WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
Take in a short course, a term-based program, a regular monthly workshop or a one-off workshop at Tuggeranong Arts Centre. There are workshops for all ages – as well as special activities during school holidays. Scroll down the page to see all your options. Read the Terms and Conditions for TAC Program Participants
School Holidays
TAC Grand Day Out | 26 Sep
On the first Saturday of the September school holidays, TAC will be buzzing with free activities for grandparents, mums, dads, kids and teens.
Beth Monzo | Songwriting | 30 Sep
Presented in partnership with ANU Community Centre, this half-day workshop will kickstart your songwriting journey in a fun, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Shiny Heart & Flight Path | Especially on Birthdays | 30 Sep
A story of finding friendship and the courage to grow, Especially on Birthdays is an award-winning, interactive visual theatre show, part performance, part game, part celebration.
ART & ACTION | School Holiday Program | 1 Oct
TAC’s April School Holiday program is a chance for young ones to show off their creativity in an action-packed day of visual and performing arts.
Short Courses
Jo Hollier | Gelli Printing & Bookmaking Course | 4 Aug – 8 Sep
Gelli printing is an experimental, spontaneous, and highly enjoyable process—easy to learn and often quickly addictive.
Weaving Waters | Mandji the Murray Cod | August – November
Contribute to TAC’s ambitious Public Art project Weaving Waters: Mandji the Murray Cod.
Pinal Maniar | Eco-Dyeing Course | 6 Aug – 10 Sep
Explore the art of natural dyeing and botanical printing in this hands-on, six-week course. Pinal will introduce eco-dyeing techniques using natural materials and traditional textile processes.
Weaving Stories | Gathering Invisible Lines | 12 Sep – 24 Oct
This five-part workshop series at Tharwa Community Hall offers a space to explore culture and art making through a range of processes, culminating in an exhibition of finished pieces.
Chris Ryan | Stand Up Comedy Course | 20 Oct – 24 Nov
If you’ve ever wanted to try stand-up comedy but didn’t know where to start, this short course with award-winning Canberra comedian Chris Ryan is for you.
Yamile Tafur Rios | Acrylic Painting Course | 27 Oct – 1 Dec
This workshop focuses on acrylic painting and encourages hands-on experimentation.
Ashley Bauman | Wheel-Thrown Ceramics Course | 31 Oct – 5 Dec
Back by popular demand, ceramic artist Ashley Bauman returns to TAC with his wheel-thrown ceramics course.
Steven Holland | Sketching Al Fresco | 31 Oct – 5 Dec
Join professional artist Steven Holland for an artistic exploration of the parks and streetscapes around Tuggeranong Arts Centre.
Blaide Lallemand | Art Play for Curious Adults
Led by visual artist Blaide Lallemand, be introduced to the work of different artists each week, trying new approaches to art making in every class.
FRESH FUNK 55+ | SENIORS DANCE CLASS
Fresh Funk 55+ is designed with older bodies in mind. Find your groove again – suitable for beginners as well as those with dance experience.
Term-Based
Art Lake T | NDIS Funded Art Class | Term-Based
Tuggeranong Arts Centre is calling for expressions of interest from NDIS participants for an art class held weekly on a Friday for six weeks of the Term.
CHAT AND MAKE ART | MIGRANT WOMEN | TERM-BASED
Chat and Make Art for multi-cultural women from South Canberra meets weekly in Woden
Sing with Toby | Community Choir | TERM-BASED
Sing with Toby is a community choir for Tuggeranong led by opera singer and choir conductor extraordinaire, Tobias Cole.
MAKE A MESS | ART 6-9 YEARS | TERM-BASED
Guided by professional artist Gina Chapman, students are encouraged to explore their creativity in a supportive and engaging environment.
MAKE IT MATTER | ART 9-13 YEARS | TERM-BASED
Guided by professional artist Gina Chapman, students are encouraged to experiment, problem-solve, and express their individual artistic perspective.
MAKING TIME | Seniors Art Class | TERM-BASED
The Making Time art class for seniors, is an opportunity to make art in a fun and carefree environment.
ZEST | Dance for Wellbeing | TERM-BASED
ZEST: Dance for Wellbeing classes are designed for adults who want to experience the joy of dancing and keep their body and brain active and healthy, regardless of their mobility, skill or age.
Funky Fairytales | Drama 9-13 years | TERM-BASED
A weekly drama class for ages 9-13 years. Explore the elements of acting in this fun term-based course!
One-Off
Karen McSwan Silsby | Creative Workshop | 29 Aug
Turn what overwhelms you into something beautiful in the “Transform Overwhelm Through Layers” mixed media workshop.
Christiane Keller | Floor Talk & Demonstration | 5 Sep
Christiane Keller will lead a one-hour floor talk, sharing her artistic approach, techniques, and inspirations.
Rechelle Turner & Wallabindi | Yuma Yarn | 19 Sep
Wiradjiri artist Rechelle Turner will guide you through the process of stitching and shaping your own coiled piece using raffia. As your hands work, enjoy rich soulful music by Wardandi, Noongar, Yamatji singer and songwriter, Wallabindi.
Adelaide Worcester | Eye Ornament Workshop | 19 Sep
Create a simple yet meaningful fabric eye decoration exploring community vigilance against bullying and toxic behaviours.
TAC Grand Day Out | 26 Sep
On the first Saturday of the September school holidays, TAC will be buzzing with free activities for grandparents, mums, dads, kids and teens.
Lizette Richards | Silversmithing Workshop | 17 Oct
Learn the art of silversmithing as you create your own handcrafted sterling silver stacking ring from start to finish.
Georgia & Ben Claridge | Artist Talk & Miniature Workshop | 3 Oct
Ben and Georgia will introduce their exhibition before leading a hands-on workshop where participants create their own miniature flatpack furniture
Nicola Dickson | Noticing Nature Workshop | 24 Oct
Nicola will demonstrate a range of drawing and watercolour techniques for creating observational nature studies.
Monthly
Every Body | Life Drawing | Monthly
A monthly life drawing class with a gorgeous casual vibe. Offering a low pressure, stress free environment, and a culture of relaxation and creative expression rather than a focus on technical ability.
MARION | Come Write | Monthly
Come Write With MARION is a casual gathering of creative thinkers who meet monthly, to write and share ideas.
Chromatic Circle | LGBTQIA+ Arts Gathering | Monthly
Chromatic Circle is a monthly arts activity for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies.
Creatives & Coffee | Drop In | Weekly
Drop in to Tuggeranong Arts Centre between 10am-1pm on Fridays for a free art activity and $3 cup of coffee.
For Kids
TAC Grand Day Out | 26 Sep
On the first Saturday of the September school holidays, TAC will be buzzing with free activities for grandparents, mums, dads, kids and teens.
Shiny Heart & Flight Path | Especially on Birthdays | 30 Sep
A story of finding friendship and the courage to grow, Especially on Birthdays is an award-winning, interactive visual theatre show, part performance, part game, part celebration.
ART & ACTION | School Holiday Program | 1 Oct
TAC’s April School Holiday program is a chance for young ones to show off their creativity in an action-packed day of visual and performing arts.
MAKE A MESS | ART 6-9 YEARS | TERM-BASED
Guided by professional artist Gina Chapman, students are encouraged to explore their creativity in a supportive and engaging environment.
MAKE IT MATTER | ART 9-13 YEARS | TERM-BASED
Guided by professional artist Gina Chapman, students are encouraged to experiment, problem-solve, and express their individual artistic perspective.
Funky Fairytales | Drama 9-13 years | TERM-BASED
A weekly drama class for ages 9-13 years. Explore the elements of acting in this fun term-based course!
Fresh Funk 18m – 9 | Littlies Program
Mini Funk, Funk Stars and Funky Monkeys. Classes from 18 months to 9 years.
Fresh Funk Juniors 9-14 | Performance Program
Fresh Funk offers 5 classes for the 9-14 year old bracket. Participants are sorted into classes on the basis of age, dance experience, and the number of students involved.