UX Schedule and Catalogue
WEEK OF April 8 - April 14
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, April 9
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
How New York City Works
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Aron
AGE: 18 and older.
Involves travel.
Jeff Aron, All Stars Project Board member and director of External Affairs for Fountain House, leads a series of outings to meet some of the people who run the institutions that keep NYC ticking. The course consists of an introductory session, three field trips and a final get-together to talk about all that the class has seen and learned.
Tuesday,
April 9
6:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Introduction
to Drawing
INSTRUCTOR: Graham Halky
Limited to 20 students.
Age: 14 and older
Do you have an idea or feeling you want to express visually? Artist Graham Halky believes everyone can draw. Whether you doodle or have a full portfolio, come play with pencil and paper and discover the magic of drawing.
Tuesday, April 9
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
How
Government Works: A Look at Federal, State and Local
Government
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Stewart
Have you wondered how our government works, or doesn't? What the job of a Senator, Assemblyman or Councilmember is? What does the term "partisan gridlock" mean? How do laws get written and how does public policy get determined? What is the difference between the Senate and the House of Representatives? Join Cathy Stewart, a seasoned grassroots political organizer, for a three-week look at the design of our government at the federal, state and city levels.
Saturday, April 13
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
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Public
Speaking
INSTRUCTOR: David Nackman
AGE: 14 and older
You must attend the first class to participate in other classes.
Public speaking is an important social and performance skill. Learn how to talk effectively in front of groups of people from David Nackman, creative director of Performance of a Lifetime and longtime Castillo Theatre actor and director.
Saturday, April 13
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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Acting
for Everyone
INSTRUCTOR: Madelyn Chapman and team
AGE: 14 and older
This course focuses on developing the students' powers of observation and imagination, two key elements of the art of acting. Students will work on scenes with professionally trained actors led by Madelyn Chapman, Castillo Theatre actress and director.
Sunday, April 14
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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WEEK OF April 15 -April 21
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, April 16
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
How New York City Works
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Aron
AGE: 18 and older.
Involves travel.
Jeff Aron, All Stars Project Board member and director of External Affairs for Fountain House, leads a series of outings to meet some of the people who run the institutions that keep NYC ticking. The course consists of an introductory session, three field trips and a final get-together to talk about all that the class has seen and learned.
Tuesday,
April 16
6:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Introduction
to Drawing
INSTRUCTOR: Graham Halky
Limited to 20 students.
Age: 14 and older
Do you have an idea or feeling you want to express visually? Artist Graham Halky believes everyone can draw. Whether you doodle or have a full portfolio, come play with pencil and paper and discover the magic of drawing.
Tuesday, April 16
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
How
Government Works: A Look at Federal, State and Local
Government
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Stewart
Have you wondered how our government works, or doesn't? What the job of a Senator, Assemblyman or Councilmember is? What does the term "partisan gridlock" mean? How do laws get written and how does public policy get determined? What is the difference between the Senate and the House of Representatives? Join Cathy Stewart, a seasoned grassroots political organizer, for a three-week look at the design of our government at the federal, state and city levels.
Saturday, April 20
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Public
Speaking
INSTRUCTOR: David Nackman
AGE: 14 and older
You must attend the first class to participate in other classes. Public speaking is an important social and performance skill. Learn how to talk effectively in front of groups of people from David Nackman, creative director of Performance of a Lifetime and longtime Castillo Theatre actor and director.
Saturday, April 20
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Acting
for Everyone
INSTRUCTOR: Madelyn Chapman and team
AGE: 14 and older
This course focuses on developing the students' powers of observation and imagination, two key elements of the art of acting. Students will work on scenes with professionally trained actors led by Madelyn Chapman, Castillo Theatre actress and director.
Sunday, April 21
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
WEEK OF April 22 - April 28
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, April 23
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
How New York City Works
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Aron
AGE: 18 and older.
Involves travel.
Jeff Aron, All Stars Project Board member and director of External Affairs for Fountain House, leads a series of outings to meet some of the people who run the institutions that keep NYC ticking. The course consists of an introductory session, three field trips and a final get-together to talk about all that the class has seen and learned
Tuesday,
April 23
6:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Introduction
to Drawing
INSTRUCTOR: Graham Halky
Limited to 20 students.
Age: 14 and older
Do you have an idea or feeling you want to express visually? Artist Graham Halky believes everyone can draw. Whether you doodle or have a full portfolio, come play with pencil and paper and discover the magic of drawing.
Tuesday, April 23
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
How
Government Works: A Look at Federal, State and Local
Government
INSTRUCTOR: Cathy Stewart
Have you wondered how our government works, or doesn't? What the job of a Senator, Assemblyman or Councilmember is? What does the term "partisan gridlock" mean? How do laws get written and how does public policy get determined? What is the difference between the Senate and the House of Representatives? Join Cathy Stewart, a seasoned grassroots political organizer, for a three-week look at the design of our government at the federal, state and city levels.
Saturday, April 27
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Acting
for Everyone
INSTRUCTOR: Madelyn Chapman and team
AGE: 14 and older
This course focuses on developing the students' powers of observation and imagination, two key elements of the art of acting. Students will work on scenes with professionally trained actors led by Madelyn Chapman, Castillo Theatre actress and director.
Sunday, April 28
3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
WEEK OF April 29 - May 5
How New York City Works
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Aron
AGE: 18 and older.
Involves travel.
Jeff Aron, All Stars Project Board member and director of External Affairs for Fountain House, leads a series of outings to meet some of the people who run the institutions that keep NYC ticking. The course consists of an introductory session, three field trips and a final get-together to talk about all that the class has seen and learned.
Tuesday,
April 30
6:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Introduction
to Drawing
INSTRUCTOR: Graham Halky
Limited to 20 students.
Age: 14 and older
Do you have an idea or feeling you want to express visually? Artist Graham Halky believes everyone can draw. Whether you doodle or have a full portfolio, come play with pencil and paper and discover the magic of drawing.
Tuesday, April 30
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hip-Hop
Performance Coaching
INSTRUCTORS: Antoine Joyce, Chris
McClellen, Lenny Moore
This is a workshop for hip-hop performers - rappers, dancers and singers - who want to improve their technique, stage presence, and performance skills from a team of experienced hip-hop artists. Come with your CDs or tapes and be prepared to perform.
Saturday, May 4
12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Singing
Songs From Broadway!
INSTRUCTORS: Cathy Salit and Michael
Walsh
Join musical improviser Cathy Salit, from the Castillo Theatre's Proverbial Loons, and AUDELCO Award Winning musical director Michael Walsh in a fun and relaxed workshop where we'll listen to Broadway show tunes, create a musical chorus and collectively sing our hearts out.
Saturday, May 4
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
WEEK OF May 6 - May 12
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, May 7
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
How New York City Works
INSTRUCTOR:
Jeff Aron
AGE: 18 and older.
Involves travel.
Jeff Aron, All Stars Project Board member and director of External Affairs for Fountain House, leads a series of outings to meet some of the people who run the institutions that keep NYC ticking. The course consists of an introductory session, three field trips and a final get-together to talk about all that the class has seen and learned.
Tuesday,
May 7
6:30 p.m.
- 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Pens
of Power
INSTRUCTOR: Kel Spencer, the Warrior
Poet
In this workshop, All Stars Talent Show alum Kel Spencer, who has written lyrics for Will Smith, Q-Tip, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mary J. Blige, among others, uses his experience and creativity to help everyone express themselves in words, no matter what the form - raps, poems, stories, you name it.
Tuesday, May 7
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
WEEK OF May 13 - May 19
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, May 14
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Pens
of Power
INSTRUCTOR: Kel Spencer, the Warrior
Poet
In this workshop, All Stars Talent Show alum Kel Spencer, who has written lyrics for Will Smith, Q-Tip, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mary J. Blige, among others, uses his experience and creativity to help everyone express themselves in words, no matter what the form - raps, poems, stories, you name it.
Tuesday, May 14
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Come Hang Out with the Dean
This monthly event is a chance to hang out informally with Dean Fulani and other UX students to talk about whatever's on your mind.
Tuesday, May 14
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Click here to register.
Performing
and Developing Beyond Diabetes
INSTRUCTORS: Lenora Fulani, Ph.D. and
Susan Massad, M.D.
This monthly community-health action group is open not only to those with diabetes, but any and all concerned with the health of our communities. It can take the form of a class, a field trip or collective research into the food and health conditions in our neighborhoods.
Saturday, May 18
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
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WEEK OF May 19 - May 26
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesday, May 21
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Pens
of Power
INSTRUCTOR: Kel Spencer, the Warrior
Poet
In this workshop, All Stars Talent Show alum Kel Spencer, who has written lyrics for Will Smith, Q-Tip, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Mary J. Blige, among others, uses his experience and creativity to help everyone express themselves in words, no matter what the form - raps, poems, stories, you name it.
Tuesday, May 21
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
Performance
of a Grassroots Organizer
INSTRUCTOR: Dean Lenora B. Fulani, Ph.D.
Each week, Dean Fulani briefs UX students and the All Stars community about what she's been working on that week - in education policy, grassroots organizing, criminal justice, community building - and much more.
Tuesdays, May 28, June 11, June 18, June 25
6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Click here to register.
All classes held at the All Stars Project national headquarters, 543 W. 42nd Street, between 10th and 11th Avenues unless otherwise instructed. Pre-registration is not required, unless otherwise specified. Contact Brenda Ratliff at bratliff@allstars.org
UX is an initiative of the All Stars Project, Inc.
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