Arts In Education is a program that brings professional performing artists to all Greenville and Darke County school children, grades K through 12.  The artists also frequently appear in area retirement homes as continuing education and outreach programming.  Funding is provided through the Ohio Arts Council, the schools, DCCA memberships, local businesses, clubs, foundations and trusts.

2009-2010 Schedule

September 14-18       Charlotte Blake Alston - Storyteller, Narrator and Singer

                                   For grades K through 3

A Philadelphia-based storyteller, narrator and singer, Charlotte breathes life into traditional and contemporary stories from the African and African-American oral and cultural traditions.   

September 22-26        Grand Dérangement - Acadian Musicians

                                   For grades 9 through 12

From the shores of Nova Scotia, Grand Derangement performs Acadian music that is a unique blend of Celtic, Cajun and Rock.  The group also shares the history of the Acadians and the Great Expulsion, otherwise known as the Grand Dérangement, from which the natural blending of cultures and music styles was created. 

October 1-2                Art Reach - Anne Frank

                                   For grades 7and 8

Art Reach of Cincinnati, Ohio brings to life the story of Anne Frank in this educationally enriching theatrical production which ties in with junior high school curriculum. 

November 2-6           Moscow Nights - Russian Music and Folklore

                                  For grades 4 through 6

This exciting, versatile troupe of Russian musicians performs music from their repertoire centered on masterpieces of Russian folklore, representing the rich diversity of the culture.