Classes – Mauldin Cultural Center

All of our classes are taught by community artists and are offered at competitive prices. We offer private lessons, classes and workshops. Our list of current classes and upcoming showcases are listed below.

Be sure to check back here often as classes and events are continuously added. If you are interested in teaching a class, contact us and we’ll help you get your class off the ground!

For more information on any class listed below, be sure to check the description first for instructor contact information, as they handle all class details including scheduling, pricing, and supply lists.

The Cultural Center team DOES NOT handle registration for classes outside of theatre.

Acting Community: Adult Acting Class (Two, 6-week Sessions available)

Ages 18+ | $25 per 6-week session

Every Thursday at 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Jan. 18th, 2024 – Feb. 22, 2024 [REGISTRATION CLOSED] Every Wednesday at 10:30am – 11:30am | Feb. 28th, 2024 – April 10th, 2024 *excludes Spring Break

Instructor: Mia Phillips

In each 6-week session, class members will have the opportunity to explore acting and performance skills. This is a great class for those who are looking to discover new ways of self-expression through their bodies, mind, and voices! All ages are welcome as we focus on improvisation in these first two week sessions. Improvisation is often referred to as “Yes, and…” As actors become comfortable with improvisation, they find it helps in so many aspects of life; learning to pivot easily in certain situations, talking with friends or family who have dementia or other memory issues, and dealing with their own stress as they find an oftentimes, humorous release.

Leading Player: Spring Session (12-week Session)

Ages 12- 17 | $175 per student

Every Wednesday at 4:30pm – 6:00pm | Jan. 31st, 2024 – April 24, 2024 *excludes Spring Break

Instructor: Mia Phillips

This 12-week class is an extension of our Leading Player Summer Camp. In this class, students will hone theatrical tools that will help them wherever their acting skills take them! Students build confidence and have the opportunity to start developing their “actor’s notebook” through improvisation, monologue and scene work, and working together as an ensemble. Students will work together to create a final performance to showcase some of their favorite moments from class.

Voice Lessons

Wednesdays (other weekdays may be available upon request)
By Appointment (10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.)
Costs Vary | Register Here

Karen Schnurr teaches one-on-one voice lessons to students of all levels, ages, and styles. Lessons will help the student grow vocally and in confidence by understanding their instrument and learning a solid technique that works for all styles.
She creates an encouraging and positive environment for her singers to help them gain the confidence and knowledge they need to pursue their musical goals!
Students will be asked to bring in the rep of their choice while Karen can also help her singers discover songs that will help solidify their technique.
In addition to ongoing voice lessons, Karen can also help with audition prep, role development, college entrance prep, and more.

Soap Carving Class

First Saturdays of each month
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
$5 | Call 864.716.0046 to Register

The Piedmont Wood Carvers Club is offering Soap Carving Classes for ages 5 years and up (must be accompanied by a parent or guardian). The class will be 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month at the Mauldin Cultural Center. The cost is $5 for supplies.

Interested students must pre-register and pay. To sign up, contact Gay Greer at (864) 716-0046.

Details | Gay Greer | p. 864.716.0046

Mauldin City Singers Community Choir

Thursdays (Starting September 7, 2023)
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
$25/year | REGISTRATION FULL Please contact Pam Mayfield to be added to the waiting list.

Pam Mayfield, retired choral music teacher from Mauldin High School, leads a community choir open to everyone age 16 and up. All genres of music will be explored through this group, including classics, sacred, gospel, folk, pop, showtunes, and more. Mauldin City Singers will perform two concerts each year, one at Christmas and one in the spring. Pam invites anyone interested to sign up!

Pam Mayfield | [email protected]
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Multi-Media Arts

August – December
Days and hours vary
Schedule | Register

Looking to try your hand at graphite, ink, acrylic, oils, pastel, or watercolor? Join one of The Art Haven’s classes. They offer classes for children (grades 1-5), teens and adults that can be customized to fit your schedule. Each class will focus on a different medium and technique based on various styles of art. The class sizes are small, with interactive instruction that provides individual attention to each student. Whether you are a novice or an advanced artist, The Art Haven will create an environment in which you can grow in your creativity and artistic pursuits. The Art Haven is a family-owned business providing experienced art classes for the Greater Greenville community since 1996. Owners Susan Wilson and daughter Michelle Hyer have a wealth of expertise and a true passion for the arts.

Details | Susan Wilson | [email protected] | p. 864.395.6946

Pottery

August – December
Days and hours vary
Schedule | Register

Get creative with The Art Haven’s pottery lessons. They offer classes for children (grades 1-5), teens and adults that can be customized to fit your schedule. The class sizes are small, with interactive instruction that provides individual attention to each student. Whether you are a novice or an advanced artist, The Art Haven will create an environment in which you can grow in your creativity and artistic pursuits. The Art Haven is a family-owned business providing experienced art classes for the Greater Greenville community since 1996. Owners Susan Wilson and daughter Michelle Hyer have a wealth of expertise and a true passion for the arts.

Details | Michelle Hyer | [email protected] | p. 864.395.6946

Guitar Lessons

Year-round, hours vary
Register

Taught by Brandon Dyke, the Mauldin Cultural Center hosts a wide range of classes, including guitar ensemble, rock improvising, and music theory. You can also bring a friend or family member and take paired guitar lessons, which continue to offer more individualized attention than a larger class would, but can add extra fun and motivation as you learn along with someone else. Brandon offers both group and private lessons.

Details | Brandon Dyke | [email protected] | p. 864.915.0724

Wood Carving

Weekly carve-in | Wednesdays, year-round | 2:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Monthly Members Business Meeting | 3rd Saturday
Details

The Piedmont Wood Carvers Club hosts a carve-in every Wednesday evening, 2 – 8 p.m. This unstructured carving session does not require a membership. They also host a monthly Members Business Meeting on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Throughout the year, they host workshops and special classes ranging from intaglio relief to pyrography. Stay tuned to their schedule for upcoming workshops.

Details | Charlie Arnold | [email protected]
Gay Greer | [email protected] | p.864.716.0046