Summer at Strathmore Farafina Kan
Art? WHO’S Art?
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KIDS AND STRATHMORE: ARTS IN THE RIGHT PLACE Strathmore launched its “Art, Who’s Art?” campaign several months ago to highlight our ongoing efforts in children’s education. We want kids to know that art is not a person; rather “art” is creative expression that is essential to a child’s growth and ultimately contributions to society.
BACKYARD THEATER
Essential—but not guaranteed. Access to high quality arts programming that won’t force the family budget to hit a high note is becoming increasingly rare.
Simplify summer with a weekly visit to the world of wonder that is Strathmore’s Backyard Theater. High-energy learning and musical fun—it’s like making a play date with your child’s imagination.
Kids around here just call it summertime fun. That’s because when school lets out we put arts education for children on center stage, with free and family-priced events that promote creativity and inspire imagination. “Who’s Art?” No, at Strathmore kids know “What’s art.”
BACKYARD THEATER STAGE Tickets $8 (Stars $7.20), free ages 2 and under Sponsored by
Snowday a cappella JULY 12
Nothing’s cooler than a Snowday in summertime. These lively a cappella rockers show and teach kids what a cappella vocal power is all about. Just one of several a cappella performances Strathmore is staging this summer!
BACKYARD THEATER FYI
Recess Monkey rock
PARKING Free parking on a space-available basis in Mansion lot.
JULY 19
A trio of Seattle teacher-musicians, Recess Monkey rocks with songs about things that matter to kids. Get ready to dance, shout and develop a devotion to “kindie rock.”
DINING Bag lunches are welcome.
Moona Luna Latin rock JULY 26
SEATING Blankets, low-rise chairs and discreet coolers welcome. No pets, please.
Travel the world with Moona Luna, the lively bilingual New York City band that’s got Latin flair and a beat both kids and parents will adore. For proof, look no further than their Parent’s Choice Award for their debut album, Piñata Party!
Recess Monkey
Farafina Kan African dance
KEVIN FRY
WEATHER Check website, Facebook and Twitter for updates.
THURSDAYS, 9:30 & 11:30AM
AUGUST 2
Their name means “Spirit of Africa;” their music is inspiring. This West African percussion orchestra brings together traditional and modern sounds and stories, drumming and dancing until everyone’s on their feet. (301) 581-5100
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June–August 2012
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