Wayne Center For The Arts

For this week's?#MugshotMonday, we’re excited to introduce another one of our incredible Board Members! Each of them is passionate about sharing why supporting the arts matters so much to our community. Today, meet Joanna Martinez, who says: “The arts play an important role in society - childhood development, mental health, and community just to name a few areas. The Wayne Center for the Arts' commitment to making high quality arts programming available to everyone makes it an invaluable gem in our community.” Stay tuned to hear more inspiring thoughts from our team! #SupportTheArts?#CommunityLeadership?#WayneArtsCenter?#community?#artseducation

We’re excited to share that we recently received a grant from the Wayne County Community Foundation and our local Walmart to help with energy efficient lighting in our building. This will enhance the experience for all those taking classes here at the art center (no more flickering bulbs and dim rooms!) Thank you to McClintock Electric, Inc. for their hard work! #WalmartSparkGood #EnergyEfficient #energyefficiency #woosterohio

We are so proud to join this group of difference-makers in Orrville! Be on the lookout for more classes and workshops in the area!

This #MugshotMonday meet Guitar Instructor Derek Roland! With over 30 years of guitar experience and 20 years of teaching, Derek Roland brings a wealth of knowledge to WCA. Having studied jazz at the University of Akron and rock performance at the Atlanta Institute of Music, he specializes in rock, pop, jazz, blues, indie, and guitar-driven music. Derek’s teaching style focuses on fast-tracking progress by emphasizing the 20% of skills you’ll use 80% of the time. Whether you’re a beginner or aiming for your next breakthrough, his approach combines demonstration, hands-on practice, and creative exploration to build confidence and technique. Ready to start your guitar journey? Derek’s personalized guidance will help you hit all the right notes! #WayneArtsCenter #thingstodoinwooster #GuitarLessons #LearnGuitar #CreativeJourney

We're looking for an experienced Dance Instructor to join our team! Check the link below for details. https://lnkd.in/eRUhcp_J

For this week's #MugshotMonday, we’re excited to introduce another one of our incredible Board Members! Each of them is passionate about sharing why supporting the arts matters so much to our community. Today, meet Michael McClintock, who says: “As both a business owner and a board member, I deeply value the Wayne Center for the Arts as a vital part of our community. Supporting its mission allows me to contribute to a space that inspires creativity and brings people together. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how the arts enrich lives in Wooster and the surrounding area, and I’m proud to play a role in sustaining that impact.” Stay tuned to hear more inspiring thoughts from our team! #SupportTheArts #CommunityLeadership #WayneArtsCenter #community #artseducation

WCA's Executive Director, Sara Brink, and Development Manager, Tiffany Leeper, were honored to attend the opening event of the Lyric Theater of Wooster. What a fantastic addition to our Downtown! We look forward to future collaborations! #LetsallgototheLyric!

Happy #MugshotMonday! Today we have Dennis O'Connell of the Magical Theatre Company. Dennis began his career in the Theatre as a professional actor while still in elementary school. Before graduating from the University of Akron, he became the Director of Drama at Walsh Jesuit HS. He then spent six years as a free-lance stage actor and director, working in 16 states. Dennis began directing professionally in 1989, as well as working in arts administration. He has had the pleasure of directing or acting with Connie Britton, Jami Gertz, Melina Kanakaredes, Doug McKeon, and Kelly Preston, as well as internationally known playwrights Fred Carmichael and Aurand Harris. Professional affiliations include: Ohio Alliance for Arts Education, Ohio Citizens for the Arts, Association of Fundraising Professionals, and SAG-AFTRA. He is Past President of the former Akron Area Arts Alliance, as well as being in Leadership Akron’s Barberton Community Leadership Institute. He was named Co-Producing Director of Magical Theatre Company in 1992 - making him one of the longest-tenured arts leaders in Summit County. He shares the title of Co-Producing Director with his wife, the wonderful and redoubtable Holly Barkdoll. Your kids will love to participate in "Acting: A Tall Tale Production" https://lnkd.in/eBjz9tNP #theatre #drama #acting #magicaltheatrecompany

New Blog Post Alert! Discover how Wayne Center for the Arts is collaborating with?Liberty Preparatory School?to empower students through engaging visual arts and clay classes. Explore how creativity, mentorship, and collaboration are opening doors to new skills and self-expression—visit our website to learn more! This program is made possible through support from the Children's Resource Fund at the Wayne County Community Foundation. #WayneArtsCenter?#thingstodoinwooster?#ArtEducation?#CommunityCollaboration?#CreativeImpact

We are really looking forward to hosting this event!