Applications for the All-City Performing Arts Program Spring Session are now OPEN! Applications are on a rolling basis.
All ACPA ensembles will be offered in-person in the 2021-2022 school year at Jones College Preparatory High School (700 S. State Street, Chicago, IL). Please note that additional precautions and restrictions will be in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The ensembles open in the 2021-22 school year are:
- Symphonic Band I and II, Grades 6–12
- Percussion Ensemble, Grades 6–12
- Jazz Band, Grades 6–12
- Music & Media Production , Grades 6–12
- Orchestra, Grades 6–12
- Choir, Grades 3–12
- Elementary Modern Rock Band, Grades 5–8
- High School Modern Rock Band, Grades 9–12
- Mariachi, Grades 5–12
- Dance, Grades 6–12
- Theatre, Grades 6–12
Some important notes about the program this year:
- Priority will be given to students who do not have access to in-school arts education at their home schools.
- To mitigate the spread of COVID-19, ensembles are only being offered between 9am-11am and 12pm-2pm. Please review the ensemble information for specific rehearsal times.
- Students may only participate in (1) one ensemble.
- Rehearsals for the Spring Session run every Saturday starting January 22nd through May 8th with the exception of breaks and holidays.
- Instruments and other materials will be distributed to students after enrollment is closed.
What is All-City Performing Arts?
The All-City Performing Arts Program invites students in grades 3–12 from all across the district to perform and create within music, dance, and theatre ensembles every Saturday throughout the fall and spring semesters.
At the beginning of each school year, students at beginning to advanced levels in their art forms are encouraged to apply for ACPA Winter Ensembles in music, theatre and dance. Beginning in early fall, students who are accepted rehearse every Saturday, receiving exceptional instruction from highly-qualified CPS teachers and teaching artists. They go on to perform at a Winter Showcase in December.
Students from Winter Ensembles may be eligible for nomination to the ACPA Spring Ensembles. (Students who were not part of the Winter Ensembles can also apply and audition to join Spring Ensembles.) These students rehearse on Saturdays throughout the Spring semester and go on to perform at a Spring Showcase.
¡Las solicitudes para la sesión de primavera del programa de artes escénicas de toda la ciudad ya están ABIERTAS! Las solicitudes son continuas.
Todos los conjuntos del programa ACPA se ofrecerán los sábados en persona en la secundaria Jones College Prep durante el año escolar 2021-22. Tengan en cuenta que habrá precauciones y restricciones adicionales para mitigar la propagación de COVID-19. Los conjuntos que estarán disponibles en el año escolar 2021-22 son:
- Banda Sinfónica I y II, Grados 6º-12º
- Grupo de Percusión, Grados 6º-12º
- Banda de Jazz, Grados 6º-12º
- Música y Producción, Grados 6º-12º
- Orquesta, Grados 6º-12º
- Coro, Grados 3º-12º
- Banda de Rock Moderno de Primaria, Grados 5º-8º
- Banda de Rock Moderno de Secundaria, Grados 9º-12º
- Mariachi, Grados 5º-12º
- Danza, 6º a 12º grado
- Teatro, Grados 6º-12º
Algunas notas importantes sobre el programa:
- Se dará prioridad a los estudiantes que no tienen acceso a la educación artística en sus escuelas.
- Para mitigar la propagación de COVID-19, los conjuntos sólo se ofrecen entre las 9 y las 11 de la mañana y entre las 12 y las 2 de la tarde.
- Los estudiantes sólo podrán participar en un conjunto. Los estudiantes podrán seleccionar su primera y segunda opción en el formulario de solicitud.
- Los ensayos se realizan todos los sábados a partir del 16 de octubre con la excepción del 27 de noviembre debido a las vacaciones de Acción de Gracias.
- Los instrumentos y otros materiales se distribuirán a los estudiantes una vez que cierre la inscripción.
El programa de artes escénicas de toda la ciudad invita a los estudiantes de los grados 3 al 12 de todo el distrito a actuar y crear conjuntos de música, danza y teatro todos los sábados durante los semestres de otoño y primavera.
Al comienzo de cada año escolar, se anima a los estudiantes de nivel principiante a avanzado en sus formas de arte a que soliciten los conjuntos de invierno de la ACPA en música, teatro y danza. A partir de principios del otoño, los estudiantes que son aceptados ensayan todos los sábados y reciben instrucción excepcional de maestros y artistas de enseñanza altamente calificados de CPS. Continúan actuando en un Winter Showcase en diciembre.
Los estudiantes de Winter Ensembles pueden ser elegibles para ser nominados a ACPA Spring Ensembles. (Los estudiantes que no formaron parte de los conjuntos de invierno también pueden postularse y hacer una audición para unirse a los conjuntos de primavera). Estos estudiantes ensayan los sábados durante el semestre de primavera y actúan en una exhibición de primavera.
All-City Performing Arts – Staff Application
Prospective arts educators can apply to lead an ensemble during All-City Performing Arts for SY 2021-22. More information about these paid positions can be found at this link. Please view this information before applying below!
Information for Arts Partner Organizations, Colleges, and Universities
We are excited to open the All-City Performing Arts application to arts partners, colleges, and universities to submit applications to sponsor or lead an ensemble for the 21-22 school year. The DAE is committed to providing a quality arts education to all students. Our strongest partnerships are constructed on the notion of maximizing the student experience by cultivating an authentic student-learning environment, providing college/university pathways, and career opportunities for students.
Partners/Colleges/Universities are encouraged to explore potential opportunities in their application:
- Scholarship advocacy for participating All-City Performing Arts students
- Professional development and access to resources for Ensemble Leads
- Quote of services and any in-kind donations
- Guidance and resources for culturally-responsive repertoire
- Partnerships with Fine and Performing Arts schools
- Career pathways into music education programs for students
Applications will be selected based upon the interest of proposed instructors, the potential interest among students, and learning outcomes. As this is a developing initiative, student interest will be evaluated through an annual survey in tandem with course usage data by school year 22-23.
If you have questions about All-City Performing Arts, please email allcityarts@cps.edu or call (773) 553-2170.