The Art House is excited to announce the start of our artist mentorship series for high school students! The first session will be led by variety entertainer and circus artist Brent McCoy and it is set for February 11th from 10am-12pm at Craftsbury Academy!

Brent McCoy of Vermont Vaudeville & Circus Smirkus will be hosting a FREE juggling and painting workshop for teens! There will be a free brunch beginning at 10am and lead into the workshop demonstrations.

There are only 10 spots still open so register now by emailing director@vermontarthouse.org and reserve your seat at the table for this free event!

More about Brent: "Brent grew up on a dairy farm in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. He developed an interest in juggling and circus as a teenager, and has folllowed his passion ever since. He started out teaching for Circus Smirkus, then practiced for hours a day during his time at Bates College. Upon graduating with a painting degree. he quickly discovered that performing was his passion, and he bgan to study theater and do shows. Besides touring his solo show, he currently performs "The Secret Circus" with his wife Maya, produces semi-annual shows with Vermont Vaudeville and teaches school residencies with YES! Theater."

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Feb 1, 2025, 10:30 to 11:30 AM

Feb 1, 2025, 1 to 3 PM