The River has provided an accessible, affordable arts education for students with disabilities and their siblings for over 25 years. Arts engagement activities in the classroom offer students the opportunity to expand their imaginations, express themselves creatively, and boost their confidence.

Our dynamic curriculum is led by teaching artists with expertise in their artistic discipline and experience working with students of all abilities. Teaching assistants and volunteers support students in the classroom. A licensed nurse is present during on site courses and camps throughout the year. Since 1996, The River has provided a fine arts education for students with disabilities and their siblings. By design its focus is working with students with disabilities in the arts, it is not a behavior modification or therapeutic program.

The River Spring 2025 thematic focus is El Teatro Musical!

the river spring COURSes

Courses take place on Saturdays at the City of Houston’s accessible parks facility, the Metropolitan Multiservice Center @ 1475 West Gray, between Dunlavy & Waugh, 77019.

spring semester: Saturdays / January 11 – March 22, 2025 (No classes March 15th)

TUITION:

Spring Registration: $175 per student/course

SPRING 2025 semester theme: El teatro musical

ACTING

Students learn the building blocks of acting, staging, & rehearsal tools through holiday musicals.

ART

Painting: Students learn techniques, tips, and tricks about brush application, color blending, and design when working with pigment and paint.

DANCE

Latin Dance: Students are introduced to Latin dance styles like salsa, cha cha, tango, and more in this energetic dance class.

ensemble

Theatre Games: Students will exercise focus, listening, and cooperative skills through ice breakers, role plays, and group activities.

music

Voice: Students discover how to use their voice to sing as part of a choir.

PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

All River courses may either be paid in full at the time of registration or placed on a payment plan. If utilizing the plan, please make sure to choose this option on the payment screen when registering.

Fall Payment Schedule
Date of initial registration: One-third payment
January 20, 2025: One-third payment
February 20, 2025: One-third payment

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The River has a no refund policy. Every minute of each class is essential, on-time and full-session attendance is mandatory. If a student needs to be withdrawn, contact the TUTS Education office at 713.558.8801 for options. Upon registration a confirmation email will be sent to you letting you know important class details.