Spring at Seattle Art Galleries

What better way to celebrate the lush imagery of spring than to explore the art galleries in Seattle. We will meet weekly at local galleries to hear talks, ask questions, and peruse the space. Following each visit, we will gather for afternoon tea or coffee to discuss the art and share interests. A sampling of galleries includes Greg Kucera, Foster/White, Stonington, ArtX Contemporary, Gray Sky, Harris Harvey, Steinbrueck Native Gallery, and SAM Gallery. Whether you are a seasoned gallery visitor or a newcomer, you are welcome to take part in this harbinger of spring as you experience the Seattle art scene.

This class is already in session. Please contact our office at conted@seattlecolleges.edu or 206-934-3705 to inquire about late registration.

Let's Go to the Theatre & See: Barefoot in the Park

Love theatre or want to dive in? Join this fun, community-focused class where we prep to see local plays with engaging pre-show workshops—exploring themes, characters, and production details—then attend Saturday matinées together. Stick around after the show for lively group discussions. Whether you're new to the arts scene or a longtime fan looking for a crew to chat with, this is your ticket to deeper connection and great performances. No theatre experience needed! Workshops will be held at North Seattle College and outings at local theatres in Seattle.

Barefoot in the Park Neil Simon: Paul and Corie Bratter are newlyweds in every sense of the word. After a six day honeymoon, they get a surprise visit from Corie's loopy mother and decide to play matchmaker during a dinner with their neighbor-in-the-attic Velasco, where everything that can go wrong does.  Location: Taproot Theatre (Phinney Ridge) 204 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103

• Jun 05, 2026 to Jun 05, 2026 from 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm (1 sessions total), Friday
• Fee: $75
• Item: 31603
• This class includes a field trip on 6/6 from 2PM - 5PM to Taproot Theatre (Phinney Ridge) 204 N 85th St, Seattle, WA 98103. Additional details provided in class. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the field trips.
  Theatre tickets NOT included in tuition. Tickets are approximately $40.

Shakespeare in the Sun!

All the worlds a stage! Including our local parks and Continuing Ed classrooms! Step into the lively, surprising world of Shakespeare in this interactive summer “taster” course that blends hands-on theatre workshops with a field trip to a FREE live outdoor performance of Shakespeare in the Park. Through playful exploration and guided discussion, you’ll discover two of Shakespeare’s classics—The Winter’s Tale and Macbeth.

We’ll dive into the hilarious, romantic, tragic, dark and quick-witted world of these two plays. Workshops will explore themes, characters, and plot points as entry points. We’ll also look at how the plays have been staged and adapted over time, and discuss how Shakespeare continues to evolve in today. No prior Shakespeare or theatergoing experience necessary. In fact, if you were the student lost in English class because Shakespeare didn’t jump off the page, this class is for YOU!

• Jul 08, 2026 to Jul 29, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm (4 sessions total), Wednesday
• Fee: $125
• Item: 15765
• This class includes a field trip to Lower Woodland Park on July 11 from 7p to 9p for Shakespeare in the Park. Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the field trips. Additional details will be given by your instructor.

Write a Feature Film

Got an idea for a movie but not sure how to turn it into a script? This class walks you through the process of writing a feature film, from shaping your idea to building a strong structure and revising your draft. You’ll learn how screenplays work and how to tell a story that connects with an audience.

Each class includes short writing exercises, examples from films, and discussion. You’ll look at different ways to structure a story and develop your own approach. Come ready to write, share, and start building your script.

• Aug 05, 2026 to Aug 26, 2026 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm (4 sessions total), Wednesday
• Fee: $129
• Item: 15764
• Supplies are required for this course.

Flying Saucer Cinema - Summer

This classic science fiction film appreciation class showcases beloved films that cry out for viewing in a group setting the way they were first presented to the world. Each week will bring something new, films ranging from Golden Age sci-fi of the 1950s and 60s to the dystopian sci-fi of the 1970s and occasional forays beyond. Weekly sessions feature film insights, trivia, lively post-screening discussion, and optional follow-up materials—curated images, links, and observations— for those wanting to do a deeper dive. We kick off summer with the 1931 classic Frankenstein, which propelled Boris Karloff to instant stardom. Next we dip into the schlock vaults with the delirious Bride of the Gorilla (1951) and then Captain Kirk himself – Shatner! – as a veterinarian battling tarantulas in Kingdom of the Spiders (1977). We end with an essential Godzilla film, the chock-full-of-kaiju Invasion of Astro Monster, in which hot actual couple Nick Adams and Kumi Mizuno (yowza!) work out their intergalactic romance while the big guys again stomp all over Tokyo. Whether you are a seasoned science fiction film buff or simply want to put your head in a different place for a couple of hours every week, this will be an engaging, fun adventure of a class you won't want to miss.

• Jul 08, 2026 to Jul 29, 2026 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm (4 sessions total), Wednesday
• Fee: $79
• Item: 15910

The Wisdom of Folktales

Experience the emotional and symbolic power of global folktales through live, drummed storytelling. We’ll explore Skeleton Woman (Inuit), Prince Lindworm (Scandinavian), The Handless Maiden (Brothers Grimm), and The Maiden Czar (Russian). Each class begins with a performance, followed by discussion that unpacks the story’s deeper meaning using key Jungian concepts. No background needed—just curiosity and a love of story!

• May 16, 2026 to Jun 06, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm (3 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $120
• Item: 31601
• There will be no class on 5/23.

The Wisdom of Folktales

Experience the emotional and symbolic power of global folktales through live, drummed storytelling. We’ll explore Skeleton Woman (Inuit), Prince Lindworm (Scandinavian), The Handless Maiden (Brothers Grimm), and The Maiden Czar (Russian). Each class begins with a performance, followed by discussion that unpacks the story’s deeper meaning using key Jungian concepts. No background needed—just curiosity and a love of story!

• Jul 25, 2026 to Aug 15, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm (4 sessions total), Saturday
• Fee: $120
• Item: 15899