FAQ

Please utilize the Art Studios Directional Map to try and find your classroom. There are wayfinding maps, signs, and directories on campus as well. We recommend arriving 10-15 minutes before your class on the first day to provide ample time for parking and to find your classroom space. Students can also utilize this campus map as well. 

Classes are reviewed 3 business days in advance of the start date. Classes without enough student enrollment will be cancelled. Students will be contacted and refunded, or students may be given the option by Box Office staff to switch to the same or similar class at a different time and date. If you do not receive a call from the Box Office, you should assume your class is running.

Please check the class description or your email inbox to know if materials are required on the first day or if your instructor sent you a materials list. Students are given access to tools and equipment in the studios, and beginning classes may provide some initial materials. However, all students are responsible for providing their own supplies. Instructors can provide recommendations for where to purchase. If you haven’t received any word from your instructor, you are welcome to contact them directly or to contact ArtStudioClass@mesaartscenter.com.

Dance classes shouldn’t require any materials and generally require loose or comfy clothing. Specific clothing and/or shoes are not required by any of our movement courses.

Yes! The main elevator is located parallel to Center Street in between the two studio buildings opposite the theater buildings.

There is ample free parking at Mesa Arts Center and the surrounding streets. Mesa Arts Center open-air parking lot is located on the northeast corner of Center Street and 1^st Avenue, one block south of Main Street and Center. Mesa Arts Center is located at 1 E Main Street. Surrounding streets with free parking include Center Street, 1^st Avenue, Main Street, and Sirrine.

Please Note: There are frequent events at Mesa Arts Center so parking may be limited in the parking lot and students will be advised of high-traffic days via email in the bi-monthly Art Studios E-Newsletter or sometimes by the boxoffice@mesaartscenter.com email for City events that may impact parking. 

Students with accessibility needs or who would like a security escort at night are encouraged to call the Security office 30 minutes prior to the time you would like to be picked up at (480) 644-6630. Please allow 10 minutes for pick-up.

Please communicate any and all serious concerns or challenges to the Director of Studios, Laura Wilde, at laura.wilde@mesaartscenter.com .

Yes, we encourage you to talk to the instructor ahead of time to ensure you have permission and that they can assess your ability and ensure you have the best classroom experience. Youth under the age of sixteen and are at an intermediate level can also request to be enrolled in a beginning adult class. Please contact the Box Office at (480) 644-6500 to place this request.