Assembly
programs are live performances for PreK-12 grade audiences that are available through YA in a variety of mediums from traditional dance to film making. Book your assembly program today!
Assembly programs:
Are a wonderful way to introduce students to an artistic
discipline and culture
Are 45 minutes in
length and have a maximum audience size of 250 students unless otherwise specified
Have been developed in compliance with the Maryland
Essential Learner Outcomes for the Fine Arts
Naturally connect to different areas of the curricula, and these connections can be deepened through the use of our Teacher Guides. (View sample teacher guide.)
To
Schedule an Assembly Program: Call 410.837.7577 ext. 15 or download,
complete, and email this form to donna@yamd.org.
Note: Mileage, if applicable, will be calculated at the time of booking.
For
a complete program description, including curriculum connections,
please use our searchable database.
DANCE ASSEMBLIES Artist with this symbol (k) are Maryland State Arts Council
(MSAC)
approved. MSAC funding may be available.
kBallet Theatre of Maryland
An American Journey Through Dance BTM takes students on an interactive journey to experience the impact of cultural diversity on the evolution of American Ballet. Students will experience the impact that the Irish, African-American, Latino, and Native American cultures have had on classical dance. Students will also see how classical dance can be used as a means of expressing the rhythms or capturing the history of a culture. Grade Level: K-5; 6-8
Fee: Single Program - $825; Back-to-Back Program - $1,165
Medieval Festival This 20-minute demonstration of traditional medieval dance includes a pas de deux from the production of “Excalibur,” a combat scene and costumes of the period. Students will then visit stations to participate in stage combat, dance, and customs of the period.
Grade Level: 1-5; 6-8
Fee: Single Program - $825; Back-to-Back Program - $1,165
Romeo & Juliet Renaissance Festival BTM brings this Shakespearean Tragedy to life by presenting choreographed scenes from this literary drama. Through hands-on participation, students will experience how literature, drama, history, classical dance, music, fencing, theatrical combat, and costume design can be linked together to transform a Shakespearean play into the classical dance language – a language more powerful than words. Grade Level: 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $825; Back-to-Back Program - $1,165
kDishiBem Traditional Contemporary Dance Group
Origins: From West Africa to Hip Hop DishiBem (pronounced dee-shee-bem//translation: writing peace) consists of four acclaimed professional dancers and musicians who will take your students on a musical journey from the origins of music in West Africa to modern day Hip Hop. Their vibrant and interactive program connects history to present day and impresses upon students the power of music as a positive tool of communication and self-expression through songs, dances, instruments, and music. Grade Level: K-12
Program Fee: Single - $850; Back-to-Back - $1,150
kMaria Broom and Jali-D
Songs and Stories for Little Old Children Maria and Jali-D, the “Drum Talker,” use stories, music, and dance to teach character and values. Students will listen to stories while learning the importance of sharing, the impact of greed, and the practice of power, strength, wisdom, and beauty. Chanting, dancing, and singing songs like “IFETAYO, Love Brings Happiness” are all part of this inspiring, interactive program. Grade Level: PreK-5
Fee: Single Program - $775; Back-to-Back Program - $975
Rappercussion and Story Discussion Maria and Jali-D, the “Drum Talker,” use theatrical storytelling, make-you-move music, and ethnic style dancing to teach character and values to young adults. This program appeals to the ‘cool’ in adolescents while sparking their childlike appreciation of a good story well told. Maria presents her stories in a way that gives teenagers something to think about and Jali-D immediately captures minds and hearts with his positive rapping and hip-hop African-flavored drumming. Grade Level: 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $775; Back-to-Back Program - $975
kfootworks percussive dance ensemble
Keeping the Beat: Contemporary American Traditional Dance Footworks conveys the joy of dance while illuminating the historical and multicultural perspectives of different American percussive dances. The program includes live fiddle music, American clogging and hambone, call-and-answer songs and rhythms, as well as the French Canadian stepdance, and South African bootdance. Footworks specializes in performing and teaching the music and dance that developed across the continent from African-American, Celtic, and Native American cultural traditions still found in Southern Appalachia.
A wooden performing surface is preferred if available. Grade Level: K-5; 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $850
Back-to-Back Program - $1,115
Illstyle & peace productions
The History of Hip-Hop This high-energy program brings the history of hip-hop dance to life. The company shares this history through interactive lecture, jaw-dropping dance, and a compelling Q&A session. Students will learn about the positive aspects of hip-hop art and culture, the technical elements of this dance form, and how the dance has evolved over time. DJing, the Human Beat-Box, and the MC are only a few elements covered. Grade Level: K-5; 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $850; Back-to-Back Program - $1,150
kAnna Menendez
La Fiesta del Baile Anna Menendez will engage students in her masterful performance of Spanish dance, while exposing them to the concept of how rhythm expresses emotions. Students will learn some basic Spanish vocabulary, use their map skills to locate and identify various Spanish-speaking countries, and gain an appreciation of Spanish culture and traditional dance.
A wooden floor is required for this performance.
Grade Level: 1-5; 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $350; Back-to-Back Program - $525
kLakshmi Swaminathan
The Rhythms of India Arriving in stunning costume, Lakshmi introduces students to her native India and the different forms of Bharatanatyam (South Indian Classical dance). Lakshmi gracefully integrates dance with storytelling in order to convey the rich imagery embedded in her art form. She blends facial expressions and movements to bring interpretive traditional and common folk dance to life. Grade Level: K-5; 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $500; Back-to-Back Program - $675
Urgeworks Touring artist/Limited availability
Be You These dancers use street dance, rhythm, poetry, and drama to teach the positive aspects and history of the hip-hop culture. The inspirational young men of Urgeworks – formerly considered at-risk themselves – found focus through hip-hop and are now working as professional artists. They take students on an exciting journey that encourages individuality and self-confidence. Grade Level: K-5; 6-8; 9-12
Fee: Single Program - $725; Back-to-Back Program - $1,000
The Mathematics of Hip-Hop The Mathematics of Hip-Hop explores the role that math and numbers play in the elements of hip-hop, reinforcing everyday mathematical concepts and VSC standards. Grade Level: 1-5
Fee: Single Program - $725; Back-to-Back Program - $1,000
