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1-hour Enhanced Workshops

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Guided Tour + Visualizing Black Art Workshop Schools will check-in and enjoy a guided tour with a Docent who will provide in depth information on the history of the Gantt center and one selected art exhibition of your choice. Guests will then do a workshop creating art in the style of a selected African-American artist provided by a Teaching Artist to conclude the experience. To ensure availability, please schedule a month in advance. Guided Tour + Envision Me Workshop Guests will check-in and enjoy a guided tour with a Docent who will provide in depth information on the history of the Gantt center and one selected art exhibition of your choice. Guests will then do a workshop with a Teaching Artist to create a vision for their life by completing a goal setting exercise and using the information gained to create a self-portrait to conclude the experience. To ensure availability, please schedule a month in advance. To schedule your tour please fill out a Tour Inquire Form (https://forms.gle/tdwVwVt3cJt6vDNs9). Once the form is completed, a staff member will contact you and email an invoice with a scheduled tour confirmation. Payment is due in full upon arrival at the Gantt Center to start the tour. You can during admission, call to pay in advance with a credit card or by check from your organization or school.

2-Hour Enhanced Workshops

Day Trip ; Workshop

Guided Tour + Envision Me Workshop Guests will check-in and enjoy a guided tour with a Docent who will provide in depth information on the history of the Gantt center and all of the exhibitions. Guests will then do a workshop with a Teaching Artist to create a vision for their life by completing a goal setting exercise and using the information gained to create a self-portrait to conclude the experience. To ensure availability, please schedule a month in advance. To schedule your tour please fill out a Tour Inquire Form (https://forms.gle/tdwVwVt3cJt6vDNs9). Once the form is completed, a staff member will contact you and email an invoice with a scheduled tour confirmation. Payment is due in full upon arrival at the Gantt Center to start the tour. You can during admission, call to pay in advance with a credit card or by check from your organization or school.

All About Animals

Students will get up close and personal with the animal kingdom in this tactile exploration of seven major classes of animals. They will examine authentic specimens, discovering the unique traits that make them truly remarkable. Students will also experience astonishing encounters with living creatures from Discovery Place while learning the science of animal classification like a biologist.

All That Matters

Discover the captivating world of matter as students compare the properties of solids, liquids and gases. Unleash students’ scientific curiosity as they analyze materials, unveiling distinctive properties such as conductivity, magnetism and opacity. Witness the transformation during rapid phase changes through enthralling liquid nitrogen demonstrations.

Animal Behavior and Adaptation

Students will enter the captivating world of animal behaviors and adaptations as they test their skills using some of the natural world’s unique and beneficial adaptations. Active exploration of specimens and interactive opportunities will build students’ understanding, and meeting our Animal Ambassadors will strengthen connections.

Animal Care: Behind the Scenes

Discovery Place museums are home to a wide variety of animal life. Go behind the scenes with our curators and resident animals to see what goes into providing proper diet, environment, and enrichment for our amazing living exhibitions and animal ambassadors.

Animal Explorations

Students will explore the adaptations that help animals from six different biomes meet their basic needs and survive. By observing and collecting data from numerous real specimens, learners seek to understand how animals adapt differently to various environments.

Animal Life Cycles

Students will follow animals through the captivating stages of their life cycles. They’ll use Animal Ambassadors, Museum specimens, and interactive stations to compare different types of life cycles and explore variations found in members of the same species.

Backyard Biology

Students will take an exhilarating journey into the world of science and nature, engaging with live animals and witnessing thrilling discoveries. Our expert curators and resident animals will unveil secrets on how to best uncover the wonders hidden in your backyard. Your class will learn techniques to heighten their senses, enabling them to hear what is hiding in plain sight.

Buddy ’Bots

Students will become computer programmers and apply computational thinking, problem-solving, and teamwork to code robots through thought-provoking challenges. Budding engineers will have a blast collaborating with their peers and bringing their robots to life.

Can You Hear Me?

Listen closely as you discover the science of sound. Students will conduct experiments to test vibrations, manipulate pitch and volume, and measure sound waves.

Carolina Critters

Children will explore the fascinating world of biodiversity. With Animal Ambassadors and biofacts at their fingertips, they’ll see the animal world in a new way as they discover the similarities and differences that make each group of animals unique.

Catapult Creators

Dive into the world of catapults and engineering marvels! Watch students unlock their creativity and expand their potential and kinetic energy knowledge as they use the Engineering Design Process to design, build, test and improve their catapult masterpieces.

Catapult Engineer

Students will explore the physics of projectiles and potential and kinetic energy as they use the Engineering Design Process to design, build, test and improve their catapults to achieve the ultimate launch.

Chemical Changes

Get ready for thrilling chemical adventures, including detonating hydrogen balloons, as students unravel the mysteries of material properties. They’ll uncover the distinctions between physical and chemical transformations and learn how to identify when a chemical metamorphosis occurs.

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte Field Trip for K-12

Assembly/Performance ; Day Trip

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is a professional theatre company serving young people and families. It selects scripts for artistic merit, audience appeal, curricular ties, variety of ages served, themes explored, diversity of programming and ties to our mission. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte hires professional directors, actors and designers from around the country. Additionally, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte employs a full production staff to build sets, design costumes and more. As stated in its core values, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte is dedicated to excellence. It strives for professionalism and outstanding artistry in all its efforts. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte offers weekday performances of professionally produced plays and musicals for school audiences. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s home at ImaginOn: The Joe and Joan Martin Center features two performance spaces, the 550-seat McColl Family Theatre and the 250-seat Wells Fargo Playhouse. Serving a wide age range, these productions have set a new standard for professional theatre in our region. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s 2023-24 season features: * NARNIA THE MUSICAL BASED ON C.S. LEWIS’ THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE BOOK BY JULES TASCA | MUSIC BY THOMAS TIERNEY | LYRICS BY TED DRACHMAN PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH DRAMATIC PUBLISHING, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Sept 27 – Oct 19, 2023 | McColl Family Theatre | For 1st – 4th Grade Travel to a magical world filled with creatures of myth and fable where good and evil coexist. Adventure awaits four children who endeavor to help the mighty lion king Aslan save Narnia from the White Witch. Will her reign continue to bring perpetual winter across the land? Children and adults will delight in this fantastical adaptation for the entire family. THEMES: COURAGE, WISDOM, REDEMPTION TIRED SOULS: THE MONTGOMERY BUS BOYCOTT WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY MIKE WILEY Oct 3-6, 2023 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For 3rd Grade and up It’s December 1, 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama. Rosa Louise Parks refuses to give up her seat on a city bus to a white man. Her determination was a catalyst for change which sparked the Civil Rights movement, forever altering the course of U.S. history. Audience members become a part of this interactive show that pays homage to Mrs. Parks and those that came before her like Jo Ann Robinson and Claudette Colvin, blazing the path for racial equality. THEMES: CIVIL RIGHTS, PRIDE, RESPONSIBILITY LIFE DOESN’T FRIGHTEN ME BY PAIGE HERNANDEZ ORIGINAL MUSIC COMPOSED & ARRANGED BY KRIS FUNN & PAIGE HERNANDEZ BASED ON “LIFE DOESN’T FRIGHTEN ME” FROM THE BOOK AND STILL I RISE BY MAYA ANGELOU USED WITH PERMISSION OF CAGED BIRD LEGACY, LLC Nov 2-16, 2023 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For K-4th Grade Inspired by the poetry of Dr. Maya Angelou, this show brings to life the fears we face every day and how we combat them. Through the stories told with spoken word, hip-hop, and dance, we learn that each of us inside has what it takes to face our fears. This experience will have audience members singing from their seats, “life doesn’t frighten me, I am fearless royalty.” THEMES: COURAGE, FEARS, SELF-ESTEEM WRITTEN AND PERFORMED BY MIKE WILEY Oct 3-6, 2023 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For 3rd Grade and up It’s December 1, 1955 in Montgomery, Alabama. Rosa Louise Parks refuses to give up her seat on a city bus to a white man. Her determination was a catalyst for change which sparked the Civil Rights movement, forever altering the course of U.S. history. Audience members become a part of this interactive show that pays homage to Mrs. Parks and those that came before her like Jo Ann Robinson and Claudette Colvin, blazing the path for racial equality. THEMES: CIVIL RIGHTS, PRIDE, RESPONSIBILITY THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER: THE MUSICAL BY JAHNNA BEECHAM & MALCOLM HILLGARTNER ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK BY BARBARA ROBINSON ORCHESTRATIONS AND VOCAL ARRANGEMENTS BY DEBORAH WICKS LA PUMA PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH BROADWAY LICENSING Nov 29 – Dec 14, 2023 | McColl Family Theatre | For 1st Grade and upNov 30 – Dec 15, 2022 | McColl Family Theatre | For 1st Grade and up The Herdmans are ready to wreak havoc! What happens when the “worst kids in the history of the world” find out about free food at Sunday school? What if they decide to audition for the annual Christmas pageant? This hilarious and heartfelt musical comedy, adapted from Barbara Robinson’s classic story, will have your family laughing and crying as we celebrate the holidays. THEMES: COMMUNITY, TRADITIONS, BELONGING, EMPATHY SCHOOLHOUSE ROCK LIVE! ORIGINALLY ADAPTED AND PRODUCED FOR THE STAGE BY THEATRE BAM FROM THE SERIES CREATED BY GEORGE NEWALL AND TOM YOHE BASED ON AN IDEA BY DAVID MCCALL BOOK BY SCOTT FERGUSON, GEORGE KEATING AND KYLE HALL MUSIC AND LYRICS BY LYNN AHRENS, BOB DOROUGH, DAVE FRISHBERG, KATHY MANDRY, GEORGE NEWALL AND TOM YOHE PRESENTED THROUGH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI). ALL AUTHORIZED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS ARE ALSO SUPPLIED BY MTI. WWW.MTISHOWS.COM Jan 10-26, 2024 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For K-4th Grade The alarm clock rings and Tom awakens, nervous to start his first day of teaching. He turns on the TV to relax and is surprised when the voices he hears in his head come to life as characters in the television set! Tom is hesitant at first to accept them, but eventually they help him see how great a teacher he has been all along. THEMES: FRIENDSHIP, IDENTITY, INCLUSION PINOCCHIO BY GREG BANKS FROM THE STORY BY CARLO COLLODI PRODUCED BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH PLAYS FOR NEW AUDIENCES Jan 31 – Feb 16, 2024 | McColl Family Theatre | For 1st Grade and up High among the scaffolding, a group of painters begin the day’s work. Using the objects around them, they bring the story of Pinocchio to life in real-time, creative fashion. Kind-hearted Geppetto carves a little puppet from wood to call his own. But Pinocchio dreams of being a “real boy” and seeks adventure unaware of the danger it brings. When he learns his papa is in trouble, Pinocchio sets his selfishness aside learning that he doesn’t need to be real to be brave. THEMES: HONESTY, BRAVERY, LOYALTY CATCHING THE MOON: THE STORY OF A YOUNG GIRL’S BASEBALL DREAM BOOK AND LYRICS BY NICHOLE JACKSON MUSIC AND LYRICS BY TYRONE L. ROBINSON ADAPTED FROM THE BOOK BY CRYSTAL HUBBARD ADAPTED FROM CATCHING THE MOON: THE STORY OF A YOUNG GIRL’S BASEBALL DREAM. TEXT COPYRIGHT © 2005 BY CRYSTAL HUBBARD. ILLUSTRATIONS COPYRIGHT © 2005 BY RANDY DUBURKE. PERMISSION ARRANGED WITH LEE & LOW BOOKS INC., NEW YORK, NY 10016. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. LEARN MORE AT LEEANDLOW.COM Mar 6-22, 2024 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For 2nd Grade and up With the crack of a bat, Marcenia Lyle rounds the bases with ease and slides into home. It’s the ballfield she knows and loves best. So when famous baseball manager Gabby Street comes scouting players for summer camp, Marcenia steps up to the plate to compete. She’s determined to pursue her passion and defy the naysayers who discourage her from following her dream because she’s a girl. Catching the Moon tells the spirited story of the Black girl who grew up to become “Toni Stone”, the first woman to play for an all-male professional baseball team. THEMES: DETERMINATION, SELF ESTEEM, OVERCOMING ODDS, KINDNESS DJEMBE FIRE! CREATED AND PERFORMED BY THE MAGIC OF AFRICAN RHYTHM Mar 6-8, 2024 | McColl Family Theatre | For K-4th Grade Master drummers and dancers combine the fire of the djembe (drum) with colorful costumes and high-energy music that will make you want to get up and dance. Feel the heartbeat of Africa come to life in this powerhouse performance. THEMES: THE POWER OF MUSIC, AFRICAN RHYTHM, STORYTELLING ELEPHANT AND PIGGIE’S “WE ARE IN A PLAY!” BASED ON THE ELEPHANT & PIGGIE BOOKS BY MO WILLEMS PUBLISHED BY HYPERION BOOKS FOR CHILDREN SCRIPT AND LYRICS BY MO WILLEMS MUSIC BY DEBORAH WICKS LA PUMA PRESENTED THROUGH SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (MTI). ALL AUTHORIZED PERFORMANCE MATERIALS ARE ALSO SUPPLIED BY MTI. WWW.MTISHOWS.COM Apr 10 – May 2, 2024 | McColl Family Theatre | For PreK-2nd Grade Celebrated author Mo Willem’s beloved characters come to life in a jazzy musical based on the award-winning, best-selling children’s books. After fumbling and breaking their new toy, bestus friends Gerald and Piggie realize they are in a play and use their powers of persuasion to move the audience. The vaudevillian-style show will have families saying “banana”, “flippy floppy floory”, and clapping along. THEMES: FRIENDSHIP, SHARING DANNY, KING OF THE BASEMENT BY DAVID S. CRAIG Apr 17-26, 2024 | Wells Fargo Playhouse | For 4th Grade and up 10-year-old Danny “Delco” Carter is the “king of moving.” When Danny and his mom move into a basement apartment on an upscale street, the kids he meets have more material things, but they seem to have bigger challenges than he realizes. Danny’s imaginative play creates a sense of community that allows his friends to cope with their problems and, ultimately, to help Danny—because Danny’s challenge isn’t losing a home—it’s gaining one. THEMES: POVERTY, FRIENDSHIP, THE POWER OF POSITIVITY * All productions meet specific language and theatre arts curriculum standards. Children’s Theatre of Charlotte has designed teacher resource guides, which provide innovative connections to additional Common Core and North Carolina Essential Standards, to complement each production, deepen the theatre experience, extend the educational value and spark classroom conversations. Guides include information about the author/playwright, discussion questions, vocabulary words, recommended reading lists and engaging activities. Convenient bus lane and other amenities help field trips go smoothly and efficiently. An average of 350 schools from Mecklenburg and 19 surrounding counties bring their students to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte to experience the magic of live professional theatre.

Classifying Critters

Prepare for an exhilarating adventure and meet some of the Museum’s incredible Animal Ambassadors. These lively Museum residents will spark curiosity and inspire children’s questions and observations as they discover the similarities, differences, and defining characteristics of different animal groups.

Community Helpers

Community helpers are people whose jobs help the community be a better place. Children will explore different jobs to better understand the important role these helpers have in our community.

Concepts of Chemistry

Start students on the path to chemistry and embark on an exhilarating journey through molecules and solutions. Students will manipulate chemical reactions, decipher physical and chemical changes, and concentrate on concentrations, all while getting well versed in lab safety skills.

Create & Capture Workshop: Digital Arts Enhanced Tour

Day Trip ; Workshop

After immersing yourself in the thought-provoking artwork and exhibitions at the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African American Arts + Culture, we invite you to further reflect on themes like identity, social justice, history, community, and more through visual storytelling. In this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to express your unique perspective and creativity and learn how to capture images that evoke stories, emotions, and reflections. Guided by an experienced instructor, you’ll learn composition techniques, storytelling through visuals, and editing skills to enhance your photographs. We’ll provide you with the tools and knowledge to capture the essence of the themes resonating from the museum’s exhibitions.

Dance Theater of Harlem School Show

In moments of extreme injustice and frustration the most impactful art is born. This is true of the inception of one of the most influential American ballet companies of the last five decades, Dance Theatre of Harlem. Arthur Mitchell created the company in New York City, after making history in 1955 as the first black principal dancer at New York City Ballet. The company would grow to have a lasting impact on the American ballet scene and become a beacon for black dancers worldwide. It was a pioneer in the dance world, integrating stages and spreading the art of ballet through massive outreach programs at home and abroad.

Day of Dance Program-Career Readiness

Day Trip ; Out-of-School-Time ; Workshop

Charlotte Ballet’s Day of Dance is an educational experience for students at our facility in Uptown Charlotte. Through this program, we aim to expand students’ knowledge of the field and fuel a strong appreciation for the arts by shedding light on the inner workings of an arts organization. Students will: Receive a behind-the-scenes tour (featuring a tour of of costume shop, viewing of a company or pre-professional rehearsal, and a facility tour) Take a master class Learn about careers in dance through a Q&A with Charlotte Ballet staff (Marketing, finance, education, community engagement, production, development and more)

Dig Into Earth Science

Uncover the world beneath our feet as young scientists dig into the world of Earth science. Children will use scientific tools to investigate, measure, and describe the properties and uses of Earth materials. Dig deeper to discover what lives in the dirt and other wonders found under the ground.

Dino Time

Unearth the fascinating world of paleontology and unravel the secrets of the past. Students will explore genuine fossils, create unique imprint fossils and participate in an exciting fossil excavation to discover their own treasured keepsakes.

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