2017– 2018
T R S A DISCOVERY EDUCATIONAL SERIES
The Carolina Theatre Durham, NC
T R S A DISCOVERY
2017– 2018
EDUCATIONAL SERIES
Each year we showcase performances designed to complement classroom curriculum, giving educators an exciting way to reinforce lesson plans. Our goal is to help engage students through captivating on-stage performances that connect with students and foster learning.
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THANK YOU
to the following donors for their support of Arts Discovery this year:
Fox Family Foundation, Inc. Norman & Bettina Roberts Foundation, Inc. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Duke Energy Foundation Duke University Hospital
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VISION To establish the Carolina Theatre as a field trip destination for arts education and community engagement programming.
EDUCATION GOALS • • • • •
Provide a feeling of welcome and access to Carolina Theatre for all segments of the community. Enhance teacher awareness of the arts as an effective medium for cultivating student appreciation of creative expression, academic learning, and artistic discipline. Create programs to promote arts integration to meet curriculum goals. Promote the arts as a vehicle for greater understanding and respect for all. Collaborate with arts and educational institutions and community organizations to bring rich educational experiences drawing upon the full spectrum of arts presented by The Carolina Theatre.
October 2, 2017
BILLY JONAS 9:50 AM & 11:20 AM Some ask: “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” Billy Jonas asks: “What is the sound of 600 sets of keys jingling on the downbeat? And how shall we inspire the audience to do it?” For 25 years, Billy Jonas, performer, singer-songwriter, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and educator, has perfected the art of the neo-tribal hootenanny around the globe original songs performed with a generous dose of audience participation. Jonas performs using voice, guitar, and industrial re-percussion - homemade creations of buckets and barrels, keys and cans, bells, and body percussion. Each concert is a soul-spelunking, heart-healing, joy-filled journey of spirited music that is accessible to anyone and everyone, regardless of age or cultural background. Grades: Pre-K–6 / Curriculum Connections: Music, Performance Art October 18, 2017
FLAMENCO CAROLINA
9:50AM & 11:20AM Flamenco Carolina represents the flamenco art form of song, dance and instrumental music associated with the folkloric musical traditions of Southern Spain. This music tradition includes tambourines, bells, wooden castanets and guitar with articulated movements that reflect the rich history of this culture. This Durham-based flamenco group consists of 8 dancers, a guitarist and a singer dedicated to preserving flamenco through performance and education. They have performed for various organizations and schools, bringing the passion of flamenco to the Triangle community. They have also sponsored workshops by visiting artists from Spain and the U.S. conducted by such luminaries as Belén Maya, Javier Heredia Fernández, José Luis de la Paz, Ricardo Marlow, La Meira, and Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana, among others. Grades: K–12
Curriculum Connections: Culture, History, Dance, Performance Art
October 20, 2017
KAHLIL GIBRAN, THE PROPHET 9:50 AM, 85 min The Prophet, by celebrated author Kahlil Gibran, is among the most popular volumes of poetry ever written, selling over 100 million copies in 40 languages since its publication in 1923. Gibran’s timeless verses have been given enchanting new form in this painterly cinematic adventure about freedom and the power of human expression. This breathtaking animated feature, produced and spearheaded by Salma Hayek, was an official selection at Cannes and made its North American premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival. Written and directed by Roger Allers (The Lion King), the film intersperses Gibran’s elegant poetry within stunning animated sequences by a host of award-winning animators from around the world. Set in a Mediterranean sea-side village, Kamila (Salma Hayek) cleans house for exiled artist and poet Mustafa (Liam Neeson), but the more difficult job is keeping her free-spirited young daughter, Almitra, (Quvenzhané Wallis) out of trouble. The three embark on a journey meant to end with Mustafa’s return home – but first they must evade the authorities who fear that the truth in his words will incite rebellion. Featuring music from Damien Rice, Glen Hansard and Yo-Yo Ma. Grades: 3–12
Curriculum Connections: Family Ties, Language, Literary Classic, Music, Reading, Art History, Social Studies, English, Language Arts November 2, 2017
APOLLO TO THE MOON
9:50AM & 11:20AM Created for, and originally designed and performed by, Kevin Reese. Share in the excitement of America’s race to the moon in this nationally acclaimed drama. Follow Scott Gibson, a young astronomer, who dreams of becoming an astronaut in the historic Apollo space program. This oneman multimedia performance features music of the 1950s and ‘60s, original downlink broadcasts from space, and over 100 NASA photographs. Grades: 3–12
Curriculum Connections: Performance Art, History, Language Arts, Science
November 14, 2017
DAR HE: THE STORY OF EMMETT TILL
9:50AM & 11:20AM 50 min performance, 10 min “talk back” When he stepped off the train from Chicago into the Mississippi Delta in 1955, 14 year old Emmett Till made a mistake that ended up having fatal consequences. He whistled at a white woman. Mike Wiley’s solo show brings Emmett’s story to the stage, utilizing actual conversations with a LOOK magazine journalist, Emmett’s mother, others who witnessed the events, and confessions from the men accused of his murder. This groundbreaking play examines everything from the murder to the trial. Grades: 7–12
Curriculum Connections: Performance Art, History, Social Studies
December 8, 2017
THE NUTCRACKER
11:00AM The Triangle Youth Ballet will perform Tchaikovsky’s classic, 125 year-old Russian ballet, The Nutcracker, Act 2, with 20 dancers accompanied by an orchestra comprised of 10 musicians. Founder and artistic director Lauren Lorentz de Hass and musical director Andrew McAfee will share why this story is considered a classic by identifying those elements of dance and music that delight us year after year. Grades: Pre-K–5
Curriculum Connections: Dance, Performance Art, Music
LENGTH OF PERFORMANCES – APPROXIMATELY 60 MINUTES
February 1, 2018
FEBRUARY ONE 9:50 AM & 11:20 AM Despite hard-fought gains in the fight for racial equality, segregation remained firmly entrenched in 1960 America. Black citizens in the South were still treated as second-class citizens and their calls for justice remained largely unheard by the nation. There had been some advances in the arena of civil rights with the Brown v. the Board of Education U.S. Supreme Court decision (1954), the Montgomery bus boycott (1955-1956) and the federally enforced desegregation of Little Rock (Ark.) High School (1957). However, after that, strong defiance by ardent segregationists pushed the movement into retreat. February 1, 1960 changed all that. Based largely on first-hand accounts and rare archival footage, February One documents one volatile winter in Greensboro, NC, that not only challenged public accommodation laws in North Carolina, but served as a blueprint for the wave of non-violent civil rights protests that swept the South and the nation throughout the 1960s. Grades: 5–12
Curriculum Connections: History, Social Studies, Civics, and Economics. February 6, 2018
MUSICK FIT FOR A KING
9:50AM & 11:20AM Musick Fit for a King, is Baroque music composed in the courts of European kings and queens, played on historical instruments. This program will introduce students to the Baroque instruments of the violin, viola, cello and harpsichord. The Mallarmé Chamber Players are professional musicians based in Durham, whose mission is to enrich the lives of the community through outstanding chamber music performance. Residencies and workshops available to schools through the Durham Arts Council’s CAPS program. Contact the CAPS Office at (919) 5602718 or visit www.durhamartscouncilcaps.com Grades: PreK–5
Curriculum Connections: Music, Performance, European History
February 12, 2018
THE LANGSTON HUGHES PROJECT: ASK YOUR MAMA (12 MOODS FOR JAZZ) 11:20AM
A multimedia concert performance of Langston Hughes’ kaleidoscopic jazz poem suite, “Ask Your Mama: 12 Moods for Jazz.” By way of videography, this concert performance by Dr. Ron McCurdy links the words and music of Hughes’ poetry to topical images of “Ask Your Mama’s” people, places, and events, and to the works of the visual artists Langston Hughes admired or collaborated with most closely over the course of his career. Together the words, sounds, and images recreate a magical moment in our cultural history, which bridges the Harlem Renaissance, the post World War II Beat writers’ coffeehouse jazz poetry world, and the looming Black Arts performance explosion of the 1960s. Grades: 4–12
Curriculum Connections: Music, History, Performance Art
March 2, 2018
HARRY THE DIRTY DOG
9:20AM & 11:20AM Harry has everything a little white dog with black spots could want. There’s just one problem: he hates taking baths. He hates them so much, in fact, that one morning he runs away. After a wonderful day spent playing in the dirt, Harry gets so grubby that he turns into a little black dog with white spots… and returns home to find that his family doesn’t recognize him! ArtsPower’s new musical, based on the classic book by Gene Zion, with illustrations by Margaret Bloy Graham, captures both the whimsical humor and touching dedication to family found in Harry’s story. Grades: K–3
Curriculum Connections: Literature, Performance, Family Connections
February 28, 2018
DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM 11:20 AM Now in its fourth decade, Dance Theatre of Harlem has grown into a multi-cultural dance institution with an extraordinary legacy of providing opportunities for creative expression and artistic excellence that continues to set standards in the performing arts. Dance Theatre of Harlem has achieved unprecedented success, bringing innovative and bold new forms of artistic expression to audiences in New York City, across the country and around the world. Residencies and workshops available to schools through the Durham Arts Council’s CAPS program for. Contact the CAPS Office at (919) 560-2718 or visit www. durhamartscouncilcaps.com Grades: K–12 / Curriculum Connections: Dance, Performance Art
April 17, 2018
THE DOWN HOME: JEWISH LIFE IN NORTH CAROLINA
11:20 AM The story of Jews in North Carolina is the story of the state itself. Searching for opportunity and advancement, enterprising people entered what was a very rural and substantially impoverished region. Through industry and often progressive leadership, North Carolina emerged as the leading New South state and Jewish North Carolinians helped fuel the state’s growth and change. Down Home: Jewish Life in North Carolina, consists of interviews, dramatizations and narration carefully weaving together select stories, locations and celebrations. Grades: 3–12
Curriculum Connections: History May 4, 2018
MY HEART IN A SUITCASE
9:50AM & 11:20AM Anne Lehmann and her family no longer feel safe in their Berlin home. Life in 1938 Germany is deteriorating quickly for the Lehmanns and all Jews living there; in order to protect their daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Lehmann may have to say goodbye to her forever. Anne must struggle to bring meaning out of despair, to cling to love and hope even in a world that seems to be filled with hatred and violence. ArtPower’s gripping and poignant production about Anne and her family’s decision whether or not to send her on the Kindertransport is a tribute to the strength of the human spirit and the enduring power of a family’s love. Grades: 5–12
Curriculum Connections: Theater, History, Civics, Family Values & Traditions
May 8, 2018
UGLY DUCKLING
9:20AM & 11:20AM
Inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s story; Written by Richard Giersch We all know the fable of the swan that grows up “ugly” in a family of ducks, later to find his appearance changing as he discovers his true identity. But, did you know, in the folk traditions of other cultures, different animals learn the lesson of the “ugly duckling.” Theatre IV unites the classic ugly duckling with the Burmese mole that hates dirt and the Inuit bald eagle with a full head of hair. These three “misfit” heroes work together to earn their home on the King’s estate and find the self-confidence that only friendship and accomplishment can provide. Please join us for this all singing, all dancing, all delightful new musical. Grades: K–5
Curriculum Connections: Theater, Folk Tales, Language Arts, Literary Classic, History, Science, Music, Reading
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DURHAM ARTS COUNCIL
October 25, 2017 / 3PM-6PM Educators Only, No Fee, CEU available The arts connect students to the fullness of life and people, places and innovative ideas. Learn to connect the arts to your classroom curriculum and how to utilize the multitude of resources located right here in the Triangle community to support student success through arts integration. Registration is FREE and includes teaching resources and continuing education certificate (CEU Credit) for teachers who attend the full event. Please visit www.durhamartscouncilcaps.com or contact Shana Adams, sadams@durhamarts.org or (919) 560-2718 for further information.
F R E Q U E N T LY ASKED QUESTIONS
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HOW MUCH ARE SEATS?
Seats for all shows are $8 per student. Reduced price tickets are available for Title I schools that qualify. 7.5 percent sales tax is included in the ticket price.
DO CHAPERONES/INFANTS HAVE TO PAY?
Yes. Schools receive one free chaperone ticket for every 30 seats purchased. Additional chaperones or parents can pay at the door on the day of the show based on availability. Infants under 1 year that will be sitting on a parent’s lap can receive complimentary entry but still need to get a ticket. Everyone must have a ticket for fire code safety.
HOW DO I RESERVE TICKETS TO A SHOW?
There are three ways to reserve tickets to an Arts Discovery event: 1) Complete the online reservation form at carolinatheatre.org/education 2) Call the Carolina Theatre box office at (919) 560-3030 Reservations may take up to 48 hours to process. If you do not receive an emailed invoice, please contact Box Office Manager Rebeka Todd at (919) 226-8879.
WHEN DO I PAY FOR MY CLASSROOM’S SEATS?
A 25% deposit is due 1 month after reservation is placed. No seats will be held without a deposit and deposits are non-refundable. The balance of your order is due three weeks prior to the show.
WHERE WILL MY GROUP SIT?
Theatre staff will seat students based on group size and grade level. Locations cannot be held for late arrivals. We request that all teachers and chaperones sit on the ends of the rows so they do not obstruct the view for smaller children seated behind them.
HOW LONG ARE THE SHOWS?
Most Arts Discovery performances are 60 minutes.
WHERE IS THE THEATRE LOCATED?
The Carolina Theatre is located at 309 W Morgan Street (also known as the Downtown Loop) in the heart of Downtown Durham directly adjacent to the Durham Marriott and Convention Center.
WHAT HAPPENS IF SCHOOL IS CANCELED ON THE DAY OF MY SHOW?
If your school is delayed or canceled due to weather or any other unexpected event, you will receive an account credit good for any remaining show this season, based on availability. The Carolina Theatre of Durham Inc. is responsible for paying artists and performers regardless of attendance, weather, or school cancellations, and will not be able to issue refunds under any circumstances.
ARE STUDY GUIDES AVAILABLE?
Yes. Almost every Arts Discovery performance at the Carolina Theatre has an accompanying study guide. Study guides can be found by visiting carolinatheatre.org/ education.
IS THE THEATRE ACCESSIBLE TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES?
Yes. Please contact the box office staff to make any necessary arrangements prior to the show.
WHAT PARKING FACILITIES ARE AVAILABLE AND WHERE ARE THEY LOCATED?
If coming by bus, please inform the box office of the number of buses that will need parking. Please check with the box office prior to your event to confirm bus parking location. Vans and cars may use the Durham Centre parking garage located across the street from the Theatre (for a fee).
WHAT TIME SHOULD MY GROUP ARRIVE AT THE THEATRE?
Please arrive 45 minutes before show time.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN MY GROUP ARRIVES AT THE THEATRE?
The group should remain on the bus or outside on the plaza while the group leader checks in with a theater house manager in the main lobby. Doors open 30 minutes before show time. Be sure to bring your receipt. It is the admission ticket to the performance.
MAY MY GROUP EAT LUNCH AT THE THEATRE?
No. Eating inside the Theatre or outside on the plaza is prohibited. We apologize for any inconvenience.
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ABOUT
THE CAROLINA THEATRE OF DURHAM
Built in 1926, the Carolina Theatre (then Durham Auditorium) has had a front row seat to North Carolina’s social, political and economic change. Through cinema and live performance, the Carolina Theatre has entertained and enriched our community for generations. When your students experience a show at the Carolina, they become a part of the 90-year history of this landmark theater. Today, the Carolina Theatre is committed to presenting the best in music, comedy, performing arts, independent cinema, and arts education. Historic exhibit tours are available at no charge. Call Box Office Manager Rebeka Todd at (919) 226-8879 to schedule time.
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PARKING + DIRECTIONS The Carolina Theatre is located at 309 W85 Morgan Street (also known as the Downtown Loop) in the heart of Downtown Durham directly adjacent to the Durham Marriott and Convention Center. Bus parking is available on Morgan St, directly in front of the Theatre. Please inform the box office of the number of buses that will need parking. Vans and cars may use the Durham Centre parking garage located across the street from the Theatre (for a fee). Bus drivers must stay with buses at all times until dismissed by staff or police.
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PHOTO: KATE POPE PHOTOGRAPHY
Wil Baptiste of Black Violin performs at the Carolina Theatre in March 2017 backed by students from Durham’s Kidznotes. The special performance was made possible by the Carolina Theatre Arts Discovery Educational Series program.
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