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May 05, 2022
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Artivate provides high quality performances, workshops, and residencies to schools, libraries, and other community organizations throughout the region, including all of Montgomery County. Our programs educate, foster creativity, and connect communities through interactive experiences, working with professional artists who represent a wide range of artistic disciplines and cultural traditions. We can assist PTA reps or school administrators in creating virtual, in-person, or hybrid programs to fit your goals, audience, schedule, logistical needs, and budget.
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Programs Throughout Montgomery County, MD
www.artinyou.com | (301) 943-4659
Creative Adventures after-school programs introduce kids to classic and contemporary artists from around the world as they work with a variety of techniques and mediums. Kids will be inspired to create with fresh eyes, to experiment with art, and most of all, to trust their extraordinary imaginations!
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Community Outreach
5301 Tuckerman Lane, N. Bethesda, MD 20852
900 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
www.levinemusic.org
(301) 897-5100
(301) 328-5335
TWO Montgomery County locations: The Music Center at Strathmore and the Silver Spring Library! Levine Music offers outstanding music instruction to students of all ages, interests, and skill levels. Join us for lessons, classes, and ensembles this fall!
Instruction is available online and in-person.
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Classical and contemporary instruction in 23 instruments and voice
Programs throughout Montgomery County, MD
www.montgomerycountyparks.org
(301) 495-2595
Glide across the ice, photograph nature, marvel at raptors and flying squirrels, create crafts using natural items, discover gardens…all without leaving Montgomery County.
Montgomery Parks offers a variety of activities, educational classes, camps and events that inspire fun.
*Programs and Dates to be announced soon*
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7740 Old Georgetown Road, Bethesda, MD 20814
10020 Falls Road, Potomac, MD 20854
www.artworksclasses.com | (301) 656-0044
Artworks is dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of fine art. The focus is on drawing and painting while, at the same time, building self-esteem. Artworks uses a unique step-by-step process which helps produce beautiful works of art. Classes take place in a highly creative, instructive environment. Daily classes are offered for students ages 6+. Two locations: Bethesda and Potomac.
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Special Promotion
* Receive $20 off a party of your choice by mentioning this publication!
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
1570 East Jefferson Street, Rockville, MD 20852
www.citydance.net | (240) 242-3646
Dedicated to developing the next generation of dance artists and innovators, CityDance School & Conservatory offers training for introductory to pre/professional students of all ages.
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North: 11325 Seven Locks Rd #255 Potomac, MD 20854
South: 4701 Sangamore Rd., L-03 Bethesda MD 20816
www.ismw.org | North: 301-365-5888 | South: 301-320-4400
The International School of Music provides students of all ages & abilities with nurturing music instruction in all instruments and voice. Fun performances and recitals as well as optional certificate programs are available for those interested. Preschool music classes are available for toddlers & preschoolers. Music classes are available in classical, jazz, pop, rock, etc. to students of all ages.
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Private lessons in Piano, Guitar, Voice, Drums, Violin, Viola, Cello, Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Bass, Harp for children and teens (all levels)
Toddler & Preschooler Music Classes ongoing
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Student Recitals: Kennedy Center, Dec. 18
Special Promotion
*50% off Registration before Oct. 15
At Strathmore, kids experience the arts from every angle! We offer experiences that inspire our littlest audience members to learn, explore, and connect to their world and each other in new ways. Students can sing along and make music as part of Strathmore Children’s Chorus or Maryland Classic Youth Orchestras or bring the entire family to a world-class performance in the Music Center.
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Named “Best Performing Arts Education for Young Artists” by MD Theatre Guide, Young Artists of America (YAA)™ trains young performing artists to present fully-orchestrated musical theatre productions at state-of-the-art venues. The only program of its kind, YAA offers mentorships with leading, professional artists, some of them direct from Broadway. For all levels, starting at 5th grade through post-collegiate.
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Year-round training in acting, voice and dance.
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Special virtual and in-person training sessions with leading, professional artists.
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Fully-symphonic music theatre productions at state-of-the-art venues.
Special Promotion
* $100 off registration for YAAjunior, YAACompany, YAAOrchestra with code MOCO100.
311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
www.gaithersburgmd.gov | (301) 258-6394
Celebrate the performing and visual arts at the Arts Barn and Arts on the Green. Featuring a Just for Families performance series and classes, workshops and camps in the visual arts and performing arts to ignite your imagination and inspire your creativity!
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* Scholarships available
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220 Perry Parkway, Suite 8, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
25530 Gateway Center Drive, Suite 200, Clarksburg, MD 20871
www.mbtdance.org | 301-762-1757
Metropolitan Ballet Theatre’s (MBT) mission is “Providing arts opportunities for all through exceptional dance education, community outreach, and inspiring performances.” Founded in 1989, MBT offers dance education in core disciplines of classical ballet, modern, tap, hip hop, and jazz at two studio locations in Clarksburg and Gaithersburg.
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MBT offers programs for ages 3-adult. Please reach contact@mbtdance.org for a schedule of classes or see www.mbtdance.org
Genres: Creative Movement, Early Ballet, Mini Hip Hop, Mini Tap, Ballet, Pointe, Tap, Jazz, Modern, and more!
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MBT looks forward to presenting the Nutcracker and Nutcracker Suite (an abbreviated version of the classic for younger audience members), December 4-12 at the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center in Rockville, MD.
Special Promotion
*$20 off the registration fee by using code Fall21
12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown, MD 20874
www.blackrockcenter.org | 301-528-2260
BlackRock Center for the Arts brings inspiring performing and visual arts experiences to diverse audiences in a welcoming and intimate setting, providing opportunities to explore, celebrate and engage in the arts. Our programming for elementary students spans a wide array of arts including theater, visual art, music, and traditional arts.
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Fall Session: Late Registration going on now!
*Additional arts classes for preschool, teens, and seniors
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Quotable Quarantine: Place your order today for copies of the Quotable Quarantine Book, a special limited edition art book featuring full-color images of 156 artworks created by local youth artists in response to the Covid-19 pandemic.
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*Scholarships available. Apply online today!
7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812
www.glenechopark.org | (301) 634-2222
Glen Echo Park presents classes for all ages in ceramics, drawing & painting, dance & movement, fused glass, blown glass, music, photography, mixed media, silversmithing, stone carving, theater, and writing. We also offer weekend family activities, including special events and festivals, nature programs, theater, concerts. Some classes are in person, some are virtual.
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* Winter Break 2021 camps, TBD virtual or in person.
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* Various events & activities are in person or online; some are still on hold due to COVID-19.
One Westmoreland Circle, Bethesda, MD 20815
7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, MD 20812
www.washingtonconservatory.org | (301) 320-2770
One of the 15 nationally accredited community music schools in the US, serving children, teens & adults in a nurturing environment since 1984. An international faculty of professional artists & educators help students of all levels reach their musical goals. No audition necessary. Monthly student recital opportunities. Online and in-person options are available.
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Summer: Mon.-Fri. 9:00am-3:00pm (ages 4-12)
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Professional & Family Concerts, Student Recitals, Master Classes, Seminars
15800 Crabbs Branch Way Suite 300 Rockville, MD 20855
www.glorystar.org | (240) 277-7629
Glorystar Children’s Chorus nurtures and provides excellent music education to children and youth (5-18 years old) in the joy of Choral Art. With a rich repertoire of Asian and Western music, GCC increases appreciation and builds bridges within our diverse community.
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By appointment only. Please visit our website or email info@glorystar.org
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Weekly Saturday rehearsals online
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Virtual winter concert – Dec.12 at 2 PM on YouTube live (link on glorystar.org)
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Sing with Me – May 1, 2021 Open rehearsal for young singers interested in GCC
Spring Concert – June 5, 2021
6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD 20852
www.benderjccgw.org | (301) 881-0100
The Bender JCC offers enrichment classes in music, dance, and visual & literary arts for children of all ages. Everyone is welcome!
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*Bender JCC Early Childhood Center uses a play-based curriculum inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach, which enables children to become active learners and engaged classroom participants, and interest-based topic studies invite students to explore the world around them. Applications open in Jan.
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Our art classes and camps spark creativity! Everyone at any experience level is welcome to join our creative community for high-quality online and onsite classes taught by professional artists/instructors.
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Year-Round Art Camps
*Scholarships available
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Special Promotions
* Apply code VisArtsKids10 for $10 off any children’s class or camp (one-time use)
914 Silver Spring Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
www.createartscenter.org
(301) 588-ARTS (2787)
CREATE Arts Center, in downtown Silver Spring, has been bringing high-quality arts programming to children and families for 35 years. We offer a wide variety of ONSITE and ONLINE art classes & camps for all ages and levels of experience.
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Host an art birthday party at CREATE!
620 Pershing Drive Silver Spring, MD 20910
www.luminastudio.org | (301) 565-2281
Lumina Studio Theatre’s mission is to provide unique opportunities for young actors of any level of experience who seek to perform Shakespeare, other plays of the classical repertory theatre, and modern plays that focus on the beauty of language.
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926 Ellsworth Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910
www.marylandyouthballet.org | (301) 608-2232
MYB provides exceptional training for beginning intermediate and advanced students at one of the region’s finest schools of classical ballet. Classes offered for ages 2-adult with emphasis on love of dance, personal enrichment, and pre-professional achievement.
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Offering a full schedule of in-person classes. Strict COVID-19 safety protocols in place
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LIVE performances Dec 2021
Education Center: 925 Wayne Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Theatre: 4545 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814
www.roundhousetheatre.org | (301) 585-1225
Round House Theatre encourages students to develop their artistic voice through a multi-disciplinary approach to theatre that includes acting, design, and playmaking. With health and safety guidelines in place, we’re committed to safely continuing the fun and interaction with young artists!
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Theatre Classes – An exciting array of classes for students during the Fall, Winter, and Spring semesters. (grades K-8)
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*Purchase tickets online or call (240) 644-1100
1313 Bonifant Road Silver Spring, MD 20905
www.dctrolley.org | (301) 384-6088
Take a trip through history and experience trolley rides, watch silent movies, and more…
Open Saturdays from noon to 5 PM.
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7007 Carroll Ave, Takoma Park MD 20912
www.theloftcollective.org | (240) 292-9325
The Loft is a neighborhood art space, offering art classes, school day off camps, summer camps, and workshops for kids: toddlers to teens. Starting with the belief that we are all born makers, we provide a workshop and a sanctuary for making art, making change, and making meaningful connections.
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Art Show & Open House: Oct. 23 and Dec. 18
11510 Georgia Avenue, Suite 140, Wheaton, MD 20902
www.interactstory.com
(301) 879-9305
Arts are for everyone, and everyone learns through the arts!
InterAct Story Theatre is a multidisciplinary arts-in-education organization
And touring theatre for young audiences.
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Classroom workshops
Out of School Time and extended learning
Parent-child workshops and family literacy
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Wheaton Family Theatre Series 2021-22
All events FREE, All Times: Sat. at 11 a.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m.
The season continues in 2022 January through May! https://www.interactstory.com/wheaton
Visit our website for latest information