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  Crayola Experience

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  Discover the magic of color at Crayola Experience, Plano's most colorful family attraction! Dozens of hands-on, creative activities await families at The Shops at Willow Bend - just a short drive from Dallas. Name and wrap your very own Crayola crayon! Learn how crayons are made in a live manufacturing show! Star in your own coloring page! And more! It's no wonder that families normally spend 3-4 hours exploring all of the fun activities inside. While visiting, shop from the largest selection of Crayola products and discover one-of-a-kind souvenirs at the Crayola retail store. The retail store is open to the public daily; 365 days a year. Start planning your color adventure today! (less) ... Read more

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  Irving Arts Center

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  JumpstART Stories & Art - FREE at The Irving Arts Center

     JumpstART Stories & Art I 10AM I FREE Join us the first Thursday of each month at the Irving Arts Center for stories and art! Explore new stories and fun art projects during this creative story time that combines art and children's literature. Create a take-home art project and then browse the galleries with your kids as part of this fun AND FREE morning activity. Ages 2 and up. All supplies provided. Pre-registration is required for groups of 10 or more; please call the Box Office at 972.252.ARTS (2787).

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  Second Sunday Funday - FREE at The Irving Arts Center

     Join us the second Sunday of each month at Irving Arts Center for a fun and hands-on, art-filled afternoon! boy-girls-smiles Irving Arts Center offers the perfect framework for adults and children to experience art together. Second Sunday Family Fundays hands-on art days give parents and children projects they can co-create, far from daily distractions. Find inspiration in the gallery exhibitions, holidays and seasons as families make art, friends and fun. And the best part? It's FREE!

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  Artisan Center Theater

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  Looking for some Spring Acting Classes near Fort Worth?

     Be instructed by professionals still working in the business! Receive quality training in singing, dancing, and acting from highly-trained instructors, then have the opportunity to showcase these new talents at the end of the semester! The Spring Semester begins on January 13th, and enrollment is open now! Visit www.artisanct.com/education for more information! (less) ... Read more

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  ELF THE MUSICAL from November 22nd through December 21st, 2019.

     Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. (less) ... Read more

  Free Registration for Spring Classes or Spring Break Camp at Artisan Center Academy!

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  ANNIE JR. from November 15th through December 21st, 2019.

     With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Discounts for Groups of 15 or more! Please call 817.284.1200. (less) ... Read more

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  Park Cities Dance

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  Dance and Theatre Classes for Kids!

     Park Cities Dance is a complete performing arts school for every age and experience level, offering 150+ weekly classes in Dance, Acting, Musical Theatre, Opera and Fitness. Founded in 2008 by New Yorker Jacqueline Porter and modeled on the great schools of New York, L.A. and London. We have become known for our 'early development' of dancers with strong professional potential. Our Schools offer a progressive curriculum with programs designed for students of all ages and levels: the Primary Division (18 mos-7 yrs), Young Artists' Division (8-17 yrs), Teen+Adult Program (15 yrs-Adult) and The Dallas Conservatory pre-professional school (8-22 yrs). (less) ... Read more

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  SPARK!

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  Get ready for all things music.

     The great Stevie Wonder once said, "Music is a world within itself, with a language we all understand." Beginning November 5, SPARK! is launching a music after school program where children ages 7 and up will be able to take part in an audible experience like no other. The six week program will take place on Monday evenings from 5:30 to 7pm, beginning November 5 through December 10. The cost for the after school program is $225 for six weeks. Unfortunately, drop-ins will not be permitted. Get ready for all things music. Kids will participate in active listening sessions, learn to play and create unique music instruments and record their own music. After learning new musical concepts, as well the importance of sound all around them, children will build a musical piece. The SPARK! Music Program will be conducted on Mondays from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Each six-week session is $225 per child. Please Note: Our program is designed for kids in second grade and above. (less) ... Read more

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  Artisan Center Theater

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  Looking for some Spring Acting Classes near Fort Worth?

     Be instructed by professionals still working in the business! Receive quality training in singing, dancing, and acting from highly-trained instructors, then have the opportunity to showcase these new talents at the end of the semester! The Spring Semester begins on January 13th, and enrollment is open now! Visit www.artisanct.com/education for more information! (less) ... Read more

  Free Registration for Spring Classes or Spring Break Camp at Artisan Center Academy!

  Simply email the code USFAMILYGUIDE to education@artisanct.com and get free registration ($50 fee waived)!

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  ELF THE MUSICAL from November 22nd through December 21st, 2019.

     Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. This modern-day holiday classic is sure to make everyone embrace their inner elf. After all, the best way to spread Christmas Cheer is singing loud for all to hear. (less) ... Read more

  Free Registration for Spring Classes or Spring Break Camp at Artisan Center Academy!

  Simply email the code USFAMILYGUIDE to education@artisanct.com and get free registration ($50 fee waived)!

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  Artisan Center Theater

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  ANNIE JR. from November 15th through December 21st, 2019.

     With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy. Discounts for Groups of 15 or more! Please call 817.284.1200. (less) ... Read more

  Free Registration for Spring Classes or Spring Break Camp at Artisan Center Academy!

  Simply email the code USFAMILYGUIDE to education@artisanct.com and get free registration ($50 fee waived)!

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  Dallas Children's Theater

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  Disney's BEAUTY AND THE BEAST from September 22 - October 27, 2019 at Dallas Children's Theater.

     Music by Alan Menken Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice Book by Linda Woolverton Directed by Nancy Schaeffer Recommended for ages 5 and up Be our guest for this tale as old as time! Spirited Belle longs for adventure beyond her small, country town. But does she get more than she bargained for when the Beast captures her father and she is forced to trade places to save him? Favorite castle figures Lumiere, Cogsworth, Chip, and Mrs. Potts hold out hope that Belle can, at last, be the one to help the misunderstood Beast learn to love and be loved in return. If so, they can all be rescued from the curse they are under. Can she do it before the last rose petal falls? Beloved songs mixed with a touch of compassion and kindness highlight the power of true love in this large-scale, family musical based on the Disney classic. (less) ... Read more

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  LITTLE WOMEN: THE MUSICAL from December 7 - December 22, 2019 at Dallas Children's Theater.

     Script & Lyrics by Linda Daugherty Music & Lyrics by B. Wolf Based on the book by Louisa May Alcott Directed by K. Doug Miller Recommended for ages 9 and up Celebrate life, love, and family in this festive musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott's cherished novel set against the backdrop of the American Civil War. The March sisters - romantic Meg, spirited Jo, sweet Beth, and headstrong Amy - face adventure, heartbreak, and enduring hope as they weather life's changes in this timeless drama. Embrace the spirit of the holiday season through a story that has captured the hearts of readers for more than 150 years. Performed by the DCT Academy all-teen cast! (less) ... Read more

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  THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR CHRISTMAS SHOW from November 23 - December 29, 2019 at Dallas Children's Theater.

     Created by Jonathan Rockefeller Presented in association with Rockefeller Productions Based on four Eric Carle books Directed by Douglass Burks Enjoyed by all ages And he was still hungry! So...the Very Hungry Caterpillar came back to Dallas. During the 2019 holiday season, the whole family can make their way to a happy place thanks to a new collection of stories brought to life from beloved children's author/illustrator Eric Carle. Enjoy Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?; 10 Little Rubber Ducks; Dream Snow; and of course, a reprisal of The Very Hungry Caterpillar - now celebrating its 50th birthday! Filled with colorful puppets and adorable animals, this extraordinary spectacle is pure holiday magic, and sure to be a sellout, so buy your tickets early! (less) ... Read more

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  KD Studio

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  Advanced Children's Workshops

     This on-going course provides a further exploration of the creative process as it applies to commercial, film and stage technique. Students will review commercial and introduction to film acting using improvisation as the major tool. This workshop is structured so it may be repeated by children who are committed to working in the entertainment industry.

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  Children's 1

     This course teaches children about reading cold copy for auditions, talking and moving in front of a camera, and important aspects of the TV commercial business. The purpose of this class is three-fold: (1) learning to read cold copy for auditions, (2) having the experience of talking and moving in front of camera, then viewing the playback and (3) acquainting children with the important aspects of the TV commercial business; how to audition, interpreting commercial copy, and showing their personalities in front of the camera.

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  Private Coaching

     Looking to fine-tune your skills or prepare for an audition? KD Studio offers one-on-one coaching sessions with our faculty of working professionals. Topics include: audition and callback preparation, text analysis and interpretation of sides, improvisation techniques and exercises, monologue preparation and voice-over training. Fees may apply if cancelled 24 hours prior to lesson.

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  Steven Kavner's Improv For the Actor

     Steven Kavner's Improv For the Actor is a unique class where you will learn to loosen up, free yourself, and think on your feet. Each exercise and experience will be used to make you a more accomplished actors, allowing you to stand out in any situation. As we advance, characters, scenes, and stories will also be created. Scripts from television, film, and commercials will be introduced as the students learn how to tackle them and bring out their best - and always different from anyone else. These are tools that will help you no matter the future path you take! Communication skills, confidence, empathy, clarity and working with groups will enhance and grow anyone who comes to class. Every semester will end in a performance. (less) ... Read more

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  Kreative Kids I - KKI

     This course introduces children with limited or no reading skills to basic commercial and camera techniques using creative dramatics, music and movement. Through constant reinforcement, they learn to respect the work of others, the responsibilities of working on a commercial set, and the importance of working as an ensemble.

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  Kreative Kids I - KKI (On-Going)

     This course introduces children with limited or no reading skills to basic commercial and camera techniques using creative dramatics, music and movement. Through constant reinforcement, they learn to respect the work of others, the responsibilities of working on a commercial set, and the importance of working as an ensemble.

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  Teen Introduction to Acting (Afternoon)

     This class focuses on developing the basics of acting through work with a partner. Students will be developing and perfecting scenes by applying various approaches and techniques. The work will include: reacting and listening skills, character development, improvisation, partner work and script analysis.

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  Teen Introduction to Television Commercials (Afternoon)

     Designed to help in all aspects of acting and auditioning for television commercials, this course begins with a discussion of technical terms, scoring copy, basic guide lines for copy interpretation and introduction to camera technique. In each class students are videotaped as they rehearse a wide array of commercial copy. Course work includes cold reading and real-life audition techniques.

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  Teen Fashion Dimensions

     Learn from the best! Join international runway model Carlotta Lennox as she shares with you her expertise from the runways of Paris and Milan in this 6-week class! Excited much? Guess what! Now it's time to invite your friends & family to watch YOU walk the runway in a professionally produced fashion show including lights, music, hair, and makeup! Class includes: Professional head shot session, runway techniques, make-up & hair, self confidence & goal-setting, nutrition, walking & posture, style, public speaking and interviewing, posing, TV commercial acting.

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  Teen Voice-Over for Character/Animation

     Students learn the ropes of acting on a mic with a professional sound engineer and established voice coach as their guide. Lecture includes DFW market audition, the job, follow-up, self-promotion, the union and agencies. Each student receives private coaching and studio time.

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  Teen Advanced Television Commercial Workshop

     Advanced TV Commercial workshop goes further into the nuances of camera acting to study continuity between master shots, two shots, angle shots and close-ups, using more complicated scripts. The student will learn to master hitting invisible marks and matching actions. Students will study advanced terms used on set that relate to camera operations effecting the actors' movements.

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  Park Cities Dance

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  Dance and Theatre Classes for Kids!

     Park Cities Dance is a complete performing arts school for every age and experience level, offering 150+ weekly classes in Dance, Acting, Musical Theatre, Opera and Fitness. Founded in 2008 by New Yorker Jacqueline Porter and modeled on the great schools of New York, L.A. and London. We have become known for our 'early development' of dancers with strong professional potential. Our Schools offer a progressive curriculum with programs designed for students of all ages and levels: the Primary Division (18 mos-7 yrs), Young Artists' Division (8-17 yrs), Teen+Adult Program (15 yrs-Adult) and The Dallas Conservatory pre-professional school (8-22 yrs). (less) ... Read more