Alma Mater Studio

2024-2025 Academic Year

PLEASE CONTACT THE STUDIO SO WE CAN SUGGEST THE RIGHT GROUP FOR YOUR CHILD.

New and returning students should fill out our 2024-25 Registration form. New students should also schedule a free and required online evaluation that will help us select the best group for your child.

Fall Semester

9/16/24–12/8/24

No classes:

Monday, October 14th (Columbus Day)

November 26th -30th (Thanksgiving break)

Winter Semester

12/09/24–3/16/25

No classes:

December 22nd - January 5th (Holiday break)

February 17th - 23rd (Winter break)

Spring Semester

3/17/25–06/9/25

No classes:

April 21st -27th (Spring break)

Monday, May 26th (Memorial Day)

Our Events

RESCHEDULED TO SATURDAY, OCTOBER 12.
We are sorry for the inconvenience. October 5th - Creative Saturdays are back with Pumpkin stories! Join us for a fun and creative event! We'll provide inspirational ideas and all necessary material (but don't forget to bring your own pumpkin)! BUY TICKETS HERE

Art envelope contest. We invite you to participate in the annual art contest organized by The Edward Gorey House. This years's theme are magic potions. Winners will get small prizes and their works will be displayed at the House and on their website. Bring your creative envelopes to our studio and we'll send them to the contest's judges. Deadline is October 11th.

To read more about the contest and Edward Gorey, please visit their website.

Alma Mater Studio is excited to announce a

WINTER HOLIDAY CARD CONTEST: The Snow Queen’s Dream

Reflect your winter holidays, activities, fairy tales and dreams on your cards.

Winning designs will be featured on Alma Mater Studio website and at AM Gallery.

Open to children 18 and younger.

Deadline is December 2nd.

December 7th- Creative Saturdays. Holiday Handmade Gifts – Cityscape Lanterns and Plates Workshop Create unique holiday gifts with a personal touch! Learn the art of decoupage as you craft beautiful cityscape lanterns and decorative plates. This workshop will guide you through different paper techniques to create charming, handmade gifts. Materials are included.
BUY TICKETS HERE.

December 20th -21st - "Недотепино королевство" a new musical and fun show for families by Oddballs theater. Please buy tickets here.

January 11th. - "Clumsy Kingdom" a new musical and fun show for families by Oddballs theater. Please buy tickets here.

January 18th - Creative Saturdays. Neurographic Art Master Class

Unlock your creativity through Neurographic Art! Neurographic is a unique drawing technique that connects the mind and creativity. In this session, you'll use lines and shapes to visualize ideas, calm the mind, and find new solutions. No prior experience required!
BUY TICKETS HERE.

November 3rd, 5pm. - "Once upon a time there lived Hercules" Alma Mater Studio Youth theatre presents a musical comedy for kids and adults aged 5 and older. This production won several awards at Orange summer theatre festival.

To learn more and buy tickets, please click here

November 16th. - Creative Saturdays. Floral Arrangements for Thanksgiving Create a stunning Thanksgiving centerpiece! In this hands-on workshop you'll learn to craft a beautiful floral arrangement perfect for your Thanksgiving table. Using a variety of seasonal flowers and greenery, we'll help you design an elegant and festive centerpiece. All materials are included.

BUY TICKETS HERE

November 23rd. - Creative Saturdays Stage Design Master Class

Dive into the art of stage design! Explore the world of theatrical scenography in this master class. Learn the principles of stage design, from conceptual sketches to building models and layouts. Ideal for those with a passion for theater, art, or interior design.

Please contact us at info@almamaterstudio.org if you would like to sign up to this event.

November 14th, 15th, 16th Russian Bear Cub Contest

Test your Russian knowledge for kids grades 1-11th. Get certificates and prizes. Learn more in our blog. Please register here if you want to participate.

Alma Mater Studio is excited to announce a WINTER HOLIDAY CARD CONTEST: The Snow Queen’s Dream

Reflect your winter holidays, activities, fairy tales and dreams on your cards.

Winning designs will be featured on Alma Mater Studio website and at AM Gallery.

Open to children 18 and younger.

Deadline is December 2nd.

February 8th. - Creative Saturdays.

Mobile Photography with a Smartphone

Capture amazing photos using just your smartphone! In this photography workshop, you'll learn tips and tricks for taking high-quality photos with your smartphone. We'll cover composition, lighting, and editing techniques to help you take stunning shots on the go.

BUY TICKETS HERE

February 18th - 21st Art and Theater Camp

Our beloved fun program is never the same, offering something new each season and year. We are welcoming our new and existing friends!

Please register here

March 8th. Creative Saturdays. Girl’s Night Out

A creative and fun evening, just for the girls! Gather your friends for an exciting night of crafting, socializing, and laughter. The theme to be determined.
BUY TICKETS HERE

March 28th -29th. AM Youth Theatre presents: American Tales

Travel to the smaller than small town of Silverspoon, somewhere in the Wilder than Wild West, and witness the stranger than strange story of two robbers who attack a mail train, opposed by the young residents of Silverspoon! It's truer than truth!

BUY TICKETS HERE

May 18th. Creative Saturdays. Plein Air – Lilac Sunday Enjoy a day of outdoor painting among the lilacs! Bring your easel and join us for a relaxing day of plein air painting. Capture the beauty of lilacs in bloom as we spend the day outside, surrounded by nature. Artists of all levels are welcome to join. Location will be determined closer to the date.

BUY TICKETS HERE

May 30th -31st. "Orange Summer" theatre fest