Programs Include:
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Theatre Programs
The Theatre Department is dedicated to supplying high quality theare instruction to students age 2.9-18. By building self-esteem and self awareness in students; providing a sense of accomplishment, Creative Arts Theatre faculty makes every effort to instill a passion for the performing arts.
Why are the performing arts important to kids?
"[The performing arts] are so important because they enable kids to express their feelings and emotions. Kids can be a totally different personality; they can put themselves in someone else's shoes. It is also important because for a little while you don't have to worry about what is happening in your life, all you think about is the feelings your character is experiencing." - Creative Arts student, Leah, age 11, 2007 Renzel R. Rongone Scholarship Winner.
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Private Music Lessons
The Music Department helps students to express themselves and communicate freely through music, both individually and in groups, and to become literate consumers of music.
Instruction is designed to teach students how to respect their instrument, handle it carefully and practice correct posture; to help them learn the process of becoming proficient on their instrument through efficient practice; and to coach them on presenting themselves in front of an audience in a relaxed, pleasant manner.
Instruments include: Appalachian & Hammered Dulcimer, Cello, Clarinet, Fiddle, Flute, Guitar, Marimba, Percussion, Piano, Saxophone, Viola, Violin & Voice.
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Suzuki Music Program
Shinichi Suzuki (1898-1998) was a violinist, educator, philosopher and humanitarian. He devoted his life to the development of the method he called Talent Education. Dr. Suzuki believed that "Musical ability is not an inborn talent, but an ability which can be developed. Any child who is properly trained can develop musical ability, jas as all children develop the ability to speak their mother tongue. The potenital of every child is unlimited."
Some basic priciples of the Suzuki Program include: students may begin at a young age (as young as 3); parents play an active role in the learning process; children become comfortable with the instrument before learning to read music; pieces are refined through constant review; and students perform frequently as individuals and in groups.
Instruments include: Flute, Piano, Viola & Violin
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Music Ensembles & Groups
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Art Programs - Ages 2.9+
The Visual Arts Department strives to help students express themselves through community based art projects, to build self-esteem, gain an appreciation for the arts and to create a learning experience by growing indivdual artistic skills.
The actual process of creating is of greater importance than the end product. The process allows students of all ages and abilities to individually epxress themselves and strengthens their creative problem solving. Students are given the tools to build their skills, techniques and ideas that make their art unique and personalized.
Our goal is to teach each student how to enjoy, appreciate and create art.
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Art Programs - Teens & Adults
The Visual Arts Department strives to help students of all ages express themselves through community based art projects, to build self-esteem, gain an appreciation for the arts and to create a learning experience by growing indivdual artistic skills.
The actual process of creating is of greater importance than the end product. The process allows students of all ages and abilities to individually epxress themselves and strengthens their creative problem solving. Students are given the tools to build their skills, techniques and ideas that make their art unique and personalized.
Our goal is to teach each student how to enjoy, appreciate and create art.
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Summer Camps
Each year offers a wide array of summer camps in Reading and North Reading. Week-long camps include Mini-Art Camps, Art Adventure Camps, Theatre Camps, Mini-Musicals and a 2-week Big Musical.
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Summer Workshops, Classes & Lessons
Each year offers a wide array of summer workshops, classes & private lessons in theatre, music and art for children, teens and adults. Small group classes can often be tailored to your needs.
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In the Schools
Creative Arts is happy to offer you an after-school and/or during-school arts enrichment program or home-school program tailored to your needs. We can set up shop at your location or at ours. Our theatre, art or music programs can also tailor a class or workshop to meet your needs for a small or medium group activity.
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In the Community
Part of Creative Arts mission is to inspire, enrich and connect individuals within the community. You will often find our staff, faculty or students participating in Town Day, Shop the Block, Library Open Houses, and other community based activities. If you would like us to participate in your community event, please email us at info@creativeartsforall.org or call the office at 781.942.9600.
Our theatre, art or music programs can also tailor a class or workshop to meet your needs for a small-medium group activity. Call us at 781.942.9600 or e-mail us at info@creativeartsforall.org to discuss tailoring a class or workshop specifically for you. A link for Girl Scout troups is also located on the right side of the page.
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Special Needs
Creative Arts and its faculty are sensitive to those with special needs. If you or your child has a special need, please discuss it with Education & Outreach Coordinator Victoria Smith. We will accommodate your needs as best we can!
We also can provide workshops or classes for specific groups. Currently we are working with the Burlington Recreation Department to provide arts enrichment for their adults with disabilities group.
For more information, please contact the office at 781.942.9600 or email Victoria at victoria@creativeartsforall.org.
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