there's room for everyone under the umbrella!
About Us
Umbrella Arts is a performing and visual arts instruction facility based in dance, movement, and somatic education. The curriculum will expand to include a range of artistic learning opportunities such as visual arts, music, acting, stagecraft, voice, creative writing and more. Umbrella Arts provides elevated instruction experiences in a non-competitive, conservatory-style environment with pre-professional and recreational development programs. Umbrella Arts training encourages self confidence while cultivating and inspiring mental and physical health in young artists in the West Virginia community.
Upcoming Events at Umbrella Arts
Creative Writing Workshop
August 6-8
Ages 7-11 @ 5:30-6:30pm
Ages 12-18 @ 6:30-7:30pm
Cost $80 (plus tax)
Cartoon Drawing Workshop
August 13-15
Ages 7-11 @ 6:30 - 7:30pm
Ages 12-18 @ 7:30 - 8:30pm
Cost $80 (plus tax)
Fall Semester Classes Begin Monday September 8
Family Participation Week!
Monday October 6 - Saturday October 11
Annual Umbrella Halloween Party
Saturday October 25 @ 6:00-8:00pm
Friday October 31: No classes, Happy Halloween!!
Fall Break - No Classes!
Monday November 24 - Sunday November 30
Last Week of Fall Classes
Monday December 8 - Saturday December 13
Winter Break - No Classes!
Sunday December 14 - Sunday January 4
Spring Semester Classes Begin Monday January 5
Family Participation Week!
Monday February 9 - Saturday February 14
Annual Showcase and Gallery Celebration - TBD (May)
Open House Events
Private and group visitations are available year-round upon request.
Multipurpose Room Rental
Our multipurpose studio space is acquirable for rental and private instruction for parties! Please inquire for pricing and availability.
Creative Classes for All Ages
"Umbrella Arts is an inclusive place for growth. Our unique students will feel safe and supported. We provide guidance for the whole student. Our instruction approach mentors everyone to discover their own strengths and progress as a multi-faceted, developing, compassionate, valuable person through the vehicle of arts education. Our approach empowers young artists with healthy lifelong practices, critical thinking skills, invaluable knowledge, creativity and expressive tools that will enhance their experiences on any future path choice - in the arts and otherwise!"
— Artistic Director, Angela Dennis
We Proudly Feature
American Harlequin Flooring
We are pleased to offer the industry renowned Harlequin Flexity Sprung flooring and Marley vinyl.
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