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Starting Arts newest program – InterAct – brings engaging dramatic presentations to your school!
The InterAct program offers 45-minute interactive performances that tie together the dramatic arts and educational content.. Students are involved in the storytelling by use of directed dialog, pantomime, costume pieces, and props. Starting Arts believes that students need opportunities to become actively involved in creative processes rather than merely observers. Most dramatic performances are only passively viewed by student audiences. InterAct involves students in the active participation of high-energy, engaging productions that will spark their imaginations while teaching them concepts. Each production also provides teachers with a master packet of enrichment materials. Schools may duplicate materials for use in the classroom both before and after interacting with the performance. This fall, Starting Arts is pleased to present two InterAct productions: Creating CharACTer Suitable for Grades K-3 Students can become a part of Aesop’s famous fables in this engaging and entertaining experience. Three stories are presented with the help of students both on the stage with our actors and in the audience. Not only will these stories entertain, they also explore the timeless values of honesty, industry, and caring. As the students create characters with Aesop, they will also create character within themselves. Independence! Suitable for Grades 3-5 Our actors will take your students on an interactive journey of how our country came to be. They’ll discover why the Founders felt compelled to declare their independence. They’ll become the people that shaped the formation of this historic document. Students will get right inside the events surrounding the Declaration of Independence and see it from a whole new perspective. Full audience participation will make this era of history one students are sure to remember. For more information, read our FAQs or contact the Starting Arts office. We look forward to InterAct-ing with you! InterAct FAQs - What shows will you be performing in the Fall 2009 season?
Creating CharACTer
Become a part of Aesop’s famous fables in this engaging and entertaining experience. Discover the timeless values of honesty, industry, and caring by creating character both on the stage and in the students.
Independence!Join us on an interactive journey of how our county came to be. Get right inside the events surrounding the Declaration of Independence and connect with the people who made it all possible. - How much does a show cost?
Shows within our touring area are $500 for one show, $900 for two shows, and $1200 for three shows. Shows outside our touring area (30 mile radius from our office) will incur additional charges. - How do I book a show?
To book one of our shows, please contact Michelle Carone by phone at 408-492-9022 or by email at michelle@startingarts.com. - When is the payment due?
A deposit of 50% of the performance cost is due at the time of booking. The balance must be paid in full on the day of the performance. - Will I be contacted before the scheduled performance?
You will be contacted one week before your scheduled performance date to confirm and work out any final details. You will receive another contact the day before as a final check in. - Do you offer grants?
Starting Arts does not offer grants. - What days and times are the shows available?
Monday through Friday between 9 am and 2 pm. - What age group are the shows appropriate for?
Creating CharACTer is well suited for K-3 grades.
Independence! is well suited for 3-5 grades. - Are the shows educational?
Yes! Shows are designed to coordinate with the California State Standards. Performance packets are available for both shows and will be sent to you prior to the performance. - How long does a performance last?
One performance lasts 45 minutes plus a question and answer session. - How many shows can you do in one day?
We can perform up to three shows in one day. - How large is the cast?
The company consists of two actors. - How many students are allowed to watch the performance?
We ask that no more than 300 students attend any one performance. - How long does it take to set up and break down the show?
Performers need one hour to set up for the show and one hour to take down the set at the end of the show. - How much reset time is needed if the cast is doing more than one performance?
The performers need 20 minutes to reset if they will be doing performances back to back. - Is a stage required?
A stage is not required. The company can perform in a cafeteria, gymnasium or multipurpose room. - Will you perform outdoors?
No, we only do indoor performances. - What kind of equipment is needed for a show?
Our performers will bring all of the needed equipment. We only require access to an electrical outlet and parking nearby the performance space. - Can we take photographs or videotape the performance?
Photographs may not be taken during the performance because it may distract the actors. However, if time permits, the performers may allow photos after the performance. Video recording is not allowed due to copyright infringements.
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