UPSTREAM ARTS BLOG
News, reflections, announcements, and more!
Join us for The Art of Me performance with Partnership Resources
Join us for The Art of Me, a multidisciplinary performance co-created by Upstream Arts and Partnership Resources, Inc. Drawing on structured improvisations from Upstream Arts classes, the show features creative contributions of artists with disabilities from the PRI...
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Gratitude & The Work Ahead – June 2019
A huge thank you to our incredible community of supporters! Because of you, more students are learning vital social skills; more teachers are learning creative strategies for engagement; more individuals with disabilities are making more choices for themselves; more...
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One-week Upstream Arts Summer Camps with Eden Prairie Parks and Rec – August
Join Upstream Arts for the second of two summer camps, each a week long, in collaboration with Eden Prairie Parks and Rec. The Art Voice and Choice Summer Camp This camp focuses on leading the group through collaborative arts activities — including acting, music,...
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One-week Upstream Arts Summer Camps with Eden Prairie Parks and Rec – July
Join Upstream Arts for the first of two summer camps, each a week long, in collaboration with Eden Prairie Parks and Rec. The Art of Social Skills Summer Camp This camp focuses on developing social, emotional and communication skills vital to success in school, work...
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Join us for a Collaborative Celebration and Performance with Highland Friendship Club
Join us in celebrating the 29th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with Highland Friendship Club in a collaborative performance and reception! Members of Highland Friendship Club will showcase their creations and talents through theater, music,...
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The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To – Recap and Gratitude!
On Monday, May 20, 2019, members of the Upstream Arts community celebrated voice and choice at our annual event, The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To at Bauhaus Brew Labs. As this is our self-declared Year of Voice and Choice, we celebrated all of the ways we...
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How to Get There- Directions to The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
We're excited to see you at The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To on Monday, May 20 at Bauhaus Brew Labs! Below is detailed information on how to get to the event and where to park. ADDRESS 1315 Tyler St NE Minneapolis, MN 55413 (Click here to see the location on...
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Thank you to the incredible Sponsors of The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To!
We're honored by the incredible support of our sponsors, whose generosity ensures that The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To remains completely free of charge and fully accessible! Because of commitment of these amazing partners, anyone can attend the annual...
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Express – The Emotion Prize Wall at The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
As we celebrate Voice and Choice this year at our annual event, we will have myriad ways to express ourselves and make choices, such as the Emotion Prize Wall. Don't forget to bring your cash; in addition to the many free activities, this pay-to-play game guarantees...
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Explore: a Social Skills Safari at The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
We're thrilled to celebrate with you, our community, on Monday, May 20 for The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To at Bauhaus Brew Labs. We'll be sharing fun, food, and a plethora of Upstream Arts activities. (If you haven't RSVPed yet, be sure to register for a free...
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Play to Win: A Game of Heads or Tails at The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
What if we said that by making the simple choice of heads vs. tails, you could win a summer packed with adventure? Well, it's true. For $10 and a little luck, you could be enjoying a great meal at W.A. Frost, followed by a show at the Orpheum! Then the next weekend...
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A Carnival of Options: What to do at The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
This year's annual celebration and fundraiser is an opportunity to immerse yourself in Upstream Arts activities. If you've ever wondered what "Emotion Statues" or "Flock of Birds" are, or how we write a collaborative poem that includes everyone's voice, The Art of We:...
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Join us for The Art of Social Skills with the Levine JCC in Charlotte, NC
Upstream Arts and the Levine Jewish Community Center Cultural Arts Department present The Art of Social Skills for Ages 8 to Adult Upstream Arts and the Levine JCC are pleased to present The Art of Social Skills. Learn how the arts can help you explore creative and...
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Join us for The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
Join Upstream Arts as we revel in the Year of Voice and Choice, gathering our community to celebrate and raise funds for another year of innovative work at the intersection of art, disability, and learning. WHEN Monday, May 20, 2019 6-9pm | Program at 7pm WHERE...
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Recap: The Art of Me with Merrick
Artists from Upstream Arts and Merrick collaborated on an original Art of Me performance on Thursday, February 28 at 4pm. After 18 weeks or working together, building ensemble, experimenting in the creative process, and expressing who they are through multiple...
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Call for In-Kind Donations for The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
Promote your business and support Upstream Arts at the same time! Donate goods or services to our annual celebration, introduce yourself to our community, and ensure that the event remains free and fully accessible to the entire public. We are currently seeking...
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Welcome to the Year of Voice and Choice: 12 residencies, trainings and a convening
The Art of Voice and Choice Initiative Upstream Arts is launching The Art of Voice and Choice, a creative response to the changing disability landscape. As recent legislative changes impact individuals with disabilities and the service providers who support them, we...
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Save the Date – The Art of We: Can Dance If We Want To
Save the date! On Monday, May 20, 2019, Upstream Arts is excited to gather together our community of program participants, partners, artists, and supporters to celebrate another year of amplifying and activating voice and choice while raising funds for the next year...
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