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Summer 2010 Workshops

Immerse yourself in the arts at the McCallum for an unforgettable week of collaborative learning focused on imagination, creativity and innovation!

This in-depth workshop experience is specifically designed for K through grade 12 teachers, but is also open to and suitable for school or arts administrators, teaching artists, curriculum developers, college or university professors, art docents and others interested in discovering how to unlock imaginative learning through engaging with works of art.

“My week at the McCallum Theatre Institute brought a breath of fresh air as I reexamined my own beliefs and an educational philosophy that applies not only to the arts but to all learning.”
Susie Beaty, Washington Charter School, Introductory Course participant 2009

“I was hoping this course would renew my inspiration and courage to often implement exploration in music, movement and art to instill more appreciation of the arts in my students. It did just that.”
Carol Weiner, Lincoln Elementary School, Introductory Course participant 2009

“My senses have been heightened and I find myself noticing extraordinary things in everyday occurrences.”
Heidi Rice, Wainui Beach School, Gisborne, New Zealand, Introductory Course participant 2009

Aesthetic Education Introductory Course
June 14-18, 2010
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Aesthetic Education Advanced Workshops
June 14-18, 2010
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Advanced Workshop Descriptions
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Introduction to the Aesthetic Education Program
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With the Field Trip Series it is our intent to offer the best artists in music, dance, and theatre to the youth of the region. The Series, designed with a multicultural focus, is based on the premise that the arts are as important and necessary to the learning process as other traditional subjects. It is our hope that educators will find ways to incorporate McCallum performance experiences with the core curriculum.

09-10 Field Trip Series Performance Schedule
09-10 Field Trip Series Slideshow
08-09 Field Trip Series Slideshow
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The McCallum Theatre Institute’s touring initiative is meant to alleviate transportation problems, while still providing high quality, live performances to enrich the learning experience for students. Because these performances are subsidized by the McCallum Theatre Institute, they are offered to schools at a low cost. Call the Institute to find out what could be coming to your school!

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This Valley-wide talent competition is a perfect opportunity to showcase your talent! If you sing, dance, play an instrument, juggle, do magic, comedy, or another self-contained novelty act, here's your chance to perform at the McCallum.

Open Call 2010 Winners
Open Call 2010 Slideshow
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Dedicated to the advancement of dance as an art form, specifically through the support and promotion of quality choreography.

Over $26,000 awarded

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Highlights from backhausdance performance at Ronald Reagan Elementary School in Palm Desert


This modern dance performance was part of the McCallum Theatre Institute’s Aesthetic Education partnership with Desert Sands Unified School District in the Third Grade Project.
May 25th 2010

Photographs by Marilyn Chung/The Desert Sun