A zoo full of animals comes alive in this fast-paced performance that teaches children about sharing and friendship. Featuring such stories as “The Lion and the Mouse,” and “Why Turtle Has a Checkered Shell,” Aesop Bops! has ample amounts of audience participation and offers positive lessons for social and psychological growth. If you’re searching for a […]
This classic musical story is brought to stirring life by the Phoenix Woodwind Quintet as instruments “play” the voices of Peter and his animal friends. Through theatrical devices including mask and mime, students participate to help create the characters. Students learn about woodwind instruments and musical concepts while sharpening their listening skills. Program options: In-person […]
In this classic story by Jean de Brunhoff with music by Francis Poulenc, children discover the instruments of the woodwind quintet, learn to recognize instrumental sounds and moods, and hear the difference between melody and accompaniment and woodwind and brass. A gifted actor-storyteller narrates the tale of Babar, a baby elephant who loses his mother […]
This introduction to Chinese culture uses a diverse and authentic selection of dance, costumes, music, artifacts, and historical information to immerse students in China’s ancient and vibrant culture. Students witness beloved Chinese folk art pieces with Dance China New York, including a mischievous lion dance, an interactive kung fu demonstration, and the signature Red Ribbon […]
Demonstrating what inspires a choreographer to create dances, Freespace Dance uses shapes, patterns, and students’ everyday interactions to create movement. Through audience participation and wonderful dancing, the company presents an excellent introduction to the world of modern dance as the students are encouraged to find their own dance inspirations. Program options: In-person Please fill out this […]
Spectacular athleticism one moment, pure grace and precision the next. This assembly performance introduces Chinese culture through dances perfomed in traditional Chinese costumes. The repertoire selection includes both ethnic folk dance and classical dance. Students will experience a ribbon dance demonstration and learn simple Mandarin vocabulary throught the performance. (In-person assemblies limited this year to […]
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