Meet the NeuroInfluencers, Mina (dopamine), Sara (serotonin) and their stressed-out friend Cort (cortisol). Mina is obsessed with their phone, Sara is “Living for the Likes”, and Cort can’t sleep doom scrolling #conspiracyTok. These three NeuroInfluencers unbox how everything from posting “Glow Ups” to bingeing “Hot Takes” on Social Media change the way our brains work […]
Text from Shakespeare’s masterpieces are transformed into fresh and dynamic songs that have audiences singing along in sheer delight! Students will have an interactive and engaging experience that brings music & poetry together in a unique way. Award-winning composer/pianist Daniel Kelly and a powerhouse jazz vocalist will engage students as they explore the writings of […]
With life-size puppets, beautiful costumes, original music and imaginative theatrical effects, Enchantment Theatre Company brings this delightful story to life in a uniquely magical way! The story of Mommy’s Khimar is a simple one. A young Muslim girl takes one of her mother’s headscarves or Khimars, and with the power of her imagination, uses the […]
In this workshop, participants will explore the power of collaborative mural making as a vehicle for expression, communication, and teamwork through an SEL lens. Through a series of engaging activities and discussions, teachers will learn practical skills on how to execute a large, collaborative art project for your school incorporating the whole student body. We […]
Frederick Douglass Writing Club brings history to life and ignites students’ creativity. Baba Bomani opens by introducing himself and his community through music, setting an energetic tone. He then dives into the remarkable story of Frederick Douglass, emphasizing how he “stole” his education and used literacy to escape slavery. Baba Bomani connects Douglass’ legacy to […]
Theatre of the Oppressed (T.O.) is a widely recognized form of liberatory theatre that centers the lived experiences of the communities it involves and validates their perspectives, emphasizing transformation and social justice. In this workshop, participants will gain insight into how they can integrate T.O. principles and practices, including facilitating exploration and questioning of current […]
Students are taken on a fun, multimedia trip through the world of creative writing where they discuss the writing process (pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing). Students will rap along to original, professionally released music created by Bomani, as well as songs highlighting his tips on how to be a better creative writer. There will […]
Baba Bomani’s program uses rhythm and rhyme to explain basic reading and math concepts such as how to recognize syllables and showing how a rapper’s flow is simply a number bond math equation! Students have fun breaking and learning how to rap the alphabet backward, as well as learn crucial active listening skills and Black […]
Tchin is a nationally-known Indigenous artist and educator of arts and culture. Through the art of oral tradition, he tells stories portraying the creation of the world and how things came to be, addressing topics including cultural diversity, music appreciation, and environmental consciousness. As part of this program, Tchin will perform and explain the […]
Join Science Heroes as we experiment with adventure! In this exciting STEM assembly, we’ll explore physical and chemical changes, the laws of motion, air pressure, and more! Volunteers will help conduct some of our biggest and most exciting experiments as the whole audience gets involved in changing variables and making predictions. Bring your whole school […]
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Young Audiences believes that all students deserve equal access to the arts and we strive to provide meaningful art experiences to young people regardless of cognitive or physical development, socio-economic status, or geographic location.
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