ARTS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT2017 – 2018 PROGRAMS FOR EDUCATORS

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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s Education Department provides

a wide range of innovative, high quality arts education experiences

for students and educators seeking professional and personal

growth. Partnering with local communities and schools,

the Cultural Trust offers in-school and out-of-school residencies,

workshops, classes, and professional development opportunities.

Trust Arts Education programs can be customized to meet the

needs of audiences of all ages and abilities, nurturing a greater

appreciation and understanding through the arts.

This booklet is a glimpse at the array of programming

offered to educators and their students throughout

the 2017-2018 school year.

ARTS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

ARTS EDUCATION STAFF

Tracy L. EdmundsVice President, Arts Education

Sarah G. HamiltonProgram Coordinator for Early Childhood, Western PA Wolf Trap Affiliate Director

Seth LaidlawProgram Manager

Lisa LeiberingManager of School and Community Programs

2 EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

6 K-12 PROGRAMS

10 PERFORMANCES

14 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EVENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is dedicated to providing hands-on and interactive programming for young children. Through high-quality arts integration and educational experiences, young children are given the opportunity to develop their imaginations, foster critical thinking, increase self-esteem, and broaden their perspectives.

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA WOLF TRAP RESIDENCIES

Gateway to the Arts, a division of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust, is proud to be one of 17 regional affiliates of the internationally acclaimed Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts, and the only site in Pennsylvania.

The Western Pennsylvania Wolf Trap program provides innovative arts-in-education experiences for children, ages 0-5, their teachers and families. The objective is to encourage early childhood practitioners to integrate performing arts teaching techniques into their curriculum to support their children’s learning. Drama, music and movement experiences not only support physical, cognitive and socio-emotional development, but they create active, joyful, child-centered learning environments!

• Customized 16-session classroom residency

• Professional Development workshops for early childhood educators  

• Supplementary Wolf Trap Classroom Materials, resource guides, a classroom gift, and take-home materials

To schedule please contact Sarah at 412-456-2695 or hamilton@trustarts.org.

GATEWAY TO THE ARTS STORYCORNERS

Open the world of books to children through creativity and interaction with StoryCorner programs. Artists will bring books to life through the exploration of dance, dramatic play, music and visual arts.

• One 30-minute session

• Available to early childhood sites, libraries, and other community centers

• $95, with the option of adding a an art-making activity for an additional $25

To schedule please contact Sarah at 412-456-2695 or hamilton@trustarts.org.Pricing for outside of Allegheny County vary.

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JAZZ PERFORMANCES FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD CLASSROOMS

Through generous support from PNC Grow Up Great, the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust presents quality jazz music in an engaging and original performance. This opportunity allows children to explore the fundamentals of rhythm, dynamics, and various styles of this original art form. The performance is offered for free to early childhood classrooms that participate in Gateway to the Arts residency programs.

To inquire about your classroom attending a jazz performance, please call 412-471-2695.

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EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAMS

GATEWAY TO THE ARTS RESIDENCIES

Early childhood mini-residencies provide imaginative, engaging, sequential learning experiences for children, ages 0–5, and their teachers over the course of four classroom sessions. Students express themselves creatively and master foundational academic and life skills in fun, developmentally appropriate ways led by professional teaching artists. These mini-residencies provide professional development opportunities for teachers and can be customized to accommodate the center and staff. Matching funds for the workshops may be available through our funding partners.

• Customized 4-session classroom residency

• Up to 20 students, with classroom teacher

• $350 for locations within Allegheny County

To schedule please contact Sarah at 412-456-2695 or hamilton@trustarts.org.

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K-12 PROGRAMS

GATEWAY TO THE ARTS K-12 RESIDENCIES

Gateway to the Arts K-12 Residencies utilize highly skilled teaching artists. They deliver multi-session residencies and single session workshops in both visual and performing arts for in-school and out-of-school settings.

In-School Residencies are generally implemented across an entire grade level and consist of 8 – 12 sessions with a teaching artist. The residency curriculum is collaboratively designed by the teaching artist and the classroom teachers to meet both academic and artistic standards.

Out-of-School Residencies usually consist of 1 – 2 sessions/week/semester. The teaching artist designs the curriculum to meet the specific needs and interests of the students the program serves.

Programming costs vary and are based on a variety of factors including the number of students served, materials and number of sessions. Residency matching funds may be available.

To schedule please contact Lisa at 412-456-2696 or leibering@trustarts.org.

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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust offers comprehensive and diverse programming specifically designed for young artists and audiences. Through in-school and out-of-school residencies, workshops, and classes, the Trust’s arts education programs aspire to develop and enrich tomorrow’s artists and professionals.

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ARTSMASTERSArtsMASTERS is an educational outreach program that offers master classes, workshops, lectures and demonstrations taught by the Trust’s season of touring performers. ArtsMASTERS opportunities can be designed and tailored for students, teachers, and community members of all ages. Workshops and master classes can include topics in all styles of dance, music, technical theater, musical theater, puppetry, expressive movement, audition techniques, character workshops, and more!

Each show and ArtsMASTERS event is handled on a case-by-case basis and final decisions of availability are made by the Trust and the touring company. Groups that are selected for the ArtsMASTERS program will work closely with Trust staff to meet the needs of the participants.

To schedule please contact Seth at 412-325-2024 or laidlaw@trustarts.org.

THEATER ARTS WORKSHOPFebruary 13, 2018 (For Middle Schools Only) NEW

February 14 & 15, 2018 (For High Schools Only – choose one date)

9:00 am – 1:30 pm $100, 30 students per group/school Byham Theater

In this hands-on learning workshop, students work with theatre professionals in playwriting, set design, directing, stage combat, costumes, and hair and makeup in this hands-on learning workshop. School groups will rotate through the Byham Theater to get a deeper understanding of design, technical, and performance elements and how it all works together to translate to the stage.

To schedule please contact Seth at 412-325-2024 or laidlaw@trustarts.org.

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K-12 PROGRAMS

PERFORMANCES DEEPEN THE EXPERIENCEPlanning to bring your classroom to a performance? The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Arts Education Department can help to deepen your engagement and add on experiences to your day.

• Theater Tours

• Workshops

• Pre-Show Lectures

For more information on pricing and availability, please contact Seth at 412-325-2024 or laidlaw@trustarts.org

GET HERE BUS SUBSIDIESTo continue our mission of bringing students and teachers into the Cultural District, we offer Get Here Bus Subsidies to help with local transportation. If you’re interested in applying for a subsidy, please visit TrustArts.org/GetHere.

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The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust is proud to present matinees appropriate for all grade levels. These shows feature theater, dance, and music performances from Cohen and Grigsby Trust Presents, Citizens Bank Children’s Theater Series, and EQT Bridge Theater Series. We hope you will join us!

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SERIES

Water on Mars Friday, December 15, 2017 August Wilson Center 10:15 am

This trio takes juggling to an entirely new level with glow-in-the-dark rings, clubs, and balls. Electro-pop music keeps the action moving while the jugglers add water bottles, toilet paper rolls, and bags of candy to the mix.

2017-2018 EQT BRIDGE THEATER SERIES Targeting ages 7+, the EQT Bridge Theater Series features professional productions staged by national and international companies known for their quality and imaginative work. Advanced reservations required. For more information, visit TrustArts.org/Bridge.

PERFORMANCES

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2017-2018 CITIZENS BANK CHILDREN’S THEATER SCHOOL DAY MATINEE SERIES

The Citizens Bank Children’s Theater Series showcases imagination, creativity and fun from around the world. Shows travel to communities near you in Butler, North, South, East and West, and student matinees occur in the Byham Theater. Advanced reservations required. For more information, visit TrustArts.org/Kids.

Skippyjon Jones Snow What Monday, January 8, 2018 Byham Theater 10:15 am

Skippyjon Jones Snow What is a twist on the classic fairytale Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. Skippy heads off for the REAL adventure awaiting him in his closet. There, his alter ego Skippito Friskito must rescue the beautiful Princess Nieve Qué (Snow What), battle the evil dragon, and defeat the Bruja with the help of his friends, the Seven Chimichangos.

Dragons Love Tacos Monday, April 16, 2018 Byham Theater 10:15 am

Dragons love all sorts of tacos - except spicy ones! When a boy throws his new dragon friends a spicy salsa taco party, red-hot trouble ensues. This musical revue will also feature other popular stories, including Interrupting Chicken, The Dot, Mercy Watson Goes for a Ride, and Cowgirl Kate and Cocoa School Days (stories subject to change).

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EVENTS

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS

Dance, Rhythm, and Consensus Building in the Early Childhood Classroom September 30, 2017 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

This session shares time-honored methods of collective dances, songs, and chants that inspire cultural uplift and build self–esteem and awareness in children. Educators will explore innovative and multidisciplinary ways to encourage children to engage in collective effort, contribute to the group, and show respect for their own leadership skills and that of others. Through this engaging workshop led by Teaching Artist, Celeta Hickman, educators will create memorable learning experiences that can be used in the classroom to reinforce fundamental skills and promote healthy social development.

How Do I Feel? How Can I Cope? Music Integration Strategies for Early Childhood January 6, 2018 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

How can children identify and cope with their emotions? Young children naturally respond to and communicate through music! Teaching Artist, Amber Fantini, will model strategies using music, chants, and movement to help young students explore emotions and coping strategies. During this engaging workshop, participants will learn strategies that they can bring into their classrooms to help students recognize their emotions and learn healthy ways of expressing and coping with them.

To learn more about early childhood professional development workshops, contact Sarah at 412-456-2695 or hamilton@trustarts.org.

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Professional development is a key component to the Pittsburgh Cultural

Trust Arts Education Department programming. Our hands-on programs

focus on arts integration, providing teachers with innovative tools

and techniques that will increase their abilities to incorporate artistic

practices into their own teaching style. Additionally, we can create and

deliver robust learning events designed specifically to meet the needs of

the educational community being served. Act 48 credit hours available.

To receive a personal notification of upcoming professional development and events,

please sign up for the Tix for Teachers mailing list at TrustArts.org/Educators.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR K-12 EDUCATORS

DESIGNING PROJECT BASED LEARNING THROUGH ARTS INTEGRATION Educators will explore how arts integration can serve as a foundation for rigorous, innovative Project Based Learning curricula.

Visual Arts September 23, 2017 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

In this hands-on visual arts workshop, educators will engage with multi-media sculpture (beads, wire, felt, etc) as they consider how to craft a Project Based Learning plan connecting language arts and social studies/history.  

Performing Arts November 18, 2017 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

In this performance-based workshop, participants will work with everyday objects and repurposed materials to engineer giant puppets inspired by movement found in the natural world in order to promote deep learning through Project Based Learning plans that span the STEM fields.

To learn more about K-12 professional development workshops, contact Lisa at 412-456-2696 or leibering@trustarts.org.

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND EVENTS

PROMOTING SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING THROUGH ARTS INTEGRATION Participants will explore how arts integration may be utilized to promote positive social emotional learning and develop “soft” skills essential to all students’ success.

Visual Arts January 27, 2018 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

In this hands-on visual arts workshop, educators will get their hands fuzzy as they work with fibers, and learn a variety of techniques, from knitting to knotting, all designed to promote resiliency and collaboration.

Performing Arts March 17, 2018 | 9:00am – 12:00pm | Cost: $25 Trust Arts Education Center, 805-807 Liberty Avenue

In this performance-based workshop, educators will experience a variety of creative drama games, including group storytelling and tableau, intended to promote a broader perspective and increase empathy.

TIX FOR TEACHERSThe Pittsburgh Cultural Trust Arts Education Department values the work that teachers are doing in the classroom all year long! Tix for Teachers provides educators with discounted tickets for select performances, as well as opportunities to relax and connect with other teachers. To join Tix for Teachers visit TrustArts.org/Educators.

Prices, shows, and seating are subject to tour requirements and availability. Some restrictions may apply.

Tix for Teachers Brunch & Learn with Waitress Saturday, March 10, 2018 | 12:00 PM Trust Arts Education Center | 805-807 Liberty Avenue

Treat yourself to a day in the Cultural District with your friends and family! Join the Trust Arts Education Department for brunch and a pre-show talk before seeing the irresistible new hit musical, WAITRESS, with music by 6-time Grammy nominee Sara Bareilles.

A delicious brunch, drink ticket, and pre-show talk all included in the discounted ticket price.

To purchase tickets, visit TrustArts.org/Educators.

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2017–18 EDUCATION SPONSORSThe Pittsburgh Cultural Trust extends a special thank you to the following organizations for their generous support of the Education department.

Allegheny Regional Asset District

American Eagle Outfitters

The Anne L. and George H. Clapp Charitable Trust

Anonymous

Ayers Foundation

Bobby Rahal Automotive Group

Anne and Frank Cahouet

Duquesne Light Company

Cory Cope and Jennifer Owen

Eat’n Park Hospitality Group, Inc.

Emerson

FedEx Ground

First Commonwealth Financial Corp.

Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale Company

Murry and Cynthia Gerber

The Grable Foundation

Hefren-Tillotson, Inc.

The Huntington National Bank

The Jack Buncher Foundation

Levin Furniture

The Maxine and William Block Fund

MSA – The Safety Company

Nancy T. and William S. Conover II Fund

Philadelphia Insurance Companies

PNC Foundation

PPG Industries Foundation

Pennsylvania Council on the Arts

The Silberman Family Fund

Trumbull Corporation

UPMC

UPMC Health Plan

Vecenie’s Distributing Company

William V. & Catherine A. McKinney Charitable Foundation

THANK YOU!

2017–18 EDUCATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Esther Bush, Chairperson

Dr. Marcia Sturdivant, Vice-Chairperson

Alison Babusci

Dr. Tammy Miles Brown

Dr. Brett Ashley Crawford

Amy Cribbs

Dr. Kymberly Cruz

Stacey C. Davis

Tracy L. Edmunds

Christina Farrell

Sarah G. Hamilton

Errika Fearby Jones

Jennifer B. Kelly

Amy Kerlin

Seth Laidlaw

Lisa Leibering

J. Kevin McMahon

Michael J. Malone

Rona Nesbit

Carol Neyland

Melissa Pearlman

John Sotirakis

Hilary Tyson

Lisa Viscusi

Dr. Wayne Walters

Dr. Nancy Washington

Janis Burley Wilson

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