Manhattan Classes NYC, New York

Learn the basics of painting on silk with color washes, nontoxic resist lines, applied textures, and more. In one intensive day, students will each make a 34" crepe de chine square for wearing or framing. Best-quality materials will be used, some of which are included. Additional supply information will be emailed prior to the class.

Learn the fundamental habits of a superior guitar player and master the basic chords, strums, and understanding to prepare for further study in all styles of guitar. Learn to play great songs by artists such as Coldplay, Jason Mraz, Guns 'n' Roses, The Beatles, Green Day, Ed Sheeran, Paramore, and more with confidence and competence. Absolutely...

This class is the ultimate class to DJing, created for the absolute beginner with no prior experience. In just one 3-hour class you will know all the important fundamental DJ skills. We focus on controller-ism – the future of DJing and the easiest to learn.  This class starts with an overview of the evolution of the modern DJ, and walks you...

Dinosaurs! Science! Adventure! Break out your pith helmet as we embark upon a brazen expedition through the halls of New York City's world-famous American Museum of Natural History (AMNH). Join your maverick tour guide as we deftly navigate this massive 27-building, 1.6 million square foot landmark cultural institution. Learn the science...

What's super fun, makes you smarter and burns calories? Juggling! Come learn to juggle the easy way. You'll first learn in slow-motion with scarves and then with beanbags. Laughs guaranteed. All equipment provided. Please Note: Photo ID required to enter the building! Studio number may vary -- We will email you the exact floor and studio number...

There’s nothing like fresh baked bread! Welcoming beginner and intermediate bakers and just about everyone in the world who loves bread, learn the basics of bread making from our Artisan Bakers. Learn basic tips on ingredient selection, kneading, baking times and more, for a user friendly understanding of bread baking and techniques. After...

Just got a new camera? Have a camera and only know how to turn it on? Are you stuck in Auto-Mode? Not sure how to get the results you want? Then this is the class for you! Learn how to get the most out of your camera. We will cover the basics of exposure (shutter speed, aperture, ISO), white balance settings, depth of field and a whole lot more in...

This 2 1/2-hour workshop is very thorough and intense, but a fun place to network, meet, and learn. You will gain knowledge on all aspects of starting a fashion line based on First Hand experience from someone who has actually done what they teach. In fact, you are not likely to find all of this information in any one place. M SHOP began as a fierce...

Make your Pinterest dreams come true! We know you have at least one board solely dedicated to plants and pots, so we created this CraftJam for you to learn how to make beautiful macrame plant hangers yourself. Take home a plant, a pot, and your unique macrame hanger. In two hours our JamMaster will teach you: what materials to use for macrame how...

Whether you are a full-blown wine expert or a leisurely drinker, there is no doubt that wine enhances the flavor of food. Join us as we cook some of our favorite dishes in this delicious, gluten-free menu that just so happens to include wine.  Learn to make perfectly baked Salmon En Papillote with seasonal vegetables, Bacon & Leek Risotto,...

Learn the basics of drawing  fashion figures using photo references in this studio designed to teach novices line drawing. Progress from drawing real-world male and female body proportions to stylized fashion figures. Figure proportion, poses, faces, hands, feet, and basic garment shapes and details are covered with simple exercises. Includes...

Come paint with us! Our paintings are all for beginners- no experience necessary. Our professional artists will guide you through the class step by step to help your create your one a kind masterpiece to take home with you that night.

Treat yourself to sweets while learning the classic art of truffle making! We begin with a guided tasting where we serve a bit of sparkling wine as a palate cleanser and welcome drink. Highlights of this portion: discussing and showing how chocolate is made  guided tasting of cacao bean, nibs and chocolate made with the same beans tasting...

WHERE MY ART BITCHES AT?? Remember when feminism happened, and Georgia O’Keeffe kicked butt, and now museums and the art world totally treat male and female artists with equal value? JK JK IT’S STILL SUPER BAD!  On this two-hour tour of the Met, we get three things done: We celebrate the awesome women who ARE represented We fill you in...

In this 5-hour Intensive workshop, limited to 10 actors, Andy will walk you through the psychology and technique of nailing your audition in the booth. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from one of the city's top casting directors in one of the most vibrant and fast-growing markets.