2020-21
EDUCATION PROGRAMS ENGAGING VIRTUAL OFFERINGS, ACTIVITIES & MORE
EXPERIENCE OPERA WITH US!
FROM THE BEGINNING, Opera Colorado has been dedicated to serving
OUR PROGRAMS
our community through innovative and engaging arts education programs. While this year may look much different than any of us imagined and the
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STORYTIME SESSIONS Virtual All Ages
challenges we’re facing can seem overwhelming, our commitment to supporting Colorado’s teachers and students of all ages remains the same. To ensure
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everyone’s health and safety, we’ve worked diligently
NEW!
BRAIN BREAKS Virtual Pre-K–5th Grade
to reimagine our most impactful programs and focused our energies on what we can offer virtually this year. What follows is a curated guide to the
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exciting experiences we have to offer for the 2020-21 Season. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please get in touch with us to discuss the many ways we can customize a program to meet the needs of you and your students. We look forward to partnering with you
WORKSHOPS Virtual All Ages
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ARIAS & ENSEMBLES Virtual All Ages
and bringing the magic of opera to your classrooms, no matter where they may be.
WHO WE ARE
CHERITY KOEPKE JARED GUEST
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Manager of Education & Community Engagement
operacolorado.org/education
Director of Education & Community Programs Director of Opera Colorado’s Artist in Residence Program
WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!
To inquire about any of Opera Colorado’s education programs, or to make a reservation, please contact education@operacolorado.org or call 303.778.7350.
MEET THE 2020-21 OPERA COLORADO ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE Each season’s Artists in Residence are vital to Opera Colorado’s mission of bringing opera to thousands of people across the Rocky Mountain region. They perform for schools, community centers, and other venues, and are the featured performers in special programming and virtual offerings this season. Their eight-month residency in Denver includes training and coaching from artistic staff and guest artists. The Artist in Residence Program is sponsored by Ken & Donna Barrow, with additional support from Patrick Spieles.
CATHERINE SWINDLE
THOMAS LYNCH
Sponsored by Laurence & Cynthia Chan and Ken & Barbara Laff
Sponsored by Gayle & Gary Landis
SOPRANO
BARITONE
KENDRA BROOM
TIMOTHY MADDEN
Sponsored by Joy & Chris Dinsdale
Sponsored by David & Elizabeth Budd and Martha & Will Tracey
MEZZO-SOPRANO
BASS-BARITONE
DEVIN EATMON
STEPHEN VARIAMES
Sponsored by Agatha Kessler & Curtis Fentress
Sponsored by Joyce de Roos and Donald K. Braden
TENOR
COACH ACCOMPANIST
ISAIAH FEKEN BARITONE
Sponsored by Dr. Stephen L. Dilts
EDUCATION & COMMUNITY PROGRAMS | 2020-21
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THE EXPERIENCE elivered digitally to present D in-class or via remote learning tudents watch opera come to S life in animated and live-action shorts, featuring the Opera Colorado Artists in Residence
VIRTUAL OFFERED:
NOVEMBER – MAY
GRADE LEVEL: ALL AGES
COST:
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
STORYTIME SESSIONS STEP INSIDE
WHERE STORIES COME TO LIFE.
There you will meet the Finley brothers, the owners of the bookstore. They know just how magical a story can be and share that knowledge with anyone who may drop in. Each character pulls you into the pages of some of the most beloved tales and tunes from opera, musical theatre and more. Running at approximately 30 minutes in length, this program is perfectly suited for students as they take their first venture into the world of opera.
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THE EXPERIENCE series of short video A presentations centered around the arts esigned to harness creativity D and critical thinking un sessions that can be F completed individually
VIRTUAL FEBRUARY – MAY
BRAIN BREAKS
GRADE LEVEL:
NEW FOR THE 2020-21 SEASON!
OFFERED: ALL AGES
COST:
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
Let’s be honest, school feels different this year and everything seems more challenging. Sometimes you just need to take a break, take a breath and get creative. That’s where Brain Breaks come in. These short, interactive sessions are designed get you up and moving, learning about music and the arts. Available individually or as packages, Brain Breaks will spark creative thinking and set the tone for the rest of your day.
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THE EXPERIENCE Enhance your curriculum ork directly with industry W professionals Customized for your classroom
VIRTUAL OFFERED:
NOVEMBER – MAY
GRADE LEVEL: ALL AGES
COST:
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
WORKSHOPS OF ALL THE FINE ARTS, OPERA IS THE MOST COLLABORATIVE AND THESE WORKSHOPS OFFER PROOF! Led by Opera Colorado’s Teaching Artists, these fun and informative workshops integrate opera into established curriculum and apply to a wide variety of subjects, including Vocal and Acting Master Classes, Shakespeare, History, Communication, Teambuilding, 21st-Century Learning Skills, and much more. All workshops can be conducted digitally to accommodate distance learning. Need a workshop tailored to a specific topic? Just contact Opera Colorado with your request!
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THE EXPERIENCE Unique and engaging Themed performances asily accessible and highly E entertaining
VIRTUAL OFFERED:
JANUARY – MAY
GRADE LEVEL: ALL AGES
COST:
PAY WHAT YOU CAN
INTERESTED IN PURCHASING MULTIPLE CONCERTS? CONTACT US FOR PRICING OPTIONS
ARIAS & ENSEMBLES A CONCERT-STYLE EXPERIENCE NOT TO BE MISSED! This series of concerts are led by an emcee and conducted virtually for the safety of the audience and performers. In Arias & Ensembles, selections are performed as they would be on stage, but without the use of sets and costumes, which creates an intimate and engaging experience. Featuring the Opera Colorado Artists in Residence, this delightful program includes arias and ensemble pieces from opera, musical theatre, and more.
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2020-21 PROGRAM SPONSORS
Opera Colorado’s Education & Community Engagement Programs are made possible through the generous support of the following donors:
EDUCATION SPONSORS Denver Lyric Opera Guild Denver Post Community Foundation Sidney E. Frank Foundation Scientific and Cultural Facilities District Galen & Ada Belle Spencer Foundation Melvin & Elaine Wolf Foundation
The Artist in Residence Program is sponsored by Ken and Donna Barrow, with additional support from Patrick Spieles.
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RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS SCHOLARSHIPS Did you know that Opera Colorado offers partial scholarships for ANY of our educational programs? Send inquiries to jguest@operacolorado.org to see how we can assist your school or community! Scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
GUIDEBOOKS Not sure what to expect from your experience with the opera? Let us help! Opera Colorado is pleased to provide FREE downloadable guidebooks filled with activities, games, and discussion topics for each of the season’s programs, as well as a beginner’s guide for audiences new to opera.
Contact Opera Colorado for More Information, Pay What You Can Options, or to Book Programs JARED GUEST Manager of Education & Community Engagement
jguest@operacolorado.org 303.778.7350
Want more time with the artists behind your favorite Opera Colorado Education Program? Each purchase comes with an optional Talk Back with the Artists behind the program you experienced. Email education@operacolorado.org or call 303.778.7350.
MAKE A RESERVATION TODAY! Making a reservation is easy with three ways to bring the magic of opera to your school or community organization.
ONLINE:
operacolorado.org/education
SCHOLARSHIPS
PHONE:
303.778.7350
EMAIL:
education@operacolorado.org
Opera Colorado provides partial scholarships to qualified schools and community venues. For more information or to download an application, visit operacolorado.org.