May 2018 Newsletter

May 2018 News & Updates

May is such an exciting and difficult month for students and teachers. The kids are antsy, there are so many events and teachers supply closets are running on empty. But a much needed break for all is right around the corner!

At Young Audiences we will continue to work hard throughout the summer to bring you an ARTS packed 2018-2019 school year!!

East Texas Giving Day Recap

It was a great 18 hours! Young Audiences of Northeast Texas raised $7877! Out of 154 participating organizations Young Audiences of Northeast Texas stayed in the top 20 all day and ended up at #18. We raised money, gained great visibility and had a lot of fun! Thank you to all of our donors and supporters. Without you it would be impossible to continue our mission of giving every child in every school a well-rounded education which includes the arts.

Upcoming Events

Creating Balance through Dance

2018 Spring Showcase

May 23rd, 6:30pm

Caldwell Auditorium

The girls that participate in our year-long dance residency from Hogg, Dogan and Moore Middle Schools will perform at our annual dance recital under the direction of Teaching Artist, Hannah Pascual.

TISD ArtsFest

Saturday, May 19th

Harvey Hall

Visual and Performing Arts Celebration complete with student performances, artwork on display, activity booths and more!

Support Arts-in-Education!

Our Arts for All Kids Campaign is still in full swing and we need your help! We're over 70% to our hefty $350,000 goal - every little bit helps bring more arts experiences to our kids!

Click here to make your donation today!

Upcoming School Programs

SUE YOUNG

Friday, May 4th

Austin Elementary

Viva Mexico! - The students at Austin Elementary will celebrate Cinco de Mayo with tales and tunes from Mexico.

MEXICO 2000 BALLET FOLKLORICO

Thursday, May 3rd - Wise Elementary Friday, May 4th - Cumberland Academy, Owens Elementary Jackson Elementary

México 2000 Ballet Folklórico showcases regional traditional Mexican dance. The students will learn the traditional and authentic dance "La Bamba" and enjoy the excitement and color of a Mexican Fiesta!

BRANDON JONES

Friday, May 4th - Jones Elementary

Friday, May 11th - Dixie Elementary

The STARR test can be scary, but the lessons learned in Brandon's program will equip students with a set of skills they will carry with them for a lifetime.

THE CULTURAL KALEIDOSCOPE

Wednesday, May 23rd

Orr Elementary

The art, music and culture of Russia have been hidden from western eyes for more than 100 years. Sergei Shapoval, dressed in a traditional Russian folk costume, will engage the students in a multi-faceted presentation to include a kaleidoscopic look at Moscow, traditional folk dance, instruments and the Cyrillic alphabet.

Support Young Audiences, Arts for Learning of Northeast Texas by donating today!

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