Welcome to Arts Academy!

At Friends of Club 21, our vision is that every individual with Down syndrome would flourish into his or her full potential and live an abundant life.

Our Arts Academy is a vibrant, inclusive space where those with Down syndrome and other special abilities, explore their creativity, build confidence, and express themselves through high-quality visual and performing arts programs.

We celebrate every person’s unique talents and empower them to shine—on stage, on canvas, and in life.

Spring 2026 Class Registration Now Open! 

This spring, our Arts Academy invites students on an imaginative journey—Inside Out: A Journey Through Emotions—where drama, art, dance, and music bring each emotion to life. Inspired by the themes of the film Inside Out, classes will explore emotions through original ideas, creative expression, and student-led artwork (not a recreation of the movie or its characters).

Saturday-only classes begin February 21. The semester will culminate with a Spring Showcase on May 2 where family and friends will be invited to come celebrate our Arts Academy students. This special event will highlight what each class learned and created throughout the semester.

Empowering Classes

The Arts Academy aims to provide a platform where individuals with Down syndrome can showcase their abilities, build lasting friendships, and develop skills that extend beyond the stage.

A variety of classes offered spring and fall semesters in music, theater, dance, and visual arts.

A Place to Shine

Whether participants are taking their first steps on stage or honing their skills, the Arts Academy is a place where every person is valued, and every dream can take flight.

The fall semester culminates with a holiday variety show, Christmas This Year Holiday Spectacular and the spring semester with a family friendly musical & art show, tailored to nurture creativity and confidence.

A Place to Shine

Whether participants are taking their first steps on stage or honing their skills, the Arts Academy is a place where every person is valued, and every dream can take flight.

The fall semester culminates with a holiday variety show, Christmas This Year Holiday Spectacular and the spring semester with a family friendly musical & art show, tailored to nurture creativity and confidence.

Join the Movement

The Friends of Club 21 Arts Academy is more than a program—it’s a movement to reimagine inclusion and celebrate diversity through the arts.

By joining us, you’re not just supporting an initiative; you’re helping to create a world where everyone has a place to belong.

Join this exciting journey! We need teachers, volunteers, sponsors and together, we can build a vibrant arts community where everyone can shine.