| Program Model | In Class |
| Artistic Discipline | Dance |
| Grades | Pre-K | K | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
| Min. residency sessions/classroom | N/A |
| Program Requirements | A large open space such as a cafeteria or gym is ideal. However, the classroom can work too. Ballet Blitz! Teaching Artists need to be able to connect to wifi and connect devices to a projector to show videos. |
| Instruction Language(s) | English |
| Availability Notes | Ready to schedule for the 2023-24 school year! |
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About the Artist
OBT strives to share meaningful, high-quality dance with students. We hope to inspire students to move their bodies in different ways and to connect with the community by removing physical and cultural barriers, giving greater access to dance.
Teaching Philosophy
At OBT we understand students learn about and through their bodies in movement exploration, creative expression and dancing play. In an increasingly digital world, we strive to bring the joy of pure movement to every student through dance!
Testimonial
"Kids love it! The extra movement opportunity is great for all students and gives them fresh eyes for learning the rest of the day... I have never seen my students, especially boys, smile SO BIG!" --1st Grade Teacher
Program Description
Ballet Blitz is a fast-paced, energetic way for students of all ages to watch, wonder and DANCE! Students will get a day-in-the-life of a professional dancer, watch excerpts from classical and contemporary ballets and try some moves themselves.
OBT is dedicated to sharing with students the experience of dancers from all races and backgrounds who have had significant influence on ballet. OBT recognizes ballet's historically racial prejudice and female stereotypes. Our teaching artists are at work in undoing those stereotypes and helping all students see themselves as dancers.
In addition, students will see ballet costumes up close! They will get to see and learn about pointe shoes and all the work (and fabric) that goes into making a classical tutu.
This program is geared for all ages and is successful during school hours, as an after-school program or family Art Night.
OBT is dedicated to sharing with students the experience of dancers from all races and backgrounds who have had significant influence on ballet. OBT recognizes ballet's historically racial prejudice and female stereotypes. Our teaching artists are at work in undoing those stereotypes and helping all students see themselves as dancers.
In addition, students will see ballet costumes up close! They will get to see and learn about pointe shoes and all the work (and fabric) that goes into making a classical tutu.
This program is geared for all ages and is successful during school hours, as an after-school program or family Art Night.
Keywords
dance, ballet, creative movement, performing art, physical education
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