Welcome to redED!
Redhouse Educational Programming has grown to include coursework in instrument performance, art, dance, in addition to our regular drama and vocal performance programming! Also with the new year comes dozens of opportunities for schools and educators.
Click around and explore our new website, and be sure to check back frequently for information on Spring Semester, Summer Camp registration, and our Touring shows!
- Marguerite Mitchell, Redhouse Education DirectorOur Camps:
Redhouse Little Rockers Camp is a 2-week camp where students 6 – 10 years old receive instruction in basic note-reading, musicality, technique, and band dynamic! Students are encouraged to try different instruments and work together to write original music. Students can choose from one or more of the following instruments: guitar, drums, keys, bass, and voice. By the end of camp, students will not only have an appreciation for music, but will rock it out in their very own bands! About Camp: Redhouse Little Actors Camp is a 2-week camp where students 6 – 10 years old participate in activities that not only stimulate and encourage their imagination, but also get them comfortable on stage. Using creative movement, storytelling, yoga, and music, students will learn to physically and imaginatively express themselves in an enriching environment. The two-week session culminates with a showcase of their work as part of the summer showcases. About Camp: Redhouse Little Artists Camp Redhouse Little Artists Camp is a 2-week camp where students 6 – 10 years old receive high-quality, guided instruction in the use of art materials and techniques. Little Artists is a nurturing environment that encourages each child’s individual style of creative expression. The two-week session culminates with an artist reception in The Redhouse Cafe. About Camp: Redhouse Rock Camp’s Level 1 camp is for the beginning musician. This intensive music camp will give students ages 10 – 13 the opportunity to learn musical instruments under the training of some of the most sought after instructors in the CNY area. Students attend classes throughout the day and participate in exploratory activities in order to learn the basic fundamentals in several instruments, while being given the opportunity to collaborate with peers, write original music, develop a band, logo, poster design, and prepare a final performance alongside their teachers to showcase what they have learned during their time at camp. About Camp: Redhouse Rock Camp’s Level 2 camp is a 3-week intensive music camp where students 12 – 18 years old are given the opportunity to excel in their instrument(s) under intensive training. They will be challenged to collaborate with peers, write original music, develop a band name, logo, poster design, and a small repertoire in preparation for a final performance on Redhouse’s main stage! Also a part of the program is Recording 101 with SubCat Studios! Students will get an inside look into the recording, editing, and mixing process, led by SubCatEdu. Engineers, Patrick Macdougall and Jeremy Johnson. About Camp: Already been to Rock Camp? Sign up for Redhouse Advanced Rock Camp! This camp offers students everything they loved about Rock Camp’s Level 2 camp, but with more studio time, more band rehearsals, and a music video component! Take what you learned in years past to the next level. By their second day of camp, students will already be put in their bands, and attend adjudicated band/recording sessions to get ready for their concert and music video shoot! redED. film students will help direct the bands through the process of making a music video for their top song! *Redhouse Advanced Rock Camp students need to have either previously attended Rock Camp (Level 2), or need to schedule an audition/interview. To schedule an audition/interview, please contact the Education Director, Marguerite Mitchell, at marguerite@theredhouse.org or 315-362-2788. About Camp: Redhouse Theatrical Institute is a month-long intensive drama and music camp where students are completely immersed in the exciting work of theatre and the building blocks of performance. Throughout the process, students will not only spend time in class focusing on the fundamentals of performance, but will tour all over the Adirondacks with professional actors, performing the full-length theatrical production of Tarzan! Students will then return to Syracuse to give encore performances for local audiences on The Redhouses main stage. About Camp: Redhouse Theatrical Institute’s Level 2 camp is a month-long intensive drama and music camp where students experience . Students will be cast alongside professionals in order to put on a production of Godspell that is part of Redhouse’s regular summer season tour! About Camp:
SUMMER: Little Rockers Camp
Ages: 6-10
Dates: August 18 - 29
Times: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Rockfest Concert: August 29 at 6:00pm on the Redhouse main stage!
*Little Rockers will be the opening act for the Advanced Rock Camp students!
Cost: $300/$200 members
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Little Rockers/Little Artists Package:
Little Rockers/Little Actors Package:
SUMMER: Little Actors Camp
Ages: 6-10
Dates: August 18 - 29
Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $250/$200 members
Sign up for Little Actors and Little Rockers and Save!
Little Rockers/Little Actors Package:
SUMMER: Little Artists
Ages: 6-10
Dates: August 18 - 29
Times: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Cost: $250/$200 members
Sign up for Little Artists and Little Rockers and Save!
Little Rockers/Little Artists Package:
SUMMER: Redhouse Rock Camp: Level 1
Ages: 10-13
Dates: August 4th - 8th, 2014
Times: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Rockfest Concert to wrap up the week!
In partnership with Syracuse Parks & Recreation, please click here for more information on how to register: http://www.syracuse.ny.us/parks/summerCamps.html
SUMMER: Redhouse Rock Camp: Level 2
SOLD OUT! Email education@theredhouse.org to be put on the wait list in case a spot becomes available!
Ages: 12-18
Dates: July 28 – August 15
Times: 1:00pm – 5:00pm
Rockfest Concert: August 15 at 7:00pm on the Redhouse Stage
Cost: $600/$500 members
SUMMER: Advanced Rock Camp: Level 3
Ages: 12-18
Dates: August 4 - 29
Times: 8:00am – 1:00pm
Rockfest Concert: August 29, 2014 at 6:00pm on the Redhouse main stage!
Cost: $700/$600 members
SUMMER: Theatrical Institute: Level One
June 30 – July 25
Adirondack Tour: July 17 - 24
Cost: $1000/$900 members
SOLD OUT!!!!!
Call 315-362-2788 to be put on next year's wait list!
SUMMER: Advanced Theatrical Institute: Level Two
July 14 – August 15
Cost: $800/$700 members
Call 315-362-2788 to sign up for your slot today before they're gone!
Our redED Team & Opportunities:
This year Redhouse Educational Programming has expanded to include a school tour! Bring professional actors to your school to perform and spend some time in your classroom. These performances are eligible to be processed through the Oswego County BOCES Regional Arts-In-Education Service. To schedule this play in your school, you can contact Marguerite at 315-362-2788, or email education@theredhouse.org
Teaching Fellowship Opportunity
The Redhouse Fellowship Program is seeking twelve teaching artists with backgrounds/ experience in one or more of the following fields: Music, Theater, Dance, and Design. This full time position includes housing and health insurance. The Redhouse Fellowship Program is a one-year program where recent college graduates, teaching artists, and mid-career professionals make a commitment to teach core subject curriculum through arts-based teaching methods (grades K-6). Additional opportunities exist for Professional Development in the above field(s), as well as performance positions through the Redhouse Mainstage and LAB series.
CLICK HERE FOR JOB DESCRIPTIONS
Applications are due June 30th, 2014: CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Applicants should have demonstrated teaching experience in the arts and be comfortable teaching in multiple fields.
Applications must be completed and submitted to fellowship@theredhouse.org
These fellowships begin August 1st, 2014 and run through July 1st, 2015. Questions may be answered by calling (315)362-2788 or emailing fellowship@theredhouse.org
For Teachers and Administrators
Meet the Education Director
Marguerite Mitchell earned her Bachelor Degree from Temple University, double majoring in English Literature and English Education, also studying British Literature at the University of East Anglia in Norwich, England. She will hold a M.S. in Curriculum and Instruction, and is currently pursuing an M.S. in Arts Administration from Drexel University. Marguerite has taught English Language Arts, English as a Second Language, visual journaling, mural arts and drama in neighboring Syracuse schools and the Philadelphia city schools. In 2011, Marguerite received the NYSRA Teacher of the Year award. Marguerite has performed for local audiences in various theatre productions, and participated in various independent and feature-length film productions throughout Central New York.
Internships
Redhouse offers internships for area college students that are motivated, engaged and demonstrate an interest in the arts and arts management. Our internships are flexible to student needs and challenging, as only a small non-profit arts internship can be. If you have an interest in pursuing a marketing, public relations, graphic design, administrative, curatorial, or technical internship at The Redhouse, submit a resume and cover letter to the Education Director, Marguerite Mitchell at education@theredhouse.org.
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Community Connections and Partnerships:
Elmcrest
Arise
Hillside
Art Surge
Arc
CFAC
For information on how your organization can partner with The Redhouse, email marguerite@theredhouse.org or call 315-362-2788.
