When artists visit for a week, we try to imbue their stay with meaning and greater impact by connecting them with the same group of people more than one time. For example, if a contemporary dance company visits, company members will guest teach at the University for all modern dance classes happening that week. That way, the students can work with the artists on technique that takes more than one class period to learn. Master classes provide opportunities for student artists to have guidance in their craft from practicing artists. These classes include all types of musical instruments, vocal coaching, acting instruction, and dance.
Workshops allow the participants to gain hands-on experience with the artist.
Examples range from a puppet-making workshop involving teachers and children to a storytelling workshop in which each participant relates his or her own true story. Panel discussions gather various experts on a topic related to the artist s work to speak about the topic and invite input from the audience. Student matinees are specially designed programs, generally one-hour long, in which the artists interact with school children in their school setting. Most artists touring today have a children s matinee pre-designed and ready to visit the schools. We look forward to touching your life through the performing arts.