Around the World: The Geography of Planet Earth

Let’s go on an adventure Around the World! Whether unearthing the mysterious treasures of King Tut’s tomb, gasping in the thin atmosphere atop Mount Everest, or learning to swim with piranhas in the Amazon River, this journey transports students to…

Life on Earth: The History of Life on Our Planet


Let’s go back in time to the beginning of Life on Earth! It’s a journey through time to 550 million years ago when life began on planet Earth. Dino guides us through the three eras of life on our planet:…

Art in Motion: Stop-Action Animation Residency

Have you ever taken so many pictures at once, that when you scroll through them, they look like they’re moving? From Wallace and Gromit to LEGO movies, animators have told many stories through paper, clay, and pixelation. Students will explore…

Adventures in Animation: Stop-Action Animation Residency

Have you ever taken so many pictures at once, that when you scroll through them, they look like they’re moving? From Wallace and Gromit to LEGO movies, animators have told many stories through paper, clay, and pixelation. Students will explore…

Synetic Theater PR

Synetic 101 – Beginning and Advanced

Description Synetic 101: What is physical theater? Students use movement techniques, creative thinking, and collaboration as they learn the skills to be a successful physical performer and a creator of original work. This workshop is an introduction to the processes…

Man with a guitar seated on front steps of a building with a woman and three children.

The Social Music Party!

Description In this highly-interactive program, Dan and Claudia Zanes will lead students through a communal musical experience using old and new songs from near and far. The duo plays a variety of instruments including guitar, flute, hand percussion, theremin, harmonica,…

Two dancers on stage with glowing snowflakes and a snow-covered set.

Snow Maiden

Description In a frozen silver forest high in the mountains, a lonely boy builds a girl from snow. When she mysteriously comes to life, mischief, laughter, and enchantment abound. But what will happen when the ice begins to melt? Told…

Man stands in front of a projection of book covers as children look on.

How A Book Is Made

Description Author/Illustrator Timothy Young shows how children’s books are made. His presentation answers many of the questions young readers have such as: “How do you get your ideas?” “How do you write a book?” “How do you illustrate a book?”…

Artist Brandon Richardson poses with students against a wall covered with student-designed sneaker paintings. The students stand in front of the artist and each holds an original sneaker painting with words like "joy" and "unity."

Speak With Your Feet

Description Speak With Your Feet gives artists an opportunity to share messages through virtues while also spreading awareness about social and/or political topics using footwear as the primary medium. Pricing Typically, residencies range from $2,500 and up, but we can…

Learn about Japanese Taiko Drums

Description Taikoza presents a unique and exciting residency on the artform of taiko drumming. Following Taikoza’s assembly, the program introduces students to the history and culture of Japan through the rhythms, sounds, and sights associated with taiko ancestral drums. Over…

The five members of Ball in the House, dressed in black and red, sing into handheld microphones.

And Now I See: Race, Racism, and American Music

Description Ball in the House’s brand new show explores African-American music, from Spirituals, Gospel, and Jazz to Soul, Hip-Hop, and R&B. Students will build awareness of where each style came from and why, as well as the cultural/social evolution of…

Noa Baum and young students march and open their mouths wide during a workshop.

Choosing Peace: Multicultural Tales to Ponder

Description In this dynamic residency, students explore the themes of peace, justice, wisdom, and compassion across diverse cultures with thought-provoking stories and activities. Noa invites students to listen deeply, imagine, connect, and empathize. At this critical time when we need…