Performance Art + Cultural Experiences

Ms. Sue has been inspiring creativity in kids and adults since 2007. Situated on a 1.5 acre hill country setting, Ms. Sue’s is the perfect place to paint, think and create. Ms. Sue offers weekly classes for kids of all ages and workshops and special events for everyone! If you have always wanted to learn to draw or paint, come check us out! Ms. Sue has brought many unskilled artists to the professional level! She is also known for helping kids develop confidence in their own abilities to create and solve problems. Ms. Sue’s philosophy is to teach people how to think outside the box and resolve problems creatively. We need creative doctors, business people, engineers, scientists, teachers and builders! Classes run from September til June. Summer art camps for kids begin in June. Come try out a class or a camp at Ms. Sues!

Music school for young children. Music masters is an integrated piano class for children 2 – 8 years old. We integrate learning to read music notes and play the piano/keyboatd with singing, percussion instruments and creative movement to classical music.

New Works SA is a San Antonio-based theatre education non-profit dedicated to providing accessible theatre education through our educational scholarships & performance opportunities for students interested in the arts. We hope to give people the opportunity to learn about theatre regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. We have recently taken the leap from summer classes into semester classes- would your student be interested? Take a look at our semester!

Our Spring Classes:

Unleash your creativity and discover the art of acting in our captivating “Intro to Acting” course. Led by our team of theatre professionals, this class offers a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental techniques and principles of acting, providing a solid foundation for aspiring performers. Classes start February 19th and will be every Monday from 5:00pm to 6:15pm.

For those with a passion for song and stage, our “Intro to Musical Theatre” course is your ticket to the world of Broadway melodies and storytelling through music. Dive into the magical realm of musicals and hone your performance skills under the guidance of our talented teachers. Classes start February 19th and will be every Thursday from 5:00pm to 6:15pm.

Moreover, be part of something extraordinary with our innovative “Building with Basics” class. Here, students embark on an exhilarating journey to create their own play while delving into the essential aspects of theatre – from technical intricacies to the art of playwriting, acting, and production. Immerse yourself in a hands-on experience where imagination knows no bounds and creativity takes center stage. Classes start February 19th and will be every Friday from 5:00pm to 6:15pm.

Our Musical:
The Musical this semester will be Heathers the Musical: Teen Edition. This musical will be 13+ only- read the class description before signing up. Musical rehearsals will start on March 2nd and will be every Saturday from 5pm to 7pm. Show dates will be May 31st, June 1st and 2nd. Come join us as we put together a full scale 2-hour musical with your students!

At Playful Hearts, we are proud to offer the early childhood music program Music Together®. Music Together® classes are research-based music classes that are designed to be non-formal and non-performance oriented, so your child can learn at his or her own pace, in a way that’s developmentally appropriate. We offer 45 minute mixed-age classes for children birth – 5 years old and the grownups who love them.®

Founded in 1918 by cartoonist and adventurer Robert Ripley. Dubbed by many “The Modern Marco Polo”, Ripley became America’s most popular celebrity of his time. The collection of odd, unique and incredible artifacts, art, photographs, and stories of the 200+ countries he visited are the foundation of today’s Ripley’s Believe It or Not! brand.

We’re NOT your ordinary music school. With our proprietary Arpeggio® music lesson system – backed by learning science –  our trained and supervised teachers, our gorgeous facilities, and our top rate technology, your child will be learning music quickly and ease all while having great fun. You’ll get to enjoy our spacious comfortable facilities as you wait, in an historic, landmark building in midtown San Antonio.

If you are looking for the best with your child’s musical education, give us a call to experience the Sage Music® difference for yourself.

The Saint Mary’s Hall Dance Program is a unique home for students who are interested in the study of dance. At SMH, students have the ability to participate in a variety of dance forms from ballet to hip-hop. Each dance student is nurtured by expert faculty to perform at their maximum potential in their school environment where they have the opportunity to regularly perform for their teachers, fellow students, and family members.

Dance at Saint Mary’s Hall provides students with the opportunity to foster their love of dance; participate in creative expression through movement; develop the kinesthetic skills of strength, endurance and grace; cultivate pride and confidence in themselves; progress in their discipline of practice; and become part of a unique community of dance artists.

Saint Mary’s Hall Dance has a long tradition of excellence and strives to develop an appreciation of dance in each and every student. Some of our dancers go onto participate in dance while in college and beyond, but all our dancers hold within their hearts a deep love for perfecting their craft with their fellow dance artists, guest artists, and teachers during their time at Saint Mary’s Hall.

Home for the San Antonio Art League & Museum (SAALM) is a venerable building in the heart of the King William Historic District.    Built in 1896,  this  intimate house-turned-museum and gallery now houses over 600 works in its permanent collection, which focuses on Texas artists.  Works in all media – including paintings, drawings, prints and photographs, ceramics and sculpture – are available for public viewing.  Revolving contemporary exhibits highlight both local and regional artists, and represent the unique work of diverse Texas talent.

Notable Texan artists such as Robert and Julian Onderdonk, José Arpa, Emma Richardson Cherry, E. G. Eisenlohr, Martha Mood, Charles Umlauf, and Amy Freeman Lee are represented in the league’s diverse and highly respected collection.

The San Antonio Fire Museum is, as many visitors say, one of San Antonio’s hidden gems. What began as a dream of five firefighters assigned together at old #19’s station in 1997, has become one of the most notable Fire Museums in the country. Today, the Museum is located at San Antonio’s original Central Fire Headquarters at 801 E. Houston Street next door to the world famous Alamo.

At the San Antonio Fie Museum, visitors will see antique fire trucks and fire-fighting equipment, artifacts dating back to the mid-1800s and beautifully archived documents and photos. A 1953 International fire truck, built by the Simms Fire Equipment Company, is available for kids to climb on and dress up in authentic replicas of firefighters’ turnout gear!

The San Antonio Museum of Art is housed in a historic brewery along the banks of the Museum Reach of the Riverwalk. The Museum offers important permanent collections of Egyptian, Greek and Roman antiquities, Asian art, Latin American art, contemporary art and American paintings. Bexar County residents enjoy free general admission every Tuesday from 4–9 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

In 2015, musicians Basel & Briana decided to open up their own private music school to share their knowledge with students in San Antonio.

We believe students should be inspired and given the opportunity to perform in a professional setting. Our students range from beginners to those pursuing degrees in music.

We have consistent 5 Star Reviews ☆☆☆☆☆ on Google!

All levels for Violin/Viola/Cello/Voice are welcome (5yrs old and up)!

Teaching Styles are tailored to each student whether beginner or advanced.

We offer: Suzuki, Contemporary music, Orchestra Preparation, All State/Region Auditions, Fiddle Lessons, Sight Reading Skills, Scales and Technique.

Conveniently located near 410/Blanco

We offer 2 recitals per year (Spring & Fall) for each student to perform a solo.

Call today for a FREE 30 minute trial lesson!

We bring tomorrow’s musicians to life- today! Students learn music fundamentals and how to play the instrument of their choice (guitar, drums, singing, bass guitar or piano) from one of our dedicated, professional instructors— they also learn how to apply it all to the real world experience of playing in a band, complete with live concerts in a professional venue! Call School of Rock at 210-314-7671 today to schedule your tour of the school and take a FREE trial lesson while you’re at it!

At the Spare Parts Center for Creative Reuse you will find a vast assortment of pre-loved craft supplies, teacher supplies, gifts, jewelry, home decor, and much more at prices up to 90% off of retail.  We are located at 13491 Wetmore Rd., San Antonio, Texas 78247. As a nonprofit organization, Spare Parts’ mission is to advance reuse and sustainability through creativity and the arts. We are always looking for volunteers to help sort donations received and assist with other projects. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for the latest deals and specials. Visit our website to learn more about donating new and used creative supplies and materials. Hours of operation: Fridays & Saturdays from 9am-6pm, and Sundays from 10am-2pm.

Spare Parts’ purpose is unprecedented in San Antonio. It is the leader in reuse education through the arts. Spare Parts founded the MINI ART MUSEUM in 2013 to bring the fine arts museum experience to schools and the community, world wide.

In 2020, Spare Parts began working towards opening a physical Creative Reuse Center in San Antonio.  While our physical store is not yet open to the public, we are able to offer online sales with Curb Side Pick Up from our new location. Limited Delivery to locations inside of Loop 1604 is available for purchases of $50+.  Click on “Shop Now!” to see what we offer, listings are updated weekly!

Material donations are accepted BY APPOINTMENT ONLY and can be arranged by e-mailing [email protected].

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The concept behind Friends of Spare Parts dba Spare Parts was developed in 2010 by Founder and Executive Director, Mary Elizabeth Cantú, as a response to the lack of arts funds and resources in PreK-12 classrooms.

In 2018 Spare Parts became a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization through the Friends of Spare Parts.  Spare Parts believes partnership and programs centered on creative reuse practice builds smart, lasting and win/win initiatives. Professional Development Program (RE-Edu), Creative Reuse Education Program (RE-Mix), Spare Parts Exhibitions/Long-term projects (RE-Create) are a few of the creative reuse focused programs and resources offered regularly.  As a result, Spare Parts is creating a pathways to reducing landfill tonnage.

Spare Parts inspires and supports the growing San Antonio creative community and our classrooms through environmental accountability. Sustainability, affordability and accessibility to the arts through reuse education is paramount.

The Texas Transportation Museum is open! Please come by to walk though our many exhibits and take a train ride!

BCSTX accepts students who are willing to apply themselves diligently to the discipline required to become proficient in Contemporary American Ballet. BCSTX offers tuition scholarships to students in need of financial assistance.