Classes and Events

Take a class or Join us at upcoming shows, concerts and performances throughout the year!

Enjoy special events, create something new or hone your skills at our year-round adult and children's classes. We offer private lessons, too!

If you're interested in taking a class that isn't on the schedule, email us at info@monartscenter.com and we will try to set it up! If you are interested in teaching a class, please fill out this form, and email us (we don't always monitor form submissions).

We strive to make arts accessible for all - once we reach the minimum of students needed to run a class, we offer scholarships. Email info@monartscenter.com if you are interested in receiving a scholarship.

Get involved!

Want to get connect with the community through the arts? Become a MAC volunteer! We have a range of needs, from attending our front desk (bring a book or project to work on), event assistance, tidying and organizing, and larger projects. We need volunteers on regular schedules and on once-in-a-while basis. If you are interested in learning more and getting involve, shoot us an email (info@monartscenter.com).

We have two volunteer info sessions coming up: Wednesday August 6 at 6 p.m. and Saturday August 16 at 11 a.m.

During these sessions we will do a tour of the building, introduce you to our team and discuss volunteer opportunities.

Upcoming Events

MAC Literary Nights

First Friday for the Arts

We are bringing back MAC Literary Nights! On the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. we welcome a guest author to read their works, followed up a literary open mic - bring your essays, poetry, or other writings to share!

October - Anna Dickson James

November - Dave Prather

December - Jason Kapcala

First Friday for the Arts

Join us on the First Friday of each month for two new gallery openings! Check our social media for addition activities during First Fridays! Stop by to grab a map and info about other participating locations!

Brown Bag Concert Series

Our new Brown Bag Concert Series is a high-quality live performance on the first Wednesday of the month. Bring your lunch, and enjoy this free 45 minute concert.

November 5 - Angelica

November 19 - Montani String Quartet

December 3 - Ravenwood Trio

December 17 - Keeheon Nam and Sun Jung Lee

January 7 - MSO Sax Quartet

January 21 - Bridge Bassoon Duo

Morgantown Swing

Brown Bag Concert Series

We are so excited to welcome back the Morgantown Swing dancers! Come on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. for a lesson and dance session! Tickets available at the door.

Watercolor Workshop

Figure Drawing Class

Watercolor Workshop

Monday

December 29

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Learn to use watercolors in this beginner-friendly workshop! We will cover brushes, brush strokes, various techniques.

Instructor: Alexandria Gaujot

$25/student

Acrylic Workshop

Figure Drawing Class

Watercolor Workshop

Monday

December 8

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Come paint a scene with us, using acrylics on canvas!

Instructor: Alexandria Gaujot

$25/student

Figure Drawing Class

Wednesday

December 3

6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Come draw the human form. We will have a live nude model, instructor, and paper, pencils and easels - artists are also welcome bring their own supplies. Take this opportunity to draw the beauty of the human form inspired by a live model.

Instructor: Alexandria Gaujot

$20/student

Intro to Crankies

Figure Drawing Class

Tuesday

December 9

6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Discover the magic of crankies—hand-cranked illustrated scrolls used for storytelling, music, and performance! In this workshop you’ll learn the basics of designing, illustrating, and assembling your own crankie by creating miniature matchbox crankies. No prior art or performance experience is requ

Tuesday

December 9

6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Instructor: Annick Odom

$25/student

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Pre-K Story and Art Time

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Youth Watercolor Workshop

Thursday

December 18

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Tots and their adults join us for a story time followed by an art project inspired by The Mitten!

Instructor: Kendra Matott

$15/family

Youth Watercolor Workshop

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Youth Watercolor Workshop

Friday

December 12

6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Kids of all ages are welcome to join us for this FREE watercolor workshop! We will paint wreaths, to embrace the holiday season!

Instructor: Emily Garrett

Free! Please email info@monartcenter.com to register

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Saturday

December 20

9 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Learn how to turn honesty into humor, connect scenes through theme, and make your monologues sparkle.

Instructor: Kunal Mahajan

We require a minimum of 5 students for this class.

$25/student

MAC FOLK Program

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

MAC FOLK Program

Wednesdays

January 12 - April 15

4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Join us for the MAC FOLK (Fostering Old-time Learning for Kids) program this fall! This is an eight week session for youth grades 4-12. Students may bring their fiddle, banjo, guitar, mandolin, bass or dulcimer - or borrow one of our instruments to learn on for the semester!

Each 1.5 hour c

Wednesdays

January 12 - April 15

4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Each 1.5 hour class will start out with technique/sectionals, then students will break into groups by skill level to make mini-string bands. Instruction will be supplemented by cultural sessions such as square dance lessons and guest artists. All experience levels are welcome!

Instructors: Jacob Lambert, Jeanne Sutton, and Tom D'Avello

$200/student

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Flute Choir

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

MAC FOLK Program

Spring info coming soon!

The Community Flute Choir class is designed to bring flute players across Morgantown together to make music and learn in a collaborative setting. Open to flutists of all ages and playing levels – with at least two (2) years of playing experience– this weekly ensemble aims to nurture your love for the flute and

Spring info coming soon!

Instructors: Eftihia Arkoudis

$150/student

We require a minimum of 4 students to run this course.

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Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

Thursdays:

11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/18Times: 7:15 – 8:30 pm

7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Thursdays:

11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/18Times: 7:15 – 8:30 pm

7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Let’s get slinky! Join instructor Kat Timm in this beginner-friendly dance routine where we use the chair and floor to explore sensual and expressive movement. Each class consists of a warmup, choreography lesson, and cool down to build strength, flexibility, and body awareness. You’ll leave class feeling both challenged and empowered. Class fees for this routine include a dance boa that’s yours to keep! No dance experience is needed.

Instructor:

Kat Timm

$130/student

We require a minimum of 4 students to run this course.

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Classes and Events

Get involved!

Upcoming Events

MAC Literary Nights

First Friday for the Arts

First Friday for the Arts

First Friday for the Arts

First Friday for the Arts

First Friday for the Arts

Brown Bag Concert Series

Brown Bag Concert Series

Brown Bag Concert Series

Morgantown Swing

Brown Bag Concert Series

Brown Bag Concert Series

Single Session Workshops

Watercolor Workshop

Figure Drawing Class

Watercolor Workshop

Acrylic Workshop

Figure Drawing Class

Watercolor Workshop

Figure Drawing Class

Figure Drawing Class

Figure Drawing Class

Intro to Crankies

Figure Drawing Class

Figure Drawing Class

Pre-K Story and Art Time

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Youth Watercolor Workshop

Youth Watercolor Workshop

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Youth Watercolor Workshop

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

The Armando Improv Comedy Workshop

Multi Session Courses

MAC FOLK Program

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

MAC FOLK Program

Flute Choir

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

MAC FOLK Program

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

Chair Dance Routine – “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch”

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