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Curtains Up on Summertime: American Colonization and Early Democracy - Rhythm
Time Frames
Summer
Formats
Residency
Grades
4th, 5th, 6th
Standards

Description
CURTAINS UP ON READING RESIDENCY: A Multi-Sensory Unit of Study. A DCT Curtains Up Residency incorporates rhythm in a detailed study of America’s struggle for independence. Students explore the rhythm of travel across the Atlantic in search of new life in America. Experiencing different aspects of early Colonial life, students increase their knowledge about the Thirteen Colonies. Students might dramatically re-enact Paul Revere’s Ride, Boston Tea Party, or Bunker Hill. As they examine the origins of US government, students can also design their own classroom constitution. DCT has developed and perfected this residency for many years.

Students Will
  • Work with a professional theater artist to explore the world of the American colonies.
  • Actively learn curriculum through this innovative multi-sensory approach.
  • Take ownership of classroom lessons and be excited about learning.
  • Act out stories and literature of the time of the early Colonies.

Details
Dates: June-July 2012 Summer School
Times: Open- Usually 4 hours per day
Duration: Usually 4 Weeks
School Fee: Cost is $75 an hour if at least 2 hours are booked back to back. Cost is $100 for only one hour booked.
Minimum Attendance: 0
Maximum Attendance: 25
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: Artists work in a classroom often with desks cleared to the side. If possible, a stage is a great meeting location.
Other Information: Residencies should be booked as soon as possible.

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: To book weekday matinees go to: https://www.dct.org/educators/fieldtrips/ and for Digital programs go to: https://www.dct.org/educators/digital/ or email [email protected] or call 214-978-0120 To book residencies or after school programs call 214-978-0110.
Deadline: As early as possible
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation Policy: No cancellations or refunds once a voucher number and approval code are issued. In case of cancellation by the theater, all attempts will be made first to re-schedule performance.
After School Policy: After School Policy: The school provides: a physical space large and quiet enough to allow the group to work comfortably and without interruption; at least one staff member on site during the drama class session; distribution of enrollment forms; and a contact person.

Curriculum Information

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