Theme-based Residencies
Metamorphosis Magic: Explore Nature Through Music and Movement
In this imaginative, theme-based residency, children will use their voices, bodies, and creativity to embark on a playful journey through nature’s wonders! They’ll explore the magical transformation of a butterfly from caterpillar to chrysalis, and discover how a tiny seed…
A Body in Motion: Dancing Science
In this theme-based residency, students will engage in playful, movement-driven learning, discovering new concepts and collaborating with their peers. Through the dynamic fusion of scientific inquiry and the creative process, we will ignite curiosity and use observation, description, and imagination…
Lucky’s Tap
The Lucky’s Tap theme-based residency is an interactive program designed to promote embodied learning for students. Each lesson promotes self agency and kinesthetic movement while integrating literacy principles. As a Harvard University Graduate and a John F. Kennedy Center for…
Steady Beat: Music on My Mind!
In this residency, students will be exploring the human brain and some of its parts and functions while learning and practicing syllable counting. Students will learn to love, appreciate, and care for their brains through music elements and the book…
STORY BEATS: Exploring Plot, Characters, and More through Song
In this dynamic residency, Teaching Artist Mary Fields will guide students in transforming the key elements of storytelling—Plot, Setting, Characters, Conflict, and Theme—into an original song! Using student ideas and responses as lyrics, Mary will help the class craft a…
Playful Productions: Creating Dramatic Escapades Anywhere
Create a play at home with kids! No prior playwriting or theatre experience needed. All we need is a little space to explore and our curious imaginations. In this workshop, Ali Oliver-Krueger leads adults and kids in applying our imaginations…
Beginning, Middle, and End is Just the Beginning!
Understanding story structure is a key element of literacy, and some of the best ways to build that understanding are acting out stories and creating stories of our own! In this theme-based residency, children explore an age-appropriate book through drama–unpacking…
Buzzing with Fun: Explore the World of Honeybees!
Join Alden Phelps for an unforgettable residency that brings the incredible world of honeybees to life through music, rhythm, and art! In Honeybees!: Learning About Nature’s Sweetest Insects, students will sing, clap, and create as they discover fascinating facts about…
Reading in the Dark! Shadow Puppets and Jabari Jumps
Students will get to know an adventurous young boy named Jabari, who is totally not afraid to jump off the high dive at the pool. Well, maybe he is a little afraid. During our time together, students will use homemade…
Barnyard Beats: A Musical Journey with Farmer Alden
In this residency, “Farmer Alden”—dressed in overalls and a straw hat—educates students about various farm activities through brief video clips featuring his animals and gardens. Included are original sing-along songs and interactive discussions, where students explore the origins of different…
Mountain Music: Appalachian Songs, Steps, and Story
Welcome to Mountain Music where the hills of Appalachia come alive for students through vibrant stories, stirring melodies, and traditional Appalachian dance. Guided by teaching artist Marsha Searle, students will dive into the region’s rich cultural tapestry, learning traditional steps…