#arts-education

#arts-education

"And arts programming is really important for imaginative life," Taylor said.

During National Young Audiences Arts of Learning Week, we recognize the incredible power and inspirations that the arts' has on our young people across the country.

"Unfortunately, just like so many others, we were hit very hard after COVID for a variety of things, and we just weren't in a position to make it work financially anymore."

"I have had the unique opportunity to witness Kikau's growth from a performer in his youth to his blossoming career as an arts educator, teacher and director," Hauge said in a release. "I'm confident that Kikau and (managing Director) Dana (Zell) are the right team to create the next successful chapters of CMT's history."

Nadia Brooks emphasizes the importance of platforms like the oratorical competition for young artists, stating it helps youth share their stories and develop their talents.

Jeanette Harrison's new Native Theater Project aims to celebrate Native voices through Native stories, enhancing cultural competency in American theatre and supporting storytelling sovereignty.

The Fabian Society's report advocates for children to spend at least 10% of their school week on arts to reverse the decline in arts within education.

"We'd like to see a primary, secondary and tertiary education system that values STEM, the arts and humanities in equal measure," says Samuel Mitchell, partnerships manager at project partner Central Saint Martins.