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Suite 275
Salem OR 97301

EDUCATION

The participating groups of ArtSmart are committed to further arts education. Student ticket prices and programs are offered by many of the groups. For more information about a specific program, please visit the group's website or email info@artsmartsalem.org

Artists in Action-
A network of artists creating stronger ties with each other and with the communities of the Salem area. Members share their achievements, ideas, inspirations and opportunities for artists to develop, show and/or sell their work. Members participate in a variety of activities in the community to ensure art becomes a visible part of community life. For further information visit www.artistsinaction.com

Children's Education Theatre-
Theatre arts (performance & stage craft) for students in grades 4-12. Participation includes both classes and being in a play or musical. The program takes place at
South Salem High School and lasts for five weeks. Cost of the program is $425. For further information visit www.childrensedtheatre.org

CWERKS Interactive Theatre-
CWERKS has interactive plays and programs to enhance a school’s curriculum, a library’s reading club, or a city’s festival. Most of their plays are based on well-known fables and fairy tales, and their assembly programs develop skills or further the learning of tales and myths. CWERKS can also provide a variety of classes, workshops, and residencies. Occasionally, CWERKS will hold public classes. For further information and to view our calendar of upcoming performances, please visit www.cwerks.com or call (503) 999-1196

Keizer Art Association-
Located in the Keizer Heritage Building, the Keizer Art Association offers a variety of classes for adults and children. For more information about current classes, click here, or email keizercreative@gmail.com

Oregon Symphony Association in Salem-
Oregon Symphony concerts in Salem have a $5 student ticket rate (any student, any age, with valid student ID) for any available seat. Tickets can be purchased ONLY at the box office the night of the concert at the concert venue. Box office opens at 7:00 pm, concerts begin at 8:00 pm. Groups organized through the schools are invited to pre-order tickets with pre-payment and accompanying order form. For additional educational programs, click here. For concert information and venue: www.orsymphonysalem.org

Pentacle Theatre-
Student discount of $1.50 off advanced purchase reserved seat tickets and 1/2 price for student tickets purchased at the door. The Thursday night prior to the opening night of a show run is student night and is free to student groups...Reservations Required. For student night reservations, please call Kluane Baer at (503) 589-1692 for other information regarding Pentacle Theatre visit www.pentacletheatre.org

Willamette Girlchoir-
A private choral program for girls age 6-18. WGC provides additional musical education to support school choral programs. The program takes place at 600 State St in Salem. For further information, visit www.willamettegirlchoir.org

 

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A comprehensive look at the educational programs offered by area arts and cultural groups.

March Education Events

Saturday, March 13
Vernon L. Wiscarson Young Musician's Competition
Oregon Symphony Association in Salem
Colored Pencil Workshop 9:30am
Keizer Art Association

Saturdays, March 13-May 22
Youth Theatre Classes (grades 1-5)
Salem Keizer Interactive Theatre

Mondays, March 15-May 24
Youth Theatre Classes (grades 6-12)
Salem Keizer Interactive Theatre

Thursday, March 18
Plein Air Painting 10am
Keizer Art Association
Faux Leather Cover Journal 10am
Keizer Art Association

Sunday, March 21
Woodcarving Workshop 9am
Keizer Art Association

Tuesday, March 23
Magic of Maps 11am
Mission Mill Museum

Wednesday, March 24
Cookin' on the Trail 11am
Mission Mill Museum

Thursday, March 25
Paper Bag Book10am
Keizer Art Association
The Playful Past 11am
Mission Mill Museum

Upcoming Education Events