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Artists in Schools Directory

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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
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
Dia de Muertos / Dia de Oakwood

Dia de Muertos / Dia de Oakwood

Peter Marin | 919-432-2563 | [email protected]

Arts and History Workshop about Dia de Muertos with posible participation in Dia de Oakwood.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Visual Arts
  • Grade Level: High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: Hispanic, Latinx
  • Does Not Accept bookings in Johnston County
Drum Talk: Music Workshop

Drum Talk: Music Workshop

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

Rhythm, drums, percussion, movement and language to explore culture, character and curriculum

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Music, STEAM
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Caribbean, European, Hispanic, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Drums for All: A Music Program for Students with Disabilities

Drums for All: A Music Program for Students with Disabilities

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

A hands-on musical  journey for students of any ability.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Multi-Disciplinary, Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Caribbean, European, Latinx, North Carolina
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
  • Specifically adapted for students with disabilities
Global Bluegrass Music

Global Bluegrass Music

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

An interactive exploration of the music and cultures of the world that gave us Bluegrass music.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Hobey Ford’s Touring Puppetry Performances

Hobey Ford’s Touring Puppetry Performances

Hobey Ford's Golden Rod Puppets | (518) 647-5916 | [email protected]

Hobey Ford’s performances incorporate a variety of puppetry styles and tales from various cultures and nature.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Literary, STEAM, Storytelling, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African, Asian, Caribbean, European, Latinx, Native American
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Kaboom Poetry Show

Kaboom Poetry Show

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

I perform classical, contemporary and original poems using audience participation and improvisation.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Literary, Theatre
  • Grade Level: Elementary
  • Cultural Context: African-American, European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Language is Music is Language

Language is Music is Language

Elise Witt | (404) 297-8398 | [email protected]

Delve deeply into foreign languages through the fun medium of song.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: High
  • Cultural Context: European, Latinx
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
Music Beyond Borders: Llanera, Joropo, Bluegrass with Larry & Joe

Music Beyond Borders: Llanera, Joropo, Bluegrass with Larry & Joe

Larry & Joe | (919) 606-4277 | [email protected]

Legendary Llanero musician Larry Bellorín & GRAMMY-nominated multi-instrumentalist Joe Troop play a fusion of Venezuelan and Appalachian music for live audiences in English and Spanish.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: Caribbean, Hispanic, Latinx, North Carolina
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
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