Performance Arts
CME uses dance to connect kids to their bodies, teaching styles like ballet and hip-hop; music to boost brain power and skills in reading and math; and theater to spark imagination, problem-solving, and social-emotional growth.
About the workshop
Our Dance Curriculum offers students a comprehensive experience that combines the study of dance techniques with the exploration of choreography and performance.Students develop strong technical foundations through training in various dance styles, as well as learning and performing set choreography. In addition, they are given meaningful opportunities to create and perform their original works—cultivating both their artistic voice and confidence as expressive, independent dancers. Dance composition and choreography enable young dancers to become creators, storytellers, and critical thinkers—not just performers. By developing their own choreography, students make artistic choices, express emotions, and share meaningful stories, building confidence and a deeper connection to dance. Working collaboratively, they enhance problem-solving skills and learn how movement, space, and intention combine to create original works. Our curriculum nurtures well-rounded dancers who are both technically skilled and expressive, inspiring them to reach their full potential.
What's included
Daily 90-minute technique classes span a range of dance styles, including ballet, contemporary, hip-hop, jazz, West African, and theater dance. The curriculum integrates body mechanics and functional anatomy lessons within these classes, helping dancers understand how their body moves in space and time, all within a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and artistic discovery. Workshops for dance composition allow dancers to evolve from performers to creators and storytellers. While technique trains the body, composition nurtures the mind and imagination. Students learn to make artistic choices, express emotions, and share meaningful narratives through their choreography. This ownership fosters confidence, self-awareness, and a connection to their art.
About the workshop
The drumming workshop is an interactive and engaging experience designed for school-aged youth that uses rhythm and percussion to promote self-expression, teamwork, and creative exploration. Rooted in cultural traditions worldwide, the workshop invites students to connect through sound, movement, and community-building. Open to all skill levels, the workshop emphasizes participation, presence, and the joy of making music together, offering an inclusive space for students to explore their own rhythm and voice.
What's included
Each session introduces students to basic drumming techniques, rhythm patterns, and ensemble playing. Activities may include call-and-response exercises, improvisation, storytelling through rhythm, and exploration of global percussion instruments. Students will also engage in listening games, movement-based rhythm exercises, and discussions about the cultural significance of different drumming styles. The workshop can be adapted to integrate academic themes, allowing connections to subjects such as math, language arts, science, and social studies.
About the workshop
Our Playwriting and Theater Arts workshop invites campers into the world of storytelling, character creation, and performance. Through the lens of theater, students are encouraged to use their imagination, step into different roles, and explore diverse perspectives. This workshop creates a safe and playful space where campers can express themselves emotionally and creatively, all while building confidence and communication skills.
What's included
Campers will participate in various theater-based activities, including improvisation games, role-play exercises, dramatic storytelling, and basic stage movement. They will also be able to create original scripts, collaborate on scenes, and bring their characters to life through short performances. Alongside acting and playwriting, students will explore voice, expression, and teamwork—core elements of a strong theatrical experience.
Benefits
- These immersive experiences prepare participants to approach all styles and techniques of dance confidently.
- Participants gain body awareness, coordination, and adaptability while applying these skills to executing, learning, and performing choreography.
- Engaging in composition enhances problem-solving skills.
- Collaboration is encouraged when working in groups.
- This process shifts the focus from merely reproducing movement to understanding how different elements combine to create something original and impactful.
- The curriculum cultivates well-rounded dancers who are technically skilled and expressive, with the skills to use dance as a voice.
- Participants acquire the tools to grow as movers and makers—ready to create, perform, and connect through dance.
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