In-Person

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.

Step into the spotlight and explore the magic of musical theatre across the decades! In this fun, active workshop series, students will sing, act, and move through different eras of musical theatre history, discovering how each time period shaped the stories, characters, and songs we know and love today. Each workshop stands on its own, so students can join one or take them all for a full journey through musical theatre’s evolution.

This class focuses on basic rhythm skills while immersing students in percussion instruments from all over the world.

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

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

Students will record voice acting and foley (sound effects) for the script created by the Fall Term Radio Drama class.

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.

Discover the expressive power of charcoal in this dynamic, technique-driven class.

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.

Design the poster for PHAME’s Get PHAMEous event in this hands-on Graphic Design class!

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

The Rock Ensemble is an auditioned, rehearsal-based class where students learn to sing popular music from pop, rock, and jazz genres.

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

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!

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

Tell your story in this introductory film class. Students will learn the basics of planning, shooting, and editing documentary-style videos.

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.

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.

This class is for drummers who already know how to keep a steady beat and want to grow their skills in group playing.

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.

Join Write Around Portland for a free, hands-on weekly writing group open to all PHAME students.

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

Dabble in many arts and crafts in this sampler class!

Looking for a fun way to stay inspired and boost your creativity? In this class, we’ll use Julia Cameron’s book Walking in This World- the joyful sequel to The Artist’s Way -as our guide.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

In this every-other-week class, you'll work in a small group of 3 students to learn how to play on a piano keyboard, building practical skills and technique while learning music theory.

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!

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.