New Classes at Mackenzie Hall - Winter Spring 2010

Registration for these classes begins on December 7, 2009

Mackenzie Hall offers an innovative series of classes and workshops that focus on personal skills and cultural development.  We offer a wide range of programs, from Yoga and Creative Writing to Fine Arts instruction and even Chocolate Making - and there's always something new each session!

Pick up a copy of the City of Windsor's Activity Guide at any Community Centre, or come to Mackenzie Hall and browse our brochure packages.

We accept cash, cheque, money order, Visa, Mastercard and Interac payments.  Please make cheques payable to "City of Windsor".  Non-Resident Fees may apply.  Learn more about Parks & Recreation fees and discounts.

Register online at www.reconnectwindsor.ca
Phone 519-255-7600 to register with Visa or Mastercard.

For more information please phone 519-255-7600.

Dance Classes

Get ready to have fun with your feet! Beginner dance classes will have you moving to the rhythm! Taught by award-winning instructor Elena Semenov.

International Ballroom Dancing
Modern Waltz, Tango, Blues, Foxtrot, Viennese Waltz and more! The program begins with basic partnering and single steps, and advances to more difficult steps and variations. Great fun and great exercise! A partner is helpful but not mandatory.
Dates:
Session 1: January 26 - March 23, (no class Feb 9), (80412)
Session 2: March 30 - May 18, (80413)
Time: Tuesdays
Session 1: 6:30pm - 8:00pm,
Session 2: 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Fee: $64/ 8 weeks

International Latin Dancing
Rumba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Samba, Swing/Jive and more! The course provides the foundation dance components, base timing/rhythm, key foot patterns and essential leading and following techniques. A partner is helpful but not mandatory.
Dates:
Session 1: January 26 - March 23, (no class Feb 9), (80414)
Session 2: March 30 - May 18, (80415)
Time: Tuesdays
Session 1: 8:00pm - 9:30pm
Session 2: 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $64/ 8 weeks

Introduction to Tarot

Radio psychic James Mays teaches these exciting new tarot classes!  Bring your own tarot deck(s). Rider-Waite deck recommended. Refreshments provided.

Getting Down With Your Psychic Self!
Get comfortable with your clairvoyant side as you learn to interpret and communicate what you see in the cards. Learn three basic spreads, and the fascinating history behind them.
Dates:
Session 1: January 14, (80410),
Session 2: April 15, (81345)
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night ($3 material fee included)

Heightening Your Psychic Ability
Prime your psychic intuition with this fun and spiritual tarot class that will help you in your own mystic interpretations!
Dates:
Session 1: January 21, (80409)
Session 2: April 22, (81346)
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night ($3 material fee included)

Expressing Your Psychic Creativity
Now that you trust your intuition, it's time to channel your creativity. In this class, you'll create your own tarot deck, and give each other readings!
Dates:
Session 1: January 28, (80411)
Session 2: April 29, (81347)
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night ($3 material fee included)

Mackenzie Hall Sampler Series

Mackenzie Hall has offered original and innovative classes and programs for many years. It’s becoming a smorgasbord! Here’s your chance to sample an even wider range of classes that are sure to interest even the most discerning of tastes!

How to Play Poker  (81286)
Learn the quick ins and outs of the famous card game!  This class focus on the "Texas Hold Em" style of poker, and is designed for beginners.  We bet you'll learn a lot!
Date: February 11 
Time: Thursday, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night

Simple Black Dress - The Demo  (81287)
Watch as the iconic simple black dress is made before your eyes, so you can make your own!
Date: February 18
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night

Simple Black Dress - The Workshop  (81288)
Make that dark dress with us and our experienced instructor, Patricia Fell.  Bring your own sewing machine, a good pair of scissors and your material. If you have a pattern picked out, you can bring that too, but patterns will also be available.
Date: February 20
Time: Saturday, 10:00am - 5:00pm
Fee: $49/ 1 day (includes $10.00 material fee)

Strange Sounds: Minimalism & Classical Music  (81289)
A listening adventure, guided by your host, Trevor Malcolm, into the most popular experimental music style of the 20th century. 
Date: February 27
Time: Saturday, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 day

Introduction to Theatre Lighting  (81290)
For anyone involved in theatre! Learn how to disassemble and clean a lighting fixture, how it works, how to focus it and how to do a simple lighting plot.  This class is a demo.
Date: March 4
Time: Thursday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night

Mosaic Ceramic Tile  (81291)
Create an exterior end table top approximately 1 foot square. All materials included. Bring safety glasses and a fine point sharpie permanent marker.
Date: March 11
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $25/ 1 night ($5.00 material fee included)

The Art of Drag: History & Culture  (81292)
Learn more about the art form that gives you the freedom to become anyone you want. History and local reference guide provided. Refreshments are also included.
Date: March 25
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night 

Sauces By Sergio  (81295)
Learn to create from scratch, traditional, classic sauces and dressings such as Caesar, Hollandaise and Béarnaise. This class is a demo (generous tasting).
Date: April 1
Time: Thursday, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night

Gourmet Vegan Cooking  (81296)
A gourmet dinner menu will unfold while you watch and taste! Instructor's award-winning cookbook included.
This class is a demo
(generous tasting).
Date: May 6
Times: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night
 

Drawing for the Absolute Beginner  (81297)
If you've been interested in drawing and but nervous to try it this class is for you.  Judy Chappus will help you get that pencil moving until you can see the big picture.
Date: May 27
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 night

An Introduction to Yoga & Meditation  (81298)
For the absolute beginner who always wanted to try yoga and meditation, but never found the time!
Date: May 30
Time: Sunday, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fee: $12/ 1 day

Improvisation  (81357)
It doesn't matter whether you're an actor, or just want to have fun - join the legendary Michelle Mainwaring in this beginner class on harnessing hilarity.
Date: May 6
Time: Thursday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $20/ 1 day

Wellness Classes

Yoga & Meditation classes with Sandie Collins, and Tai Chi classes with Susan Brooks are designed to gently improve your health and well-being through these ancient traditions.

Beginner Tai Chi
Gentle movements help you achieve calm and balance while rejuvenating your mind, body and spirit.
Dates:
Session 1: January 12 - March 16, (80432)
Session 2: March 23 - May 25, (80433)
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $59/ 10 weeks

Sunday Yoga
Tune into your body and discover the magic of yoga. Register today and remind your body how to fully relax.
Dates:
Session 1: January 10 - 31 (4 weeks), (79329)
Session 2: February 21 - March 14 (4 weeks), (79333)
Session 3: March 28 - May 9 (6 weeks), (81274)
Session 4: May 16 - June 27 (6 weeks), (81275)
Time: Sundays, 10:00am - 11:30am
Fee: $24/ 4 weeks, $35/ 6 weeks

Wednesday Yoga for You
Each class focuses on improving your breath and spine mobility. This approach to yoga promotes relaxation while enhancing vital energy for any age, physical condition or level of fitness.
Dates:
Session 1: January 20 - March 10 (8 weeks), (79332)
Session 2: March 31 - May 19 (8 weeks), (79331)
Session 3: May 26 - June 30 (6 weeks), (79330)
Time: Wednesdays, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $55/ 8 weeks, $41/ 6 weeks

Yoga Nidra: Restorative Meditation
Known as "Sleep of the Yogi", this restorative meditation explores deep relaxation and aims at total physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. This class is for anyone looking to experience an awakening in the body and mind, while learning to live moment to moment. As taught by Bhajan. Bring a mat, small pillow, blanket, pen and journal.
Dates:
Session 1: January 20 - March 10 (8 weeks), (80914)
Session 2: March 31- May 19 (8 weeks), (80915)
Session 3: May 26 - June 30 (6 weeks), (80916)
Time: Wednesdays, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Fee: $33/ 8 weeks, $24/ 6 weeks

Kundalini Yoga & Expressive Art  (80408)
Join Sandie Collins in this special style of rejuvenating yoga designed to help release fear and anxiety, realize your potential and watch your creativity flow onto paper. 
Bring your own journal.
Dates: February 2 - March 9
Time: Tuesdays, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Fee: $47/ 6 weeks

Creative Arts Classes

These classes are designed for you to discover your artistic side -- the one you always knew was there!

Creative Writing for the Beginner  (80419)
Inspiring for writers of all genres. Develop your voice with Robert Earl Stewart in this weekly writer's workshop.
Date: February 3 - March 24
Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $95/ 8 weeks

Creative Writing Continues  (81284)
Continue your writing and fine-tune your skills in this ongoing workshop as you prepare for publication.
Prerequisite: Creative Writing for the Beginner.
Date: March 31 - June 2
Time: Wednesdays, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Fee: $110/ 10 weeks

Digital Photography 101
A class for the absolute beginner in digital photography. Local photographer Reg Tucker shows you the fundamentals: composition, lighting, landscape and portraiture.  A USB Drive/Flash Drive is needed to transport your photos.
Dates:
Session 1: January 20 - February 3, (80417)
Session 2: March 24 - April 7, (80418)
Time:   Wednesdays, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Fee:  $40/ 3 weeks

Guitar- Tuning In!  (80416)
Accomplished musician and composer Trevor Malcolm leads you through the fundamentals: tuning, scales, and how to read a simple tune!
Guitar inspection: March 23, between 6:30pm and 8:00pm.
Dates: March 27 - May 15
Time: Saturdays, 10:30am - 11:30am
Fee: $102 /8 weeks  

Life Drawing in Dry Media  (80405)
Using pencil, charcoal, and conté, participants will explore techniques for rendering the figure. A nude model will be present for each class. Paper is provided and a material list is available. Taught by Judy Chappus. For ages 18 and older. No pre-requisite needed!
Dates: February 10th - March 17th
Time: Wednesdays, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Fee: $179/ 6 weeks

Adventures In Drawing  (80406)
Join us for an experimental drawing class in an inviting and playful atmosphere. Discover new and exciting techniques! Learn incredible things you didn't know about drawing while perfecting your skills. There's no better way to learn to draw than to just try it! For ages 18 & up. Nude model present in each class. Paper included. Materials list available.
Dates: February 11 - March 18
Time: Thursdays, 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Fee: $179/ 6 weeks 

March Break Youth Camp
Join Purple Theatre for this very special youth program!

Knight School for Girls & Boys  (81273)
This creative play program recreates page-squire-knight style training with experiences and discussions on modern chivalry, basic self-defence, basic first aid, shield making, heraldry, medieval manners, questing and more. There will also be a mock feast and performance at 4pm on Friday.  Wear comfortable clothing, and bring a lunch. Recommended for ages 7 - 16.
Date: March 16 - 19
Time: Tuesday - Friday, 10:00am -5:00pm
Fee: $129/ 4 days

Arts Express Trips

Don’t miss out on these exciting excursions!

Mackenzie Hall & Allison's Travel Presents
Toronto Overnight Mamma Mia & The Wedding Singer!
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL $10 OFF WHEN YOU REGISTER BEFORE MARCH 23!
Included on this trip:
Tickets to 2 musicals: The Wedding Singer at Stage West on Saturday Night, Mamma Mia on Sunday afternoon at the The Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto.
Meals and accomodations:  Admission and lunch at The Wings of Paradise Butterfly Conservatory, one breakfast and a bountiful buffet dinner at Stage West, one Special Order Plated dinner at the Elmhurst Inn in Ingersol, a luxury motorcoach to get you there, and Mackenzie Hall tour guide.  Mamma Mia- what a trip!
Phone 519-255-7600 for more details.
Date: May 1 & 2, 2010
Time: Depart Saturday 8:00am, back on Sunday 9:30pm
Fee:
$465.00/ per person: Triple Occupancy
$465.00/ per person: Double Occupancy
$527.00 / per person: Single Occupancy
Cancellation Insurance available through Allison's Travel
Registration Deadline: March 26th, 2010

Michigan Opera Theatre
Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart  (80437)
Seduction, manipulation, betrayal, amorality, arrogance, bullying; it's all in a day's work for Don Giovanni, and to heck with the consequences! The operas of Mozart, and especially this one, achieve greatness through great tunes (ones that you can whistle!) and an infectious rhythmic energy throughout. Sorry, no refunds.
Date: April 18
Time: Sunday, 12:45pm - 6:00pm (2:30pm performance)
Fee: $96/ 1 day

Michigan Opera Theatre
Tosca by Giacomo Puccini  (80438)
A tale of love, lust, deceit and murder; considered Puccini's dramatic and beloved masterpiece.  Sorry, no refunds.
Date: May 23
Time: Sunday, 12:45pm - 6:00pm (2:30pm performance)
Fee: $96/ 1 day

Theatre at Mackenzie Hall

Breathe Art Theatre Project
Award winning contemporary plays for adults!

Breathe Art Theatre Project is located in Detroit, MI and Windsor, ON, making it one of the few professional cross-border arts companies in North America. They produce contemporary works based on the principles of ensemble collaboration that showcases the works of some of the finest theatre artists from Detroit and Windsor.

Formed in 2004 by a collective of actors, directors and designers, Breathe Art Theatre Project is cultivating a history of producing challenging and socially related theatre with an intimate relationship between the audience and the actors. The stories are extraordinary and razor-sharp, and explore the humour and pain of modern life. May contain mature themes.

Tickets:  $20 General, $15 Senior/Student

Visit www.breathearttheatre.com for more information or to reserve tickets online. Reserve by phone at 519-255-7600.
 

Mr. Marmalade
Written by Noah Haidle
Friday & Saturday March 5 & 6 at 8:00pm

Four-year-old Lucy’s imaginary friend Mr. Marmalade doesn't have enough time for her. He has a personal assistant to beat up, an addiction to nurse, and a plethora of smut to peruse. Larry, Lucy’s only real friend, has problems of his own, owning the youngest suicide attempt in the history of New Jersey. “Alternately hilarious and heartbreaking,” says The New Yorker of Michigan playwright Haidle’s script. Mr. Marmalade is a savage black comedy about what it takes to grow up in a society rampant with excess information.

Love Bombing After The Earthquake
Written and Directed by Demetri Vacratsis
Friday & Saturday May 6 & 7 at 8:00pm

A high-ranking official orchestrates the interrogation of an associate professor a year after a massive earthquake has given way to a new form of government. As the play shifts between the interrogation room and events leading up to the present, the questions slowly probe the role of a mysterious woman. The result is an urgent work of perseverance, and plot twists that is blackly comic and suspenseful in this world premier by Demetri Vacratsis.

Purple Theatre Company
Refreshingly original and always hilarious!

Bringing joy to thousands of theatregoers for over 16 years, The Purple Theatre Company presents its Winter Spring 2010 Season here at Mackenzie Hall! Special group bookings and private performances are also available.  Find out more  about group rates for dinner theatre.

Phone our Box Office at 519-255-7600.

Tickets:  $15 General, $8 Student

Finding Finnigan - Adventure Thriller
Written by Joey Ouellette
Saturday April 3, 10 & 17 at 8:00pm

She found the love of her life. But Michael Finnigan was an investigative reporter and when he disappeared on the other side of the world, she couldn't just sit and accept it.
She had to find him.

Lost Dog Dating - New Comedy!
Written by Joey Ouellette
Saturday May 15, 22 & 29 at 8:00pm

He thinks he's the ultimate con man, swindling attractive women with his story about a lost dog. And then everything backfires when he falls in love.

The Crosstown Players
A brand new company at Mackenzie Hall!

Founded in 2009, The Crosstown Players draws on the rich heritage and culture of Windsor to bring stories to the stage that delight and amuse.

Tickets: $15 General, $8 Student

Seedy Ca$h
Written by James Mays
Saturday March 13, 20 & 27
John and Cody work for minimal pay at the Seedy Ca$h store. Their boss is stingy so they supplement their miserable incomes with questionable activities. Confusion, mayhem and general hilarity are on tap as the day unfolds at the Seedy Ca$h store when the police start nosing around.