Classes & Programs
Teachers
If enjoying the wonders of art is fulfilling; then teaching the wonders of art is truly rewarding. The Decatur Area Arts Council has programs that will help you be an even stronger arts educator in your classroom. Pick DAAC for your arts related CPDU's.
PASS - The Performing Arts Series for Students
October 19th, 2011 - April 23rd, 2012
The Performing Arts Series for Students (PASS) is designed to open doors to learning through the performing arts.
Types: Kids, Preschool, K, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
PASS Program - Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad
February 8th, 2012
This stirring drama with music is a classic tribute to the great American who freed herself and hundreds of her people from the bonds of slavery. Her courage helped to change the world. Share her adventurous life, the joys, sorrows, and challenges faced by this brave woman, with your students in this accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson. Presented by Theatre IV.
Types: Kids, 3rd grade, 4th grade, 5th grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
PASS Program - Fish Face
February 21st, 2012
Emily Arrow can do plenty of things well when she has "Uni," her toy unicorn, to bring her luck. But when Dawn Bosco appears, everything changes. The new girl seems to be good at everything. Worst of all, Emily discovers that Dawn has stolen her unicorn! Funny and touching, this musical reveals one of childhood's most difficult dilemmas: risking friendship to tell the truth. Part of the popular Kids of the Polk Street School series by 2 time Newbery Honor winning author Patricia Reilly Giff. Presented by Artspower.
Types: Kids, K, 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
PASS Program - Junie B. Jones
March 26th, 2012
Watch out world, here comes Junie B. Jones, and she's definitely ready for some new school-year adventures. Follow her escapades in this rollicking, one-of-a kind musical adventure based on Barbara Park's wildly popular books. Presented by Theatreworks USA.
Types: Kids, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
PASS Program - Sing Me a Happy Tune
March 28th - 29th, 2012
Join the Decatur Youth Symphony and conductor Neal Smith in an engaging program that is sure to have you humming along with some great melodies. Students will listen and explore some of the greatest tunes ever written and discover what made some songs so memorable. Prepare for an exciting, interactive experience with music. Presented by Youth Symphony Orchestra.
Types: Kids, 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
PASS Program - Cinderella
April 23rd, 2012
This delightful fairy tale musical takes place in a far away, long ago kingdom, where Cinderella lived with her stepmother and sisters. They treated her terribly and never gave her anything. Being a kind and good natured person, her dreams do come true. Students can expect to see the traditional Cinderella characters and a delightful new character named Mortimer Mouse who is Cinderella's good friend. Presented by American Family Theatre.
Types: Kids, Preschool, K, 1st grade, 2nd grade, Teachers, Teaching Aids
