Elementary School Programs

Spring Touring Programs
Tour dates: February 2 through March 14

To schedule a visit to your school or community center please contact Deanna Hoying at (502) 561-7938, email deanna_hoying@kyopera.org.

I’m into Opera!

This program is geared toward elementary school students. It is a fantastic introduction to opera incorporating terminology and live singing into games, improvisation, and movement. The program is directed by the Kentucky Opera Studio Artists. Terminology is reinforced through an opera trivia game while an opera improvisation allows students to help create a mini-opera by filling in the blanks of a short narrative. This highly interactive program works for any age group. Study guide materials created according to KERA core content are available. $500

Cinderella

Using the children’s fairy tale as the basis for the story, this production uses student volunteers to help the Studio Artists tell the story.  Since almost every culture has a Cinderella story, study guide materials will include information about the African, Native American, and Appalachian version of Cinderella allowing the teacher to explore those stories before Kentucky Opera presents the “Italian” version.

This innovative program engages students and allows them to experience opera in a fun and highly energized environment. The program enhances core curriculum in a variety of subjects including storytelling and culture as well as the arts and humanities curriculum.  Study guide materials created according to KERA core content are available. $500

Example of Elementary Core Curriculum supported

MUSIC
End of Primary
AH-EP-1.1.1

Students will begin to recognize and identify elements of music using musical terminology.

DRAMA/THEATRE
End of Primary
AH-EP-1.3.1

Students will observe dramatic productions and describe literary elements, technical elements and/or performance elements using drama/theatre terminology.

VISUAL ARTS
End of Primary
AH-EP-1.4.1

Students will identify or describe elements of art and principles of design in works of art.

Artist in Residence Program at the Kentucky Derby Museum

February 16, 2009 through February 20, 2009
Two performances at 9:30am and 11am

Elementary Students: I’m into Opera

Plus FREE admission to Kentucky Derby Museum
Ticket price $3.00
Bus subsidy available!!!

For reservations contact:
Elizabeth Williams
Education Coordinator
Kentucky Derby Museum
(502) 992-5913

Seating is limited.

For more information about Kentucky Opera education programs or to schedule a performance, contact Deanna Hoying.