The Speakeasy is designed to use improv for positive change through fast-paced play and collaboration. Through teaching the deeper nature of improv, The Speakeasy aims to inspire Artists to stay actively engaged in their craft, grow as individuals, and contribute to the growth of their artistic community. We want our community to have a blast, grow as people, and feel comfortable doing exactly what our name says… speak easy! Instructor Tim Hearn’s approach to both the arts as well as the craft of teaching prioritizes the process of play over the final result. He implements the rules of improv as a philosophy for living and as an indispensable tool for performance.

The first course offered will be “The Fellowship,” Sundays or Mondays at 7:00pm, beginning March 7th and running for 10 weeks. With specific learning targets addressed through a focus on process over product, this course is suited to new students who have never before taken an improv class as well as to seasoned improvisers looking for a new take on familiar techniques.  Each week offers a distinct lesson designed to ensure students learn through group experience and active play. Classes will be in-person with enrollment limited to ten students, and all COVID precautions will be observed.  Location is TBD.

More information about Speakeasy Improv, the curriculum, and enrollment can be found at: https://themagnetictheatre.org/speakeasy-improv

For questions, please contact Artistic Director

Spend your afternoons creating in the bright and spacious studio at the Museum! Explore a range of artistic processes using artwork on view from the Museum’s Collection and special exhibitions for inspiration. Space is limited to small groups of up to eight students; face coverings and social distancing are required. Generous support for this program is provided by Walnut Cove Member Association. More info and register by March 1 at

 January 25 – March 22

A play from away! Explore improvisation, characterization, voice and speech, costume design, and more as you create an original virtual play! With an emphasis on creativity and personal expression, students will meet in weekly live online classes to develop, memorize, and film their role in the play. At the end of the semester, each actor’s part will be edited together to create a virtual performance!

Mondays from 5:30 – 6:15 PM EST
Grades: 3rd – 5th
Virtual Platform: Zoom
Instructor: Tania Battista
Tuition: $150*
REGISTRATION OPENS DEC. 10
10% off before Jan. 1

Lights… Camera… Acting! Explore the fundamentals of on-camera acting in a nine week course led by professional actor and producer Marlane Barnes. Best known for her work on Sons of Anarchy and Mad Men, Marlane will coach actors through scenes from real-world TV and film scripts. Learn on-camera tips and technique, scale your performances from stage to screen, explore your type, and hone your on-camera and self-tape skills. No experience required.

We are offering you and your friends the opportunity to join us and refresh your musical and associated skills.

We are asking everyone who joins us to contribute $50 to pay for expenses and help raise funds in order to resume auditions and rehearsals in September. Please send a check for $50 to Carolina Concert Choir, P.O. Box 962, Hendersonville, NC 28793 or use the PayPal link below.

Spring Agenda:

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March 1: Intro to Stephen Paulus’ “Prayers and Remembrances” for the 9/11 Concert**

with Dr. Michael Lancaster

March 8: “The Vocal Mechanism and How to Care for It”

with Dr. Neuenschwander, ENT

March 15: “Lyrics Methodology – Ken Burns Civil War Theme put to Psalm”

with Aloha Smith

March 22: “The World History of Music in 30 Minutes”

with Virginia Erwin

March 22: “The Sacred Harp and the American Shaped Note Tradition”

Alan Bowen

April 5: Intro to René Clausen’s “Memorial” for the 9/11 Concert**

Dr. Michael Lancaster

April 12: “Breathing and Vocal Stretching Exercises”

with Katie Cilluffo

April 19: “Creating Artistic Videos on your Smart Phone”

with Diane Dean, Pres. Henderson Arts League Member

April 26: “Your Instrument as Your Voice”

with the Hendersonville Symphony

May 3: “The Role of Your Arts Council in Promoting the Arts”

with Hannah Duncan, ED Arts Council

**It is very helpful to purchase the CDs to learn and read the lyrics for the “Prayers and Remembrances” concert classes.

CD for René Clausen – “Memorial” – Concordia Recordings

CD for Stephen Paulus – “Far in the Heavens” – True Concord Voices & Orchestra with Eric Holtan, Conductor

A good business plan will provide the platform to take your business to the next level and optimize your results.  A plan identifies the strategy, resources and actions needed to achieve improved success.

The seminar will cover the key result areas of a business such as:

• legal entity structure alternatives
• the critical importance of having a competitive edge
• how to effectively perform market analysis
• how to plan and manage cash flow
• how to more effectively manage your human resources and much more

The seminar will be conducted by business consultant Bob Papes and the legal structure perspective will be presented by Anderson Ellis, Attorney with Van Winkle Law. Through Bob’s extensive operational and financial corporate management experience, he has helped more than seventy businesses improve their results.  This is an exceptional opportunity to re-energize your business.  Also, Bob will give you information about the upcoming Chamber’s Business Plan Contest that you will want to consider entering.

Contracts: Why the Heck do I Need them for My Small Business?

This beginner-level seminar offers participants an opportunity to learn about small business contracts, why they are needed, and how to read them. Small business attorney, Kristy Cook of Mod Law Firm, brings her near decade experience in contract law and management to this session with the goal of teaching attendees to:

• Understand the basics of contract law and the legal basics of a contract;
• Understand the different types of contracts common to small businesses, including the difference between an independent contractor and an employee;
• Identify important elements of contracts and understand what they mean;
• Identify the roles, responsibilities, and opportunities contracting provides to build relationships, set expectations, and balance conflicting priorities;
• Identify when a contract is in breach and what to do about it; and
• Apply negotiation strategies to vendor agreements.