HIP HIP WRITING & RECORDING

Andre "Add-2" Daniels

In this workshop students will learn how to write and structure verses as well as basic songwriting and recording skills.

Grade Levels: 6th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None
Materials Needed to Participate: Phone, Writing material (pen, paper or any notepad app), creativity and an open mind!

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8-BIT WORLDS: HOW TO UNDERSTAND & COMPOSE MUSIC FOR VIDEO GAMES

Danny Lopatka, University of Illinois Chicago Professor

A monster-packed island, a hidden tower in the sky – video game composers write the perfect soundtracks for fantastic worlds. In this presentation, we’ll discuss the process of composing music for video games, from looking at concept art to writing the first notes. We’ll cover important topics like emotional vs. analytical listening, choosing the best instrumentation, and the creating musical atmosphere.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience:
Some music theory, composition, and/or band experience is ideal, but not necessary

Materials Needed to Participate: Headphones, Digital Audio Workstation (GarageBand, Logic, Studio One, etc.) – ideal, but not necessary

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INTRODUCTION TO FLAMENCO

Nalanie Molina, Ensemble Español

Dancers will explore and learn about the fundamental elements of Flamenco that include palmas (hand clapping) braceo (arm movement) zapateado (footwork) and other vocabulary movements that will be applied in choreography.

Grade Levels: 6th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: None

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WHAT TO SEND UP WHEN IT GOES DOWN ACTOR CHAT

Victor Musoni, Chicago-based actor, writer, and dancer

Victor Musoni will discuss his experiences as a working artist in Chicago and his experience working on Social Justice themes in Congo Square' Theatre's must see production of What To Send Up When It Goes Down By Aleasha Harris.

Grade Levels: 9th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: An open mind and curiosity

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ACTIVIST BUTTON MAKING WITH WEINBERG/NEWTON GALLERY

Lisa Lindvay, Education Director

Learn about Weinberg/Newton Gallery and virtually tour their current exhibition Key Change, presented in partnership with Mercy Housing Lakefront, which addresses historical housing practices and proposes alternative ways of living in Chicago. The exhibition features a variety of artwork by contemporary artists, activists, and architects. Then use Canva (a free digital design program) to design your own activist button in response to the exhibition themes. All participants will be mailed a physical version of their button design for free. Select designs will receive a $25 gift card, 12 buttons, and be made into a limited edition button that will be available at Weinberg/Newton Gallery.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: Computer, tablet, or phone and Canva.com or Canva app

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THE LORRAINE HANSBERRY PROJECT (DAY #2)

Jennifer Glasse, Eduction Director of Gift Theatre

Lorraine Hansberry is one of the most prolific playwright in American History. She wrote the acclaimed play A Raisin in the Sun, and it was inspired by Langston Hughe’s poem Harlem. Langston Hughes asked the question “What Happens to a Dream Deferred”. This question inspired Lorraine Hansberry to write her play about a Black Family on the South Side of Chicago dealing with deferred dreams and finding hope in the midst.

For this project, students will read Harlem and then bring in text that you feel is connected to you and to the poem. During the first day we will workshop your text (it can be a monologue, rap or song lyrics, spoken word, photography, whatever speaks to you) and the second day you will perform it.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: Harlem by Langston Hughes

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AN INTRO TO THE WORLD OF ZINES & ZINESTERS

Emily Steffen, Founder of Chicago Zine Fest

Join Emily Steffen of Chicago Zine Fest as she gives you an intro to the history and culture of Zines and independent publishing, including how you can get involved in the Chicago Zine Scene. You'll also learn how to fold and illustrate a Zine of your very own in this workshop!

Grade Levels: 6th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: A few pieces of blank paper, a pair of scissors, a writing utensil, and colored pencils or markers if you have them

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BACH TO THE BEATLES: THE GUITAR FROM RENAISSANCE TO ROCK
Brian Torosian, Northeastern Illinois University Music Professor

This is a lecture demonstration which will summarize the evolution of the guitar and its music from 1500 to the present. There will be a particular emphasis on comparing modern guitar technique with that of earlier times. A question and answer discussion will conclude the session.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: None

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INTRO TO RESPONSIBLE FASHION
Jacob Victorine, Columbia College Faculty

In this session, designer and Columbia College Chicago Instructor Jacob Victorine will introduce participants to the concepts of responsible fashion and circular production and take questions, time permitting.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: None

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NONVERBAL COMMUNICATION IN THEATER
Peter Cook, Columbia College Faculty

This fun-filled activity-filled workshop will focus on developing nonverbal communication where actors will use their facial expressions, body language, gestures and movement as part of their acting fundamentals. The concept of “less is more” is strongly encouraged here. The participants will be asked to create materials through nonverbal communication during the workshop. No speaking is allowed. You will be working with a faculty member from Columbia College Chicago’s American Sign Language Department.

Grade Levels: 10th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: None

Materials Needed to Participate: None

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TALENT COMPETITION: SECRETS & TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL AUDITION

Nancy Yearing, Senior Casting Producer for American Idol

This workshop will provide a brief overview of what it is like to audition for a music competition show, what casting producers look for, the how-to and importance of choosing the right song, along with ample time for Q&A from students.

Grade Levels: 8th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: No materials needed to participate except an open heart and open ears

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DANCE ON! AUDITIONING FOR DANCE AT THE UNIVERSITY LEVEL

Rachel Burton, Northeastern Illinois University Dance Professor

What do colleges look for in prospective dance students? How might the expectations in college be different then high school – in dance but also in other academic disciplines? How can you present yourself in a professional manner?

Preparing for an audition: What to wear? Writing a resume? Contacting the school? Pursuing scholarship opportunities? How do you prepare for it all.

Grade Levels: 11th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: No materials needed to participate. Note taking recommended.

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POETRY AS MEMORY

Jacob Victorine, Columbia College Chicago Professor

In this session, poet and Columbia College Chicago Instructor Jacob Victorine will lead participants through a brief discussion and writing exercise centered around Terrance Hayes' poem "Derrick Poem (The Lost World)" and Hanif Abdurraqib's "Summer 2009."

Grade Levels: 9th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: notebook, pen/pencil

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THE ART OF SONGWRITING WITH MORGXN

morgxn

SESSION CANCELLED

JAM BAND & IMPROVISATION

Jeffrey Kowalkowski, Northeastern Illinois University Music Professor

Anyone can join us to talk about IMPROVISATION in all genres of music, everyone is welcome to bring some sort of instrument to the session.

Grade Levels: 6th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: No materials needed but if you have an instrument, bring it!

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PORTRAITURE IN PHOTOGRAPHY

Presented by the Museum of Contemporary Photography

Join us for a discussion on photographic portraiture by looking at works by other artists in the MoCP’s collection. We will talk about what it means to photograph yourself or other people or yourself, and will show a wide variety of historical and contemporary works to hopefully inspire you as artists making photographs of people. We will also think critically about the relationship between the photographer and their subject, and how that relationship factors into the images you see.

Grade Levels: 9th - 12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: No materials needed to participate

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SEAT AT OUR TABLE: RUNNING A CULTURALLY SPECIFIC ARTS ORGANIZATION

Ericka Ratcliff, Artistic Director of Congo Square Theatre Company

Questions & Answers on what goes into running a Culturally Specific Arts Organization and the connection between theater arts and community work.

Grade Levels: 9th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: An open mind and curiosity

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SUPERFast FILM FEST: DAY #2

Bryan Casallo & Mary Munez of Pogi Studios

This will be a super fun challenge for teens to shoot and edit a 1-minute video using items and tech they have at home. The students will be using prompts we give them in class the first day. We will be teaching students basic elements of storytelling and filmmaking and from there, students will work independently to produce their film challenges. The second day, we will showcase the films via zoom and give students the opportunity to explain their motivations and receive feedback. We will give awards at the end of the screening. We understand that not all phones are created equal. Judging will be based on meeting various markers we discussed. The top 3 filmmakers will receive a chance to interview for an internship at POGI.

Grade Levels: 10th-12th

Suggested Prior Experience: No prior experience needed

Materials Needed to Participate: smartphone, movie editing app or software

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