Jun 11, 2024
Singing, dancing, dramatic play, and puppetry can help children develop foundational skills in math, science, and literacy. Musical experiences, in particular, have been shown to boost brain development in children in the areas of language and reading skills, increasing their overall literacy, according to a 2016 study at the University of Southern California’s Brain and Creativity Institute.1 Introducing instruments, songs, and chants into daily activities...
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May 18, 2024
Whether you're a seasoned patron or a first-time visitor, you might not be aware that Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts offers a variety of vibrant educational outreach programs. Through these initiatives, Wolf Trap collaborates with educators, young children, and families to bring joyful, active learning to life through the arts. Get to know us better!...
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May 14, 2024
Spanish and English-speaking music duo Musiquita is fresh on the family music scene with a mission to celebrate diversity and nurture different cultures and languages with their music, performed in both English and Spanish. ...
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May 13, 2024
Annandale High School’s Annie Ray has had a big year. In a little over twelve months, she received a grant from Wolf Trap’s Grants for Performing Arts Teachers for her dream project–a collaboration with DC-based artist and producer Christylez Bacon. She performed with her students on stage at The Barns at Wolf Trap, was honored at the Grammys as Music Educator of the Year, and met one of her idols, singer/songwriter Jacob Collier (along with Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and SZA). ...
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Apr 03, 2024
Like all of Wolf Trap’s affiliates, San Antonio Wolf Trap, a program of Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, partners with schools and teachers to provide arts-integrated professional development and experiences, and does so in a way that meets the unique needs of its community. Case in point is the affiliate’s recent work with its local immigrant community, through the North East Independent School District (ISD)...
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Apr 03, 2024
Wolf Trap Education Shines a Light on Native American Voices and Award-Winning Children’s Literature From richly illustrated stories celebrating Mexican freedom fighters to whimsical tales of dragons, the children’s literature world is always introducing fresh titles designed to inspire, educate, and entertain. Focusing on areas of importance as identified by early childhood education partners and current best practices, the professional development (PD) team at Wolf...
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Apr 03, 2024
New Class of Teaching Artists Includes a Celtic and Scottish Highlands Dancer, a “Kindie” Rock Star, a Playwright, and an Inclusion Advocate, Among Others In many ways, Wolf Trap Teaching Artists are the ambassadors for Wolf Trap in the classroom. That is why Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts takes its new artist recruitment so seriously. Its professional development team looks for...
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Mar 26, 2024
Join Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Artsfor a free, virtual event: Springtime Adventures: An Imaginary Journey Through the Neighborhood Featuring: Johanna Barbosa, Wolf Trap Teaching Artist and Morgan Sendek, Wolf Trap Teaching Artist Join in for a springtime adventure with Johanna and Morgan, full of drama, movement, and make-believe! We’ll take a seasonal imaginary journey from one friend’s house to another—interpreting directions...
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Mar 08, 2024
Roberta Lea Discusses the Intersection Between Music and Education Ahead of Her Performance at The Barns at Wolf Trap on March 29 There is an African proverb that neo-pop-country singer/songwriter Roberta Lea lives by: “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” Lea, who was named one of Country Music Television’s Next Women in Country in 2023,...
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Feb 16, 2024
High School Students Will Perform at The Barns at Wolf Trap on April 25 Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts has announced this year’s grantee projects, helmed by 13 public high school and middle school teachers across the DMV. Projects range in discipline and scope, pairing students with disabilities with student mentors, exploring cultural heritage through music and dance, and working with professional artists...
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