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Kids at the Dairy Program
Unleashing Creativity Through Engaging Arts Education!
Welcome to Kids at the Dairy, an innovative arts education initiative that sparks imagination and fosters learning for students in Title I Schools across Boulder County and beyond. Our program brings the magic of live performances to young audiences, ensuring every child has a chance to experience the arts, and empowering at-risk children with the tools they need to thrive.
Students from Boulder Valley School District and beyond are delighting in the interactive arts offered by Kids at the Dairy.
Past Collaborating Arts Groups Include:
- Circus Foundry offers an introduction to the world of circus arts, sparking curiosity and excitement for young learners. Their high-energy, acrobatic performances, feature unicycles, juggling, and artistic expression with a focus on physical storytelling.
- Creative Nations’ traditional Native storytelling captivates young audiences with stories rooted in indigenous cultures. Through a combination of spoken word, music, and movement, the storyteller shares ancient myths, legends, and histories, fostering cultural appreciation and respect for Native traditions.
- Opera on Tap brings the world of opera to young audiences through lively and engaging performances. This unique program introduces students to the captivating power of opera, blending dramatic storytelling with the beauty of live classical music.
- Boulder Philharmonic Brass Quintet introduces students to the brilliant sounds of brass instruments. Through interactive performances, they demonstrate how music can tell stories, evoke emotions, and paint vivid pictures, all while showcasing the beauty and power of brass music.
- The Playground Ensemble takes students on an imaginative journey where music and visual art intersect. With their “sound painting” sessions, they use music to represent shapes, colors, and emotions, offering an interactive experience that helps young learners explore the creative possibilities of music.
- Boulder Ballet brings the elegance and grace of ballet to life with performances that showcase the art of storytelling through movement. Their skilled dancers introduce young students to the world of ballet, demonstrating how dance can express feelings and stories without words.
- Inside the Orchestra brings their unique take on classical music performance by encircling students inside the orchestra. This interactive session invites students to meet the instruments, learn conducting, and move to the music.
- Streetside Dance energizes students with their dynamic Hip Hop performances, teaching the foundations of this urban art form. Their interactive sessions encourage self-expression, creativity, and movement, making dance accessible and fun for all. Streetside Dance brings the vibrancy and creativity of Hip Hop culture to life.
- Are you an arts organization who wants to partner with the Dairy? Your name could be on this list! Email Brenda Kahn at the address below to discuss what partnering for a Kids at the Dairy engagement could look like for your group.
Want to bring your class to the Dairy? We’d love to hear from you!
Email Brenda Kahn (bkahn@thedairy.org) to set up an unforgettable arts experience for your students!
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Past Kids at the Dairy
- Bella World Dance (Sept 21): Bella World Dance will transport our young learners on a cultural journey through the art of dance. From Bollywood to Tahitian and Persian dance, students will explore different dance styles, learn basic steps, and gain insight into the vibrant costumes and traditions of these regions.
- Streetside Dance (Oct 17): Get ready to groove as Streetside Dance welcomes our students to the world of Hip Hop. Through energetic performances and interactive sessions, they’ll introduce the foundations of this dynamic dance style, encouraging self-expression and movement.
- Colorado Native (Nov 28): Colorado Native invites our students to immerse themselves in Native Culture through singing and dancing. This engaging performance will showcase the music and dance of indigenous peoples, promoting cultural awareness and understanding.
- Zbass Speaks (Nov 30): Lafayette poet and community activist Z Bass Speaks takes our students on a captivating voyage of Native Storytelling. Through the power of storytelling, students will discover the rich heritage, myths, and legends of Mayan culture, fostering an appreciation for oral traditions.
- Boulder Bach Festival Holiday Singers (Dec 7): The Boulder Bach Festival Holiday Singers will unite our students in the joy of holiday songs from around the world and across time. Through melodic tunes and harmonious voices, they’ll celebrate the universal spirit of the holiday season.
- Visda Carsen and Parlando School of Music (Dec 12): Author Visda Carson and the Parlando School of Music will take students on a global musical adventure based on her picture book “We Play Music Together.” Exploring instruments from six continents and seeing instruments up close for an enriching cultural experience. Students will create their own maracas and receive a copy of her book.
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- 2590 Walnut Street
- info@thedairy.org
- 303.444.7328
- 303.440.7826