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School
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The School for the Arts opened its doors in 1995 to all residents of
Long Island and the New York metropolitan area. The school for the
Arts offers a wide range of classes in art, chess, dance, dramatics,
fencing and music. Classes have been developed to cover a broad
spectrum of educational needs from newborns through adult.
Curricula, prepared by New York Certified art teachers and
professionals, renowned in their fields, meet educational standards
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NEW CHILDREN'S CLASS
Chess
Learn proven strategies and tactics while having fun and
meeting new friends! Instructor: Joel Salman. |
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NEW CHILDREN'S CLASS
Fencing
Benefit from the discipline that combines motor
coordination and teamwork. This class helps the develop
muscle strength and add agility. Instructors: Bernie
Genzer and John Wilhelm.
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Classes
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Whether you are a novice or a professional the Great Neck Arts
Center has a class that is just right for you. Learn to dance the
tango, to sing or to play an instrument. Learn to draw and paint,
create a ceramic bowl on the wheel or create beautifully beaded
jewelry, or improve your theatrical skills. We offer adults the
opportunity to expand their horizons and express themselves through
various artistic genres. |
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Classes
for Children |
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Overflowing with art, imagination and inspiration, The Great Neck
Arts Center offers safe outlets for self-expression and creativity.
We develop critical thinking skills, self-discipline and
problem-solving abilities while stimulating one’s imagination. A
positive and encouraging environment awaits your child, whether he
or she is interested in making art, dancing, playing music or
singing, fencing or participating in one of our many activities. |
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SummerArts Camp 2009 |
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 SummerArts is a full day program (9:00am – 3:30pm) that concentrates
on the visual and performing arts. Students entering Kindergarten
through 5th Grade are invited to enjoy three (3) week sessions that
immerse them in creative discovery through art, ceramics,
dance, dramatics and music. Each three (3) week session culminates
with a performance and an art exhibition.
For more information regarding
summer programs please call 516-829-2570. |
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Kennedy Center Partnership |
Hobey Ford
Teaching Artist/
Workshop
Leader
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Great Neck Arts Center and Long Island’s Plainview/Old Bethpage
Central School District are members of the Partners in Education
program of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts
Washington, DC. Selected because of their demonstrated commitment to
the improvement of education in and through the arts, the
Partnership Team participates in collaborative efforts to make the
arts integral to education. This affiliation is granted to a select
few and the Arts Center is one of only three (3) Kennedy Center
partnerships in New York State and is the only partnership with a
public school district. Its partnership, since 1996, gives the Arts
Center the opportunity to provide teacher training and development
focused on integrating the arts into classroom curriculum. The Arts
Center’s Kennedy Center Workshops are offered to all school
districts on Long Island. In 2006 Regina Gil, Executive Director of
the Great Neck Arts Center was elected to the Advisory Committee of
the Partners in Education Program of the John F. Kennedy Center. |
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Festival of
the Arts
2010
Schedule of
Performances |
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Student Music Recital
Sunday, May 23, 3:00 pm
Great Neck Arts Center
Student Dance Performance
Wednesday, June 2, 6:30 pm
(Rehearsal Tuesday, June 1, 5:00 pm)
Landmark on Main, Port Washington
Student Art Reception
Thursday, June 3, 6:00 pm –
8:00 pm
Great Neck Arts Center
Primary Ballet Performances
Sunday, June 6, 10:00 am
Great Neck Arts Center
Student Drama Performance
Tuesday, June 8, 6:00 pm
Great Neck Arts Center
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