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SOLD OUT Dr. Sketchy’s Anti Art School: Baltimore

A livelier life drawing event, Dr. Sketchy's is where artists of all levels draw fabulous burlesque and variety performers! Enjoy delicious cocktails and a performance by the model, and compete in zany drawing contests to win free drinks and other awesome prizes! We'll start off with quick 1- and 2-minute gesture poses and gradually move up to 20-minute sketches. No drawing experience is necessary; just bring your own drawing materials—and cash tips for our model—and join us for some fun figure sketching practice!

Jovenes en Acción

Jóvenes en Acción is a Latin American folkloric dance & service- learning program serving youth ages 12-20. Led by dancers, choreographers, and educators from Monterrey, Mexico, participants will engage in an arts-based dance program with an emphasis on dances, steps, and routines that represent Latin American identity, culture, and heritage.

Viva Brasil! Introduction to Capoeira for Children

In class, students will learn and practice the basic movements of Capoeira, both solo and with partners, while following the teacher through movements and sequences. Students will also learn the songs of Capoeira and, through them, the Portuguese language and Afro-Brazilian history and culture. Students will sing as well as learn to play instruments such as berimbau, pandeiro, agogo, reco-reco, and atabaque as part of the class.

Viva Brasil! Introduction to Capoeira for Adults

In class, students will learn and practice the basic movements of Capoeira, both solo and with partners, while following the teacher through movements and sequences. Students will also learn the songs of Capoeira and, through them, the Portuguese language and Afro-Brazilian history and culture. 

Viva Brasil! Brazilian Bateria Class

Learn from Brazilian samba master percussionist André Coelho from Rio de Janeiro! André will demonstrate and teach each of the essential Brazilian samba percussion instruments. We will have some percussion instruments available for participants to use, but please bring your own instruments if you have any.

Viva Brasil! Samba with Ilheuma Zezeh

Learn samba from Ilheuma Zezeh, Brazilian dancer, teacher, choreographer, performer, and healer from São Paulo with a mission to bring more joy to the world through art. Ilheuma Zezeh will demonstrate and teach the basics of samba dance.

Do-Si-Do! Family Square Dance

Grandparents, parents, caretakers, and kids alike are invited to join hands, swing and turn, do-si-do, and promenade at the Family Square Dance! Held in the Dance Studio of the brand new Creativity Center, we'll have a live old-time string band and a caller to talk you through all the moves. All ages welcome! Free!

Dr. Sketchy’s Anti Art School: Baltimore

A livelier life drawing event, Dr. Sketchy's is where artists of all levels draw fabulous burlesque and variety performers! Enjoy delicious cocktails and a performance by the model, and compete in zany drawing contests to win free drinks and other awesome prizes! We'll start off with quick 1- and 2-minute gesture poses and gradually move up to 20-minute sketches. No drawing experience is necessary; just bring your own drawing materials—and cash tips for our model—and join us for some fun figure sketching practice!

Haitian Kite Making Workshop

Sak pase! Kite-master Armand Myrthil and Haitian cultural non-profit, Komite Ayiti, INC. lead us in this special annual workshop. Get hands on with the kite traditions of Haiti and create your own kite from scratch.

Art Law Clinic

Are you a painter, musician, or creative entrepreneur that lives in Maryland? Do you have legal questions or concerns? Make an appointment for our Art Law Clinic on March 18, 2023 from 1pm-4pm! You can snag a 30-minute consult with one of our volunteer attorneys to sort out any general issues or questions you might have!

Corn Husk Art

Using corn husk to create art is a long standing tradition in Mexican culture. In this corn husk leaf art workshop, Artesana instructor Rosario will teach you how to create a one-of-a-kind art piece, while explaining the history and the inspiration behind the artform.

Dr. Sketchy’s Anti Art School: Baltimore

A livelier life drawing event, Dr. Sketchy's is where artists of all levels draw fabulous burlesque and variety performers! Enjoy delicious cocktails and a performance by the model, and compete in zany drawing contests to win free drinks and other awesome prizes!

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Tahitian Dance Class

Learn the art of Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance) which is deeply rooted in ancient Polynesian traditions and has many benefits such as strengthening muscles, improving posture, and boosting self-esteem. 

SOLD OUT – Tamales Cooking Class

Learn to prepare delicious traditional Mexican tamales, which are a staple of the Mexican diet. Learn about the history of the tamale and its importance in Mexican culture.

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Open Critique

Join artists for monthly Open Critique in our Marquee Lounge! Each session is an open forum to show 1-2 examples of your artwork and receive feedback from experienced artists from varying mediums and backgrounds. Please send digital examples of work 48 hours before the event day to visualarts@creativealliance.org.

Mexican Huichol Art

Shakira stone bracelets originate from the Huichol community in San Luis Potosi, Mexico, and are thought to create energy, power, and wisdom for those who wear them. Learn the history of these colorful bracelets and how to make one for yourself! 

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Artesanitos

Artesanitos is a free educational program centered on passing down folkloric traditions in Latin American arts and crafts.

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SOLD OUT – ESSENTIAL TEASE: A Transformative Burlesque Class Series

Are you ready to finally take the leap and see what burlesque is all about? Or, are you a current performer who is thinking about reimagining your relationship to burlesque? 

Our team of experienced burlesque instructors will guide you through becoming a burlesque performer inside and out. We will progress through act creation from start to finish while incorporating mindful techniques for both on and off the stage. Essential Tease is the ideal starting point for truly transformative acts! This eight-week in-person workshop series is conducted at Creative Alliance in Baltimore, MD, and concludes with a ticketed, live student showcase! 

Registration includes eight weeks of prepared lessons, out-of-class coaching and one-on-one mentorship, complimentary costume add-ons and crafting sessions, access to an online community with your peers, as well as the opportunity to rehearse and perform in a student showcase on the Creative Alliance main stage! 

Essential Tease welcomes ALL gender identities, abilities, ages, sexualities, races, religions, AND experience levels. All humans welcome, and all bodies are burlesque bodies!

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