About The Program
Ever wonder what really drives an artist’s work? Get the inside story at Center (On), SCA’s monthly series featuring intimate conversations with creatives across our organization. Every fourth Friday from February to November, members can cozy up for a free, hour-long deep dive into the creative process. (Non-members: $10)
May Center (On) Featured Exhibit:
Into the Woods
Friday, May 22 | 10-11 AM | SCA Lobby
Free for members, $10 for non-members
Step behind-the-scenes of our Into the Woods production for a peek at process of bringing a Broadway show to our stage. Wander through the undergrowth of the musical’s making, including insights on casting, set design, rehearsals, costuming, and more. Center (On) offers a rare chance to see firsthand all of the work that goes into SCA’s world-class performances, right here in Saugatuck.
If you’re a theater geek, aspiring actor, or just a lover of Broadway productions, you won’t want to miss this sneak behind the curtain!
About This Month’s Center (On) Speaker
Jaer Medina
Jaer Medina (b. 2001) is a Chicano artist and educator based in Holland, Michigan. He is a graduate of GVSU’s Department of Visual and Media Arts. Working across photography, collage, sculpture, and social practice, he builds his work with readily available tools. He often tinkers with found materials, home printers, and simple tools, such as hammer and nails to create work that is grounded in accessible craft. His practice challenges urban-normative ideas of culture by centering the space-making and creative traditions of Midwestern Mexican-American communities.
Outside his visual art practice, Jaer runs CREA, a community-centric art space and incubator exploring the role of art in public life through exhibitions, workshops, neighborhood newspapers, and other forms of public programming. He also serves as an instructor and program assistant at CultureWorks Transformative Art + Design Academy.
Up Next: Friday, May 22 | Center (On): Performance
Save the Dates
Each month the Center (On) will feature a different artist, performer or department at SCA. Talks will take place the fourth Friday of the month now through December 2026 from 10-11 AM at Saugatuck Center for the Arts. More info to come, so check back regularly!
March 27 | Center (On): Performance | Auditions recap |
April 24 | Center (On): Exhibitions | Kayla Powers, Flourish |
May 22 | Center (On): Theater | Into the Woods |
June 26 | Center (On): Education | Bryanna Manning, Mother Lake |
July 24 | Center (On): Vendors | Summer markets |
August 28 | Center (On): Performance | Once |
September 25 | Center (On): Vendors | Summer Markets |
October 23 | Center (On): Exhibitions |
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December 4 | Center (On): Education | Heather Winia |
