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Before Rock ‘n’ Roll

Before Rock ‘n’ Roll

Scott Ainslie | (518) 647-5916 | [email protected]

History, story & music; back in time to the rhythms and music that gave rise to Rock ‘n’ Roll

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, European
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Bluegrass Stomp/Catch the Bluegrass Bug!

Bluegrass Stomp/Catch the Bluegrass Bug!

Charles Pettee | (919) 623-1438 | [email protected]

An interactive journey through Blues and Bluegrass music from the Pilgrims to the present

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African-American, European, North Carolina
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Blues in Education Workshops

Blues in Education Workshops

Scott Ainslie | (518) 647-5916 | [email protected]

Follow-up programs designed to build on the foundation of musical experiences of Scott’s concerts

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, European
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Brass Can Do Anything

Brass Can Do Anything

Hot Horns | (410) 227-2639 | [email protected]

The study of brass instruments (past to present), their uses, and how and why they are different.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Breaking the Chains – Moving Onward and Upward

Breaking the Chains – Moving Onward and Upward

African American Dance Ensemble | (919) 672-1058 | [email protected]

Dancing with freedom of expression and purpose of growth.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Bridging the music of Africa & The Americas

Bridging the music of Africa & The Americas

Alex Weiss & Different Drum | (919) 491-5089 | [email protected]

Explore the evolution of American music from the rhythms and melodies of Africa, to the light and lively calypso of the Caribbean and contemporary spoken word.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance, Multi-Disciplinary, Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Caribbean, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Bright Star Touring Season

Bright Star Touring Season

Bright Star Touring Theatre | (336) 558-7360 | [email protected]

Topical shows, workshops and residencies that delight and inform – Black History, STEM/STEAM, Antibullying, Literature and more!

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: STEAM, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African-American, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Chapters and Verses: Writing Poems Inspired by Books

Chapters and Verses: Writing Poems Inspired by Books

Michael Beadle | (828) 400-6374 | [email protected]

Students learn how to write poems based on texts they’ve studied.

  • Program Type: Writer-in-Residence
  • Discipline: Literary
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African-American, Asian, European
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Community Quilt: Stories of people who came to the US

Community Quilt: Stories of people who came to the US

Story Tapestries | (301) 916-6328 | [email protected]

Custom designed history of immigration in the United States told through Dance, Music and Story.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance, Literary, Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, European
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Dancing Drums: Performance

Dancing Drums: Performance

Beverly Botsford | (919) 824-3821 | [email protected]

An interactive, cultural celebration with drumming, percussion, movement, stories and spoken word.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Caribbean, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
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We had such a fun morning at Southeast Raleigh Ele We had such a fun morning at Southeast Raleigh Elementary School with Living Rhythms! Thanks to @duke_energy for supporting this program and others through our Artists in Schools programs. Happy Friday!

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Today the 2025 High School Spoken Word Competition Today the 2025 High School Spoken Word Competition finalists participated in a masterclass with Dasan Ahanu.  These young people have something to say!! @raleighfinearts @dasanahanu #spokenword #powerful #nextgen
It is with sadness and deep appreciation that we h It is with sadness and deep appreciation that we honor the life of Ginny Zehr. Ginny not only advanced the mission of United Arts—she dedicated her life to supporting artists, teachers, and arts organizations across Wake County. Our cultural community is stronger because she was part of it, and her commitment and spirit will continue to uplift our community.
Last call! We only have 2 more spots available for Last call! We only have 2 more spots available for our Words & Wine event tomorrow at Raleigh Wine Shop. Come get creative and cozy, with a mini writing workshop from Redbud Writing Project, snacks and a glass of wine on us.

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