Connecticut Academy For The Arts

SEL Creativity Program/Partnership with Torrington Public Schools:PERSONALIZED LEARNING IN VISUAL ARTSCAFTA students receive training in various disciplines chosen from the following studies: Film, Fine Art, Photography, Design, Architecture, Graphic Design, Branding/Marketing. Each program is designed for individual students based on their interests, talents and capabilities. No two students are alike therefore CAFTA instructors work with each student to maximize their potential in what ever level they have reached from beginners to advanced studies as well as preparation for higher education and careers in the field of Art and Design.

CAFTA Friday Film Forum:is an adult film studies group that meets weekly to study the great international filmmakers,directors, and actors in the world of cinema. In the 10 years CAFTA Friday Film Forum (FFF) has been in session, over 500 award winning films from all over the world have been seen and discussed. In the new CAFTA Cineteque Theater (at 100 Prospect Street in Torrington, CT), films are shown on a 30 foot screen in a very comfortable studio environment. A "Happy Hour" informal cultural networking takes place from 6 pm until showtime at 6:45 pm. Refreshments are served at that time. Everyone is asked to bring either a savory or desert to share. Promptly at 6:45 pm the movie begins. After the film, coffee and dessert are served and everyone joins in the discussion to evaluate the tectonics and themes of the film, filmmakers and/or director. The conversation is always lively, interesting and informative. Many say it is the highlight of their week.Film classes may be audited film by film. Fee is $5 per class. New students can register at the door when they arrive.