For Adults
College Internships at Citi Performing Arts Center offer a variety of responsibilities and learning experiences, including assisting with the implementation of community workshops and programs; communicating with teaching artists and workshop participants; and working cooperatively and collaboratively with members of the education staff on large-scale projects and administrative tasks. This is an excellent opportunity for those with an interest in arts education and administration, and in working with the community, professional teaching artists, and young people. College interns receive a small stipend for their work.
For more information, please contact education@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1256
For Schools,For Teaching Artists
In collaboration with Boston Public Schools, the Education Department conducts artist residencies focusing on the performing arts. Teaching Artists conduct an in-depth residency with students culminating in a performance sharing at the school. At a time when arts dollars are being cut from school budgets, the Education Department at Citi Performing Arts Center strives to fill the gap in arts education and to play a leadership role in arts program delivery and resource coordination.
In the fall of 2010 and spring of 2011, Citi Performing Arts Center partnered with Boston Public Schools in the "Target Arts Program," an artist residency and ticket access program generously funded by a grant to the BPS from the Target Corporation. The goal of the program was to improve school success, engage families and strengthen community by providing access to Boston's rich offerings of music, dance, visual arts, theater and cultural events. More than 2,000 students in selected schools gained greater exposure to Boston's theater district through the residencies and associated ticket access.
For more information please call, 617-532-1256
For Teaching Artists
The quality and success of our programming is directly related to the high caliber of expertise offered by our Teaching Artists. Our teaching artist roster features some of the finest visual, literary and performing artists from Boston and beyond. In addition to employing experienced Teaching Artists, we also mentor and train up-and-coming artists in the field of arts education.
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For Schools,For Community Groups
Each year, the SpectrumBoston Ticket Access Program serves more than 150 Community Partners. In 2009-2010, our SpectrumBoston Access Fund provided over 2,800 tickets for children and families to experience world-class talent on our stages. Ticket recipients are from communities that would not otherwise have the opportunity or the funding to share in a singular, unforgettable moment in live performance. The Education Department typically distributes a study guide to the Community Partners to prepare their groups for the performance.
To become a Community Partner, please call 617-532-1256.
To support the SpectrumBoston Access Fund, please call 617-532-1289.
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For Community Groups
Interested in collaborating with the Education Department? Community Groups refer participants, assist with outreach, host programs, and organize committees. Organizations receive advance notice of upcoming programs, participate in the planning and evaluation of Education programs, connect with similar community organizations, and receive complimentary tickets to Citi Performing Arts Center(SM)shows. Past Community Groups include community centers, schools, and other arts organizations.
For more information please contact education@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1256.
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For Young People,For Adults,For Families,For Schools,For Community Groups
Each year, our City Spotlights program focuses on four Boston neighborhoods and celebrates their identities through the performing arts. During City Spotlights Final Showcase, up to two performing arts groups from each featured neighborhood are invited to perform and celebrate the talent that exists in Boston communities. This year City Spotlights will showcase the talents of four different communities: Chinatown, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain and Mattapan.
For more information about becoming a Special Guest Artist, please contact education@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1256
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For Young People
The entire City of Boston is invited to attend these free cultural performances celebrating Boston's neighborhoods by presenting some of their best performing arts groups. City Spotlights connects communities through the performing arts and gives much-deserved recognition to local performing arts groups and individual neighborhood performers. The evening features performances by High School Interns, Neighborhood Ensembles and Special Guest Artists from our featured City Spotlights neighborhoods. Teachers are encouraged to bring their classes to this event in celebration of Boston's communities. Performance guides are available.
For more information, please contact education@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1221.
For Young People,For Adults,For Families,For Schools
As part of City Spotlights, free, one-session Interactive Performance Workshops are offered for ages 9 to adult. These workshops focus on personal stories and Boston neighborhoods. These workshops take place at Community Partner sites and other organizations in and around Boston.
For more information about attending an Interactive Performance Workshop near you, or to schedule a workshop for your group, please contact education@citicenter.org or call 617-532-1256.
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For Young People
July 11-August 12
Monday-Friday, 9am-4pm
Citi Performing Arts Center is looking for teens ages 14-19 for its summer City Spotlights Leadership Program. Teens will develop skills in leadership, dance, music, spoken word and acting while exploring hip hop culture AND earning a small stipend. At the end of the program, teens will present an entirely original performance tour throughout Boston - August 9-12.
This summer's Leadership Program is now full. Thank you to all who interviewed for this program. To receive updates regarding future programs, please join our mailing list by emailing your contact information to education@citicenter.org.
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For Young People
September 27-November 18
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4 pm-7 pm
Citi Performing Arts Center is looking for teens ages 14-19 for its fall City Spotlights Leadership Program. Teens will develop leadership, music, and spoken word skills while exploring hip hop culture AND earning a small stipend. At the end of the program, teens will present an entirely original performance tour throughout Boston.
Applicants may schedule an interview by contacting Ramona Alexander at ralexander@citicenter.org or 617-532-1221. Interviews will take place weekdays from 3-5pm, beginning August 29th.
Previous performing arts experience is not necessary.
Applicants are asked to memorize and present a 2-minute monologue from a scripted play or published poem, sing 16 bars of a song, and bring a resume if possible.
AT A GLANCE:
WHAT: City Spotlights Leadership Program
WHEN: September 27 – November 18
Tuesday and Thursdays, 4 pm-7 pm
WHERE: Citi Performing Arts Center, 270 Tremont Street, Boston
WHO: Youth ages 14-19
Previous performing arts experience not required
Stipends available
HOW TO APPLY Contact Ramona Lisa Alexander at ralexander@citicenter.org or 617-532-1221
Read more about this past summer’s session here: citicenter.org/about/blogs/.
Please note that this program is subject to change.
For Young People,For Families
City Spotlights
City Spotlights is a cultural program exploring and celebrating four Boston neighborhoods through the performing arts (this year’s featured neighborhoods are Chinatown, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, and Mattapan). The program consists of high school internships, community performance workshops, intergenerational neighborhood ensembles, and culminates in a community event featuring local artists at the Citi Performing Arts Center in the Spring 2011.
See photos from last year's City Spotlights. See all the photos in our
Media Gallery.
Past performances highlighted themes important to our City’s teens: violence, historical and local heroes, cultural identity and education. Participants also talked about their dreams, aspirations, and hopes for the future. The identities of Boston neighborhoods are portrayed through original dance, spoken word, theatre, song and multimedia, creating a story honoring the uniqueness and richness of Boston.
City Spotlights 2011
City Movement: Comings and Goings of Boston
Saturday, April 16 at 7pm
Citi Performing Arts Center
Wang Theatre Grand Lobby
"City Movement: Comings and Goings of Boston" is a free cultural performance celebrating Boston neighborhoods (Chinatown, Dorchester, Jamaica Plain, Mattapan), featuring local performing arts groups and individual neighborhood performers. In this special performance, performers portray the identities of Boston neighborhoods through dance, music, theatre and song, creating a story honoring the uniqueness and richness of Boston.
Featuring Special Guest Artists: Breje; Velma Dupont; The Eliot School Before School Rock Band; The Gentleman Outfit; Herb Jackson & The Exterminators; Roxbury Center for the Performing Arts; Thee Slap Bracelets
Call 617-532-1265 by 12pm on Friday, April 15 to make reservations.
Reservation Limit: 4 per household, 10 per organization
You will receive phone confirmation of your reservation by 6pm on Friday, April 15. Confirmations will be communicated to the telephone number provided with the reservation, or if no telephone number is given, to the e-mail provided. Only one confirmation phone call or email will be made and a message will be left if the caller is not available.
Seating is General Admission, on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a limited number of seats available. Remaining reservation holders will be accommodated via standing room. Please call 617-532-1256 for any special accommodations.
Reservation check-in begins at 5:30pm on Saturday, April 16th. When arriving at the Theatre, please check in at the table located in the Box Office Lobby to receive your wristband for admittance into the building. Please note that all members of a party must be present to receive a wristband.
Unclaimed reservations will be released at 6:45pm on Saturday, April 16th. At this time, admittance will be given on a first come, first served basis to those in the designated waiting area. Admittance will only be given based on availability. Late seating will be at the discretion of management.
Story Saturdays
In collaboration with Boston Public Library, the Education Department presents musical theatre inspired Story Saturday workshops for ages 7-11. Topics range from storytelling, creative costume-making, visual art, movement, improvisation and acting. Each workshop culminates in a short final sharing for all participants. Groups are welcome.
For more information, please call (617) 532-1256
Fun Fridays
Hosted by our City Spotlights All*Star High School Interns, enjoy a free evening of theatre games, improvisation and performing arts fun for ages 11-13. Following each Fun Friday, participants will enjoy a performance by the All*Star Interns.
Groups are welcome. Snacks will be served and space is limited, so register today!
10/22 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
11/19 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
1/28 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
2/11 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
3/18 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
For more information, please contact education@citicenter.org or 617-532-1221.
For Young People
January 11-February 15, Winter Session
March 7-April 11, Spring Session
Wednesdays, 4 pm-5:30 pm
February Vacation
February 21-24, 3pm-5pm
April Vacation
April 17-20, 3pm-5pm
Dudley Branch Library
65 Warren Street, Roxbury
Citi Performing Arts Center and Dudley Branch Library are looking for youth ages 11-19 for its fall City Spotlights Spoken Word Project. In this FREE program, participants will develop spoken word, storytelling and performing arts skills while exploring hip hop culture. At the end of the six weeks, participants will present their original work during a poetry slam event at the Library!
No prior experience required. Space is limited and registration is first come, first served. Participants must be able to attend all sessions.
Contact Ramona Lisa Alexander at 617-532-1221 or ralexander@citicenter.org with any questions.
Supported by a grant from the Fellowes Athenaeum Fund of the Boston Public Library
Please note that this program is subject to change.
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