Upcoming Events

  • Mar

    17

    Wed

    "Having a Ball" PD Session #4

    TENTATIVE DATE. This PD is open to CPS "Having a Ball" participating schools. Topic and presenter are TBD.

    CPS dance teachers who wish to attend may contact madiemer@cps.k12.il.us to request permission.

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    "The Elixir of Love" Student Matinee

    Student Matinees make it possible for students (grades 7-12) to experience world-class opera in a fully staged production at the Civic Opera House. Students marvel at the opulent setting, the magnificent sounds of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus, the lavish sets and costumes, the evocative lighting, and the beautiful voices of talented young singers in the lead roles. (Students are always amazed to learn that opera singers don’t use microphones.) Each performance features English translations projected above the stage, and study guides are provided to teachers and students in preparation for attending the opera.

  • Mar

    26

    Fri

    All-City Art Exhibition 2010

    The 2010 All-City Art Exhibition opens Friday, March 26, 2010 and runs through Friday, April 16, 2010 at the Illinois Institute of Technology. The hours of exhibition are 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (M-F) and 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Sat/Sun).

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    "The Elixir of Love" Student Matinee

    Student Matinees make it possible for students (grades 7-12) to experience world-class opera in a fully staged production at the Civic Opera House. Students marvel at the opulent setting, the magnificent sounds of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus, the lavish sets and costumes, the evocative lighting, and the beautiful voices of talented young singers in the lead roles. (Students are always amazed to learn that opera singers don’t use microphones.) Each performance features English translations projected above the stage, and study guides are provided to teachers and students in preparation for attending the opera.

  • Mar

    17

    Wed

    "Having a Ball" PD Session #4

    TENTATIVE DATE. This PD is open to CPS "Having a Ball" participating schools. Topic and presenter are TBD.

    CPS dance teachers who wish to attend may contact madiemer@cps.k12.il.us to request permission.

  • Mar

    25

    Thu

    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

    Our most popular student matinee - a second performance was added this year due to overwhelming demand! An interactive performance by America's foremost modern dance troupe. Includes the Ailey classic Revelations in its entirety and a portion of another work. Available for student groups of 10+. For more information visit www.auditoriumtheatre.org

  • Apr

    28

    Wed

    "Having a Ball" PD Session #5

    This PD is open to CPS "Having a Ball" participating schools. Presented in conjunction with Dr. Susan Lee from Northwestern University, this session will explore competition in context.

    CPS dance teachers who wish to attend may contact madiemer@cps.k12.il.us to request permission.

  • May

    06

    Thu

    Lelavision: Physical Music

    An instrument maker and a dancer, husband-and-wife team Ela Lamblin and Leah Mann create breathtaking performances that combine art, music, and dance. Returning after its sold-out performances in 2008, Seattle’s Lelavision presents a show combining its best material with new works developed in partnership with scientists from Emory University. Physical Music showcases Lelavision’s stunning and singular musical sculptures and their astonishing physicality. The duration of this program is 1 hour.

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    "The Elixir of Love" Student Matinee

    Student Matinees make it possible for students (grades 7-12) to experience world-class opera in a fully staged production at the Civic Opera House. Students marvel at the opulent setting, the magnificent sounds of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus, the lavish sets and costumes, the evocative lighting, and the beautiful voices of talented young singers in the lead roles. (Students are always amazed to learn that opera singers don’t use microphones.) Each performance features English translations projected above the stage, and study guides are provided to teachers and students in preparation for attending the opera.

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    From Ella to Mandela: The Legacy of the African and American Spirit

    Orbert Davis' Chicago Jazz Philharmonic presents a musical exploration of the contributions of female vocalists to the jazz genre, juxtaposed with our African roots in a Nelson Mandela inspired suite, ‘Hope in Action.’ Three of Chicago’s most celebrated jazz vocalists, Dee Alexander, Terisa Griffin and Maggie Brown, give tribute to the legacies of Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn and Billie Holliday. The second half of the program will present ‘Hope in Action,’ seamlessly weaving jazz, classical and South African inspired melodies, interspersed with moments of inspirational oration taken from Mandela’s speeches. The work culminates with a grand chorus featuring the Soul Children of Chicago. Also featured are renowned Chicago saxophonists Ari Brown & Ernest Dawkins.

  • May

    06

    Thu

    Lelavision: Physical Music

    An instrument maker and a dancer, husband-and-wife team Ela Lamblin and Leah Mann create breathtaking performances that combine art, music, and dance. Returning after its sold-out performances in 2008, Seattle’s Lelavision presents a show combining its best material with new works developed in partnership with scientists from Emory University. Physical Music showcases Lelavision’s stunning and singular musical sculptures and their astonishing physicality. The duration of this program is 1 hour.

  • May

    21

    Fri

    Kenwood Academy Music Department Spring Arts Vocal Music Festival

    Join us for a wonderful evening filled with great music!! Featuring: Beginning Female Chorus Beginning Mixed Chorus & CONCERT CHOIR!!! All proceeds benefit the vocal music programs at Kenwood Academy High School!

  • Mar

    26

    Fri

    All-City Art Exhibition 2010

    The 2010 All-City Art Exhibition opens Friday, March 26, 2010 and runs through Friday, April 16, 2010 at the Illinois Institute of Technology. The hours of exhibition are 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. (M-F) and 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. (Sat/Sun).

  • Mar

    26

    Fri

    All-City Teen Portfolio Exhibition 2010

    The 2010 All-City Teen Portfolio Exhibition opens Friday, March 26, 2010 and runs through Friday, April 16, 2010.

     

  • Apr

    02

    Fri

    World Art Chicago: One People, One Earth, Our Home Artwork Submittal Deadline

    All artwork for the World Art Chicago: One People, One Earth, Our Home Exhibit must be submitted TODAY between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. at Medill Training Center.

  • Apr

    05

    Mon

    All-City Art Exhibition Awards Ceremony & Reception

    The All-City Art Exhibition demonstrates the quality of work being produced by our high school students. We salute those students whose work is being exhibited and the teachers who have provided the ways, and means for their creativity to be expressed.

    The Awards Ceremony for students, family members and teachers will take place at the Illinois Institute of Technology from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    "The Elixir of Love" Student Matinee

    Student Matinees make it possible for students (grades 7-12) to experience world-class opera in a fully staged production at the Civic Opera House. Students marvel at the opulent setting, the magnificent sounds of the Lyric Opera Orchestra and Chorus, the lavish sets and costumes, the evocative lighting, and the beautiful voices of talented young singers in the lead roles. (Students are always amazed to learn that opera singers don’t use microphones.) Each performance features English translations projected above the stage, and study guides are provided to teachers and students in preparation for attending the opera.

  • Mar

    11

    Thu

    "The Curious Savage"

    The Lincoln Park High School Drama Program presents John Patrick's classic comedy, "The Curious Savage." The play tells the story of Mrs. Ethel P. Savage as she finds herself confined and subjected to psychiatric evaluation because her money-hungry heirs fear she is spending their inheritance unwisely. The other patients at the facility seek to help Mrs. Savage, and along the way, offer her unique perspectives on life and how to live it. As funny and poignant today as when it was written, "The Curious Savage" promises an enjoyable evening full of laughter for ages 9 to 90. (Student tickets available for $5.)

  • Mar

    16

    Tue

    Word is Rhythm 2010 Elementary Poetry Festival Professional Development

    This year we will once again present Word is Rhythm an Elementary Poetry Festival open to all CPS elementary schools. All participating schools will have the opportunity to present a 10-minute poetry performance. Schools may feature individual students or a whole class of students. Performers may present original poetry or recite existing poetry. All poetry performances must be appropriate for an educational setting.

    This festival is presented in partnership with The Gwendolyn Brooks Center for Black Literature and Creative Writing at Chicago State University, Young Chicago Authors and Kuumba Lynx.

    IMPORTANT DETAILS:

    • There are a limited number of slots. Schools will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis.
    • Each school may bring 1 busload of students.
    • Bus capacity is 48 persons (this will include students, teachers and chaperones)
    • The Office of Arts Education will provide the bus. Details regarding securing bus arrangements will be sent with confirmation and formal registration.
    • The event will take place from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. Schools should make arrangements for students to eat before or after or they may eat on the bus if arrangements are made beforehand.
    • A professional development session will be held for all participating schools on March 16th from 4:30-6:30 PM. If the lead teacher is unavailable please plan to send a representative.

    WHERE/WHEN:

    The festival will take place at 10:30 AM at the Old Town School of Folk Music 4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

    • April 13th  (Open to grades K-4)
    • April 14th (Open to grades K-4)
    • April 15th (Open to grades 5-8)
    • April 16th  (Open to grades 5-8)

    WHO:

    The presenters for this year’s festival are as follows:

    • April 13th         MC: Quraysh Ali Lansana

    http://www.poetrypoetry.com/Features/QALansana/QALansana.php

    Guest Author: W. Nikola Lisa

    http://www.nikolabooks.com/background.html

    • April 14th         MC: Quraysh Ali Lansana

    http://www.poetrypoetry.com/Features/QALansana/QALansana.php

    Guest Author: Tony Medina

    http://authors.aalbc.com/tony.htm

    • April 15th         MC: Kevin Coval

    http://www.kevincoval.com/bio-props.html

    Guest Author: Gran’daddy Junebug (Mitch Capel)

    http://www.gjbug.com/bio.htm

    • April 16th         MC: Kevin Coval

    http://www.kevincoval.com/bio-props.html

    Guest Author: Gran’daddy Junebug (Mitch Capel)

    http://www.gjbug.com/bio.htm

    DEADLINES:

    STEP ONE

    January 15, 2010-February 5, 2010

    Submit Statement of Interest

    If you are interested in participating in this year’s festival please send an email to emlansana@cps.k12.il.us which includes the following information:

    ·         Name of School

    ·         School Address (including GSR#), Phone and Fax

    ·         Contact teacher (best email and phone for contact teacher)

    ·         Grade level and number of students

    ·         1st/2nd choice dates of participation

    STEP TWO

    February 6-19th

    Confirmation

                You will receive an email response confirming your participation and requesting additional details required to complete your registration including: # of students, student names, performance selections etc.

     

  • Mar

    30

    Tue

    Haroun and the Sea of Stories

    The Theatre School at DePaul University presents "Haroun and the Sea of Stories" by Salman Rushdie, adapted by Tim Supple and David Tushingham, and directed by Damon Kiely. Based on Rushdie’s award-winning children’s novel, this tale depicts the epic battle between the forces of silence and freedom. As Haroun sets out to restore his father’s gift of storytelling, he encounters shadow warriors, mechanical flying birds, talking fish and other celebrated friends. Recommended for ages 7 and up. Additional performances continue through May 22.

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