We were thrilled to bring professional teaching artists into 15 schools across Chatham County in our 2022-23 Artists-in-Schools season. We’ll be announcing our 2023-24 season in the coming weeks, but for now, read all about the joy these residencies bring to Chatham County kids! Click any image below to learn more about each of these impactful experiences. And stay tuned for this season’s announcement!
Gaspard&Dancers kicked off our 2022-23 season at North Chatham Elementary.
NC poet Phillip Shabazz brought the art of poetry to Willow Oak Montessori.
Emmy Award-winning artist Willa Brigham stitched together poems, songs, and stories at Woods Charter.
Mike Wiley brought the story of Henry Box Brown to Chatham Grove and JS Waters with One Noble Journey.
The Magic of African Rhythm introduced Silk Hope School students to drumming, dancing, and an ancient art form.
Pittsboro Elementary students enjoyed the freedom of writing poetry with Phillip Shabazz.
Black Box Dance Theatre set history and math lessons to a new beat at Virginia Cross and Perry Harrison.
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana introduced students at Siler City Elementary and Bennett School to the art of flamenco.
West African musician Diali Cissokho brought the art of his homeland to Bonlee school with drumming, dancing, and singing.
Chatham Charter students had a blast with Diali Cissokho, complete with drumming, dancing, and smiles.
Grammy-nominated John Brown jazzed things up at Moncure school.
Students of the Virtual Academy got to enjoy a Black Box Dance Theatre residency, too!
Support for Artists-in-Schools
Our Artists-in-Schools residencies are made possible with support from Chatham County and community partners. Additionally, this project was supported by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
We know the arts can save lives. Learn how you can support these meaningful experiences for Chatham county kids by visiting HERE!
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