Adult Music & Movement
Music, Dance, Theater & Movement
for Adults
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NEW Acting Class
Scene Study for Adults
With Instructors Jess Ellis-Wilson and Garrett Olson
Fall Session 1, 2026 - 6 weeks
Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00pm, 2 hours each
Sept 23, 30, Oct 7, 21, 28, Nov 4 (no class October 14)
in the MAC's Patsy Francis Gallery (upstairs)
$195 for MAC members | $225 for nonmembers
Scene Study Class for Adults
The Marion Art Center is pleased to announce a new scene study and acting class for adults. If you have ever wondered what it takes to stand up on the stage—or if you are coming back to acting after some other roads traveled—then this is the class for you! Dive into acting in this exploratory class in a supportive environment with experienced instructors to guide you along the way.
In this 6-week class you will dissect classic texts or scenes from modern plays, dust off your funny bone with theater games, and explore the fundamentals of acting. Practice reading texts, character analysis, voice work and beyond.
Whether you want to prepare for an upcoming audition at the MAC or elsewhere—or do something new you've never tried before—all are welcome to this space where your creativity can flourish.
Garrett Olson (he/him) joined the MAC as our ArtStart Music and Movement teacher in 2025 and serves as our program director for our newest summer camp, All Things Theater. He has also taught several acting workshops for adults at the MAC.
Olson is a professional working actor, director, screenwriter, film maker, song writer, seasoned fight director/stunt coordinator, intimacy director/choreographer captain and safety/accessibility consultant for stage and screen. He is currently the Technical Director and Associate Artistic Director for the WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company, co-founder and one of the managing/creative producers for Danu Pictures, and is the former Technical Director/acting coach/accessibility consultant for the Boston Zombie Apocalypse. An accomplished teaching artist and combatant instructor, Garrett’s classes in public speaking, acting, staged violence, and improv are crafted for students of all levels and abilities. Classes include adaptive programs to accommodate all abilities creating a truly immersive and inclusive opportunity for learning and growth.
Jess Wilson (she/they) has extensive experience as an actor, tech, designer, producer, playwright, and director, and is the Artistic and Managing Director of the WatermelonAlligator Theatre Company. An experienced actor-combatant, Jess frequently works as an Intimacy Director, Fight Captain, and Safety Coordinator for stage and film. An adjunct professor in Performing Arts at Cape Cod Community College, Jess is an accomplished author, consultant, executive coach, teaching artist, and professional speaker who travels globally delivering talks on a wide range of theatre disciplines, healthcare, leadership, and humanitarian topics. Recent appearances include the Kennedy Center’s American College Theater Festival Region 1 Annual Conference (Basics of Inclusive Intimacy Practices, Trauma-Informed Spaces, and Improv Masterclass) and Tilden Arts Center’s Masterclass series (Yes, And…Now What? & So You Wanna Fight?).
Improv Workshop
Friday, October 2, 6:30-8:30pm
with Garrett Olson & Jess Wilson
in the MAC’s Anne Braitmayer Webb Theater
$40 for MAC Members, $50 for nonmembers
Adult Dance (18+)
Tap Fit with Instructor Tess Hedblom
Returning to the MAC this Fall!
MONDAY Evenings
Stay Tuned for More Details
Want to sign up but might need to skip a few dates? The new punch card allows you to attend when your schedule allows! Classes will run Monday evenings starting in December except for holidays, or other dates as determined by instructor(s). Students will receive punch cards from instructor on the first day of attendance.
Some tap shoes available for borrowing. You can also order affordable shoes here.
Ready to tap out of “adulting” for a bit and get a good workout? Join the MAC at our partner location at the Mattapoisett American Legion (3 Depot Street), for a lively, fun dance class led by instructor Teah Keogh! This 60-minute class is designed for adults who want to add a little more happiness and a little less seriousness to their week. Tap dance is a classic American theatrical style that blends percussive footwork with rhythmic precision. In this all-levels class, you'll develop rhythm, balance, and coordination while exploring your creativity and boosting both physical and mental wellness. Whether you're brand new to tap or dusting off old skills, this is your percussive playtime! This means EVERYONE is welcome; no prior dance experience necessary. Students may bring their own tap shoes or borrow a gently loved pair from the MAC (available on a first-come, first-served basis). Comfortable clothing recommended—no stress, just steps and smiles! Pre-registration is required. Drop-ins must be registered by 4:00pm the day of class.