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First Online with Fran Episode 4: Theater Dying in America?

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GEM Magazine April 2012

Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight Read about why twelve-year-old Olivia Bouler believes The Arts are not only the conduit through which she channels her energy and enthusiasm for her causes, but…

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First Online with Fran Episode 2: Starting a Workshop!

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Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Paula Vogel

On Feb. 8th, 2012, Pulitzer Prize Winning Author Paula Vogel spoke at the Drama Bookshop in Manhattan. This five part series will feature clips that highlight topics of her discussion.…

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Marla Lewis: Grammy Winning Songwriter for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

“I never expected to win a Grammy,” says Wantagh Award-winning singer/songwriter, Marla Lewis. “I just love to write songs that teach, entertain, and sometimes raise a smile. I’m really proud…

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Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight

Twelve-year-old Olivia first gained fame two years ago when she offered her paintings to people who donated to the National Audubon Society in response to the BP Gulf oil spill.…

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First Online With Fran Featured in GEM Magazine

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It’s March. Do You know How Strong Your Schools’ Arts Programs Are?

Posted on Arne Duncan Secretary Duncan talks with students at one of the ED's frequent Student Art Exhibit Openings at the Department's headquarters. The arts are an important part of…

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chandra thomas: ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE

For as long as she can remember, chandra thomas ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE credits her family for instilling a love of storytelling. Entrenched in her upbringing between Harlem and Long…

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Born to Not Get Bullied

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Testimonial #10: Holly Stanford, Theater Education Practitioner

How has your life been indelibly touched by a teacher who utilized the arts for whatever reason and acknowledge how they were instrumental in breaking the mold to allow you…

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