FAQ
Outlined below are frequent questions about how to incorporate the performing arts successfully.
Q. I’m a faculty member in the Division of Creative Arts, how do I choose a performance?
A. Start by looking at the 2009-10 Tri-C Presents Season included in this information or on our website or http://www.youtube.com/user/TriCPresents
If you teach a performing arts (music, dance, theatre) we present from all of those genres. Find a performance you would like students to see and incorporate the performance into the syllabus so students can prepare for the date.
Next, fill out a request for complementary tickets from the Curriculum Connections Fund. Then create an assignment or activity for the students such as a) have students write a review of the piece or b) discuss the production values (costumes, lights, sound).
Q. I’m a faculty member in the Division of Creative arts, but I don’t teach a performing art– how do I make a connection?
A. No problem! Artists in the performing arts often explore themes or ideas at the core of their work. Found in the descriptions of the event, the connections to journalism, composition, and aesthetics are often embedded in the presentation. Check out the worksheets incorporated in this document for ideas on assignments for students.
Q. I like to plan far in advance for my classes, when does information about your performances come out?
A. We like to plan ahead too! The season brochures mailed and available to download by mid August. Future plans include announcing the upcoming season at the end of the previous season in May, which would give faculty time to plan for the offerings the next academic year.
Q. I teach in the summer, does that mean there is nothing for my students to see?
A. While the Tri-C Presents season runs September-May there are many opportunities from partnering arts organizations that have many events in the summer. Take a look at the organizations included in the packet and visit their websites.
Q. How do I receive the free tickets for Tri-C Presents performances?
A. We received a grant from the Kulas Fund to provide tickets at no cost to faculty and their students to attend a Tri-C Presents performance. Tickets are available to faculty to bring up to 30 students to a performance. Enclosed are directions and the form on how to receive your tickets or contact Laura Kendall at laura.kendall@tri-c.edu.
Q. How do I receive the free tickets to other organizations?
A. Fill out a request form for tickets to the Great Lakes Theatre Festival, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and the Museum of Contemporary Arts. These free tickets are available to Tri-C faculty and students if arranged through the Division of Creative Arts. Contact Laura Kendall at laura.kendall@tri-c.edu for more info.
Q. What if the performance isn’t a partnership organization and I can pay for tickets – how do I get the best rate?
A. Give us a call! The Tri-C Presents staff has excellent relationships with all the performing arts organizations in the city. We can request discounted tickets on your behalf and help organize your visit. In this document is a list of community organizations you can choose to work with. However, Curriculum Connection funds are not available for outside performances and we cannot reimburse you for expenses.
Q. I cannot require my students to attend a performance, how do I get them there?
A. Now more than ever, time is precious. And we understand there are huge obstacles students must work through to attend a performance outside of class time from arranging for child care to scheduling. Therefore it is essential that the performance is scheduled into the syllabus right alongside the reading requirements and tests. Having it listed allows ample time for students to prepare for the trip. We can provide maps and details about parking, what to wear, what to expect etc. In addition, you can split up the class and offer several performance choices. Giving students an opportunity to attend several different performances relieves the stress of the ‘one shot deal’.
Q. I teach during the day so it is hard to work in a performance at night. What are my options?
A. Try our Showtime at High Noon performances! These presentations are one hour weekday occurrences during the lunch hour at either PlayhouseSquare or on campus. Best of all, they are FREE to the community. The performance is 45 minutes followed by a Question and Answer with the artists. Contact Dorothy Hirsch x4940 to reserve seats.
Q. I want students to have a deeper experience with the performing arts, any suggestions?
A. We can arrange for a Tri-C Presents staff member to visit your class and give a mini-presentation on the art form, artist or topic. In addition, we can arrange to have students visit the venue and get a tour of the facility. We are open to your ideas and suggestions on how to work together.
Q. Where are you located?
A. The Tri-C Presents office is located in the Center for Creative Arts building on Metro Campus.
Q. Who do I contact?
A. Contact Laura Kendall, Director of Arts Programming for Tri-C presents (216) 987-4193 or laura.kendall@tri-c.edu or Dorothy Hirsch (216) 987-4940 or dorothy.hirsch@tri-c.edu