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SUMMARY:Workshop / Seminar:Creative Writing & Choreography
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, Kara Roseborough will lead participants in exercises that integrate both creative writing and dance choreography. Participants will explore the interplay between movement and text. Through a series of structured prompts and exercises\, participants will develop both written and choreographic material. Participants will develop material independently and collaboratively with prompts to guide the creative process. There will also be an opportunity to share and film work. This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in exploring the dynamic relationship between writing and dance. While encouraged no prior dance experience is required\, just an interest in moving in creative ways! Comfortable clothing is highly recommended.\n\nKara Roseborough (MFA 24\, Dance at the School of Music\, Theater\, and Dance) is a multi-disciplinary dance artist and one of three master’s degree-level residents chosen for the 2024 Creative Careers Residency at the Arts Initiative. During her residency\, Kara will develop a Motown ballet ‘La Vie en Rose\,’ which chronicles the journey of a small-town Black waitress with dreams of dancing in New York City. The piece examines issues of race and gender as they pertain to an artist’s journey and incorporate the history of Black people in southeast Michigan. \n\nRSVP needed: http://creativewritingchoreo.rsvpify.com \nMaximum number of participants: 15\nThe workshop includes both writing and movement exercises. Participants with specific mobility needs are encouraged to email Félix Zamora-Gómez (felixzg@umich.edu) in advance for accommodations.\n\nAre you attending one of these workshops? You can submit your work for our Take Care Student Exhibition.\nMore info and submission form here: https://artsinitiative.slideroom.com/#/login/program/79201\n\n•••\n\nThe Arts Initiative\, in partnership with Wolverine Wellness\, is launching a series of free art-making workshops for the Take Care AY 2024-25 focus. These workshops are an opportunity to create art\, brush up on dance techniques\, and other artistic forms. No prior experience required. Led by local and regional artists\, the workshops are open to the entire U-M and local community. All supplies necessary will be provided at the workshop.
UID:124507-21853120@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/124507
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Dance,Art,Writing,Well-being,Take Care,Free
LOCATION:Michigan League - Vandenberg Room
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DTSTAMP:20250414T011502
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SUMMARY:Exhibition:Discovery Demo: How to Become a Fossil
DESCRIPTION:Explore how fossils form and what parts of animals can become fossilized. How old are the earliest fossils? How old does something have to be before it is considered a fossil? You’ll touch some real fossils\, learn the different types of fossil evidence\, and discover what is necessary to become a fossil. Finally\, we’ll discuss what kinds of things fossils can tell us\, and how fossil casts are made in the museum.\n\nSpecial demos on February 15 and 16.
UID:125523-21859532@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/125523
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:natural history museum,Museum,Exhibition
LOCATION:Museum of Natural History
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DTSTAMP:20241021T095047
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241102T140000
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SUMMARY:Other:Read and Look | The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome
DESCRIPTION:Leaning into our semester-long focus on the Roman Empire\, our November “Read and Look” session concentrates on the Romans for our littlest audience (recommended for ages 4–8)!\n\nDiscover the art\, inventions\, and history of ancient Rome with *The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Rome*\, written by Stella Caldwell with illustrations by Eugenia Nobati. Perfect for history enthusiasts of all ages\, this beautifully illustrated book takes readers on a journey across the Roman Empire through dozens of iconic artifacts\; stories of gladiator battles and chariot races\; and tales of myth\, monsters\, magic\, and more. Afterward\, we’ll explore the Kelsey Museum’s Roman galleries to see if we can spot some of the objects\, people\, and themes discussed in the book. \n\nThis event is free and open to all visitors. If you have any questions or concerns regarding accessing this event\, please visit our accessibility page at https://myumi.ch/zwPkd or contact the education office by calling (734) 647-4167. We ask for advance notice as some accommodations may require more time for the university to arrange.
UID:128104-21860186@events.umich.edu
URL:https://events.umich.edu/event/128104
CLASS:PUBLIC
STATUS:CONFIRMED
CATEGORIES:Tour,Storytelling,Museum,Free,Family,Children,Ancient Rome
LOCATION:Kelsey Museum of Archaeology
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