ARTIST LEGERE

"Phoebe Legere is a transdisciplinary artist. Her multi-format artworks issue from a powerful and intimate internal voice."
~The Brooklyn Rail

Tuesday, July 9, 2024

Free Summer Saturday Arts Education Program for Children Hosted By Phoebe Legere's Nonprofit Foundation for New American Art: The Foundation for New American Art is Grateful for Assistance From NYSCA and the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs!




Announcing Summer Saturday Paint Brushes Not Guns FREE Program at Theater for the New City

Foundation for New American Art, NYSCA and the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs present:

Summer Saturday Morning: Paint Brushes Not Guns  Pinceles, Si! Pistoles, No!

A free Multi-Arts Program at Theater for the New City

Location: Theater for the New City, 155 First Ave, New York City 10003

Dates: Saturdays 10:30 am – 12:30 pm  Fechas: Sábados 10:30 am – 12:30 pm

Contact: info@foundationfornewamericanart.org  Contacto:info@foundationfornewamericanart.org

New York, NY – Do you want to be a star? Believe in yourself! Do you dream of becoming an Artist? Musician? Dancer? Actor?  Join us this summer for the Paint Brushes Not Gunsprogram at Theater for the New City! Our exciting, FREE program is open to all ages and welcomes everyone, including children, caregivers, artists, and individuals with disabilities. We film each session and highlights are posted to TIKTOK and INSTAGRAM each week!

 Nueva York, NY – ¿Quieres ser una estrella? ¡Cree en ti mismo! ¿Sueñas con convertirte en una sensación de TikTok? ¡Únete este verano al programa Pinceles, Si! Pistoles, No! en el Teatro for the New City! Nuestro emocionante programa GRATUITO está abierto para todas las edades y da la bienvenida a todos, incluidos niños, cuidadores, artistas e individuos con discapacidades. ¡Filmamos cada sesión y los momentos destacados se publican en TIKTOK e INSTAGRAM cada semana!

What to Expect:

  • Multilingual Program: Whatever language you speak, our program is designed for everyone. We believe in Language Justice!
  • Performance Skills: Develop your acting, singing, dancing, drawing and musical skills with the guidance of star teachers from Vassar College, Juilliard, NYU, and SUNY Purchase.
  • Inclusive Environment: We welcome participants of all races, ages, and abilities, including the visually impaired, neurodivergent, immigrant, and low-income communities.
  • Creative Opportunities: Wear a costume, tell your stories, and be part of a unique new multicultural TIKTOK show called Children of the City.
  • Instrumental Learning: Everyone gets a chance to sing, dance, draw, act, play the piano and guitar.
  • Supportive Space: Get help with your problems and make new friends in a safe and nurturing environment.

Program Highlights:

  • Multicultural Stories: Share your true stories in any language and be part of a collaborative performance.
  • Family-Friendly: Whole families are welcome to join and participate together.
  • Certificates and Scholarships: Children who complete our program will receive a prestigious Legere Academy Performance Art Certificate.
  • Don’t Miss Out! This is an amazing multicultural opportunity presented by the Foundation for New American Art at Theater for the New City. Spaces are limited, so join us and be the star we know you are!

FREE – All Ages Welcome! Come paint, sing, dance, perform, and wear a costume!

For more information and to register, contact:info@foundationfornewamericanart.org

About Foundation for New American Art: The Foundation for New American Art is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to nurturing and strengthening the artistic and musical spirit of children and families from under-resourced communities. We believe that art saves lives and strive to bring joy, self-esteem, and a sense of belonging through our programs.