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One-day workshops are great for any PHAME student looking to enhance their knowledge and skills within a certain type of art. They’re also a great way for new students to get to know PHAME.

Learn the fundamentals of ballet plus a whole lot more! Come prepared to plié and point, tendu and twist, chassé and make shapes.

Rehearse and stage the Mini-Musical written by PHAME students during the Winter Term.

Dance Ensemble is an auditioned, rehearsal-based class focusing on creating dance performances

In this introductory Yoga class, explore breath work, meditation, relaxation, and simple yoga poses.

Reach for the stars as you learn Broadway-style dance and classic choreography.

This technique class focuses on developing strength, artistry, and precision through dance phrases and sequences.

This class uses the DanceAbility method to explore the basic principles of movement invention including sensation, relationship, and time while honoring everyone’s unique movement language.

Dance your heart out while listening to high energy jams! This class combines popular music and dance moves, cardio, and coordination.

One-day workshops are great for any PHAME student looking to enhance their knowledge and skills within a certain type of art. They’re also a great way for new students to get to know PHAME.

One-day workshops are great for any PHAME student looking to enhance their knowledge and skills within a certain type of art. They’re also a great way for new students to get to know PHAME.

This class focuses on basic rhythm skills while immersing students in percussion instruments from all over the world. Students will explore a mix of acoustic drums, hand clapping, bongos, congas, djembe, doumbek, shakers and more. No previous experience necessary; PHAME will provide instruments.

Rehearse and stage the Mini-Musical written by PHAME students during the Winter Term.

The Mixed Ensemble, also known as Chameleonica, is a small group of musical performers that combines voices, iPads, and traditional instruments to form a dynamic performance group.

We'll dive into the fundamentals of musical notation, rhythm, harmony, and visualization to demystify the world of music

In this every other week voice class, you'll work in a small group of students to build vocal technique, confidence, and expression.

Auditioned vocal ensemble performing pop, rock, and jazz selections.

Edit, arrange, and finish an audio drama using recordings from Winter Term.

Small Groups is an auditioned, rehearsal-based ensemble that works on small group and solo singing, including complicated rhythms and voicings.

This innovative class uses music theory to help you advance your rhythmic skills while collaborating with other students who share your love of a good groove.

In this lively class, students will explore scenes and songs from favorite musicals, sharpen song and dance skills, and develop understanding of musical theatre history.

Explore drumming and neuroscience while building foundational rhythm skills.

This online singing class is for students who want to sound great and feel confident behind the mic.

In this every other week class, you'll learn guitar basics, building practical skills and technique while learning chords and chord structures.

This intensive music class is for experienced singers who want to hone their technique.

PHAME’s largest class welcomes anyone who enjoys singing in a group, regardless of skill level.

Go beyond a typical class and dive into the craft of acting in focused, hands-on workshops! Each session concentrates on one key aspect of performance, giving you the chance to experiment, grow, and strengthen your skills in a supportive, creative environment. Each workshop stands on its own, so you can join one or take them all for a complete acting experience.

Get hands-on, make a mess, and let your creativity run wild! This three-part workshop series gives students the chance to explore different art forms, experiment with new materials, and develop their own style in a fun, supportive environment. Each session is a deep dive into a specific art practice, so you can join one or take all three for the full creative experience.

PHAME’s student clubs offer creative and social spaces for students to connect, collaborate, and explore their interests outside of class. Both clubs are student-led and open to all PHAME students. Come as you are, and bring your creativity!

PHAME’s student clubs offer creative and social spaces for students to connect, collaborate, and explore their interests outside of class. Both clubs are student-led and open to all PHAME students. Come as you are, and bring your creativity!

We are thrilled to once again welcome a different guest artist every Monday this term to present free workshops for PHAME students.

Writers, game designers, comic book artists, playwrights, and screenwriters all use storytelling to create exciting settings, characters and plots for their heroes and villains—now it’s your turn.

Bring your ideas and a passion for connecting with an audience to this class where you’ll create an original podcast episode.

Explore drumming and neuroscience while building foundational rhythm skills.

Go beyond a typical class and dive into the craft of acting in focused, hands-on workshops! Each session concentrates on one key aspect of performance, giving you the chance to experiment, grow, and strengthen your skills in a supportive, creative environment. Each workshop stands on its own, so you can join one or take them all for a complete acting experience.

Get hands-on, make a mess, and let your creativity run wild! This three-part workshop series gives students the chance to explore different art forms, experiment with new materials, and develop their own style in a fun, supportive environment. Each session is a deep dive into a specific art practice, so you can join one or take all three for the full creative experience.

Writers, game designers, comic book artists, playwrights, and screenwriters all use storytelling to create exciting settings, characters and plots for their heroes and villains—now it’s your turn.

Edit, arrange, and finish an audio drama using recordings from Winter Term.

Anyone can take pictures, but you need to understand what’s happening “under the hood” to take your photos to the next level.

Interdisciplinary class blending poetry with visual art across multiple media.

PHAME’s student clubs offer creative and social spaces for students to connect, collaborate, and explore their interests outside of class. Both clubs are student-led and open to all PHAME students. Come as you are, and bring your creativity!

Bring your ideas and a passion for connecting with an audience to this class where you’ll create an original podcast episode.

PHAME’s student clubs offer creative and social spaces for students to connect, collaborate, and explore their interests outside of class. Both clubs are student-led and open to all PHAME students. Come as you are, and bring your creativity!

Make SNL-style comedy sketches while learning filmmaking basics.

Design posters and marketing for PHAME’s summer project using core design skills.

Get ready to bring the laughs! In this sketch comedy class, students will learn how to create, write, and perform original comedic sketches inspired by shows like Saturday Night Live.

Write your own 10-minute play and present a staged reading with pro actors.

Go beyond a typical class and dive into the craft of acting in focused, hands-on workshops! Each session concentrates on one key aspect of performance, giving you the chance to experiment, grow, and strengthen your skills in a supportive, creative environment. Each workshop stands on its own, so you can join one or take them all for a complete acting experience.

One-day workshops are great for any PHAME student looking to enhance their knowledge and skills within a certain type of art. They’re also a great way for new students to get to know PHAME.

One-day workshops are great for any PHAME student looking to enhance their knowledge and skills within a certain type of art. They’re also a great way for new students to get to know PHAME.

If you love doing voices, or if you’re interested in acting and want to focus on your voice, this class will show you what it takes to be a voice actor.

Students in this class will hone their skills as they build an ‘actor’s toolbox’ through theatre games and exercises.

Get ready to bring the laughs! In this sketch comedy class, students will learn how to create, write, and perform original comedic sketches inspired by shows like Saturday Night Live.

In this lively class, students will explore scenes and songs from favorite musicals, sharpen song and dance skills, and develop understanding of musical theatre history.

PHAME's Comedy Troupe, Almost PHAMEous, is an auditioned group of students who practice improv, sketch, stand-up comedy, and create performances.

Students will work together to create spontaneous—and often funny—original scenes.

Rehearse and stage the Mini-Musical written by PHAME students during the Winter Term.

Write your own 10-minute play and present a staged reading with pro actors.

Edit, arrange, and finish an audio drama using recordings from Winter Term.

The Disability Arts Gallery Lab is now accepting applications for Spring and Summer 2026. This application-based visual art program supports artists creating and presenting work centered on Disability identity and culture. The Lab will culminate in a public gallery exhibition in Portland this summer, where the entire community will be invited to celebrate the work.