Alliance Theatre Institute for Educators and Teaching Artists

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The Alliance Theatre is the lead producing theatre in the Southeast, creating the powerful experience of

shared theatre for

diverse people.

Our unique in-school professional learning programs enhance student learning through the dramatic arts and give both teachers and students the experience of world-class live theatre.

Alliance Theatre Institute for Educators and Teaching Artists In-School Professional Learning Programs currently serve approximately

7,100 students from

348 classrooms in

50 schools

across the metro Atlanta area.

The Alliance Theatre Institute for Educators & Teaching Artists is > Directly correlated with school curriculum and the Common Core State Standards > A year-round collaboration between the Alliance Theatre and partner schools with a commitment to the improvement of education in and through the arts. > A professional learning opportunity for classroom teachers > Tailored to meet individual classroom goals by linking school curriculum and theatre arts

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“My students learned how to feel a story.

They created anchors in which to attach further learning. They used higher level thinking skills to discuss and understand author’s purpose, character development, problem and solution. They learned to analyze vocabulary and make predictions.

They did all of this while being engaged and excited.”

—Robyn B.

Institute Partner Teacher

In-School Professional Learning Programs > Georgia Wolf Trap Early Learning Through the Arts

> Reader’s Theatre

(Pre-School and Grades Pre-K–1st) A nationally recognized, research-based Early Learning Through the Arts education program which integrates drama, creative movement, puppetry and music to deepen and enhance literacy and numeracy skills.

> Dramaturgy by Students

(Grades 3–8) A literacy-based program that uses narrative texts and oral expression to enhance student learning in core content areas.

(Grades 2–12) A singular program that guides students through the process of text analysis, writing, and research to create artful educational materials that inform professional Alliance Theatre productions.

As a capstone of in-school partnerships, Pre-school and Pre-K–12 teachers and students attend at least one Alliance Theatre production. > Theatre for the Very Young (18 mos.–5 yrs.)

An artistic experience for children as young as 18

months old that seeks to nurture creative thinking and imagination; an innovative and inviting form of theatre that overcomes age and development barriers.

> Process Drama

> Student Matinees (Grades K–12)

(Grades 2–12) A powerful education program that affords students the opportunity to experience issues personally and connect more deeply to content areas, particularly when studying unfamiliar literature, cultures, or systems.

Performances paired with show-specific study guides are offered throughout the season to give youth of all ages access to the Alliance Theatre’s broadway-scale productions.

> Middle School Performances Each season the Alliance creates a show specifically for and in collaboration with middle school students. Both in house and touring options available.

> Collision Plus

What are the components of In-School Professional Learning Programs?

Georgia Wolf Trap

> Classroom demonstration and coaching > Lesson planning and consulting > Professional learning opportunities in the classroom, workshops, and an annual summer symposium > High quality live theatre experiences

(Grades 6–12) A professional learning program that inspires students to fully engage in a classic text from the school curriculum and through writing exercises, drama strategies, and historical research, create their own piece of theatre.

For in-school partnership opportunities, please contact the Institute for Educators and Teaching Artists Director at 404.733.4708 or michele.mummert@woodruffcenter.org

Bernard D. Jones in the Alliance Theatre’s 2012/13 production of The Real Tweenagers of Atlanta.

Photo by Greg Mooney.

Schedule a live theatre experience by contacting Theatre for Youth at 404.733.4661

Family Series on the Alliance Stage

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For partnership opportunities, please contact Institute for Educators and Teaching Artists Director Michele Mummert at 404.733.4708 or michele.mummert@woodruffcenter.org

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