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Artists in Schools Directory

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Dancing Drum School Drum Day

Dancing Drum School Drum Day

Dancing Drum | (504) 941-1378 | [email protected]

Dancing Drum’s School Drum Day program gives all students at a school the opportunity to play 6 drums and percussion instruments in a hands-on workshop!

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, Caribbean, South American
  • 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
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
Drumming Traditions

Drumming Traditions

Drum for Change with Greg Whitt | (919) 696-0883 | [email protected]

Experiential learning through hands-on drumming with small groups.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, Caribbean
  • 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
Festival Of Drums

Festival Of Drums

Drum for Change with Greg Whitt | (919) 696-0883 | [email protected]

Group drumming in short sessions for quick turnover in festival settings.

  • Program Type: Workshop/Residency
  • Discipline: Music
  • Grade Level: Elementary, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, Caribbean
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
From Anansi to Zeus

From Anansi to Zeus

Donna Washington/DLW Storyteller, Inc. | (919) 471-3036 | [email protected]

Donna Washington presents age appropriate stories from Anansi the Spider to Zeus for students K-12.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, Asian, European, Middle Eastern, Native American
  • Accepts bookings in Johnston County
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
How Martin Climbed the Mountain!

How Martin Climbed the Mountain!

Reggie Harris | (518) 647-5916 | [email protected]

Interactive multi-media presentation honoring contributors to America and the world, who influenced the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement.

  • Program Type: Performance
  • Discipline: Music, Storytelling
  • Grade Level: Elementary, High, Middle
  • Cultural Context: African, African-American, European, 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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