arts access initiative programming guide for creative schools

Programming Guide for Creative Schools

as of Tuesday, July 10, 2015

Table of Contents

PROGRAMMING SELECTION .................................................................................. 2

OTHER RESOURCES (NOT FUNDED THROUGH AAI) ......................................... 29

ARTS ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY ...................................................................... 32

Contact:

Deborah Lugo Director, Arts Access Initiative

[email protected]

713-520-9267

Available by phone: July 14 Office hours: July 16, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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Arts Access Initiative, 4550 Post Oak Place, #230, Houston, Texas 77027, www.artsaccessinitiatve.org

Young Audiences of Houston, Arts for Learning, a 501(c)(3) organization, is the backbone organization and fiscal agent for the Arts Access Initiative

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ARTS ACCESS INITIATIVE PROGRAMMING SELECTION

The following programs are eligible for funding through the Arts Access Initiative. Other

eligible programs may be available from these partners. These listings are accurate as of the date listed on the title page. Listings will be added in updated versions of this guide as they

become available. Alley Shows for Kids (ASK) - Alley Theatre With two sold-out “Oskar” shows touring in 2014-15, Alley Shows for Kids have performed 139 assemblies at 92 schools. Oskar and the Big Bully Battle! and the brand new Oskar and the Curiously Colorful Clash! educate Houston students about bullying and diversity. Through wacky scenarios and imaginary adventures, Oskar teaches K - 5th graders how to accept others and themselves. With the AAI Advantage offer, you can book up to 2 assemblies of the fall tour, Oskar and the Big Bully Battle! Enhancing the experience is a groundbreaking digital study guide, Alley Re-Sourced, which provides interactive classroom learning tools including a sequencing map of the play, worksheets and activities for all grade levels, and other links for teaching diversity in the classroom. You will also find the Stage Craft page full of videos explaining the play and how it was created.

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Dates Available: Bully Battle, Sept 28 - Oct.30, 2015, Curiously Colorful Clash, February 8th – March 25, 2016

Program Length: 55 minutes

Grade Levels: K-5

Audience Limit: 600, preferred splitting k-2 and 3-5

Pricing: AAI Advantage 11-School BUNDLE = $700 Back-to-Back Assemblies = $750 Contact Information: Please contact Ragan Rhodes, [email protected] to book your fall or spring dates.

Backstage Tours - Alley Theatre The Alley Theatre is notable in the history of American Theatre! It is one of America’s most iconic performances spaces and it will be open to the public again this November! Get VIP access to Alley Theatre’s one-of-a-kind production facilities and engage your students with a first-hand look at life in the newly renovated theatre. Workshops can be designed to expose your students to the many life-skills involved in the craft of theatre. This offer is reserved for groups no larger than 90.

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Dates Available: Year round

Program Length:

Grade Levels: 3rd to 8th

Audience Limit: No more than 90

Pricing: $20/student, Free/chaperone Contact Information: Contact Alex Odem, [email protected] to book your tour!


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Staging STEM - Alley Theatre Staging STEM is an arts-integration program which uses theatre to teach STEM core content in the classroom. Students learn through a kinesthetic approach to express their knowledge in unique ways that present strong results in assessments. These 10-day residencies have grown remarkably in just a year, from 7 residencies to 39 residencies. This growth illustrates the demand classroom teachers have for innovative and engaging programs that boost concept and vocabulary retention. Professional Development: Our staff of trained Teaching Artists bring years of classroom experience and professional theatre training together to provide enriching professional development opportunities for your teachers, administrators, and campus teams. Use the resources of a nationally celebrated theatre to your student’s advantage.

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Dates Available: 2015 - 2016

Program Length: 10 days

Grade Levels: K-8

Audience Limit: N/A

Pricing: 2 classrooms = $700 3 classrooms = $1,050 4 classrooms = $1,250 5 classrooms = $1,450 6 classrooms = $2,000 Professional Development = FREE with whole school or Staging STEM grade level Contact Information: Contact Sarah Bassinger, [email protected] to book!

JAMBALAYA! A celebration of African American Music and History - Aperio, Music of the Americas Continuing a pilot program begun in 2013, Aperio will continue to present an educational program entitled “Jambalaya” benefitting elementary and middle school students in the Houston Independent School District. This interactive and collaborative program will be performed by gospel vocalist Barbara Tucker and pianist Michael Pickett. Using a lively, interactive, and customizable format, Ms. Tucker and Mr. Pickett take students on an historical journey exploring the African-American experience through folk song, gospel, jazz and poetry. Following a short residency of four rehearsals led by the artists, participating choral students will give a public performance. This educational experience can be customized to fit the school environment, with additional rehearsals, or presented as a one time visit in a concert format performed by the artists. A format for classroom presentations is available as well. Additional instruments and singers may be provided at the school's request. Technical requirements for this event are rather simple. The artists will need a piano and two microphones to perform the basic program.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: 45 Minutes or customizable to run shorter

Grade Levels: K-8

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Pricing: Full Residency (four services: rehearsals with choir and director, including performance): $1,000. One time visit - Performance by Ms. Tucker and Mr. Pickett: $350. Possible subsidy may be available. Contact Information: Michael Zuraw, DMA, President, Artistic Director or [email protected]

Renaissance Rock - Ars Lyrica Houston In "Renaissance Rock" the Crumhorn Collective introduces audiences to more than fifteen fascinating wind and string instruments of the Renaissance. Through a lighthearted, varied, and highly entertaining program featuring dance and consort music from six different European countries, audiences explore the uniquely modular sound and instrumentation possibilities inherent to Renaissance music and instruments. The highlight is a “mixed consort” presentation, in which audiences are invited to participate by suggesting and hearing different instrument combinations for the dance tunes they get to know. When space permits, the participants even get up and learn several Renaissance dances themselves, which allows them to connect with the music on a physical level and enhances their understanding of Renaissance culture. Five musicians dressed in Renaissance costumes play consorts of viols, recorders, crumhorns; plus bagpipes, and hurdy-gurdy.

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Dates Available: May 10 - 31, 2016


Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: N/A

Pricing: Single Assembly $500, Back to Back Assembly $750 Contact Information: Kinga Ferguson, Executive Director 713-622-7443 or [email protected]

Songs from the Heart - Ars Lyrica Houston A bi-lingual program "Songs from the Heart" will introduce K-12 students to early vocal literature and period instruments. This program, designed for big assemblies and curated by bilingual mezzo-soprano Cecilia Duarte and percussionist Jesus Manuel, will feature � solo vocal works in various languages and styles (with special emphasis on Spanish and Latin American repertoire) �accompanied by percussion and continuo instruments. A smaller vocal residency, designed to �give students with some musical experience a better �understanding of the history of song, will include � individual coaching �and give students the opportunity to improve their performing skills and knowledge about early music. Mezzo-soprano Cecilia Duarte created the role of Renata in Houston Grand Opera’s world premiere of Cruzar la Cara de la Luna, and has toured with it at the Théâtre du Châtelet in Paris, France, Chicago Lyric Opera, San Diego Opera, and Arizona Opera. She has also been an HGOco outreach artist since 2007 performing for young audiences in bilingual programs. Versatile Spanish percussionist Jesus Pacheco Manuel has performed for Youth Andalusia’s Orchestra, the Divan (under Baremboim), Stuttgart Festival Ensemble, Royal Seville Symphony Orchestra, Cordoba’s Symphony Orchestra, Mercury, Bach Society, and the Houston Latin Philharmonic, among others.

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Dates Available: Available in Spring 2016


Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Single Assembly $400 / Back to Back Assembly $650 Contact Information: Kinga Ferguson, Executive Director 713-622-7443 or [email protected]


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ArtBound! in-school Artist Residencies - Art League Houston Art League Houston's artist residency program, ArtBound!, is a curriculum-based, in-school arts program at H.I.S.D. Title-1 elementary schools with little or no visual arts instruction. Classroom teachers participate in the planning process to ensure that the residencies support and enhance their classroom objectives. Each residency has an Art League Houston teaching artist visiting a school eight to ten times during a semester, working with three classrooms per visit. For each visit, the teaching artist works with each class for approximately one hour. Art League Houston teaching artists are professional artists and experienced teaching artists. The residencies, including art supplies, are offered free of charge to the participating schools. In addition, the ArtBound! residencies connect to H.I.S.D. curriculum and is provided primarily to grade levels third through fifth. Each ArtBound! residency includes a culminating event, which can be an informal showing of student art work at the participating school or at a neighborhood library or other venue. The Art League Houston teaching artist collects the artwork from the teachers and works with an Art League staff member to prepare and hang the art.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: 8 – 10 weeks per semester

Pricing: Free, but limited to three schools only Contact Information: Zachary Gresham, Education Programs Director 713-523-9530 or [email protected]

Guided Tours - Contemporary Arts Museum Houston We engage students with inquiry based gallery tours. Our goals are to develop and strengthen students' analytical skills by viewing discussing contemporary art. These skills can be employed not only in a museum setting, but can also carry over to all aspects of intellectual development. Students are encouraged to form and express opinions, and to be a part of the dialogue. Our tour guides are all artists and art historians with a passion for education.

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Dates Available: Contact [email protected] to schedule

Program Length: 1-2 hours

Grade Levels: K-12 Audience Limit: Based on tour guide availability. We have accommodated groups of up to 150 students.

Pricing: Complimentary for Title I schools and students. Contact Information: Michael Simmonds, Tour Programs Coordinator 713 284 8276 or [email protected]

Guided Tours with Workshops - Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Workshops employ a variety of “hands-on” art making techniques to tie in themes from the exhibitions. Held in the museum in our education room.

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Dates Available: Contact to [email protected] to schedule


Grade Levels: K-12

Audience Limit: 24 students per workshop

Pricing: Complimentary for Title I schools and students. Contact Information: Michael Simmonds, Tour Programs Coordinator 713 284 8276 or [email protected]


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A Lit t le Day Music – Lunchtime Concert Series - Da Camera of Houston A Little Day Music is a series of free concerts presented at noon on the first Wednesday of the month in the Grand Foyer of the Wortham Center. Each concert is designed to deliver Da Camera’s signature programming to an audience including senior citizens, downtown professionals, and students. The series features a variety of chamber music and jazz, presented in an accessible one-hour concert format. Audiences are invited to bring and enjoy their lunch while listening to the music.

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Dates Available: The dates for 2015/2016 are Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2, 2015; and Feb. 3, March 2, Apr. 6, May 4, 2016.

Program Length: One hour

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 250

Pricing: Free Contact Information: Craig Hauschildt, Director of Education and Community Initiatives (713) 524-7601 x.19 or [email protected]

Music Encounters with Da Camera Young Artists - Da Camera of Houston Music Encounters lessons bring classical music and jazz directly to students in the classroom. The mission of the program is to establish creative learning environments for the core-curricular subjects in line with the TEKS by promoting collaboration between artists, students and classroom teachers. Da Camera teaching artists work in close collaboration with educators to connect music with the topics students are learning to create meaningful arts-integrated lessons. Lessons are very flexible and tailored to meet the needs of the students and teachers and typically occur over the course of a 1-day or 2-day visit.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: Variable but typically 1-day or 2-day visit

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $100/hr – HISD schools qualify for up to 100% subsidy Contact Information: Craig Hauschildt, Director of Education and Community Initiatives (713) 524-7601 x.19 or [email protected]

Rhythm Residency with Sam Dinkins III - Da Camera of Houston The art of reading, writing and creating rhythms! – This 10-week residency will introduce a new, fun and exciting way of learning how to read music; write music notes & symbols; and create rhythms to be played and performed on drums & other percussion instruments.

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Program Length: 10 weeks

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Pricing: $1250 for a 10-week residency – HISD schools qualify for up to 50% subsidy Contact Information: Craig Hauschildt, Director of Education and Community Initiatives (713) 524-7601 x.19 or [email protected]

Sam Dinkins III Educational Jazz Concerts - Da Camera of Houston The Sam Dinkins III Trio presents a variety of educational jazz concerts, including The Afro-American Experience, Cinco de Mayo, Latin Percussion, & Cartoon Jazz. These interactive and fun concerts can be a single performance at your school or be paired with a Rhythm Residency as a culminating event for students and parents.

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Program Length: One hour

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 350

Pricing: $800 – HISD schools qualify for up to 50% subsidy Contact Information: Craig Hauschildt, Director of Education and Community Initiatives (713) 524-7601 x.19 or [email protected]

Artist Lectures/Presentations by FotoFest Visit ing Artist ( local and international) - FotoFest International In conjunction with FotoFest exhibition, the Literacy Through Photography program looks towards our schools to host a free artist lecture/presentation for your interested classrooms. Strongly aligned with Fine Art and ELA classrooms, these lectures bring an artist to your student to present their work, artistic philosophy, and to encourage students to consider careers in the arts. When necessary, FotoFest will secure translators to assist with communication while on-site.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: 60 – 90 minute presentations

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Free with pre-registration and subject to availability of artist (online or via email to [email protected]) Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]

FotoFest Exhibit Tours for Schools & Community Groups - FotoFest International Experience FotoFest’s year around exhibitions and discover the finest contemporary photography and photo-related artwork from around the globe. Ranging from traditional photography to installations, video, and new media work, FotoFest exhibitions challenge even the youngest of viewers to contemplate a variety of issues and countries of origin. Each tour is free with pre-registration, activities for students, and is approximately 60 minutes in length.

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Program Length: 60 – 90 minutes

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Pricing: Free with pre-registration (online or via email to [email protected]) Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]

L i teracy Through Photography Outreach Visit - FotoFest International Ranging in topics from the History of Photography and Reading Photographs to a deeper exploration of FotoFest exhibitions and selected artworks, these outreach visits allow for us to bring FotoFest to you and your students. Student activities are often woven into these sessions to keep students engaged and focused. Each outreach visit is approximately 60-90 minutes in length and can be booked by emailing [email protected]

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Program Length: 60 – 90 minute presentations

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $90/visit Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]

L i teracy Through Photography –Residency Programs (in -school & after-school) - FotoFest International Literacy Through Photography offers exciting hands-on instruction through our LTP Cohort Residency Program. Led by a professional trained artist-educator, LTP residency programs engage students in the basics of photography and the creative writing process. The activities presented as part of the program challenges students to be creative, be critical observers of their own experiences and tell their stories through visual images and personal narrative. LTP workshops culminate in an exhibition of student work for the school community, held in a professional gallery space near Downtown Houston in early to mid-May.

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Dates Available:


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Pricing: $90/hour Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]


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The Hobby Center presents: Framing Dance with Karen Stokes Dance - The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts - Discovery Series Kicking off storytelling month in February, the Discovery Series at the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts presents "Framing Dance" with Karen Stokes Dance. In "Framing Dance" students investigate dance, answering the question "What does it mean?" Using storytelling as the launching pad, the students take a journey that starts with a story of Cinderella and ends in the abstract world of contemporary dance. Through viewing dance in a polished theater setting, students engage their own imaginations by considering the meaning of dance through live performances by Travesty Dance Group. Students have the opportunity to discuss their reactions with the company members, as well as join the dancers on stage in a performance. "Framing Dance" impacts art appreciation as the fundamental concepts can be adapted to music, visual art and theatre. "Framing Dance" is an exciting and unique multi-media, interactive event that includes projections, performances by the company, narration by company director Karen Stokes and an on-stage experimental event with the students. For a Copy of the Curriculum Guide log onto: http://www.thehobbycenter.org/sites/default/files/KSD.curriculumpacket.2012.r.pdf For more information on how to book these FREE field trips with busing included please contact Annalisa Minnitti at [email protected]

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Dates Available: Tuesday Feb 02, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Wednesday Feb 03, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Thursday Feb 04, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.

Program Length: 1 hour

Grade Levels: 2nd to 8th

Audience Limit: 150 students or one grade level per school per performance run.

Pricing: Free, with bus subsidies provided Contact Information: Annalisa Minnitti, Managing Director of Uniquely Houston (713) 315-2428 or [email protected]

Hope Stone’s Say Please and Thank You - The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts - Discovery Series “Say Please and Thank You” is a multi-disciplinary production choreographed by Jane Weiner, featuring Hope Stone Dance Company along with actors Troy Schulze and Justin Doran. The project is a 3 part dance-theater performance with sections based on: “Bear's Picture” by Daniel Pinkwater, select poems from Shel Silverstein’s “Where the Sidewalk Ends,” and a condensed, child-adapted version of Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” written by guest artist and collaborator Ian Gallanar. Our goal is to challenge young audiences with the concept of abstract versus literal interpretations of these stories, encouraging them to use their imaginations while also giving them a gentle and positive introduction to the arts. The piece will premiere at The Hobby Center’s “Discovery Series” targeting Houston public schools with disadvantaged populations. We will also perform in Port Isabel, near the Texas/Mexico border where poverty is rampant and access to the arts is scarce. For more information on how to book these FREE field trips with busing included please contact Annalisa Minnitti at [email protected]

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Dates Available: Wednesday Mar 02, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Thursday Mar 03, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. Friday Mar 04, 2016 9:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.



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Fall Mixed Repertory Program – featuring Ghost Dances - Houston Ballet Christopher Bruce's Ghost Dances movingly evokes the political upheavals of Latin America, danced to the haunting music of Inti-Illimani. Also featured on this program is Stanton Welch’s Tapestry, a spectacular showcase for Houston Ballet’s dancers, to Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 5. Rising star choreographer and former Houston Ballet dancer Garrett Smith is also set to create his second world premiere on the company. Study guides and interactive intermissions extend the learning experience.

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Dates Available: September 25, 2015 at 10:30am

Program Length: 2 hours

Grade Levels: 5th-12th

Audience Limit: Unlimited

Pricing: $5-$20 per ticket Contact Information: Jennifer Sommers, Associate Director, Education and Community Engagement (713) 535-3207 or [email protected]

Sleeping Beauty - Houston Ballet In celebration of his 80th birthday, Houston Ballet will revive Artistic Director Emeritus Ben Stevenson’s spectacular staging of The Sleeping Beauty, which launched Stevenson’s career as a choreographer in London in 1967. The ballet is based on the classic French fairytale by Charles Perrault: a beautiful princess is cursed by an evil fairy, and doomed to sleep for a hundred years -- only to be awakened by the kiss of the handsome prince who loves her. Desmond Heeley's spectacular designs beautifully evoke the magic, drama and whimsy of this great work. Study guides and interactive intermissions extend the learning experience.

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Dates Available: February 26, 2016 and March 1, 2016 at 10:00am

Program Length: 2.5 hours

Grade Levels: PK-12th



The Nutcracker - Houston Ballet A wonderful ballet for the entire family, The Nutcracker is the perfect way to introduce young children to the power and beauty of classical dance. Join Clara on her unforgettable journey as she travels to the Land of Snow and the Kingdom of Sweets, and marvel as the Sugar Plum Fairy and the Nutcracker Prince dance a pas de deux of crystalline beauty. Study guides and interactive intermissions extend the learning experience.

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Dates Available: December 9 and 10, 2015 at 11:00am



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Grade Levels: PK-12th



After-school Theater Program - Main Street Theater Create your own play out of nothing.

AFTER-SCHOOL Dates Available:

Program Length: Minimum 8 weeks, one hour a week.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 15 students to perform. Unlimited audience to watch

Pricing: $100/hr. Contact Information: Jonathan Gonzalez, Director of Education 713.524.7998 or [email protected]

Drama Day - Main Street Theater Three teachers rotate workshops in various theater subjects.

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CAMPUS Dates Available: $400 for three teachers and three workshops of 15 to 25 students each.

Program Length: Minimum two hours 15 minutes (for three rotating 45 minute sessions)

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 75 students for three teachers to rotate

Pricing: Contact Information: Jonathan Gonzalez, Director of Education 713.524.7998 or [email protected]

In-school Residency - Main Street Theater Create a play, do creative dramatics, perform a 1-act or poem.

RESIDENCY Dates Available:

Program Length: Minimum 8 weeks, one hour a week.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 30 students. Unlimited audience to watch.


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Pricing: $100/hr. Contact Information: Jonathan Gonzalez, Director of Education 713.524.7998 or [email protected]

Peer to Peer Shakespeare - Main Street Theater Learn about Shakespeare in a hands on way. This program has a touring show component.

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Program Length: 45-minute presentation; Optional 15 minutes for questions

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: Up to 75 students

Pricing: $400/workshop; $200/show Contact Information: Jonathan Gonzalez, Director of Education 713.524.7998 or [email protected]


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Theater for Youth Season - Field Trip Performances - Main Street Theater Goodnight Moon Based on the book by Margaret Wise Brown “In the great green room, there was a telephone and a red balloon and a picture of ‐‐ the cow jumping over the moon...” Published in 1947, Goodnight Moon is the beloved bedtime story that has charmed and comforted generations of children. Brought to life with such characters as the 3 bears and the dish and the spoon, this classic short story is expanded to a fully realized musical production. Lyle, Lyle Crocodile Based on Lyle, Lyle Crocodile and The House on East 88th Street by Bernard Waber When the Primm family moves into their apartment they find a crocodile in their bathtub, and nobody knows quite what to do. But his singing and dancing soon convince them that Lyle is a perfect addition and is here to stay! Audiences of all ages will be reminded not to judge people (or crocodiles) and to love one another as they are. A tap‐dancing, high‐energy holiday spectacular for all families! Bridge to Terabithia Based on the book by Katherine Paterson Jess, a farm boy, develops a friendship with new girl Leslie after she beats him in a race at school. Together they create Terabithia, a fantasy kingdom that allows them to escape from the hardships of reality. When tragedy strikes, the adventures from Terabithia help Jess to cope. A powerful story about friendship, imagination, and courage. Junie B. Jones Based on the book series by Barbara Park She’s baaaack!!! The sassy Junie B. returns to Main Street Theater in a new adaptation from Barbara Park’s best‐selling books. This time she is facing first grade: new glasses? new best friend? Join us for more of Junie’s exciting and crazy adventures! Harriet the Spy Based on the book by Louise Fitzhugh Harriet M. Welsch is a spy. In her trusty notebook, she writes down everything she sees, thinks, and feels about everyone – everything. When her notebook is lost, she must use all her super‐spy techniques to try to get it back before someone reads it. A heartfelt musical about being true to yourself!

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Dates Available: Goodnight Moon (10/6 - 11/6) Lyle the Crocodile (11/17 - 12/18) Bridge to Terabithia (1/26 - 2/19)* Junie B. Jones: The Musical (3/1 - 4/1) Harriet the Spy (4/12 - 5/20) Times: 9:30am, 11:00am, 12:30pm *9:30am, 11:45am **9:30am, 11:00am


Grade Levels: Varies by production

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $6.00 with reductions possible Contact Information: http://www.mainstreettheater.com/youththeater/schoolgroups.html


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Theater for Youth Season - Touring Performance - Main Street Theater Magic Tree House: A Night in New Orleans Based on the book A Good Night for Ghosts MAGIC TREE HOUSE #42 by Mary Pope Osborne Book & Lyrics by Will Osborne & Murray Horwitz Music & Additional Lyrics by Allen Toussaint Adventure awaits as Jack and Annie, beloved Magic Tree House characters, take on their next mission in 1915 New Orleans. Their task? To inspire Louis Armstrong to bring jazz to the world. Based on the popular Magic Tree House book, A Good Night for Ghosts, this musical will introduce young audiences to the sounds and history of jazz!

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Dates Available: Oct. 19 - Dec. 11, 2015 Feb. 8 - May 20, 2016


Grade Levels: Elementary

Audience Limit: Please contact the theater for details.

Pricing: Please contact the theater for details. Contact Information: Arianna Day, Tour Booking Manager 713-524-9196 x103 or [email protected]

Ballet Folklorico, Classical Ballet and / or Modern Dance - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) Beginner, intermediate, and advance levels – develop creative expression and improvisation by means of various body movement; find and develop a strong sense of self-worth; increase the ability to execute established dance form; execute national and international dances that will be learned at various levels of difficulty.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: 1 hour/ twice a week

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 25 students

Pricing: $75/hr. per arts educator Contact Information: Alice Valdez, Executive Director & Founder 832-865-6157 or [email protected]

Creative Explorations - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) A fun, unique, & exploratory Visual Arts Program for children with autism & special needs

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Cultural Enrichment Field Trips to MECA (Located in the historic Old Sixth Ward at historic Dow School) - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) Cultural installations such as Dia de los Muertos altars; ethnic & classical performances by MECA arts staff and National Performance Network artists-in- residence; Walk the Labyrinth Project titled – “Tierra, Viento y Luz”- STEM + Arts integrating mechanical & civil engineering and Public Art

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Pricing: $10 per student and chaperones; additional fees depending on performance presentation Contact Information: Alice Valdez, Executive Director & Founder 832-865-6157 or [email protected]

Instrumental Music in Classical Studies - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) Beginner, intermediate, and advance levels in woodwinds, brass, and percussion.



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Mariachi Instrumental & Vocal Music - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) Beginner, intermediate, and advance levels for guitar, violin, vihuela, guitarron trumpet.



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Pricing: $75/ hour – this ethnic art form will require 1 teacher for harmony (guitar, vihuela, guitarron), and 1 teacher for violin and trumpet Contact Information: Alice Valdez, Executive Director & Founder 832-865-6157 or [email protected]

Visual Arts, Photography Stop-motion Animation Fiber Arts, Mosaic - MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) Introduction to 2D & 3D Design, foundations, principals, and elements of Design, techniques in painting, drawing, and various sculptured forms of art, introduction to mixed media.

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WORKSHOP Dates Available:

Program Length: 1 hour, twice a week

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Cello Choir - Mercury Up to 12 students training with teaching artist.


Program Length: Minimum of two 9-week commitments. Best for Whole Year.

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Pricing: $95/hr. Minimum 2 hrs. Contact Information: Andres Gonzalez, Education Manager 713-305-6792 or [email protected]

Suzuki Violin Choir - Mercury Up to 25 students training with a Suzuki certified teacher.


Program Length: Minimum of two 9-week commitments. Best for Whole Year.

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Pricing: $95/hr., minimum 2 hrs Contact Information: Andres Gonzalez, Education Manager 713-305-6792 or [email protected]

Team Teaching - Mercury Add a fresh and creative point of view in your classroom. Mercury will send two or three artists to your classroom to share their expertise with students and teachers alike. With our method of Team-Teaching, orchestra directors can go about their rehearsals while we “walk” around and supervise student’s technique and add to the classroom discussion. We will also, at the discretion of the orchestra director, split into Sectionals to provide a more in-depth look at each section. This highly interactive program has been proven and tested by our qualified staff at YES Prep West, where we have enjoyed residency for the past four years.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: Once a Week. Minimum of a 9-week commitment.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: Up to 35 Students

Pricing: $85/hr. per artist. Minimum 2 Class Periods. Contact Information: Andres Gonzalez, Education Manager 713-305-6792 or [email protected]

What Would Ben Franklin Have on His iPod? - Mercury Ever wonder what our Founding Fathers did with their spare time? What kind of music did they listen to in order to relax from the pressures of steering the birth of our country? Mercury has the answer! This interactive performance will touch on the lives of some of the Founding Fathers through the power of music. Our performance will focus on four key delegates present at the signing of the Declaration of Independence as well as the different musical forms used to portray their story. We will then learn about democracy as we recreate the presidential debate between Jefferson and Adams followed by a general election and a “musical victory speech” given by the winner. This TEKS-aligned program includes a worksheet with facts and highlights from the performance, and will surely impact the student’s understanding of our early history while expanding their musical horizons.

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Dates Available:

Program Length: 45 minutes. Back to back must happen in the space of 2 hours.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: Up to 250/Performance

Pricing: $1,500, possible subsidy. Contact Information: Andres Gonzalez, Education Manager 713-305-6792 or [email protected]

Free Field Trip - Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Docent-guided visits allow students to form meaningful connections with works of art through close looking and interactive gallery experiences. Led by trained volunteers, these tours encourage critical and creative thinking while addressing learning styles. A docent-guided visit includes four to six works of art. Guided tours make cross-curricular connections while developing skills for looking at, describing art, thinking deeply and making connections to works of art. Students use inquiry, critical thinking skills, and close looking to explore the meaning of art in different cultures. All guided visits are aligned with Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. https://www.mfah.org/programs-for/educators-school-groups/programs-for/page/guided-tours-pre-k-12th-grade/

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Dates Available: Sept. through May

Program Length: 1 Hour

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Free Contact Information: Jennifer Beradino, Object-Based Learning Manager 713.639.7588 or [email protected]

“Musiqa ReMix” at the Hobby Center - Musiqa Your students have been invited to “Musiqa Remix,” an interactive lecture by an acclaimed music professor at Zilkha Hall. But the Professor is late and two impostors try to take his place. Can they run the "tune collider," give the harmony a "make-over" and keep the "beat box" from exploding? Produced in collaboration with the Alley Theatre, Musiqa takes students inside of pieces of music to show how they're put together. State-of-the-art digital animation helps visually reinforce the concepts. A stellar cast of performers is led by soprano Karol Bennett and actors Sean Patrick Judge and Briana Resa. Original music by Musiqa composers Karim Al-Zand, Anthony Brandt, Pierre Jalbert, Marcus Maroney and Rob Smith. Directed by Joe-Angel Babb from a script by Andrew Hager. Digital design by Andrew Zukoski, lighting design by Nic Philips. Includes surtitles, so the students can follow along and sing with the lyrics. No previous musical experience required. Includes a CD for every classroom. Musiqa's educational programs have been awarded four consecutive grants from the National Endowment for the Arts. For more information on how to book these FREE field trips with busing included please contact Annalisa Minnitti at [email protected]

FIELD TRIP

Dates Available: Tuesday Dec. 3, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Dec. 4, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.


Grade Levels: 3rd to 8th



The Hobby Center presents: Around the World with Musiqa - Musiqa “Around the World with Musiqa” is an innovative, multi-media, interactive concert that illustrates how folk songs and the shared music of a community can be transferred by a composer into something rooted in tradition yet vividly personal. Winner of four awards from the National Endowment for the Arts, Musiqa’s acclaimed show returns for its eighth season. The multimedia, interactive program introduces students to folk songs from around the world and shows how composers bring the shared music of a community to life in imaginative ways. Features a stellar cast of performers, led by soprano Karol Bennett. Lighting design by Thom Guthrie. Includes surtitles, so the students can follow along and sing with the lyrics. No previous musical experience required. Includes a CD and DVD for every classroom. For a copy of the Teacher’s Study Guide you can log onto: http://www.thehobbycenter.org/sites/default/files/Musiqa-Study%20Guide-09.pdf For more information on how to book these FREE field trips with busing included please contact Annalisa Minnitti at [email protected]

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Dates Available: Tuesday Oct. 20, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Oct. 21, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Thursday Oct. 22, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Friday Oct. 23, 2015 9:30 a.m. & 11:15 a.m.





Creative Kids Music Ensemble - Nameless Sound The Creative Kids Music Ensemble explores play, creativity and learning through music improvisation. In a fun and supportive environment, sound, rhythm, vocalization and imagination are explored. Instruments are provided, but children are encouraged to bring their own instruments as well. The workshop can be organized as a single one-off session, or as a weekly or bi-weekly class. Facilitators work with the participants to collaborate on the project outcome, which could be a concluding concert or recording session (with CD release). Ideal class size is 8 to 12 students, but larger groups can be accommodated.

RESIDENCY

Dates Available:

Program Length: Could be organized as a one-off workshop or as a weekly or bi-weekly class.

Grade Levels: K-8

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $50 to $100 per session, depending on class size and expectations. The ideal situation is to have two Nameless Sound facilitators per class. Contact Information: David Dove, Founding Director 713-928-5653 or [email protected]

Brass Quintet Performance - River Oaks Chamber Orchestra

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Program Length: 20-minute concert, followed by a Q & A.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $1,500 Contact Information: Eric Skelly, Executive Director 713-665-2700 or [email protected]


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Brass Quintet Residency - River Oaks Chamber Orchestra Develop a Brass Quintet at a Middle School.


Program Length: Variable

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Variable Contact Information: Eric Skelly, Executive Director 713-665-2700 or [email protected]

Peter and the Wolf - River Oaks Chamber Orchestra A performance of the classic Prokofiev work in collaboration with Interactive Theater Company.

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Program Length:

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $6,300 Contact Information: Eric Skelly, Executive Director 713-665-2700 or [email protected]

Arc Attack Student Matinees - Society for the Performing Arts Matinee performance at the Wortham Center’s Cullen Theater. This TEKS aligned performance combines a rock concert and STEM concepts.

FIELD TRIP Dates Available: Tour Dates: September 24 & 25, 2015. Shows at 10am & 12pm

Program Length:

Grade Levels: Recommeded for grades 3-8.

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $3 per student or chaperone Contact Information: Jordan Drum , Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]


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Dance Master Classes - Society for the Performing Arts Various artists present one-off dance classes throughout the year.


Program Length:

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Free Contact Information: Jordan Drum, Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]

Movement Toward Literacy - Society for the Performing Arts A 12-week residency (once a week) combining creative writing and dance in collaboration with Writers in the Schools.

RESIDENCY

ARTS INTEGRATION

Dates Available:

Program Length: 12 weeks

Grade Levels: Recommended for Middle School students.

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Free Contact Information: Jordan Drum, Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]

STEM TO STEAM PROGRAMS - The Periodic Table Dating Game - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) TUTS has created a “Dating Game” for the Periodic Table. Based on the TV show, the “Dating Game show” this interactive program teaches students a mastery of the Periodic Table. From determining what is the best elemental match to an element’s neutrons, protons, atomic mass to the elements significant place in this world to developing creative ionic bonds. All set in a Dating Game Musical Theatre style.


Program Length: Each Session is taught within the allowable class period. Can accommodate 45 minute classes to Block schedule classes of 90 minutes. Two to three sessions is recommended for best results.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 10 – 50 students per session


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Pricing: Variable Contact Information: Robert G. (Bob) Lawson, Director, Administration & Education 713.558.2600 or [email protected]

THE AH-HA PROGRAMS: (ASTOUNDING, HUMANITIES, HISTORY AND ARTS PROGRAMMING) 1. The Lit. Experience: Act! Sing! Write! - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) This program focuses on a piece of literature and is used to help students gain a better understanding of the story’s subject matter and plot. ACT: A scene is adapted or created from the chosen literary work. This portion of the program teaches students using the kinesthetic approach. SING: With assistance from TUTS musical directors, students create a song that reflects the theme of the literary work and presents the song at the end of the session. WRITE: Working with the teacher, students write an essay response based on the new STAAR requirements. This allows the teachers to gauge how well the students comprehend the literary work. This program has also been adapted to accommodate History lessons.

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RESIDENCY

Dates Available:


Grade Levels:



THE AH-HA PROGRAMS: (ASTOUNDING, HUMANITIES, HISTORY AND ARTS PROGRAMMING) 2. STAAR Drama - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) This program is tailored to assist 7th and 8th graders with the STAAR testing requirements section 7.5, 7.5A, 8.5, and 8.5A. This hands-on approach teaches students how to make inferences and draw conclusions when reading plays. They also learn how to understand the playwright’s use of dialogue, stage direction and character development.

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Grade Levels: 7-8 Grades



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Musical Theatre Classes and Workshops in Your School 1. MUSICAL THEATRE PERFORMANCE WORKSHOPS TRIPLE-THREAT - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Training where students learn lyrics and choreography from a Broadway musical. These programs are designed to bring TUTS musical theatre training to your facility based on the specific learning objectives as determined through our consultation with you. Our TUTS faculty conducts customized workshops designed to foster creativity, discipline, and self-esteem. This program aligns with the four basic principles of TEKS: perception, creative expression, awareness of historical and cultural heritage, and response/evaluation.

WORKSHOP

RESIDENCY

Dates Available:

Program Length: 1 – 3 hours. Usually a one-time session, but can be extended depending upon school need.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 15 – 60 students


Musical Theatre Classes and Workshops in Your School 2. AFTER-SCHOOL COLLABORATION - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) A musical theatre enrichment program designed to engage students. This 10 week course will result in the presentation of a salute to a Broadway Musical. These programs are designed to bring TUTS musical theatre training to your facility based on the specific learning objectives as determined through our consultation with you. Our TUTS faculty conducts customized workshops designed to foster creativity, discipline, and self-esteem. This program aligns with the four basic principles of TEKS: perception, creative expression, awareness of historical and cultural heritage, and response/evaluation.

AFTER-SCHOOL

Dates Available:

Program Length: 2 Hours, once a week for 10 weeks

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 15- 35 students


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Musical Theatre Classes and Workshops in Your School 3. MASTER CLASSES - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Technique-driven training focusing on voice, dance, acting, or audition techniques. These programs are designed to bring TUTS musical theatre training to your facility based on the specific learning objectives as determined through our consultation with you. Our TUTS faculty conducts customized workshops designed to foster creativity, discipline, and self-esteem. This program aligns with the four basic principles of TEKS: perception, creative expression, awareness of historical and cultural heritage, and response/evaluation.


Program Length: 1 – 3 hours. Usually a one-time session, but can be extended depending upon school need.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 15 – 60 students


Musical Theatre Classes and Workshops in Your School 4. ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Directors and choreographers assisting with a school’s musical production. These programs are designed to bring TUTS musical theatre training to your facility based on the specific learning objectives as determined through our consultation with you. Our TUTS faculty conducts customized workshops designed to foster creativity, discipline, and self-esteem. This program aligns with the four basic principles of TEKS: perception, creative expression, awareness of historical and cultural heritage, and response/evaluation.

RESIDENCY

Dates Available:

Program Length: The hours vary depending on school’s rehearsal schedule. Ranging anywhere from 10 – 100 hours.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: No Limit



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STEM TO STEAM PROGRAMS - Math and Musical Melodies - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Music provides specific tools for math teachers, and it doesn’t have to be intimidating for those who don’t have a musical background. With step-by-step guidance from a TUTS Musical Director, participants will learn to turn math equations into jingles that are impossible to forget, create an opera that explains integers, or involve students in a ballet that will develop spatial awareness. This workshop offers something for all musical tastes!

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The River Musical Theatre Classes and Visual Arts Classes - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) The River Performing and Visual Arts Center, a program of Theatre Under The Stars since 2010, is a non-profit organization started in 1996 to provide an accessible, inclusive and affordable fine arts education for children with disabilities. The River’s extensive outreach program, Classes in the Community, provides classes throughout the greater Houston area in schools, hospitals and social service organizations on a regular basis during the school year. 1. CREATIVE MOVEMENT: students will expand their imagination along with developing motor skills in a structured environment inspired by music and fun. Upon completion of the course, students will perform a dance routine for a small audience. 2. EXPLORE MUSICAL THEATRE: students will expand their imagination along with developing motor skills in a structured environment inspired by the three disciplines of Musical Theatre; singing, dancing and acting. 3. RHYTHM AND MELODY – Students will learn how to use percussive instruments and sing songs while developing their fine motor skills and diction skills. 4. MUSIC AND MIME – Students will learn the art of mime. They will master the skill of mime using musical theatre classics to create their routines. 5. ART EXPLORATION – students will create original art work that tied into the class lesson plans.

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SPECIAL NEEDS

Dates Available:

Program Length: Each Session is taught within the allowable class period. Most classes run from 30 -45 minute session.

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 5-20 students per class


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Musicals for Young Audiences - Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Holiday Musical – Scrooge Spring Musical – James and the Giant Peach, Jr.

FIELD TRIP Dates Available: Scrooge = December 8-11, 2015; Peach = March 29, -April 1, 2016


Grade Levels:

Audience Limit: 448

Pricing: $6 per ticket and bus subsidies Contact Information: Robert G. (Bob) Lawson, Director, Administration & Education 713.558.2600 or [email protected]

In-Classroom Arts for Learning Residencies - Young Audiences of Houston Arts for Learning (A4L) is a groundbreaking arts-integrated literacy framework that blends the creativity and discipline of the arts with learning science to support student achievement in reading and writing and develop young people’s learning and life skills. A4L provides a strategy to engage students in literacy and the arts, as well as utilize specific skills that are important for life-long learning. Findings from independently conducted, national evaluations show significant student gains in developing key literacy skills, including English language learners, students with special needs and those who perform below grade level. The A4L framework is flexible and able to be restructured to create arts-integrated lessons for any type of classroom and learning environment such as science, math, and history classrooms. Using a co-teaching model, classroom teachers will work side-by-side with professional artists in the disciplines of dance, music, visual arts, and theater who will each bring their expertise to the table to provide the most effective lessons for the level and learning style of the classroom. Residency teaching artists and companies include Marcy Bannor, Jean Donatto, Marsha Dorsey-Outlaw, Dan Egger- Belandria, Fly Dance Company, Dan Gordon, Corey Greene, Laura Gutierrez, Monica Isomura, Danny Jones, Andrew Keller, Abubakr Kouyate, Jean Kuecher, Nitsana Lazerus, Judy Malone-Stein, Gail Mebane, Jacqueline Nalett, Art Ornelas, Mark Harold Ponder, Teresa Procter, Psophonia Dance Company, Armando Rodriguez, Danny Russo, Liz Conces Spencer, Gabriela Villegas, Charles Washington, Rainey Weber, and more.

RESIDENCY

Dates Available: Available year-round

Program Length: Flexible to fit schedule of school classes

Grade Levels: PK-12

Audience Limit: 25


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Pricing: $75 - $115 per hour, dependent upon scope of project* *Programs available at a discounted rate through the Assistance Fund, a partnership-based financial assistance program to help schools and community organizations with limited funds for fine arts programs. Contact Information: Daryn Bauer, Program Director 713-520-9267 or [email protected]

After School Programs - Young Audiences of Houston Young Audiences of Houston offers after school programs implemented by trained artists in dance, visual arts, music, literary arts, digital media, and theater. Over the course of the program, students explore and experience the complete artistic process of creation, development, and performance by applying their new skills to a culminating event for their communities and families. Americans for the Arts recognizes that students who engage in rigorous arts programs are four times more likely to excel academically. All Young Audiences of Houston programs are aligned to the mandated Texas State curricula and testing standards. The arts give students motivational tools to unlock deeper understanding of core concepts and ideas through interactive hands-on learning. The After-School Programs are tailored to each school, student population and their needs through dedicated staff support provided by Young Audiences of Houston throughout the program. After-school teaching artists and companies include Marcy Bannor, Jean Donatto, Marsha Dorsey-Outlaw, Dan Egger- Belandria, Fly Dance Company, Dan Gordon, Corey Greene, Laura Gutierrez, Monica Isomura, Danny Jones, Andrew Keller, Abubakr Kouyate, Jean Kuecher, Nitsana Lazerus, Judy Malone-Stein, Gail Mebane, Jacqueline Nalett, Art Ornelas, Mark Harold Ponder, Teresa Procter, Psophonia Dance Company, Armando Rodriguez, Danny Russo, Liz Conces Spencer, Gabriela Villegas, Charles Washington, Rainey Weber, and more.

AFTER-SCHOOL


Program Length: Flexible to fit school’s schedule

Grade Levels: PK-12

Audience Limit: 25

Pricing: $75 - $115 per hour, dependent upon scope of project* *Programs available at a discounted rate through the Assistance Fund, a partnership-based financial assistance program to help schools and community organizations with limited funds for fine arts programs. Contact Information: Daryn Bauer, Program Director 713-520-9267 or [email protected]


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Assembly Performances - Young Audiences of Houston Young Audiences of Houston offers the largest and most diverse range of arts-in-education performances for students in an assembly setting. These innovative programs introduce students to the arts through a balance of demonstration and student interaction. Performances are aligned with the TEKS standards and meet requirements in all areas. Our cultural performances will transport students to another part of the world where your students will learn about the history of their culture or other cultures, and our curriculum-based programs will teach students about anything from fractions to poetry to insects through dance, music, theater, storytelling, and puppetry presentations. Find a list of available performances on our website at www.yahouston.org. Performing artists and companies include 47 Strings, Amy Garner Buchanan, Anjali Dance Theatre, Apollo Chamber Players, Ars Lyrica Houston, Becky Valls & Company, Blue Gnus, Brave Little Company, Brazilian Arts Foundation, Dance of Asian America, Del Espadin Baile Espanol, Fly Dance Company, HSPVA Concert Dancers, Impande Ye Africa, Jawad, John Keahey, Susan McDonald, Mixteco Dance Company, Paragon Brass Ensemble, Psophonia Dance Company, Puppet Pizzazz, Revels Houston, Soul Street, Texas Mime Theatre, Tom's Fun Band, Voices from the Past, David Zucker, and more.

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Grade Levels: PK-12

Audience Limit: 200-400

Pricing: $215 - $950* *Programs available at a discounted rate through the Assistance Fund, a partnership-based financial assistance program to help schools and community organizations with limited funds for fine arts programs. Contact Information: Daryn Bauer, Program Director 713-520-9267 or [email protected]

OTHER RESOURCES (NOT FUNDED THROUGH AAI) Literacy Through Photography Teacher Training Workshops - FotoFest International Stemming from FotoFest’s 27-lesson Literacy Through Photography curriculum, this 6-hr. workshop provides the tools and teachings strategies that enable educators to infuse visual literacy, photography, and creative writing into their curricular plans. Led by FotoFest education staff, participants will explore key lessons and activities found in the LTP curriculum, develop a greater understanding of the connections between photography and self-expression, and learn how their students can celebrate their achievements through participation in FotoFinish, the end of year LTP student exhibition.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR TEACHERS

Dates Available:


Grade Levels: Teachers

Audience Limit:

Pricing: $225/single teacher (+6 C.P.E. hrs.). Discounts and scaled rates for multiple teachers and whole groups. Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]

Bus Scholarship Funds - Museum of Fine Arts, Houston This fund sponsors bus transportation for school groups (pre-K though grade 12) coming for a guided or self-guided visit to the museum. Scholarships are awarded on a first come, first served basis for schools demonstrating need. Approved applicants will be provided with a bus scholarship up to $250. The scholarship will be paid after the visit. Scholarships are subject to availability. https://www.mfah.org/learn/bus-scholarship-fund/

RESOURCE

Dates Available:

Program Length:

Grade Levels:

Audience Limit:

Pricing: Contact Information: Jennifer Beradino, Object-Based Learning Manager 713.639.7588 or [email protected]


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FREE Arts Integrated Curriculum and Teaching Resources - Museum of Fine Arts, Houston The Art-To-Go lending library features materials that may easily be integrated across the K–12 curriculum. Resources include DVDs, music CDs, children’s books, study guides, poster sets, and collection-based interpretive materials produced by the KFEC. Educators, community leaders, and docents from throughout Texas are welcome to borrow Art-To-Go resources. The materials are available year-round, free of charge. Be sure to request materials at least two weeks in advance of the date you want to use them. The standard loan period is three weeks, and resource loans may be renewed. https://www.mfah.org/research/kinder-foundation-education-center/kinder-foundation-art-go/ Learning Through Art Online Curriculum Learning Through Art at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston connects the Museum's collections of world art into classroom curriculum for art, language arts, math, science, and social studies. http://lta.mfah.org/

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ARTS INTEGRATION

Pricing: Free Contact Information: Jennifer Beradino, Object-Based Learning Manager 713.639.7588 or [email protected]

Professional Development for Teachers - Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Learning Through Art At the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Through discussions on works of art from the MFAH collections and hands-on art projects using everyday materials, LTA/MFAH teacher training introduces TEKS and STAAR-aligned lessons that use the visual arts to teach students how to think critically and creatively as well as encourage self-confident, self-motivated, and self-disciplined learners. Learning Through Art at the MFAH connects the Museum's collections of world art into classroom curriculum for art, language arts, math, science, and social studies. LTA/MFAH bridges disciplines and curriculums to enable students to explore key concepts in the real world context of the art museum while teaching literacy and writing skills, math, science, and social studies. Use the Museum’s elementary and middle school curriculum to integrate higher level cognitive skills, such as observing and organizing information, making predictions, and communicating ideas and thoughts with art inquiry methods to ultimately promote the students’ development of 21st-century skills that are needed to succeed in the world. https://www.mfah.org/research/kinder-foundation-education-center/kinder-foundation-learning-through-art/


Pricing: $35 per teacher Contact Information: Jennifer Beradino, Object-Based Learning Manager 713.639.7588 or [email protected]

Instrument Donations - River Oaks Chamber Orchestra ROCO asking its donors for instruments donations.

RESOURCE Contact Information: Eric Skelly, Executive Director 713-665-2700 or [email protected]


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Annual Art Contest - Society for the Performing Arts The SPA Annual Art Contest is for K-12 students. Upwards of $14,000 in prizes. Two teacher workshops offered in October. Deadline: March 11

RESOURCE Pricing: Free Contact Information: Jordan Drum , Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]

Teacher Workshops - Society for the Performing Arts Various workshops throughout the year on a variety of subjects and grade levels.


Pricing: $15 without meal, $25 with meal Contact Information: Jordan Drum, Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]

ARTS ACCESS INITIATIVE ARTS ORGANIZATION DIRECTORY

These organizations offer the programming you can select for your AAI Creative Schools

Plan. These partner listings are accurate as of the date listed on the title page. Partners will be added in updated versions of this guide as they become available.

Alley Theatre The Mission of the Education department at the Alley Theatre is to become a driving force for arts education; to create an advanced training ground for young and emerging theatre artists; and to provide a forum for community discourse, interaction and understanding. Over the course of the 2014-2015 season, the Alley Theatre provided 309,833 educational contact hours to students, educators, patrons and community members. The Alley Theatre’s education programs served over 67,102 students and 3,219 teachers through 8,891 classroom hours. Research has shown that students who engage in arts learning are; - More active in community affairs. - More inclined to assume leadership roles. - More likely to invest in their own education. - Have increased self-esteem and confidence. Additionally, studies have demonstrated that what students learn in the arts helps them to succeed in other subjects and promotes skills vital to the future workforce. Contact Information: Mary Sutton, Director of Education and Community Engagement 713.315.3385 or [email protected] Aperio, Music of the Americas Aperio, Music of the Americas showcases rarely performed contemporary chamber, vocal and solo music from South and North America, while featuring the presentation of new works and emerging composers. The ensemble’s programming consistently explores cross-cultural musical dialogue, sometimes emphasizing an interdisciplinary focus between music and other art forms. Contact Information: Michael Zuraw, DMA, President, Artistic Director [email protected]


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Ars Lyrica Houston Ars Lyrica Houston is an ensemble dedicated to providing audiences with historically-informed performances, of the highest caliber, of music from the 17th and 18th centuries. Founded in 1998 by harpsichordist and conductor Matthew Dirst and incorporated in 2003 as a 501(c)(3) organization, Ars Lyrica relies on a core group of Houston’s finest period-instrument musicians, which it augments regularly with internationally renowned guest artists. Ars Lyrica has created a distinctive identity among ensembles that specialize in Baroque music through its innovative programming: Artistic Director Dirst draws on a rich repertory of chamber and dramatic music, often highlighting exceptional works that merit revival. Its local subscription series is popular with audiences and critics alike, and its recordings have garnered international critical acclaim and recognition, including a Grammy nomination for Best Opera 2011. Since 2000 Houston’s classical music scene has expanded significantly, with period-instrument groups now thriving in the local community and an annual Houston Early Music Festival attracting national attention. Ars Lyrica Houston (ALH) has played a leading role in this transformation—which connects local audiences to a priceless musical heritage—through its diverse concert, recording, and outreach activities. ALH offers a broad range of music from the 17th and 18th centuries in local subscription series of six programs annually, several of which also tour to nearby venues. The organization’s growing list of commercial recordings have earned a Grammy nomination and have brought international attention to Houston as an early music center. Contact Information: Kinga Ferguson, Executive Director 713-622-7443 or [email protected] Art League Houston Founded in 1948, Art League Houston has radically evolved beyond the parameters of traditional art leagues. While keeping the core of the art league model – a robust membership deeply committed to the value of visual art in contemporary life – Art League Houston embraces 21st century approaches to curatorial programming, community-building, place-making, art education, and outreach to under-served communities. The mission of Art League Houston is to connect the community through diverse, dynamic, and creative experiences that bring people together to see, make, and talk about contemporary visual art. Contact Information: Zachary Gresham, Education Programs Director 713-523-9530 or [email protected]

Contemporary Arts Museum Houston The Contemporary Arts Museum Houston is a leading destination to experience innovative art. CAMH actively encourages public engagement with its exhibitions through its educational programs, publications, and online presence. ALWAYS FRESH, ALWAYS FREE Contact Information: Michael Simmonds, Tour Programs Coordinator 713 284 8276 or [email protected]


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Da Camera of Houston Da Camera of Houston has established itself as one of America’s leading presenters and producers of ensemble music. The organization is widely acclaimed for its innovative programming, notably Artistic Director Sarah Rothenberg’s unique concerts connecting music with literature and the visual arts, as well as for its jazz series, featuring a distinctive mix of renowned performers and emerging artists. Da Camera takes its name from the Italian phrase musica da camera, which literally means “music of the room,” or “chamber music,” and refers to smaller ensemble music with one musician on a part, usually performed without conductor. Da Camera embraces a broad definition of chamber music to include both classical music and jazz. The organization brings leading American and international artists to perform at the Wortham Theater Center, The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts and The Menil Collection in a subscription series of curated programs which are often thematically related. Enjoying a 20-year partnership with The Menil Collection, Da Camera’s concerts in the Renzo Piano-designed museum feature special programs created for the museum’s exhibits, free family concerts, and community residency activities. As a member of the Houston Theater District, Da Camera of Houston is recognized, along with the Houston Symphony and Houston Grand Opera, as one of the city’s major performing arts organizations. Contact Information: Craig Hauschildt, Director of Education and Community Initiatives (713) 524-7601 x.19 or [email protected]

FotoFest International FotoFest International is an international non-profit photographic arts and education organization based in Houston, Texas. FotoFest's purpose is to promote the exchange of art and ideas through international programs and the presentation of photographic art. Our programs work globally and locally, bringing together an international vision of art and cross-cultural exchange with a commitment to community involvement and the enrichment of Houston's cultural resources. In addition to its internationally known Biennial, FotoFest sponsors Inter-Biennial programs - exhibitions, international exchange programs, and publications. In grades 3-12, FotoFest operates a year-round classroom education program, Literacy Through Photography, using photography to strengthen writing skills, visual literacy, and cognitive learning. Contact Information: Glenn Bailey, Jr., Program Director, Literacy Through Photography 713.223.5522 x 11 or [email protected]


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The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts The Discovery Series is the cornerstone program for accomplishing the Hobby Center for the Performing Arts goal of being an active community partner with regional school districts. Through this series we provide an everlasting impression on the lives of children who would not otherwise have the opportunity to participate in a “theater experience” at a world class facility with first class performers. The performances highlight classroom supported arts discovery, interactive sing along, music, dance and audience Q&A from Houston-based performers such as: Ars Lyrica, Hope Stone Dance, Karen Stokes Dance, Musiqa and Interactive Theater (new for 2016). All performances are held in Zilkha Hall which has a seating capacity of 500 and is equipped with superior acoustics, lighting, technology, and a state-of-the-art stage. The 2014-2015 Discovery Series served over 13,000 students. Due to generous supporters, the Hobby Center is able to offer these performances free of charge to the students including subsidies for bus transportation. The Discovery Series is a touchstone for today’s students and tomorrow’s performers, audience members and “arts hounds.” Contact Information: Annalisa Minnitti, Managing Director of Uniquely Houston (713) 315-2428 or [email protected] Houston Ballet For more than 50 years, Houston Ballet's Education and Community Engagement programs have introduced area children to the beauty and grace of life through dance. Our programs and performances extend to students of all ages and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are committed to introducing those in under-served and at-risk populations to dance education and appreciation. Our programming aims to instill in students a sense of independence and confidence, while also emphasizing the importance of teamwork. We offer a variety of performances and dance classes, most of which are free of charge, both on school campuses and at Houston Ballet Center for Dance. We believe students should dream big -- our programs help reinforce the commitment and discipline it takes to achieve lofty goals. Contact Information: Jennifer Sommers, Associate Director, Education and Community Engagement (713) 535-3207 or [email protected] Houston Symphony Founded in 1913, the Houston Symphony is one of America's oldest performing arts organizations, with a distinguished musical history. Over the years, the orchestra has grown and matured under the direction of distinguished leaders such as Ernst Hoffmann (1936-47), Efrem Kurtz (1948-54), Ferenc Fricsay (1954), Leopold Stokowski (1955-61), Sir John Barbirolli (1961-67), André Previn (1967-69), Lawrence Foster (1971-78), Sergiu Comissiona (1979-88) and Christoph Eschenbach (1988-99) and Maestro Hans Graf (2001-2013). The Symphony's sixteenth Music Director, Andres Orozco-Estrada, will begin his first season with the Houston Symphony during the 2014-2015 season. The Orchestra has a strong commitment to education and community engagement. Each year, the Houston Symphony provides free or low cost programming for over 170,000 individuals. Programs are offered for school-aged students, families, adult listeners, student and adult musicians, and the community at large. Contact Information: Pam Blaine, Chief of Education & Community Programming (713) 238-1449 or [email protected] Main Street Theater Main Street Theater offers students a performing arts playground where professional theater artists serve as mentors. With an emphasis on creativity and collaboration, we provide hands-on opportunities for students to make an original contribution in all aspects of play production. In support of Main Street Theater’s mission, Main Street’s Education Department provides a significant resource in the community for education in theater and classical theater for kids, families and educators. Contact Information: Jonathan Gonzalez, Director of Education 713.524.7998 or [email protected]


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MECA (Multicultural Educational and Counseling Through the Arts) MECA is a community-based nonprofit organizations committed to the healthy development of underserved youth and adults through the arts and cultural programming, academic excellence, support services, and community building. MECA provided arts education, support services, and multicultural artistic performances and events to 2,000 students and their families in 2014, helping to build discipline, self-esteem, and cultural pride. Contact Information: Alice Valdez, Executive Director & Founder 832-865-6157 or [email protected]

Mercury Mercury serves the community by celebrating the power of music, Baroque and beyond, teaching, sharing and performing with passion, intimacy and excellence. Our artist teachers are dynamic and enthusiastic musicians that are highly dedicated to music education. Our five-year partnership with Yes Prep West is testament to our commitment to education. This great partnership has now reached national recognition as a Distinguished Music Education Partnership award to us by Yale University. Contact Information: Andres Gonzalez, Education Manager 713-305-6792 or [email protected]

Museum of Fine Arts, Houston The MFAH presents a host of exciting, engaging, and educational programs and resources for children, adults, educators, and students to learn about and enjoy art. Opportunities are available both at the MFAH and throughout the community. Stop in the Kinder Foundation Education Center at MFAH (KFEC). Visit the KFEC and let museum educators show you how to make the most of your MFAH visit. Plus, the KFEC offers free Wi-Fi and access to additional resources. Adults, families, students, and teachers are invited to browse the KFEC library and chat with staff members about what to see in the galleries during a visit to the MFAH. www.mfah.org/kfec Educators & Students: Tours, programs, professional development opportunities, curriculum materials, and more connect art with every grade level and subject area. Public Programs: Tours, lectures, performances, gallery talks, and other opportunities to discover and learn more about art! Welcome Families: Discover programs, tours, and materials for children and adults to learn together. Learn how to visit the museum with children. Art in the Community: Enjoy and see art in the community through one of the MFAH’s numerous partnership programs. Hirsch Library for Art Research: Take advantage of one of the largest art reference libraries in the Southwest. Classes for Adults and Children at the Glassell School of Art: Choose from a wide variety of classes, workshops, and educational opportunities for students of different ages, interests, and experiences. Contact Information: Jennifer Beradino, Object-Based Learning Manager 713.639.7588 or [email protected]


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Musiqa Each year Musiqa brings approximately 6,000 mostly low-income, under-served schoolchildren in the Greater Houston area to Houston’s Zilkha Hall at Hobby Center for the Performing Arts to participate in its two live performance shows: Around the World with Musiqa (for grades 2-4) and Musiqa ReMix (for grades 4-7). These free concert experiences are often the first exposure to live professional performances for these students. Bussing for the performances is provided free by Hobby Center. Contact Information: Joseph R. Wilson, Executive Director 713-524-5678 or [email protected]

Nameless Sound Nameless Sound presents concerts of the best of international contemporary music and supports the development and implementation of new methods of creative music education. Since 2001, Nameless Sound has been committed to music improvisation as a powerful and adaptable tool that can provide a framework for learning, therapy, play and creativity in the most diverse range of communities. Nameless Sound works with over 150 young people each week in Houston area public schools, community centers, homeless shelters and refugee communities. Contact Information: David Dove, Founding Director 713-928-5653 or [email protected] River Oaks Chamber Orchestra The River Oaks Chamber Orchestra (ROCO) is a forty-piece professional chamber orchestra that was founded in 2005 by Alecia Lawyer. A Juilliard-trained musician with an eclectic background as a performer, recording artist, adjunct professor and radio host, Ms. Lawyer had a vision to transform the orchestral experience for both audience and musicians. The result is ROCO: an orchestra of all-star musicians, distinguished conductors and famous composers who come together from all over the world to present unexpected classics, original compositions and delightful performances that dissolve the barriers between audience and orchestra. Contact Information: Eric Skelly, Executive Director 713-665-2700 or [email protected] Society for the Performing Arts Society for the Performing Arts offers educational and outreach programs that are as diverse and far-reaching as the artists SPA presents! We are proud to offer programming that takes place in conjunction with SPA performances. On performance nights, guests can arrive early or stay late to enjoy our Performance Preludes and SPA Talks. We also offer programs open to the public at venues in the Theater District and other locations in the Houston area. Music Master Classes take place at schools and other locations around Houston and The Tudor Family Dance Master Class Series is generally held at the Evelyn Rubenstein Jewish Community Center. With an eye on enriching arts education and theatrical experiences of children in the greater Houston area, SPA offers a multitude of programs for students and teachers. From Student Matinees to the Student Series, SPA provides opportunities for schools to experience the world’s best performers at affordable prices. Teachers are also given the opportunity to take advantage of our educator professional development sessions offered throughout the year and receive discounts on individual tickets through our SPA Teacher Club. Contact Information: Jordan Drum, Director of Education & Community Engagement 713.632.8102 or [email protected]


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Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) Theatre Under The Stars (TUTS) is Houston’s acclaimed nonprofit musical theatre company whose mission is to enrich life through the experience of quality musical theatre and to positively impact lives beyond the stage through innovative education & community engagement programs. Currently TUTS engages more than 200,000 people annually through productions at Sarofim Hall and Zilkha Hall at the Hobby Center and at Miller Outdoor Theatre. TUTS was the first theatrical organization in Houston to perform free to the public when it was founded in 1968 at Miller Outdoor Theatre in Hermann Park and is the only Houston arts organization that has performed there free to the public every year since the theatre opened. Founded by Frank M. Young and currently under the direction of President and CEO John C. Breckenridge and Artistic Director Bruce Lumpkin, TUTS has produced more than 300 musicals including many local, national and world premieres such as Kopit and Yeston’s Phantom, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jekyll & Hyde, and Irving Berlin’s White Christmas as well as critically acclaimed re-inventions of classics Cabaret and Les Miserables. Through its membership in the Independent Presenters Network, TUTS has helped bring Bombay Dreams, 9 to 5, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Spamalot, Legally Blonde, Ragtime, Curtains and The Color Purple to Broadway and ultimately back to Houston audiences. In support of TUTS’ mission, TUTS’ Education & Community Engagement programs provide instruction and stage experience for more than 48,000 Houstonians annually. The Humphreys School of Musical Theatre (HSMT) offers technique-driven classes for all ability levels and ages, ranging from four to adult. Through The River Performing and Visual Arts Center (The River), TUTS provides an accessible and inclusive arts education for individuals of all abilities that will enhance their development into confident, balanced individuals. TUTS Education & Community Engagement provides extended on-site programming as well as off-site programming for children in schools, hospitals and other community-based sites. TUTS’ community partnerships include collaborations with the Houston Independent School District and Region IV school districts, the YMCA of Greater Houston, Texas Children’s Hospital and Shriner’s Hospital – Houston, among several other Houston-area organizations. TUTS also annually presents the Tommy Tune Awards, honoring the best and brightest in Houston's high school musical theatre programs. Contact Information: Robert G. (Bob) Lawson, Director, Administration & Education 713.558.2600 or [email protected] Young Audiences of Houston Young Audiences of Houston’s mission is to educate and inspire children through the arts, to make the arts an integral part of the school curriculum, and to advance the field of arts in education through teacher professional development training and community partnerships. Young Audiences of Houston was founded by violinist Fredell Lack in 1956 and received non-profit status in 1960 with support from Ms. Ima Hogg and Mrs. William P. Hobby. From the 1950s to the 1990s, YAH focused on presenting interactive in-school performances by Houston’s finest professional performing and visual artists. Supporting the educational trends from the 1990s to the present, Young Audiences of Houston further expanded into presenting workshops and residencies that use the arts to support core-curriculum skills and allow individual artists to work more effectively with small groups through hands-on projects, as well as professional development training for educators, which equips teachers with the tools needed to integrate the arts into the classroom. Now celebrating our 59th year, Young Audiences of Houston certifies, trains and supports 152 artists to provide high-quality and educationally sound programming that reaches 207,240 children each year. Contact Information: Daryn Bauer, Program Director 713-520-9267 or [email protected]

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