LITERATURE

All Literature classes will be held in the Guadalupe Gallery,
723 S. Brazos, San Antonio, TX 78207.

Playwriting: Ages 18 and Up
Mondays 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Instructor: TBA

Learn the fundamentals of writing for the stage. Using a theater workshop format, students will learn about the basic elements of a drama, characterization, and dialogue to write their own original plays.

Screenwriting: Ages 16 and Up
Thursdays 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Instructor: Kerry Valderrama

Join award-winning filmmaker Kerry Valderrama to learn the basics of screenwriting, character development, dialogue, and detail camera directions.

Creative Writing: Ages 16 and Up
Saturdays 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. 
Instructor: Carolina Hinojosa

Learn the art of creative writing through this hands-on workshop with a professional writer. Students will take part in a series of fun writing exercises and read texts from various poets and fiction writers with the aim of creating their own original literary works.

Conversational Spanish: Ages 18 and Up
Thursdays 6 p.m – 8 p.m. 
Instructor: Myrna A. Grijalva

This class requires some level of Spanish proficiency. Students will acquire cultural sensitivity in regards to how to make introductions, ask for directions and interact in public places.

Literature Registration Fee: $25 GCAC Membership | Tuition: $150 per semester

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs):

Who can attend classes?
Classes are open to the public. Unless otherwise noted, most classes are geared towards students who are new to the subject matter, at the beginner level.

How do I pay my monthly tuition for Dance or Music classes?
Payments can be made:
(1) by calling the main office at 210.271.3151,
(2) by mail at 1300 Guadalupe Street, San Antonio, TX 78207, or
(3) online.

Are there any discounts?
GCAC Members at the Familia level ($55) receive a 15% discount on the cost of classes.

What is the cancellation/refund policy?
The GCAC reserves the right to cancel, combine or reschedule classes, or to change class instructors when necessary. If we must cancel a class, we will notify you as soon as possible and you will receive a full refund. If you must cancel registration, we require a minimum of seven days notice prior to the class start date for a full refund. Notice of withdrawal by a student must be made in writing and received no later than seven days prior to the first day of class. We charge a $20 administrative fee for any cancellations requested less than seven days prior to the start of the class. No refunds will be made for withdrawals made after the start date of a class. Failure to attend classes or verbal notification will not be regarded as an official notice of withdrawal. The registration fee of $25 for your membership is nonrefundable.

What are the main office hours?
The main office is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and closed on all major holidays.

Will I get to perform at the end of the session?
Classes will culminate in a presentation of work via an exhibition or a performance.

PAYMENT FOR ALL CLASSES: Full payment is due upon enrollment. The GCAC accepts checks, cash, and credit cards (Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover). Payments can be made at 210.271.3151, through the mail (1300 Guadalupe Street, SA TX, 78207) or online via our web site: www.guadalupeculturalarts.org.

Students can register at the Guadalupe offices located at 1300 Guadalupe Street or online at www.guadalupeculturalarts.org. All participants must have a current GCAC membership at the $25 level.