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DocuSign Envelope ID: E006B9E0-6B06-40B4-8F37-243B8FA8D07E <br /> comprehension to American history, Utilizing drama in the classroom can improve verbal <br /> cognition and expression, increase self-esteem and confidence, prepare students for <br /> public speaking activities, build reading comprehension, among many other benefits <br /> (American Alliance for Theatre & Education). In addition, drama activities as well as <br /> watching theatrical performances helps students connect to material on a deeper level. <br /> • Theatre and movement artist Virginia Queen Danford taught a <br /> residency with the 5th grade classes at Central, in connected to <br /> the School Show Let It Shine: The American Civil Rights <br /> Movement, by Bright Star Children's Theatre, which the 5th grade <br /> attended at The ArtsCenter. Curriculum connections that were <br /> addressed through this theatre residency included History and <br /> Language Arts. The students used reader's theatre and <br /> improvisational techniques to learn about acting and historical <br /> figures and events such as Sit-Ins, the Freedom Rides, and Rosa <br /> Parks. <br /> • Virginia also conducted a residency with New Hope Elementary's <br /> 5th grade classes. Students learned about segregation and <br /> integration through the story of Jackie Robinson. In addition to <br /> performing historical scenes, students learned words and <br /> movements to "Did You See Jackie Robinson Hit That Ball?", <br /> which they performed at The ArtsCenter after attending School <br /> ShowJackie Robinson:A Game Apart, by Mike Wiley. <br /> • Home <br /> • Tickets + Events <br /> • Classes <br /> • Camps <br /> • Youth Arts <br /> • Arts in Schools <br /> • Rentals <br /> • Support <br /> • About <br /> • Staff <br /> • Blog <br /> 300-G East Main St. Carrboro NC 27510 1 919.929.2787 I Email Us <br /> 0 2015 The ArtsCenter. All Rights Reserved. <br />