Studio B Class Schedule

Note: Some classes request a Love Donation, please contact the appropriate teacher for details.

Studio B is located in the building next to and south of the theater.

Studio B is rentable for teachers or others who need space. Email info@oldtowncenter.org or call (928) 634-0940 for information.

Sundays

10:30 PM - 11:30 PM

Sunday, Sept 14th is the last session at Studio B

Sept. 21 is the GRAND OPENING of their new home at the Banquet Room of the Lux Verde Hotel
301 W SR 89-A, Cottonwood, AZ

For more information: ChurchofBlues.org

Church of Blues

FREE Church of Blues Session at Studio B!

Church of Blues has quickly become a local sanctuary for music lovers of all ages, and all skill levels - with a cordial invitation to veterans. This grassroots blues movement is co-led by Arizona musical mega-talents Suzie Schomaker, Lee Zimmer, Tommy "Rocks" Anderson, Don Whitcher, Sweet Baby Ray DeSylvester, and Ken Mikel.  Each week we have a visiting Guest Artist.

Under the guidance of Founding Pastor, the Deacon Manuel Carrasco, every session offers hands-on experience with fresh tunes, and blues classics from the Church of Blues Songbook in an all welcoming, judgment-free, environment. 

At the Church of Blues, “Music is our Religion, Rhythm is our Doctrine, and Harmony is our Prayer.”

Join us on Sundays!

For more information please visit our website:
ChurchofBlues.org

Sundays

3rd Sunday of month, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Dances of Universal Peace

Suggested donation $10 but no one turned away.

The Dances of Universal Peace are spiritual practice in motion. Drawing on the sacred phrases, teachings and poetry of many worldwide spiritual traditions, the Dances blend music, singing and movement into a living experience of Unity, Peace, Harmony and Healing. These simple circle dances are all taught as we do them.

Please join us!

For more information please visit our websites:

Dup-Naz.org

DancesofUniversalPeace.org

Thursdays

6:00 - 7:00 PM

Dance Roulette

Instructors: Samantha Noelle and Carolyn Porrata

by donation

Get ready to spin the wheel and groove with us at Dance Roulette! Join hosts Samantha Noelle and Carolyn Porrata for an electrifying, donation-based community class.

Each week, we mix things up with new moves and surprises. We introduce a variety of solo and partner dance styles. All levels are welcome—bring your vibe and let’s dance!

A division of Verde Valley Arts and Entertainment.

For more information please call Carolyn Porrata (512) 905-6070
or email carolyn.porrata@gmail.com

Fridays

4:00 - 6:00 PM

First Friday Open Mic Night

October 3, 2025

November 7, 2025

December 5, 2025

January 2, 2026

FREE at Studio B, Old Town Center for the Arts

Calling all Musicians & LIVE Music Lovers

Start your First Friday Art Walk at Studio B in Old Town Cottonwood!

Studio B at Old Town Center for the Arts presents First Friday Open Mic Nights hosted by legendary local musician Suzie Schomaker.

Performers may sign up between 3:00 and 4:00 PM prior to the event, with 2 songs per person (approximately 8-10 minutes total) limited to 8 performers.

After the Open Mic concert, players may enjoy participating in a group Jam Session. Attendance is free, with the option to donate to OTCA to help make these events possible for our community.

Mark your calendars!

Saturdays

9:30AM - 10:45AM

Dance Elementals: Flow

4 Week Fusion Belly Dance Series

Instructor: Nicola Emerald

$25 for drop ins
$85 for the series

Calling all dancers! Whether you are a beginner or intermediate dancer, you are invited to come train with me in my comprehensive four week belly dance training reset. We will learn the foundational isolation forms of fusion belly dance as well as explore the strength, flexibility and conditioning that is essential for a well rounded dance practice and dance life.

Dance Elementals Flow series is all about revitalizing your Inner Spark. I am delighted to share my beginner friendly introduction to fusion belly dance and my movement methodology, The Elemental Embodiment Method, fusing my years of training and practice into a cohesive program designed to strengthen and awaken the life force of each dancer, using the elements of Nature as thematic guides.

Finding Flow is the introductory series to my Dance Elementals format, designed to cultivate body awareness, expand inner radiance and unblock creative life force flow. In this series I introduce the fundamental belly dance forms that we build upon each week, along with ballet and yoga techniques to strengthen and open the body, mind, spirit and to build stamina. By the end of the series we have a working dance vocabulary to move and express from, and our inner radiance aligned to blossom fully into Summer.

Send inquiries to: emeraldsdojo@gmail.com

About the Instructor: Nicola Emerald

My path to dance began as an athlete, a state champion tennis player in my teenage years. I found my way to yoga in the nineties and fell in love with the practice, receiving my Yoga Alliance teacher training in Iyengar yoga in 1999 from Lex Gillan. Teaching yoga for fifteen years, I was profoundly shaped by this transformational discipline and lineage that still lies at the core essence of my teachings.

Expanding my exploration of movement, I delved into Pilates, barre methodologies, ballet technique, breath-work, and meditation.

Eventually, I found my calling in fusion belly dance and aerial arts. I have been privileged to study with some of the most influential figures in fusion belly dance, including Rachel Brice, Tiare Tashnick, and Zoe Jakes. I have completed Levels I and II of Rachel Brice's 8 Elements™ certification program, which offers a comprehensive approach to belly dance, focusing on technique, musicality, and personal development.

Currently, I am engaged in Zoe Jakes' DanceCraft training, a multi-tiered program emphasizing fusion belly dance fundamentals and artistic expression. As a performer, I perform with Hydrangea Sky Movement Arts in Cottonwood, showcasing both belly dance and aerial arts.