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Participate in a Master Class at Lincoln Center. The 90 minute sessions provide student ensembles with expert instruction by an outstanding chorus master, band or orchestra maestro, drama coach, or dance captain. Talented and engaging artists enjoy sharing their unique knowledge and experience with groups at Lincoln Center. Each event is custom-designed based on your group's interests and is often offered in combination with a guided tour. |
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Enjoy a “Meet the Artist” program at Lincoln Center. Leading artists from the Philharmonic, opera or Broadway give private live performances and share exciting backstage stories The Meet-the-Artist School Series presents a wide range of performances specially created for students, giving them the chance to learn about the performing arts-from opera and modern dance to classical music and jazz. Each program showcases a dynamic performance by world-class artists as well as an interactive and instructional segment to give students the chance to experience the arts firsthand. |
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Enhance a concert of the New York Philharmonic with a sectional, master class or pre concert talk. |
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- In the Master Classes selected individuals (5-6) will perform for Philharmonic members and receive critiques on their technique, sound and musicianship while their peers listen in.
- In Sectionals members of the Philharmonic direct a rehearsal of band or orchestra sections (strings, brass, woodwinds, percussion, etc.) or a cover conductor of the Philharmonic will lead the entire ensemble. Students hear comments on ensemble playing, intonation, musicianship and team building
- In the Pre-Concert Talks, a scholar will guide concert-goers through an in-depth exploration of the compositions they will hear at the concert
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Tour Lincoln Center’s spectacular theatres. Lively one-hour tours visit three grand theaters of Lincoln Center: the Metropolitan Opera House, New York State Theater, and Avery Fisher Hall. Knowledgeable guides tell you all about the history, legends, and architecture for an intimate and exciting perspective on the world's greatest performing arts center. You might even catch a glimpse of rehearsals-in-progress along the way. |
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Enjoy Behind the Scenes Broadway and meet & greet the artists: 90-minute customized, interactive workshop - headed by working theatre professionals - that brings Broadway off the stage and into your hands, from student to adult alike. Hands-on training in the heart of the Theatre District in conveniently located Broadway and Off-Broadway rehearsal spaces emphasizes group interaction. Meet and greet the cast from a show you have just seen. (Subject to availability)
From Beginner to Advanced, all programs will be customized to accommodate your group's level of expertise, to the specific show you are seeing and to suit your schedule.
Choose from various clinics such as
- Musical Theatre Audition Techniques
- Theatre Dance and Movement
- Acting Auditions/Script Readings
- Lighting Techniques Workshop
- Stage Makeup Workshop
- Acting Improvisation
- Stage Combat
- Costume Design
- Acting Shakespeare
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Perform at the United Nations* whose purpose is to bring all nations of the world together to work for peace and development, based on the principles of justice, human dignity and the well-being of all people. “Why Music Matters” by Kofi Anon |
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Harlem Gospel Tour |
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Tour the Juilliard School of Music whose central mission is to educate talented performing musicians, dancers and actors so that they may achieve the highest artistic standards, as well as become leaders in their professions. Attend a performance at The Juilliard School whose season, includes more than 700 dance, drama, and music (classical and jazz) performances featuring Juilliard students, faculty, and special guest artists. |
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Celebrate at an evening concert at Alice Tully Hall at the Lincoln Center: with the Juilliard Composer’s Concert series. |
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Perform at Battery Park in view of the Stature of Liberty; the sentinel which reminds us of the legacy of freedom our ancestors fought for and won. * |
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Take the Radio City Music Hall Educational Tour; a fascinating excursion behind the scenes with a presentation by a key Radio City staff member who shares job experiences and gives advice and insights on how to be successful in the entertainment industry. Located in the heart of Rockefeller Center, the Music Hall holds countless stories and secrets within its newly restored art-deco interior. Learn about the legendary events and shows that have taken place on the Great Stage and admire the vast Radio City art collection. Plus, go backstage and explore the costume shop, production areas and even meet one of the world-famous Rockettes! |
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Catch an insider's glimpse of Carnegie Hall by taking the tour. Learn about the story of Andrew and Louise Carnegie, hear how the Hall was saved from demolition in 1960, and experience a century-long performance tradition that has showcased the world's finest artists—from Tchaikovsky to Mahler, from Horowitz to Callas to Bernstein, even Judy Garland and the Beatles. Come and share in the history of America's most famous concert hall! |
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Attend a concert at Carnegie Hall which has long welcomed music lovers from all parts of the globe for the finest in performance and arts education. Filling its three performance spaces with the greatest artists and audiences, and expanding its service to the world of music education through The Weill Music Institute, Carnegie Hall’s 114th season upheld the institution’s status as an international symbol of cultural excellence. |
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Discover opera on the Metropolitan Opera Guild backstage tour. Want to learn more about opera and what goes on at The Met? Here you can find everything from plot synopses to behind-the-scenes photos of Met productions. The Metropolitan Opera welcomes everyone from schoolchildren to seniors to visit and discover. Highlight your tour when you attend a performance of the Opera. |
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Perform at the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum The Intrepid Museum will close to the public on October 1st, 2006 to prepare for needed renovations along with the rebuilding of Pier 86. The reconstruction and renovations are expected to take 18 months to complete, leading to a reopening of the museum in May 2008. |
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If you wish to participate in an adjudicated festival, we can arrange the festival to complement your customized itinerary. (Subject to availability) |
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New York boasts several world famous parades. (Subject to acceptance) Plan your parade early to experience the excitement and thrill of participating on a world-wide stage! Most famous among New York’s parades are the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade and the Saint Patrick’s Parade.
New York City Destination Activities. Select to compliment your performing itinerary |
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The Empire State Building. During your visit you will have spectacular views of New York City and the neighboring states of New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts as well as New York. |
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Broadway Shows epitomize the excitement and creativity that is New York. From first run musicals to celebrated long standing shows, choose what will inspire and stimulate your students. Click above to see current shows available. Recommended musicals list, click for show details:
- Anything Goes
- Billy Elliot
- Blue Man Group – Off Broadway
- Chicago
- Follies
- How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
- Jersey Boys
- Mamma Mia
- Mary Poppins
- Memphis
- Million Dollar Quartet – Off Broadway
- My Sinatra
- Porgy and Bess (Opening January 2012)
- Rebecca (Opening April 2012)
- Rent – Off Broadway
- Sister Act — Broadway
- Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark — Broadway
- The Fantasticks
- The Lion King
- The Phantom of the Opera
- Voca People – Off Broadway
- Wicked
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The Museums of New York house examples of humankind’s journey on this planet. From the American Museum of Natural History to the Museum of Modern art, you may choose to bring your students and explore more than they could imagine. Some museums are listed here:
Enjoy a virtual tour of the best of New York’s Museums and exhibits by clicking the links below:
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No visit to New York would be complete without a visit to the Statue of Liberty. Symbolic of the ideals on which our country was founded, the statue’s great size echoes the great hope of the immigrants who came to New York to start their new lives. Ferry to Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the gateway through which more than 12 million immigrants passed between 1892 and 1954 in their search for freedom.
If you choose you may debark at Ellis Island and experience the wonder of the immigrants as they set foot on their new home. Go to the American Family Immigration Center, where you can search Ellis Island's records for your own ancestors. |
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If you've always wanted a behind the scenes view of the workings of NBC Studios, the NBC Studio Tour is a great choice. You'll learn about the history of NBC, as well as have a chance to see the studios used for several shows, including:
- The NBC History Theatre
- The broadcast control room
- Studio 3C where NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams is filmed
- Studio 3K, home to NBC Sports, most famous for its Olympic coverage
- Studio 8H where Saturday Night Live and Last Call with Carson Daly are filmed
- The Mini-Control Room
- The NBC/Panasonic HDTV Theater
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Walking tour of Rockefeller Center, an art deco marvel consisting of 19 commercial buildings covering 11 acres in midtown Manhattan from 49th to 52nd Streets, Fifth to Seventh Avenues, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral |
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Spend some time at what has become hallowed grounds for the next generation, the former site of the World Trade Center. |
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Tour of New York City , including Manhattan, Soho, Chinatown, Little Italy, Wall Street and Strawberry Fields in Central Park, the first public park built in America, and free time for shopping on 5th Avenue.
On Trek trips normally include:
- Professional trip leaders
- Comfortable, quality, hotel accommodations
- Motor coach transportation
- Full breakfast at your hotel
- Evening meals at full service restaurants
- Daily activities designed to fulfill your learning objective
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