where we'll learn improv skills and acting tools, culminating in a nal class showcase. Sat Sep 9–Oct 21 10 a.m.–1 p.m. 030839 Instructor: Kimberly Bledsoe Fees: $180(R) $210(N) (7 classes) NEW! NEW! NEW! NEW! Ballroom Basics Dance (age 18 & up) Learn the cha-cha, rumba, swing, waltz, foxtrot, and tango. Master the basic steps, technique, and musicality. Pair up to practice the art of leading and following in this fun and social dance class. No partner necessary. BALLROOM BASICS DANCE—RHYTHM Thu Sep 7–Oct 12 7:30–8:30 p.m. 031070 BALLROOM BASICS DANCE—SMOOTH Thu Oct 19–Nov 30 7:30–8:30 p.m. 031071 No Program: Nov 23 Location: Bond Park Community Center Instructor: Ashley Grob Fees: $180(R) $210(N) (6 classes) Dancing Date Night Couples Ballroom Class (age 18 & up) Master the basics of the classic ballroom dances rumba, foxtrot, cha-cha, and more while developing your connection, communication, and physical coordination with your partner. The fee is per person, and both dance partners need to register. Fri Sep 8–29 7–8 p.m. 030974 Fri Oct 6–27 7–8 p.m. 030976 Location: Cary Arts Center Instructor: Ashley Grob Fees: $80(R) $104(N) (4 classes) Music Adult Piano (age 18 & up) Students learn to improvise, play by ear, play chord progressions, and read music. Keyboards provided. Mon Sep 11–Nov 13 7–7:50 p.m. 030346 No Program: Oct 30 Location: The Hive Tue Sep 12–Nov 14 7–7:50 p.m. 030347 No Program: Oct 31 Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Rich Music School Fees: $198(R) $225(N) (9 classes) Teen/Adult Guitar (age 14 & up) Learn classical guitar techniques and build con dence while playing popular songs. Students learn to improvise, play by ear, play chord progressions, and read music in a fun, small-group environment. Students must provide their own acoustic guitar. Wed Sep 13–Nov 15 7–7:50 p.m. 030072 No Program: Nov 1 Location: Page-Walker Arts & History Center Instructor: Rich Music School Fees: $198(R) $225(N) (9 classes) NEW! NEW!