Arts in Education Series

The Georgia Ballet’s Arts in Education program is comprised of three distinct programs offered to all schools in the metropolitan Atlanta area.

1) Our Field Trip Program annually introduces over 14,000 metro Atlanta school children to the artistry and athleticism of live dance performance. Students attend abbreviated matinees of The Georgia Ballet’s regular performance series followed by a question and answer session. All performances are held at the Cobb County Civic Center and last approximately one hour. Student tickets are $6.00 each. One free chaperone may be admitted for every 10 students. Minimum purchase of $60.00 is required. Call 770-528-0881 for reservation materials.

2) On-site Lecture Demonstrations to schools bring dance to the lives of students throughout the community through interactive and informative performances. These up-close and intimate programs increase creative thinking, problem-solving, and a love of the arts.

3) Momentum, The Georgia Ballet’s newly initiated outreach program, gives underprivileged children the opportunity to learn the basics of dance training. In this special residency program involving partnerships with Title I schools, students focus on musicality, rhythm, quality of movement and basic dance terminology. Each of The Georgia Ballet’s Arts in Education programs allows educators the opportunity to share the Arts, specifically dance education, with their students either through live theatrical performance or a hands-on approach to learning - an opportunity that many students do not often have. All programs meet Georgia Quality Core Curriculum Standards, and study guides are provided to enhance the experience of each program.

For booking information on any of The Georgia Ballet’s Arts in Education programs, call 770-528-0881. Early booking is advised as many of our performances and programs fill up quickly.

Download and print an Arts in Education Reservation Order Form

Download and print information on the 2007-2008 Arts in Education Series

Download and print the Arts in Education Reservation cover letter

 
Dreams, Myths, & Legends
2007-2008 Arts In Education SERIES

Firebird

In this colorful folktale, a magical firebird helps a young girl learn a valuable lesson in a strange new land. A prince, princess, and evil sorcerer round out this enchanted fantasy adventure!

October, 31st, 2007 : 11:45 am

Download The Firebird Study Guide (PDF format)

The Nutcracker

A holiday favorite filled with dancing snowflakes, toy soldiers, giant mice, and delicious candies. This confectionary spectacle is a real sweet treat!

December 4-6, 2007 : 10:00 and 11:45 am

La Sylphide

A mythical sylph enchants a Scotsman and lures him into a mysterious forest. Little does he know, a cross witch is plotting revenge on the young man. Come enjoy this beautiful springtime legend!

March 11, 2008 : 11:45 am Last open performance – reserve your seats today

Download the La Sylphide Study Guide (PDF)

 
In-School Lecture Demonstrations

Carnival of the Animals

This fun and fast-paced zoological program celebrates the worlds of dance, music, and literature. Camille Saint-Saëns’s musical suite The Carnival of the Animals comes to life with the humorous verses of Ogden Nash and The Georgia Ballet dancers that accompany each movement. Every student will have the opportunity to take part in this interactive and delightful performance.

Program format: Interactive performance
Grades:pre-K- 2nd grade
Program Costs: $350 or two back-to-back $500
Audience Limits: up to 40 children
Duration: 45 minutes

Requirements: electrical outlet, clean performing area, a changing area for the dancers
   


The Georgia Ballet Presents: Dance 101

Learn about a variety of theatrical dance forms in this fast-paced and engaging program. From classical ballet to jazz, modern, folk dancing, and more, The Georgia Ballet will keep you moving! Students will watch performances of various dance styles and then learn some dances themselves, enhancing their self-expression and relationship to music in this informative program.

Program format: Interactive performance
Grades: 3rd-5th
Program Costs: $350 or two back-to-back $500
Audience Limits: up to 40 students
Duration: 45 minutes

Requirements: electrical outlet, clean performance area, a changing area for the dancers
 



Discover Dance with The Georgia Ballet

Students will experience dance history and culture in this entertaining review of theatrical dance forms. Experience excerpts from classic to contemporary pieces in various styles of dance including ballet, jazz, modern, and folk dancing. Following the performance, students will have the opportunity to ask questions in a stimulating and engaging discussion about the world of dance.

Program format: Assembly
Grades: pre-K – 12 th grade
Program Costs: $1,500 or two back-to-back $2,000
Audience Limits: 300
Duration: 45 minutes

Requirements: clean performing area of at least 1000-1200 square feet, sound system, a changing area for the dancers


To book your In-School Lecture Demonstration or field trip today, contact The Georgia Ballet at 770-528-0881