Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Apply for spring Visual Arts TRaC

Applications for spring Visual Arts TRaC are now available for eligible high school students at www.high5tix.org/TRaC.

Come together with people from different backgrounds and schools who want to explore the arts and sharpen their critical eye.  Imagine yourself and these 12 peers attending world-class performances, meeting professional artists and critics, and breaking it down in weekly two-hour workshops.  All while improving your writing!

What else will you do in Visual Arts TRaC?

  • Attend at least 5 shows and exhibitions
  • Experience the NYC arts world with behind-the-scenes access
  • Learn from high-profile professional artists and critics
  • Expand your critical writing and dialogue skills
  • Publish reviews read by thousands
  • Meet like-minded peers from all over NY and NJ
  • Master New York City’s public transportation system
  • Discover more about yourself!
ArtsConnection/High 5 partners with the Museum of Arts and Design (a.k.a. the MAD Museum) to bring you the best in the visual arts from around the city.  The Visual Arts TRaC schedule is as follows* (subject to change):

TRaC Kickoff Party, 4:30 - 6:15, March 16

8 Classes on Thursdays @ the MAD Museum 4:30 - 6:30
March 18, March 25, (off March 31 for Winter Break)
April 8, April 15, April 22 (off April 28 for Spring Break)
May 6, May 13, May 20
+ the 5 or 6 exhibition outings TBD

The TRaC Finale, 2:00 - 4:00, May 22


Download a TRaC flier and application today at www.high5tix.org/TRaC.  Or attend our Open House on February 25th to get more information.  Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis.  (Yes, all former TRaC participants may take another TRaC class.  Yes, you must resubmit an application).


Applications are due on March 4th.