The River has provided an accessible, affordable arts education for students with disabilities and their siblings for over 25 years. Arts engagement activities in the classroom offer students the opportunity to expand their imaginations, express themselves creatively, and boost their confidence.

Our dynamic curriculum is led by teaching artists with expertise in their artistic discipline and experience working with students of all abilities. Teaching assistants and volunteers support students in the classroom. A licensed nurse is present during on site courses and camps throughout the year.

Courses take place on Saturdays at the City of Houston’s accessible parks facility, the Metropolitan Multiservice Center @ 1475 West Gray, between Dunlavy & Waugh, 77019.

Fall 2023 is inspired by musicals created by theater writing duo Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein. Spring 2024’s focus is musical theatre powerhouse Alan Menken. This season offers an exciting array of courses and is sure to be the best one yet!

the river fall/spring COURSes

fall semester: september 16 – november 18, 2023

Spring semester: JANUARY 6 – MARCH 9, 2024

All classes will meet on Saturdays and run for ten consecutive weeks.

TIME	AGES 4-7	AGES 8-12	AGES 13-18	AGES 19-25	AGES 25+
9:00- 9:45AM	Acting	Music	Art	Dance	Ensemble *New Course*
9:45-10:30AM	Music	Acting	Dance	Ensemble *New Course*	Art
10:30-11:15AM	Dance	Art	Ensemble *New Course*	Acting	Music
11:15AM- 12:00PM	Art	Ensemble *New Course*	Acting	Music	Dance
12:00-12:45PM	Ensemble *New Course*	Dance	Music	Art	Acting

TUITION:

Fall Registration: $180 per student/course

Spring Early Registration: $165 per student/course and $180 per student/course after December 8th

fall 2023 semester theme: rodgers & hammerstein revue

ACTING

R & H Revue: Students learn the building blocks of acting, staging, & rehearsal tools through musicals of Rodgers & Hammerstein.

ART

Drawing: Students deconstruct and reconstruct objects and images using line and fundamental shapes.

DANCE

Ballet: Students are introduced to the basic terminology, positions, and choreography of ballet.

music

Voice: Students discover how to use their voice to sing as part of a choir.

ensemble *new course offering*

Theatre Games: Students will exercise focus, listening, and cooperative skills through ice breakers, role plays, and group activities.

spring 2024 semester theme: the music of alan menken

ACTING

Menken Musicals: Students practice the building blocks of acting, staging, & the rehearsal process inspired by musicals composed by Alan Menken.

ART

Mixed Media: Students create original works of art through the exploration and blending of different materials and mediums.

DANCE

Jazz: Students explore rhythm, isolated movement, and use of their body through dance combinations.

music

Voice: Students discover how to use their voice to sing as part of a choir.

ensemble *new course offering*

Improv & Storytelling: Students collaborate to tap into their imaginations in the creation and sharing of stories.

PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

All River courses may either be paid in full at the time of registration or placed on a payment plan. If utilizing the plan, please make sure to choose this option on the payment screen when registering.

Fall Payment Schedule
Date of initial registration: One-third payment
September 20, 2023: One-third payment
October 20, 2023: One-third payment

Spring Payment Schedule
Date of initial registration: One-third payment
January 22, 2024: One-third payment
February 20, 2024: One-third payment

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The River has a no refund policy. Every minute of each class is essential, on-time and full-session attendance is mandatory. If a student needs to be withdrawn, contact the TUTS Education office at 713.558.8801 for options. Upon registration a confirmation email will be sent to you letting you know important class details.