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SNEAK PEEK! 2025 - 26 SCHOOL SHOWS

Generous Support Provided by

On sale Wednesday, August 13 at 9:00 am! 

More shows may be added! All information subject to change.


*11:30am showtimes may be added based on demand.


$12 students at regular price, $9 students on National Lunch Program, 1 adult free for every 10 students, $12 additional adults. Full and partial scholarships available! 

In to America by Griffin Theatre Company

Tue., Oct. 21, 2025, at 9:30 am*

Grades: 6-12


Super Scientific Circus

Tue., Nov. 4, 2025, at 9:30 am*

Grades: 1-6


The Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System by TheaterWorksUSA

Thu., Nov. 20, 2025, at 9:30 am*

Grades: K-6


Posada Navideña by Calidanza Dance Company

Fri., Dec. 12, 2025, at 9:30 am*

Grades: K-12


The Peking Acrobats®

Tue., Jan 20, 2026, at 9:30 am & 11:30 am

Grades: K-12


Hero: The Boy From Troy A New Musical About Young John Lewis by First Woman

Thu., Jan. 27, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: 3-6


Around the Americas with 123 Andrés

Tue., Feb. 26, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: PK-3


Hare and Tortoise

by Tutti Frutti Productions of England

Mon., Mar. 2, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: PK-3


The Pout-Pout Fish by TheaterWorksUSA

Mon., Mar. 23, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: PK-3


Wind in the Willows by Theatre Heroes

Thu., Apr. 2, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: 3-6


The Invisible Boy by Children’s Theatre of Charlotte & Experiential Theater Company

Thu., Apr. 13, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: K-4


Dinosaur World Live

Thu., Apr. 23, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: K-6


Ada Twist, Scientist & Friends by TheaterWorksUSA

Mon., May 4, 2026, at 9:30 am*

Grades: K-4

SNEAK PEEK! 2025-26 ARTISTS IN THE SCHOOLS: ARTS INTEGRATION RESIDENCIES

On sale Wednesday, August 13 at 9:00 am! 

Each of LBC’s Arts Integration Residencies brings an artist into the classroom to lead students through six interactive sessions, combining an art form and another academic content area, to dive deeper into learning. Residencies start at $700—Full and partial scholarships available! are available! 


All information is subject to change. More programs coming soon!

ARTS INTEGRATION RESIDENCIES


Mastery Through Movement: Bringing English to Life for Early Language Learners

Grades: PK-2
Subjects Covered: Dance, Drama, ELA
Use make-believe play to embody parts of speech, emotions, and stories.


Math Dance
Grades: K-3
Subjects Covered: Dance, Math
Link creative movement, dance, music, and imagination to explore math topics.


Story Ninjas Improvised Tales:  A Costumed Approach to Narrative Creation

Grades: K-8

Subjects Covered: Drama, ELA

Create and perform original stories inspired by costumes and props.


Drama, Not Trauma: Empowering the Inner Superhero
Grades: 1-8
Subjects Covered: Drama, SEL
Learn strategies through drama to prevent bullying and empower students’ inner superheroes.


Exploring Historical Figures through Portraits and Papercraft

Grades: 3-5

Subjects Covered: ELA, Social Studies, Visual Art

Students use papercraft to create a mini-book reflecting on the story of a historical figure in comparison to themselves.


Environmental Conservation Theatre

Grades: 3-7

Subjects Covered: Drama, ScienceStudents explore environmental science through imagination and empathy, and share their discoveries through performance.


Using Comics to Understand Points of View

Grades: 4-7
Subjects Covered: ELA, SEL, Visual Art
Students will use cartooning and comics to develop stories and characters, exploring story structure, archetypes, and characterization.


It's a Rap!

Grades: 6-12
Subjects Covered: ELA, Music, SEL
Students practice fundamental skills needed to create rap songs including musical rhythms, creating rhymes, writing lyrics, public speaking, collaboration, social issues, and self-expression.

SNEAK PEEK! 2025 - 26 ARTISTS IN THE SCHOOLS: ARTS FOR ALL RESIDENCIES

On sale Wednesday, August 13 at 9:00 am!

Each of LBC’s Arts for All Residencies brings an artist into the classroom to lead students through six interactive hours of instruction. Choose from different art forms—including dance, drama, visual art, and music—to ensure that students receive a diversity of quality arts instruction adapted to meet your specific subject matter and educational goals. Residencies start at $700—Full and partial scholarships available!


All information is subject to change. More programs coming soon!


ARTS FOR ALL RESIDENCIES


Looking for DANCE? Check out…


Hip-Hop

Grades: all


Salsa (On2, NY Style)

Grades: All


Cognitive Movement

Grades: TK-2


Looking for DRAMA? Check out…


Improvisational Theatre
Grades: all


Expressive Movement

Grades: TK-3


Actor's Toolbox

Grades: 1-8

 

Looking for MUSIC?  Check out…


Digital Music Production

Grades: 5 and up


Looking for VISUAL ART?  Check out…

Mixed Media

Mixed Media

Grades: all


Watercolor

Grades: 1 and up  


Printmaking

Grades: 2 and up


Comics/Cartooning

Grades: 3 and up


Digital Art

Grades: 3 and up


Pop-Up Cards/Books

Grades: 4 and up


Zine Creation

Grades: 4 and up


Looking for a CUSTOM RESIDENCY?

Contact us to craft the right residency for your students. Email us.

SNEAK PEEK! FALL 2025 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

On sale online Wednesday, August 13 at 9:00 am!

We offer trainings for all educators with workshops focused on standards-based lessons and evidence-backed techniques that you can take immediately back to students.


Workshops start at $10scholarships available!


More information coming soon!


TOOLS FOR TEACHERS

Offers the essential resources you need to provide arts education opportunities that prepare our next generation for success in school, work, and life.


TEACHING ARTIST TRAINING

Focuses on key topics relevant to TAs all experience levels and are perfect for those who are interested in learning new skills and networking with peers.


INCLUSION, DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND ACCESS IN THE CLASSROOM (IDEA)

Perfect for arts educators and administrators looking to create welcoming spaces for students of all backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.


SNEAK PEEK! NEW THIS YEAR!

Teaching Artist Certificate and Practicum

A Multi-Part Series


The LBC Teaching Artist Certificate Program, in partnership with Creative Sonoma, is designed to equip aspiring and current teaching artists with the essential skills, strategies, and hands-on experience in arts education. Participants will engage in a series of workshops and a practicum that provides direct experience, working alongside LBC’s professional Teaching Artists. Participants who complete the program in full are eligible for compensation or honorarium.


Each session is available for independent registration, but to receive the LBC Teaching Artist Certificate, participants must attend all workshops and practicum sessions. All assigned coursework, reflections, and participation in discussions must be completed.


WORKSHOP 1
Understanding the Different Types of Arts Education

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 pm

$10 per person

WORKSHOP 2
Age-Appropriate Lesson Planning and Childhood Cognitive Development

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 pm

$10 per person

WORKSHOP 3
Curriculum Design and Lesson Planning for the Arts

Wednesday, November 5, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 pm

$10 per person

WORKSHOP 4
Classroom Management and Student Engagement Strategiess

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 pm

$10 per person

WORKSHOP 5
Assessment and Reflection in Arts Education

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

4:00 – 6:00 pm

$10 per person

PRACTICUM
Spring 2026

Through shadowing experienced LBC Teaching Artists, participants will observe classroom dynamics, co-teach, and lead portions of lessons under guided supervision.



Information about scholarship opportunities is available here.
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