Explore your artistic side!

Penn State Altoona is pleased to present opportunities for community members to explore the arts. Courses are available in various types of dance, theatre, and visual arts.

Payment is required on or before the first day of class. Please submit payment to the Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts box office at Penn State Altoona, 3000 Ivyside Park, Altoona, PA 16601. For questions, please call 814-949-5452 or email Kylea Myers at [email protected].

Course Descriptions

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Take a free and open modern dance class with Allied Motion Dance Company for adult community dancers. This is a monthly opportunity to explore modern dance with low pressure and much pleasure, exploring floor work, technique, and development of artistry. Participants must be 18 or older.

Course Details

  • Cost: Free
  • Dates: Sundays, August 24, September 28, October 26, November 23
  • Time: 1:00–2:15 p.m.
  • Locations: Penn State Altoona, Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts Dance Studio and Wolf Kuhn Theatre

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The beginner adult rhythm tap class is perfect for those new to tap. It offers a comprehensive introduction to basic steps, rhythmic progressions, and dynamic combinations. No prior experience is required—just bring your enthusiasm and tap shoes! Registration is available online.

Course Details

  • Cost: $50 for six one-hour classes
  • Dates: Fridays, October 10, 17, 24, November 7, 21, 28
  • Time: 7:00–8:00 p.m.
  • Location: Penn State Altoona, Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts, Dance Studio, room 148, and Wolf Kuhn Theatre.

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Designed for all levels and abilities, this ballet class provides instruction on barre exercises, alignment, flexibility, strength, and coordination as well as the fundamentals of turns, leaps, and dynamic traveling movements. Dancers are encouraged to wear athletic or dance attire and ballet shoes. Participants must be 18 or older. Registration is available online.

Course Details

  • Cost: $50 for six one-hour classes
  • Dates: Sundays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 23
  • Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
  • Location: Penn State Altoona, Misciagna Family Center for Performing Arts, Dance Studio, room 148, and Wolf Kuhn Theatre.