Classes by Start Date

14 Jul 2026 - 11 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Tuesdays, 11-12:15 PM

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.

14 Jul 2026 - 11 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Tuesdays, 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

Learn the tools of filmmaking using PHAME iPads, including camera basics, sound, lighting, and simple editing techniques.

14 Jul 2026 - 11 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Tuesdays, 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

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.

14 Jul 2026 - 11 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Tuesdays, 2:15 PM-3:30 PM

Create art on an iPad in this hands-on digital art class using the popular drawing app Procreate, using tools like brushes, layers and effects.

15 Jul 2026 - 12 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Wednesdays, 11:00 AM-12:15 PM

Lift your voice in this group-singing class! Students will learn songs together while building skills in breath support, pitch matching, rhythm, and listening.

15 Jul 2026 - 12 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Wednesdays, 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

Explore the original sit-com! Commedia is a fun and energetic theatre style that blends improv and mask performance.

15 Jul 2026 - 12 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Wednesdays, 2:30 PM-3:45 PM

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

16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Thursdays, 10:45 AM-12:15 PM

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

16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

5-week class meets at various locations

Photo Safari will teach you how to take great photographs, and you’ll practice your skills on four fieldtrips to photo-ready locations around Portland.

16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

Meets weekly on Thursdays, 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

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

16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Thursdays, 12:45 PM-2:00 PM

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

16 Jul 2026 - 13 Aug 2026

5 Weeks of classes on Thursdays, 2:30 PM-3:45 PM

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.

Fri 24 Jul 2026

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)

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.

Fri 31 Jul 2026

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)

In this free workshop, learn how to make people laugh with some of PHAME’s funniest performers, the members of our comedy troupe, Almost PHAMEous.

Fri 7 Aug 2026

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM (2 hours)

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.

17 - 21 Aug 2026

1 week, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Spend the week exploring music, theatre, visual art, dance, and more! Camp is open to both new and longtime PHAME students, and has a chill summer camp vibe. Follow what sparks your interest, dive into the art you love, or try something you’ve never done before.