Learn something new at the Skirball! Our enrichment classes feature expert instructors and a friendly and welcoming environment to flex your creativity, explore history and culture, ask questions, and gain insights into Skirball collections and exhibitions.
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Bam! Crack! Dot! An Introduction to Mah Jongg
Wednesdays, September 24–October 15, 10:00 am–12:30 pm
Wednesdays, October 22–November 12, 10:00 am–12:30 pmLearn to play this enjoyable, social, and thought-provoking game! This course introduces the beginner to the basic rules and simple strategies.
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The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals—Part II
Thursdays, October 9–November 20, 1:00–3:00 pm
Part two of this course will continue to look at the history of “The Golden Age of Hollywood Musicals” while also looking at animation and rock 'n' roll’s influence on the genre.
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Skirball Book Groups: Modern Takes, Timeless Tales
September 2025–January 2026
These lively discussion groups are quick to sell out for a reason! This semester dives into fresh, imaginative retellings of literary favorites that reframe familiar characters and plots through a contemporary lens.
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Chagall et al: Jewish Artists Throughout History
Tuesdays, September 30–November 18, 10:00–11:30 am
Explore the works of well-known Jewish artists Marc Chagall and Amedeo Modigliani and how their Jewish identity shaped their art.
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Creative Writing at the Skirball: Introduction to Short Story Writing
Tuesdays, September 16–November 18, 12:00–2:00 pm
Develop a writing process, read short stories, use prompts to encourage creative flow, and write your own short stories in this eight-week class.
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Nazarian Applied Arts: Acrylic Painting
Tuesdays, September 30–November 25, 12:00–3:00 pm
Journey into the creative and expressive sides of acrylic painting through personal expression and locating your inner artist.
Please note: Nazarian Applied Arts courses were previously held at Milken Community School. They will now take place on the Skirball campus.
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Broadway's Dynamic Duos
Thursdays, January 8–February 19, 1:00–3:00 pm
Join us for this celebration of Broadway’s greatest music, written by three iconic duos: Rodgers & Hart, Rodgers & Hammerstein, and Lerner & Loewe.
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Skirball Book Groups: The American Tapestry
February–June 2026
These lively discussion groups are quick to sell out for a reason! This semester journeys from the Civil War to the present day in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary.
