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Young Audiences of Virginia is a chapter of a national organization that enhances education through the arts |
 Character Development |
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Character Development Programs The arts develop character in so many critical ways that it is hard to pick just one. One way that live performance influences the lives of young people is by bringing before them people engaged in a process of mastery. Sit through any question and answer session at the end of a Young Audiences performance and one question invariably is asked: How long have your been performing (dancing, acting, singing, playing your instrument)? The most common answer from our performers is usually since high school, middle school, grade school and sometimes even younger. You can see the dream begin in the eyes of some children in that moment. You can see a seed being planted, which if watered by imagination, nurtured by encouragement, and fostered by opportunity, might inspire the performing artist of tomorrow. At Young Audiences, we are about more than building the audiences of tomorrow. Out of our "young audiences" will come the artists of tomorrow.
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Grades: Pre-K Audience Size: 50 Max. for pre-school Pricing: $245 (Pre-K only)
Grades: K-3 Audience Size: 350 Max. (50 min. performance) Pricing: $460 Single/$670 Back-to-Back Arts For Learning Packages - A: $560; B: $770
SOL Key Words: English: Story, Listening Skills, Structure, Character Music: Folk, Melody, Harmony, Rhythm, Syncopation, Instruments, Patterns, Refrain
Pricing: $435 Single/$675 Back-to-Back
SOL Key Words: Listening Skills, Character Development
Pricing: $435 Single/$675 Back-to-Back
SOL Key Words: English: Oral Language, Vocabulary, Conversational, Speaking Skills, Communication Skills, Self Esteem, Theatre
Pricing: $435 Single/$675 Back to Back
SOL Key Words: English: Story, Imagination, Fiction, Structure, Oral Listening and Response Theatre: Characterization, Vocal, Expression, Humor, Movement
Dance Be You Urgeworks Urgeworks is an urban movement dance company that incorporates positive aspects of life into the Hip Hop culture. Using dance, poetry, rhythm, and music, the unique ensemble will encourage individuality, self-confidence, and self-esteem. Formerly “at-risk” themselves, these performers found a life-affirming purpose through this contemporary art form. They offer students positive strategies for handling peer pressure. Let Urgeworks reach those children that need to be heard.
Grades: 4-12 Audience
Size: 350 Max. Availability Limited To: February 25-29, 2008 n
SOL Key Words: Music: Jazz, Contemporary Music, Harlem Renaissance Rhythm, Dance, Movement with Music, Syncopation
Storytelling HeartTales:The Wisdom of the Four Bones Kelly Leigh The best stories teach important lessons about values and about living life. Kelly Leigh's stories, gathered from her travels around the world, follow the tradition of the “Four Bones” to which we must all remain connected: the Wish Bone, the Funny Bone, the Back Bone, and the Hollow Bone. Wish Bone stories remind us to pay attention to what has heart and meaning. Funny Bone stories remind us to not take ourselves too seriously. Back Bone stories are about the courage to stand up for what we believe in while at the same time, honoring the beliefs and values of others. Hollow Bone stories remind us to listen to the voice that guides us to do what is right, not just for ourselves, but for everyone.
Grades: K-2 and 3-5 Audience Size: 200 Max. Pricing: $420 Single/$580 Back-to-Back Arts for Learning Packages: Package A: $575; Package B: $800
SOL Key Words: Social Studies: Multicultural, Latin America, Asia, Africa, Native American English: Storytelling, Plot, Moral, Climax, Parts of Stories, Drama, suspense
The Princess Tales Mrs. Vee Allow your children to challenge the traditionally assigned princess roll. You won't find Cinderella mopping floors here. Explore how cultures from around the world define strong women and the role of women in such stories as The Princess and the Brown Paper Bag and The Princess and the Dove. Children will gain a broader understanding of the roles women play around the world.
Grades: 1-6 Audience Size: 200 Max. Pricing: $575 Single/$825 Back-to-Back +
SOL Key Words: Theatre: Dance, Music, Drama, Characterization, Staging English: Oral Listening Skills, Call and Response, Story
So Said The World: Children's Stories Mrs. Vee Mrs. Vee presents Interactive stories designed to teach the whole child, this program utilizes tales from around the world to lead children in making responsible choices in life. Using sound, dance, music, and humor, Mrs. Vee will teach your children stories that demonstrate the universality of all cultures.
Grades: 1-6 Audience Size: 200 Max. Pricing: $575 Single/$825 Back-to-Back +
SOL Key Words: Social Studies: Multicultural, Latin America, African American, Theatre:
Dance, Music, Drama, Characterization, Staging
Puppetry Speak Out For Tolerance Rainbow Puppets Productions Join Rainbow Puppets in this high energy program that takes on the issue of character development. Students will encounter animals and funny characters, that explore what makes us different and what really makes us unique. Children will learn to appreciate differences and understand in a creative way how to communicate with peers, friends, and neighbors. Using the arts of puppetry, theatre, music, and movement, students will participate with the artists to become part of the solution.
Grades: K-5 Audience Size: 350 Max. Pricing: Call for Pricing +
SOL Key Words: Theatre: Characterization, Staging, Movement, Drama
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