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Since 2004, The New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts has been providing top-notch training in acting, musical theater, improvisation, and TV & Film. Their step-by-step program allows students to build upon the skills they learned in previous classes, and they are placed in classes that are tailored to their experience and ability. With professional instructors offering generous one-on-one attention and a strong and proven technique, NJSDA is committed to helping its students get ahead in their professional careers. The New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts is a 501(c)3 non-profit, tax exempt organization. All contributions are tax deductible and are used for scholarships and to further promote theatre and performing arts programs. Our affiliations with organizations such as the NJ Theatre Alliance and 4th Wall Theatre have given our students exclusive audition slots and the opportunity to be cast in productions. In addition, our students are frequently used for Montclair State University’s student films and are the first choice for Comcast Spotlight’s local commercial division. NJSDA is dedicated to helping its students reach their full potential in their acting careers. Their step-by-step program, professional instructors, and affiliations with top organizations ensure that their students get the best training and have the opportunity to take their skills to the next level.

Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing Arts (SMAPA) provides comprehensive, inclusive developmental training in dance and related theater arts to students at every stage of life. Our holistic philosophy inspires students to believe they can achieve, nurturing the potential within each student by encouraging creativity, building skills, fostering self-discipline, and bolstering self-esteem.

OUR PHILOSOPHY is to emphasize learning while having fun. Our goal is to help you find your own musical style and gain the confidence to perform in front of an audience. Our experienced faculty will get to know you and offer individualized instruction and guidance to help you reach your goals. At our music school, we are committed to providing the highest quality musical instruction to our students in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Our teaching method is tailored to suit each individual’s musical needs and interests. We provide a flexible private lesson program to help our students gain a strong foundation in music theory and proper technique. Our philosophy is to emphasize learning and having fun. We strive to help our students to find their own style and the confidence to perform in front of an audience. Our experienced faculty is dedicated to getting to know each of our students and providing them with personalized instruction and guidance to help them reach their goals.

The Montclair Learning Center was established in 2004 with the goal of providing Montclair and the surrounding communities with high-quality, worthwhile, and affordable educational and enrichment programs. Over the years, the center has become a leader in STEM education, offering a wide selection of computer science, learning games, math, science, and technology-related courses for students in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Plus, the center now offers STEM-themed birthday parties and access to the latest STEM-related toys, games, and books at our STEM Educational Playcenter. The Montclair Learning Center is dedicated to providing the best in STEM education. Our experienced and knowledgeable instructors are passionate about helping students develop the necessary skills to succeed in the 21st century. Our pacesetting Summer Camp offers students the opportunity to explore their interests and hone their skills in a wide range of STEM-related activities. Plus, our STEM Educational Playcenter is the perfect place for kids to have fun and learn at the same time. At the Montclair Learning Center, we are committed to bringing the highest quality of education to Montclair and the surrounding communities. Our specialized programs in computer science, learning games, math, science, and technology ensure that students have access to the tools and resources needed to achieve success. We strive to make learning an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

At Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing Arts (SMAPA), we know that dance and theater arts have the power to transform the lives of students of all ages. Our unique approach to training is designed to foster creativity and self-discipline, while building skills and bolstering self-esteem. Our holistic philosophy encourages our students to reach their greatest potential through comprehensive and inclusive developmental training. At SMAPA, we believe that all students have the ability to reach their highest goals. Our comprehensive and inclusive approach to training ensures that our students have the opportunity to develop their own unique skills and talents. Our team of experienced instructors encourages creativity and works to build confidence and self-discipline in our students. Our holistic approach to teaching inspires our students to believe in themselves and strive for excellence. At Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing Arts (SMAPA), our goal is to provide the highest quality of training in dance and theater arts. Our comprehensive and inclusive program is designed to nurture the potential of each student, inspiring them to believe in themselves and their abilities. Our holistic approach to training fosters creativity, builds skills, and bolsters self-esteem, while providing the tools to help students achieve their goals.

Church Street Guitar Studio, located in the heart of Montclair, New Jersey, is proud to be celebrating 18 years at this location! This studio offers private, one-on-one guitar lessons in a low-pressure and carefree environment. Whether you’re a beginner or an advanced player, young or old, you’ll find a style that works for you! From Rock and Pop songs to Classical and Flamenco guitar, even Blues and Jazz, there’s something for everyone. Plus, the studio boasts 30 years of teaching experience, so you know you’re getting the best instruction. So come on down to Church Street Guitar Studio and start learning your favorite songs. With such a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you’ll be strumming the guitar in no time. No matter what your skill level, you’ll feel confident with the help of the experienced and dedicated staff. Church Street Guitar Studio is the perfect place to learn the guitar. Come by and experience the carefree atmosphere for yourself. With so many styles to choose from and 30 years of teaching experience, you’ll be playing your favorite songs in no time. Come and join us!

Rockness Music offers custom built early childhood music classes and assemblies classes for your school. Our fun and educational music enrichment classes for kids offer children an opportunity to build life skills, confidence, and positive traits through playfully dramatic exercises covering everything from language to motor skills to STEAM. We customize our curriculum for our partner schools and offer a fun, and valuable music education program. Our preschool music assemblies cover a variety of topics from Social and Emotional Development to dance parties!

In the 1990s, Peter Markovitz and David Ullendorff had a vision: to help children build a lasting understanding of mathematics that would give them the skills and confidence to succeed in school and in life. To make this vision a reality, they founded Mathnasium, a math-only learning center. To ensure their program was the best it could be, the Mathnasium team sought out Larry Martinek, an experienced educator, teacher trainer, and curriculum consultant. With Larry’s help, they crafted the Mathnasium Method—a comprehensive, industry-leading approach to teaching mathematics. The Mathnasium Method is designed to help kids of all ages develop a deep understanding of mathematics that will carry them through their academic studies and beyond. With a focus on teaching students how to think, Mathnasium has become the go-to source for those looking to give their child the tools to achieve their full academic potential.

At Bass Arts Studio, it is our mission to recognize, affirm and support a child’s emerging individuality, and help strengthen a child’s sense of self through art-making. We create a safe environment where children are encouraged to playfully explore and experiment with media, engage in creative problem solving and learn to take creative risks. We are dedicated to assisting in the development of a child’s appreciation of beauty and sensitivity to form, line, value, shape, color, texture, rhythm and movement. In each class, children are exposed to the ways artists throughout history have employed formal principles of picture making and technique in order to translate their deepest feelings and thoughts into a visual statement. Class discussion centering on the analysis, interpretation and critique of art work is an integral part of every class. We encourage children to learn to articulate their thoughts and feelings about what they observe and what they create. We spark discussion by asking the right questions and supply children with the vocabulary they need to talk about art.

Through art, we create experiences that inspire, challenge, and foster community to shape our shared future. The Montclair Art Museum collects, exhibits, preserves, and interprets American and Native American art, honoring the creative accomplishments of a diverse range of artists, past and present.

The Yard School of Art is part of MAM's Vance Wall Art Education Center, offering classes, camps, and workshops for kids, teens, and adults. Our studio art classes and workshops offer those of all ages and abilities an opportunity to build artistic skills and explore creative ideas. Small class sizes ensure individual direction from our teaching artists in a community of people who are as enthusiastic about learning and creating as you are.

School of Rock Montclair provides both in-person and online music lessons for students of all ages. Our programs, camps and workshops for toddlers, kids, teens and adults make learning to play music fun and create great communities of musicians. School of Rock is the leader in performance-based music education. We combine one-on-one drum, bass, keyboard, vocal, and guitar lessons with group practices. Students learn to play music from day one and put on live performances at local venues. Our experienced instructors are local musicians themselves who combine the performance-based School of Rock Method and programs with individual music lessons to get results for your student.

To further our mission, we offer a variety of specialty and seasonal classes both weeknights and weekends. We have classes for adults and children alike, so that everyone has an opportunity to learn a new skill or craft. Our classes are perfect for all levels of experience, and our instructors provide detailed instruction and guidance to ensure that each student has a good experience. We also offer private classes for those who would like to have a more focused lesson. So no matter what you’re looking for, we have something for everyone.

Montclair Film is bridging the gap between global filmmakers and local audiences in the culturally vibrant community of Montclair. Through their year-round programming, they are empowering visual storytelling to engage, entertain and educate. They bring stories from all around the world to the local area, creating an environment for meaningful dialogue and exchange. Montclair Film is a place where filmmakers from around the globe can come together and share their stories with the local community. By presenting films and year-round programs, they are helping to create a vibrant, culturally rich atmosphere in Montclair. Through the power of visual storytelling, they are engaging, entertaining, and educating audiences. They are providing a platform for meaningful dialogue and exchange, helping to bring far-flung stories to the local area. Montclair Film is a unique space where global filmmakers and local audiences connect. They are using the power of visual storytelling to create a memorable experience for all who attend. From feature films to year-round programs, they are providing a platform for meaningful dialogue and exchange. Through their programming, they are bridging the gap between filmmakers and audiences in the culturally vibrant community of Montclair.