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Artists in Schools Directory

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Books Alive

Books Alive

Jennifer Armstrong | 207-322-2265 | [email protected]

With stories, bagpipe, fiddle, banjo, dancing puppet, and sing alongs this program introduces students to the folk arts and engages their imaginations, delight and participation.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: European, North Carolina
  • 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
Cantamos Con Ritmo: Performance with Botsford and Witt

Cantamos Con Ritmo: Performance with Botsford and Witt

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

A celebration of Spanish language with voice & percussion, rhythm & song

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, Caribbean, 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
Coming to America

Coming to America

Mimi Herman | (919) 606-7686 | [email protected]

When students are transformed into immigrants to America in 1901, history comes alive through poetry and drama.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Literary, Multi-Disciplinary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: 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
CrossRoads

CrossRoads

Antonio Rocha | (207) 329-0849 | [email protected]

A dynamic storytelling show featuring stories of respect and stress relief.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Dancers in Schools

Dancers in Schools

Carolina Ballet | (919) 747-8457 | [email protected]

Carolina Ballet dancers bring the artistry and athleticism of professional dance into schools.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Dance
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: 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
Digging Deep for the Roots of Bluegrass Music Residency

Digging Deep for the Roots of Bluegrass Music Residency

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

Explores the multi-cultural connections that make up the sounds and instruments in Bluegrass music!

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African-American, European, Hispanic, North Carolina
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
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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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