Open Arts Alliance Inc

Educational Programs - Open Arts Alliance offers classes primarily grouped by age/grade level which develop the technical skills, as well as deepen confidence of young performers through the performing arts. Open Arts Alliance provides 3 summer musicals which include two-week intensives annually to foster an appreciation for the arts, as well give students a first-hand experience by collaborating with trained professionals in the arenas of acting, singing, dancing, technical theatre practucum, costume design, scenic design and vocal technique. In addition, educational workshops and field trips are offered annually to further enrich their art education and bridge the gap betweek the curriculum and real world experience for those considering a career in the arts. Our programs provide training for over 330 students and impact over 2,100 community members each year.

Mainstage Musical - Open Arts Alliance produces 1 mainstage musical over 5 months featuring tri-weekly rehearsals. Students receive training in vocal technique, acting and dance witha specific emphasis on ensemble work, stage presence and storytelling through music. Each year Mainstage Musical production team members identify 4-5 core curriculum standards from both the Connecticut and National Arts Standards to focus on during the process. This program is unique as it features students in all three tiers of grades (elementary, middle and high school.) By the end of the training program, our students not only develop technical skills in singin, dancing and acting, but also grow in confidence and creativity, ready to take the stage for their mainstage musical debut.