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Arts @ Large welcomes both teachers and community artist educators to this year's 2-day "Social Change and the Arts" Summer Institute featuring various presenters and workshops, all with a message of change.

Day One (@ Turner Hall, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.)

-"Rhythmic Uprising" movie screening and talk-back with Director Benjamin Watkins

See and discuss Rhythmic Uprising, the documentary about Arts Education organizations in Brazil and how these organizations have used the arts and creativity to revolt against oppressive circumstances.

-The Legend of the Ibejis: Dissection of a Youth-led Digital Video Production

Benjamin Watkins will dissect Brazilian youth-led, digital video production piece-by-piece to help attendees grasp the work flow and understand the importance of identifying the right script for a project. 

-Revolution, Revolution, Dance

Milwaukee's Nago Capoeria Club will teach participants this Afro-Brazilian art form that combines elements of martial arts, music, and dance.


Day Two (@ Milwaukee Art Museum, 10:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.)
-Tour of To Speculate Darkly Exhibit by Theaster Gates

In this exhibition, contemporary Chicago-based artist Theaster Gates Jr. explores the history and legacy of Dave Drake (also known as Dave the Potter).

-Word is Bond Poetry and Pottery Workshop

This two-part workshop includes a poetry and pottery workshop in which the participants will inscribe their poetry into their clay pots much like Dave the Potter.

-Milwaukee Civil Rights: From Fair Housing to Segregation

Margaret Rozga-poet, activist and widow of Father James Groppi, and Shirley Butler Derge-author, educator and former lead member of the NAACP youth council, will explore the history of the Civil Rights Uprising in Milwaukee through the use of theatre and group dialogue.

-March on Milwaukee: Virtual Museum

This brand new online virtual museum will take participants through a virtual tour of the Civil Rights Movement in Milwaukee and give tips on how this important resource can be used in the classroom and community.

Monday, July 19th @ Turner Hall (1034 North 4th Street) and Tuesday, July 20th @ Milwaukee Art Museum (700 N. Art Museum Drive). Because space is limited, attendance is required at both dates.

CLICK HERE for more information and to register!