This class will cover the entire process of producing the Human Race Theatre Company's season, from picking shows to opening night and beyond. Participants will learn about the financial structure of HRTC, artist involvement in the process, and get an onsite tour of the scene and costume shops.

Session 1: Pre-production - fundraising, selecting scripts, casting and staff roles.

Session 2: Show process - rehearsals, set design, lighting, costumes, etc. and shop tours.

Session 3: Running a theatre organization - board, strategic planning, industry.

Genealogy is a fascinating field that goes far beyond simply recording names and dates, constructing family trees, or searching for records online. It is deeply rooted in people, history, stories, and memories. Genealogy does not require extensive ancestral information to begin; rather, it is an open invitation to learn about yourself, your family, your community, and history as a whole.

This seminar explores the evolution of classic and modern horror and suspense films, ranging from The Phantom of the Opera to Halloween and Alien. Participants will view selected films and engage in guided critiques that examine themes, storytelling techniques, visual style, and cultural impact. Discussion will be an integral part of the seminar, with opportunities for participants to share insights and reflect on their own favorite films within the genre. Together, the class will consider why these films continue to captivate audiences and shape the landscape of cinematic suspense and horror.

Discover the Bible’s most provocative tales of desire, rivalry, and power. In this six-week exploration, we'll delve into how passion and politics, seduction and sin, shaped the moral imagination of ancient Israel. These sacred stories expose a world at once divine and deeply human—where faith grapples with human frailty and holiness meets the hunger for power.

This seminar uses On Tyranny by Dr. Timothy Snyder to examine the historical strategies autocratic leaders have used to gain and maintain control over civilian populations. Topics include information manipulation, economic pressure, and the use of implied or direct violence. Equal attention is given to how individuals and communities can recognize, resist, and counter these tactics. Discussion will explore how passive compliance and the temptation to trade freedom for perceived security often enable authoritarian systems. The seminar emphasizes maintaining personal dignity, ethical agency, and civic responsibility under duress. This is not a political philosophy course and does not focus on contemporary political figures or partisan debate, but rather on well-documented historical examples and the preservation of freedom within authoritarian contexts.

This seminar continues the exploration of Van Morrison's life, his music and his poetry, focusing on his mid and late career. Plenty of discussion and lots of Van Morrison music!