Cultural Arts

Creative Corner members show off their artwork. WDSRA’s Cultural Arts program includes a wide range of activities. You can choose from fine art, dance, music, drama, cooking and so much more!

Many of the participants in these programs get the chance to show off their talents in our annual WDSRA Performing Arts Recital held each spring. It’s a family favorite!

Fine Art

WDSRA art programs are available for all ages—3 years old thru senior. Many of our participants get the chance to have their artwork proudly displayed in local galleries, libraries, and park districts. Art Therapists are frequently used in a variety of programs.

Our Creative Corner program, taught by an art therapist, is for those that want to find inspiration, use a variety of art materials, and learn new art techniques. We offer both individual and group projects.

Ceramics is held at the People's Resource Center and Woodworking is done in collaboration with the DuPage Convalescent Center. Both programs held in Wheaton, offer great art studios.

Ceramics Schedule

Individual Art Lessons are also offered for all ages. An instructor can meet with you and tailor art projects to fit your individual needs.

Dance class with Richard Gaines.

Dance

Let’s Dance and Adult Tap are for adults who want to learn new moves from professional dance instructor Richard Gaines. Richard has worked with famous recording artists such as Michael Jackson, Prince and Gloria Estefan.

Ballet, Jazz and Hip Hop are offered for children and teens. They always have a good time and enjoy the freedom of movement.

Drama

TROOP Drama just celebrated 20 years of performing arts at WDSRA. TROOP gives participants the opportunity to perform or work backstage as they produce twoproductions a year. These popular plays and musicals are performed in front of a live audience.

Music

WDSRA music programs are available for all ages—3 years old thru senior. We offer singing classes such as Singing the Night Away for karaoke or WDSRA Singers for the more serious performer. Music Therapists are frequently used in a variety of programs.

For those that are interested in playing an instrument, we offer Individual Music Lessons or you can just play around in Making the Band. You could also join our Beginning Drum Circle if you want to get into the beat!

Cooking

Learn this important life-skill in a fun and creative atmosphere with programs such as Our World Cooking, Outdoor Cooking, Gluten-Free Cooking for Parents, and Delectable Desserts. Learn how to make delicious food for your family. Good nutrition is always encouraged and creative ingredients are used.

Video

Video Ventures is for teens and adults who have an interest in videotaping, camera work, and interviewing. In collaboration with Comcast, our pieces air on the local Comcast access channel every Saturday evening. Video Ventures won the Distinguished Program Award from Illinois Therapeutic Recreation Section (ITRS) of the Illinois Park & Recreation Association (IPRA) in 2010.

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Contact Information

For more information on Art Programs, contact Dana Stewart at 630-681-0962 ext. 131 or danas@wdsra.com.
For more information on Dance or Drama Pograms, contact Kurt Hinterkopf at 630-681-0962 ext. 124 or kurth@wdsra.com.
For more information on Music or Cooking Programs, contact Jessica Griffin at 630-681-0962 ext. 120 or jessicag@wdsra.com.
For more information on Video Ventures or general Cultural Arts questions, contact Jorie Meyer at 630-681-0962 ext. 136 or joriem@wdsra.com.