Comic book writer and artist Matthew Loux shares how his childhood passions became a career in comics. He’ll show how comics are made from idea to page, then lead a live-drawing activity that helps students begin creating their own stories.
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.
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.
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.
This program features a dynamic Flamenco performance with live guitar, singing, and dancing. Students learn about the history of Flamenco and Southern Spain.
Storyteller Motoko shares humorous and wise tales from East Asia, enhanced with song, origami, and movement. Students enjoy engaging, interactive stories while gaining cultural and social insights.
Explore musical history with live performances of flute music from different periods, connecting art forms and performance techniques to cultural history.
Journey through American music's roots from jazz to hip-hop, exploring cultural pioneers and how these genres shaped national identity and global influence.
A shadow puppet show of the classic tale followed by a bear puppet-making workshop. Includes a behind-the-scenes look at the stage and a chance to perform!
Tom Lee brings ancient Greek myths to life with dramatic storytelling, drawing on original texts and connecting timeless stories of gods, monsters, and heroes.
Experience the inspiring story of Annie Sullivan, Helen Keller's teacher, and her revolutionary work in teaching the deaf and blind, told from her own perspective.
Celebrate the season with a joyful holiday concert by Sounds of A&R featuring jazzy renditions of favorite classics like "Jingle Bells" and "Let It Snow!"
