Affiliated with the national Young Audiences Arts for Learning network
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.
Program Model: In Class
Art Form(s):
Curriculum Connections: Community Building, Social Studies, Character Education, Physical Education
Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
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
Min. Residency Sessions/Classroom: N/A
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.
"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
Please note that the cost of a program is determined based on a variety of different factors including number of sessions, planning hours needed and material costs. Please contact Arts for Learning NW for help determining the actual cost of your programs. Email us at [email protected] or call 503-225-5900, ext 705
| Delivery Method | Type | Cost | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| In Class | Planning Meeting | 71.00 | An in person planning meeting with partnering teachers is required for residencies. |
| In Class | Additional Planning | 71.00 | Additional planning time with teachers or volunteers, etc. |
| In Class | Mileage/Travel Costs | Travel is charged per mile based on applicable IRS Standard Mileage Rate. Mileage only applies to residencies more than 15 miles outside of downtown Portland. This program is available within 60 miles of Portland. | |
| In Class | Workshop Session | 125.00 | Workshops can be one or two sessions per class. Each session is 50 minutes long. |
| In Class | Family Arts Night Workshop | 200.00 | A 90 minute workshop for students and families, typically in the evening or on weekends. |