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2007 - 2008 Works of Art |
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At the heart of The Center's educational
practice is the work of art, selected for its high quality
and richness as a teaching resource. Each year The Center
offers a varied repertory of live theater, dance and music
performances and visual arts exhibits. During the school
year, performances may be main staged or tour our
participating schools.
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The Frog Bride
A hip new family-friendly
adaptation of the classic Russian fairy tale beautifully set
to the music of Prokofiev and original jazz/rock
compositions. This story traces the journey of a dreamy (and
prideful) youth into manhood and carries a powerful
message within its rich images and action, as Ivon, the
hero-to-be, pays a heavy price for his selfish choices.
Through an ardent adventure to the mysterious "land of three
times nine" he ultimately grows into a compassionate man.
Told with a comic spark that swells to the outrageous, "The
Frog Bride" engages the imagination and delivers a call for
self-assurance, courage and forgiveness. The scope of the
show ranges from narrative, to buffoonery, to high drama. -
"Imaginative, moving and beautifully performed...an
enactment of art-making!" - The Lincoln Center Institute
December 11, 12, 13, 2007
and March 24, 25, 26, 2008
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Aesop Bops!
How might a tiny mouse help a giant lion? Could a
talking flounder really be an enchanted prince? Why does the
turtle have a checkered shell? You'll be dazzled by the
answers in this physical, fast-paced, and funky show by
master storyteller David Gonzalez. Funny voices, witty
songs, fresh movement, live music and plenty of audience
participation come together for this delightful twist on
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Guy Davis
He's a musician, composer,
actor, director, and writer. But most importantly, Guy Davis
is a bluesman. The blues permeates every corner of Davis'
creativity. Throughout his career, he has dedicated himself
to reviving the traditions of acoustic blues and bringing
them to as many ears as possible through the material of the
great blues masters, African American stories, and his own
original songs, stories and performance pieces.
May 12 – 14, 2008 or by
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1776
Book by Peter Stone, Music and
Lyrics by Sherman Edwards.
It's the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare
independence... if only our founding fathers can agree to do
it! 1776 follows John Adams of Massachusetts, Benjamin
Franklin of Pennsylvania, and Richard Henry Lee and Thomas
Jefferson of Virginia as they attempt to convince the
members of the second Continental Congress to vote for
independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by
signing the Declaration of Independence.
"1776" puts a human face on the pages of history as we see
the men behind the national icons: proud, frightened,
uncertain, irritable, charming, often petty and ultimately
noble figures determined to do the right thing for a
fledgling nation.... Reprised from NYSTI's 2005 - 2006
season. Field trip to NYSTI.
Very limited availability March
14 and 19 only. Call The Center for AIE for alternative
NSYTI options
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Antigone
Amoeba Productions. Character masks by Jim Lewis,
text and performance by Bertrand Fay.
Sophocles' Antigone, prepared and adapted for solo
performance with character masks, and suitable for
venues both large and small. Antigone, NYS Secondary
Education Curriculum specific, lends itself to a
variety of teaching and learning objectives. - "A
minimalist presentation of classical drama:
ingenious and perfect, carrying the play forward in
a time of need of its truths. - Dan McBride,
Department of English, Guilderland Secondary Schools
Flexible dates
available. Call to arrange your ideal schedule
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Shakespeare: The Re-Mix*
By Aaron Jafferis and Gihieh Lee
On-
the -Go Performances are available for your school
on:
March 17 (pm), 18 (pm), 19, 20, 24 (pm), 25, 26, 27,
28, 31;
April 1, 2, 3, 4
Shakespeare: The Remix, by Aaron Jafferis and Gihieh
Lee, compares the power of language found in
Shakespeare’s works with that of early hip-hop and
slam poetry. In this new play, a hip teenage girl
tackles the women in Shakespeare’s written works,
and finds herself in a verbal battle with the Bard
himself. Designed for students of all ages,
Shakespeare: The Remix is a striking mix of
Shakespearean text with fresh, original hip hop
poetry and music.
*limited dates in March and April.
*It is
requested that High Schools not book this “On the
Go” in lieu of Taming of the Shrew
Recommended for 5th Grade on up!
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Sylvie (Wickstrom)
Kantotovitz
Sylvie (Wickstrom)
Kantotovitz
Featured from our Literary Arts strand, author /
illustrator Sylvie (Wickstrom)
Kantotovitz and her books are your
live Work of Art!
The illustrator... Browsing through the art books in
various bookstores, I felt irresistibly attracted by
the nearby shelves of children's books. Such fun
stories, such beautiful pictures! And then it struck
me. "WHY NOT ME?" Then the writer... Although I had
already authored a story, my desire to write
developed with the arrival of my daughter, Sosha.
She loved to be read to and I loved reading to her.
But she also loved to hear invented stories,
especially about her...
Flexible dates
available. Call to arrange your ideal schedule
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Fault Line
The Fault Line, America's hottest vocal rock group,
has just scored a double whammy at New York City's
Harmony Sweepstakes. Awarded both First Place and
Audience Favorite, they head to San Francisco for
the national finals on May 5th. A recent piece of
fan mail just about sums it up: "Words can (not)
describe what it was like to experience your
performance …, especially your break-the-rules
renditions of Some Kind of Wonderful and Stand by
Me. You made me get back into how I used to feel…;
having a passion for passion."
Winter and spring dates by arrangement.
Available October 1 –
20, 2008. Call for details
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Nego
Gato Music & Dance Ensemble
Gato’s performances are
designed to share the beauty, variety and dynamic
power of Afro-Brazilian culture. This four member
company will bring you a slice of Brazil through the
authentic costumed dances of Candomble, the
acrobatic and explosive martial dances of Marcuele
and Capoeira, and the soulful and rich compositions
of traditional instruments. In Schools
Winter and spring dates by arrangement.
October 22 – 24, 2008
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