Anne Pasquale's Living History Programs A lively re-enactment of the Old West, featuring songs, tales, sing-alongs, and square dances that bring the legendary Calamity Jane to life, perfect for Westward Expansion studies. This program blends singing, dancing, and social interaction to promote Latin American and Puerto Rican culture. Activities like "Hola, ¿Cómo está?" and "Chequi Morena" engage students, fostering language acquisition and immersion in vibrant traditions. An entertaining dive into earth sciences, environmental stewardship, and marine conservation! A hybrid concert and presentation that explores multicultural animation with live music. Features award-winning short films and global sounds that celebrate diverse voices. Explore the origins and impact of the Constitution through songs and storytelling. Learn about the Declaration of Independence, the American Revolution, and the Three Branches of Government with audience participation. Lavish marionettes and storybook sets bring Cinderella's classic fairytale to life with elegance and charm. Students explore Capoeira through movement, music, and culture. They build coordination, confidence, and SEL skills while learning songs, rhythms, and instruments in a joyful, collaborative environment rooted in respect and connection. Discover Connecticut's history through stories and songs about regional legends like the Charter Oak and the Leatherman. A visual and interactive celebration of local history. Teachers explore puppet creation, script development, and performance to enrich classroom learning and storytelling. Sounds of April & Randall Led by jazz duo Sounds of A&R, this hands-on songwriting workshop guides students through music creation with creativity, skill, and joy. Engage students with songs and discussions about friendship, respect, and fitting in, while developing strategies for building a safe, respectful school community. Creatures of New England is a lively puppet show introducing young children to local wildlife. Indoors or outdoors, this nature-based program inspires curiosity about animals in forests, skies, and sea. A culturally enriching storytelling experience featuring diverse tales from around the world, enhanced with unique voices and sound effects to teach about cultural diversity. Through performance, workshop, or residency, students experience Brazil's culture through dance styles like Samba, Afoxé, and Forró- learning geography, language, and tradition. A fun, interactive performance of Top 40 hits using digital instruments. Students explore music tech while dancing and learning about modern music production. Students learn to create their own music in this multi-session digital residency. Using DAWs and beat-making tools, they explore production from start to finish. A 50-minute demo shows how digital tools like Logic Pro and Soundation are used to produce music. Perfect for tech-savvy students or music lovers. innerAct Theatre Education Students rehearse and perform a play with Anthony DePoto, who directs and coordinates all theatrical elements. Participants learn acting, choreography, and history while connecting the play's themes to school curriculum. The Queen's Cartoonists perform live music and sound effects alongside cartoons, revealing the deep roots of jazz and classical in animation. Includes student participation! This program is a journey into the world of Native American Stories. The oral history, natural observations, and culture of the First Americans is shared by Leland Faulkner, a member of the Bad River Band of Chippewa. Students, educators, and families join together in upbeat, hands-on drumming. This inclusive program builds musical skills, confidence, and connection through rhythm and movement. | |
