Fierce Play with Amy
Why PLAY? What is the power of PLAY?
Play opens the door to imagination. Imagination = Possibility. Possibility becomes Transformation. Play weaves community, reminds us of joy, of wonder, of our natural power to create. It is a healing, life-generating force that can shape new realities. This is why PLAY.
What is FIERCE PLAY? Theater? Art? Sound? Story? YES!
FIERCE PLAY is an energetic, full-bodied, multi-sensory experience. Created by ensemble theater director Amy Sass, FIERCE PLAY expands imaginative capacity through artistic agility. This holistic method is based in physical theater and interweaves dance, story building, visual art, and soundscape. Each session will find us up and moving, utilizing the body as a storytelling device, a kinetic sculpture, a musical instrument. In a short time you will be sweating, sounding and laughing with others. A kind of artistic intimacy emerges as we play in this artful, tactile environment. You will experience creative use of objects, masks, and puppets. This joy-based practice cultivates a deep sensory awareness, opens the expressive voice and breaks up psychic stuckness. We will invite the WEIRD, the WISE and the WILD into our practice. You will leave feeling ALIVE.
Class Info:
Instructor: Amy Sass
Assistant: Keith Davis
Class Price: $50-$75/class sliding scale
Fall Semester Series (4 classes): $200-$300 sliding scale
This class is for ages 18 and up.
This is a group movement-based class. There will be some physical contact.
There will be a short break midway through.
What to bring:
Loose clothing for movement, classes are taught barefoot or in movement shoes
Water bottle
Journal and pen
Humor, curiosity and a spirit of play!!
Testimonials from Participants:
“ A pedagogical miracle” - Marz D.
“ FIERCE PLAY is fantastical fun! There’s a certain vulnerability in the experience that causes this contagious joy and connection with the other participants. Under Amy’s energetic direction, a workout feels like playtime. I cannot wait until the next time I get to do this!” - T. Jones
Fierce Play with Amy
Why PLAY? What is the power of PLAY?
Play opens the door to imagination. Imagination = Possibility. Possibility becomes Transformation. Play weaves community, reminds us of joy, of wonder, of our natural power to create. It is a healing, life-generating force that can shape new realities. This is why PLAY.
What is FIERCE PLAY? Theater? Art? Sound? Story? YES!
FIERCE PLAY is an energetic, full-bodied, multi-sensory experience. Created by ensemble theater director Amy Sass, FIERCE PLAY expands imaginative capacity through artistic agility. This holistic method is based in physical theater and interweaves dance, story building, visual art, and soundscape. Each session will find us up and moving, utilizing the body as a storytelling device, a kinetic sculpture, a musical instrument. In a short time you will be sweating, sounding and laughing with others. A kind of artistic intimacy emerges as we play in this artful, tactile environment. You will experience creative use of objects, masks, and puppets. This joy-based practice cultivates a deep sensory awareness, opens the expressive voice and breaks up psychic stuckness. We will invite the WEIRD, the WISE and the WILD into our practice. You will leave feeling ALIVE.
Class Info:
Instructor: Amy Sass
Assistant: Keith Davis
Class Price: $50-$75/class sliding scale
Fall Semester Series (4 classes): $200-$300 sliding scale
This class is for ages 18 and up.
This is a group movement-based class. There will be some physical contact.
There will be a short break midway through.
What to bring:
Loose clothing for movement, classes are taught barefoot or in movement shoes
Water bottle
Journal and pen
Humor, curiosity and a spirit of play!!
Testimonials from Participants:
“ A pedagogical miracle” - Marz D.
“ FIERCE PLAY is fantastical fun! There’s a certain vulnerability in the experience that causes this contagious joy and connection with the other participants. Under Amy’s energetic direction, a workout feels like playtime. I cannot wait until the next time I get to do this!” - T. Jones
Fierce Play with Amy
Why PLAY? What is the power of PLAY?
Play opens the door to imagination. Imagination = Possibility. Possibility becomes Transformation. Play weaves community, reminds us of joy, of wonder, of our natural power to create. It is a healing, life-generating force that can shape new realities. This is why PLAY.
What is FIERCE PLAY? Theater? Art? Sound? Story? YES!
FIERCE PLAY is an energetic, full-bodied, multi-sensory experience. Created by ensemble theater director Amy Sass, FIERCE PLAY expands imaginative capacity through artistic agility. This holistic method is based in physical theater and interweaves dance, story building, visual art, and soundscape. Each session will find us up and moving, utilizing the body as a storytelling device, a kinetic sculpture, a musical instrument. In a short time you will be sweating, sounding and laughing with others. A kind of artistic intimacy emerges as we play in this artful, tactile environment. You will experience creative use of objects, masks, and puppets. This joy-based practice cultivates a deep sensory awareness, opens the expressive voice and breaks up psychic stuckness. We will invite the WEIRD, the WISE and the WILD into our practice. You will leave feeling ALIVE.
Class Info:
Instructor: Amy Sass
Assistant: Keith Davis
Class Price: $50-$75/class sliding scale
Fall Semester Series (4 classes): $200-$300 sliding scale
This class is for ages 18 and up.
This is a group movement-based class. There will be some physical contact.
There will be a short break midway through.
What to bring:
Loose clothing for movement, classes are taught barefoot or in movement shoes
Water bottle
Journal and pen
Humor, curiosity and a spirit of play!!
Testimonials from Participants:
“ A pedagogical miracle” - Marz D.
“ FIERCE PLAY is fantastical fun! There’s a certain vulnerability in the experience that causes this contagious joy and connection with the other participants. Under Amy’s energetic direction, a workout feels like playtime. I cannot wait until the next time I get to do this!” - T. Jones
Fierce Play with Amy
Why PLAY? What is the power of PLAY?
Play opens the door to imagination. Imagination = Possibility. Possibility becomes Transformation. Play weaves community, reminds us of joy, of wonder, of our natural power to create. It is a healing, life-generating force that can shape new realities. This is why PLAY.
What is FIERCE PLAY? Theater? Art? Sound? Story? YES!
FIERCE PLAY is an energetic, full-bodied, multi-sensory experience. Created by ensemble theater director Amy Sass, FIERCE PLAY expands imaginative capacity through artistic agility. This holistic method is based in physical theater and interweaves dance, story building, visual art, and soundscape. Each session will find us up and moving, utilizing the body as a storytelling device, a kinetic sculpture, a musical instrument. In a short time you will be sweating, sounding and laughing with others. A kind of artistic intimacy emerges as we play in this artful, tactile environment. You will experience creative use of objects, masks, and puppets. This joy-based practice cultivates a deep sensory awareness, opens the expressive voice and breaks up psychic stuckness. We will invite the WEIRD, the WISE and the WILD into our practice. You will leave feeling ALIVE.
Class Info:
Instructor: Amy Sass
Assistant: Keith Davis
Class Price: $50-$75/class sliding scale
Fall Semester Series (4 classes): $200-$300 sliding scale
This class is for ages 18 and up.
This is a group movement-based class. There will be some physical contact.
There will be a short break midway through.
What to bring:
Loose clothing for movement, classes are taught barefoot or in movement shoes
Water bottle
Journal and pen
Humor, curiosity and a spirit of play!!
Testimonials from Participants:
“ A pedagogical miracle” - Marz D.
“ FIERCE PLAY is fantastical fun! There’s a certain vulnerability in the experience that causes this contagious joy and connection with the other participants. Under Amy’s energetic direction, a workout feels like playtime. I cannot wait until the next time I get to do this!” - T. Jones
Family Bollywood
Walk ins are welcome.
If you’d like to reserve your spot, please sign up HERE
Family Bollywood
Walk ins are welcome.
If you’d like to reserve your spot, please sign up HERE
Summer Solstice: willPower & Grace
willPower & Grace is a rhythmic barefoot workout that blends athletic conditioning with fluid, intentional movement. Designed for movers who love musicality, coordination, posture, and body awareness, the class builds strength, stamina, balance, and graceful power from the ground up. The multi-level format allows students to progress at their own pace while still moving together as one connected room. Expect intelligent choreography, grounded footwork, and an energizing full-body experience.
1st Annual Spring Dance Recital
Come support and celebrate our fabulous dancers and all the hard work they have exerted this year. From ballet to breakin’ all of our dancers and instructors have prepared a fantastic show for you.
Bring family, friends and neighbors to come enjoy the world of FairyTale Fantasy!
Attendee Information
All ticket holders should come to will call with everyone in their group. Tickets will be under the name of the individual who purchased the ticket.
THIS SHOW IS SOLD OUT
Event Date: May 30, 2026
Will Call Opens at 1:00pm
Doors Open at 1:30pm
Show Begins at 2:00pm
Father Daughter Dance
Create lifelong memories at Poppy and Sage Studio’s Father-Daughter Dance. Dads will walk the red carpet with their daughters, take beautiful pictures (digital copies will be free to download), partake in refreshments, and dance the evening away.
Make the night extra special by dressing up, having a ‘getting ready’ party for the daughters, and making it a complete evening by having dinner at one of the outstanding Lyons restaurants! Many restaurants are within in walking distance.
Fundraiser for Kshitija
Join us to celebrate and support our wonderful instructor and friend, Kshitija! This full day of classes will aim to raise the money Kshitija needs for her Visa processing.
Class times will be announced prior to event.
All instructors have donated their time to bring you this fabulous line-up of classes. Please come take classes with us and donate what you can. Suggested donation is $20 per person, per class.
100% of donations will go directly to Kshitija.
Family Bollywood
CANCELLED: Family Bollywood
Instructor: Kshitija
Family pricing: $25/family
About Bollywood:
Bollywood dance class combines classical Indian dance, folk styles, and contemporary movement set to vibrant Bollywood music. Students learn expressive choreography that emphasizes rhythm, storytelling, and energetic footwork. The class celebrates culture, creativity, and joy through colorful and dynamic dance routines.
Introduction to Capoeira
Introduction to Capoeira Movement is a one-time workshop
Instructor: Marin Toscano
Duration: 1 hour (classtime) and ~30 min (Roda)
Date: Nov 8th
Time: 11am-12:30p
Family Pricing: $25/family
*Participants must be 7+ years
About Capoeira:
This dynamic class introduces students to Capoeira, the Afro-Brazilian martial art form that blends rhythmic movement, acrobatics, and dynamic, dance-like interaction. Participants learn foundational kicks, sweeps, escapes, and flowing sequences, while developing strength, flexibility, rhythm, and teamwork. Through games, music, and partner exercises, students experience Capoeira's unique blend of movement, culture, and self-expression.
What's a Roda?
A circle, or "roda", is central to Capoeira. It is a circle game where two people (or players) are inside the circle engaging in gameplay and "battle" while musicians and other participants around the circle provide the rhythm to guide the game, sing, clap, and bring energy to the roda. All participants will get the opportunity to play if they wish.