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After-school and Before-School Enrichment Programs

Arts in CT is committed to bringing the arts into schools throughout the state of Connecticut. Whether it’s After-school/Before-School, Live Performances, Arts Integration Workshops or Artists in Residency, we are here to provide services in all art forms. We customize programs to meet the needs of your school. We have over 80 different selections to choose from and we cover all eight counties. Book with Arts in CT today!

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Live Performances

Arts in CT provides the perfect opportunity for students who aspire to learn and become better performers on stage. The workshops we offer are designed around the needs of the students as we give them the chance to boost their confidence in front of an audience. If you want your child to learn how to become a great performer, then this is definitely the right platform for them. Check our live performance offerings now!

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Westville Performance Arts Center

Do you want to learn a new skill, but don't know where to start? Do you want to meet other people in the community that share your interests? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Westville Performing Arts Center (WPAC) is the place for you! We offer you the most extensive assortment of family-friendly classes, workshops, after hours socials and performances. We offer classes for Mommy and Me, Preschool, School Aged, Teens, Adults, Senior Adults and Homeschoolers. Check out our schedule and book today!

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ARTS IN CT

Who We Are

Arts in CT is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to bringing the arts into diverse communities and art deserts to help individuals of all ages, abilities, cultures, religions, and socioeconomic backgrounds pursue their creative and artistic dreams.

We design high-quality programs focusing on arts integration education, community empowerment, and workforce development. With over 80 creative programs, we share our talents through a variety of settings. This includes school performances, after-school programs, public libraries, virtual events, summer camps, senior centers, restaurants, and other locations.

What sets us apart from other organizations is we customize our programs to fit your needs and your budget.

We contribute to holistic personal, professional, and community development by creating partnerships between our database of local professional artists, school, libraries, and community centers. We are passionate about providing our communities with opportunities to meet and learn from professionals in different aspects of the arts. The exhilarating pride, resounding happiness, and smiles of joy from our students during our programs indicate the need to do more!

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2022 - 2023 Arts in CT
Home of the Westville
Performing Arts Center

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Enrichment Outreach Programs Catalog

Arts in CT provides both outreach and in-house programs throughout the State of Connecticut. We customize programs according to the needs of each community. This catalog contains the details for the following programs: outreach, after-school, school assemblies, artists in residency, and in-house art course offerings.

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Enrichment Programs for Schools

Arts in CT have artists in your local area to help schools. Live Performances, Afterschool/Before School, Artist in Residency, STEAM Programs and more. We are partnering with our neighborhood schools town by town to integrate the arts to give a supportive advantage to kids. Book your customized programs today.

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Enrichment Programs for Outreach

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WPAC Afterschool Program

Westville Performing Arts Center offers an affordable afterschool program for school ages kids ages 4 and up from 3 pm-5 pm, M-F with a snack, homework help, play, and a variety of arts programs (music, art, theater, photography, and dance) are included. Sign up today!

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Brochure

Arts in CT provides arts programs of all forms with a host of professional artists serving the community. From schools, libraries, homeschoolers, senior centers, and more. We offer a large variety of arts from visual, performance, martial arts, consumer arts, make-up arts, cultural arts, and more. Everything is an art and you need a blueprint to create. Book and customize your program today!

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Events

“Art is never finished, only abandoned.” – Leonardo Da Vinci. “Everything has its beauty, but not everyone sees it.” – Andy Warhol. “If you ask me what I came to do in this world, I, an artist, will answer you: I am here to live out loud.” – Émile Zola. “I dream of painting and then I paint my dream.” – Vincent Van ...

International Food Fest

5-Aug-2023 | 4-5 PM

International Food Fest-Taste of CT

Join us on August 5, 2023, for an unforgettable culinary experience at the International Food Festival, hosted at Arts in CT's Westville Performing Arts Center. Prepare your taste buds for a sensational journey as we bring together 20 of the finest restaurants from across Connecticut, showcasing their delectable offerings under one roof. The International Food Festival promises to be a gastronomic extravaganza, featuring a diverse array of cuisines that will satisfy every palate. From tantalizing Thai curries to mouthwatering Italian pasta, savor the flavors of the world right here in Westville. Immerse yourself in a melting pot of culinary traditions and embark on a culinary adventure unlike any other. Beyond the extraordinary food, the festival offers an exciting atmosphere filled with vibrant energy. Explore the various vendors offering a range of food-related products, from gourmet sauces and spices to artisanal baked goods and confectionery. Discover unique ingredients, kitchen gadgets, and cooking demonstrations that will inspire your own culinary creations. The International Food Festival is a family-friendly event designed to entertain guests of all ages. Engage in fun-filled games and activities that will keep both children and adults entertained throughout the day. Live performances by talented musicians and dancers will grace the stage, adding a lively backdrop to the festivities. Indulge in the flavors, sights, and sounds of the International Food Festival, surrounded by the artsy ambiance of the Westville Performing Arts Center. This event is an ideal opportunity to gather with friends and family, creating lasting memories as you sample mouthwatering dishes from around the world. Whether you're a dedicated foodie or simply enjoy exploring new cuisines, the International Food Festival on August 5, 2023, is an experience not to be missed. Come and join us for a day filled with culinary delights, entertainment, and community spirit. Purchase your tickets now and get ready to embark on a culinary journey like no other.

Westville Performing Arts Center
August 5, 2023 10am-3 PM
351 McKinley Ave. New Haven, CT

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What People Are Saying

Highly recommend! They offer a tom of classes for children, adults, and seniors. There’s art, music, dance, and many other classes available! We go every Saturday. Our children do art, violin, and piano while the parents do contemporary dance.

cannot say enough about Arts in CT! The staff is stellar-- it is amazing watching them transform these young children into performers in a matter of a few weeks. Ms.Barbara, Ms.Jacquie, and Ms.Maxine are patient and kind, yet create a motivating and exciting environment where the children thrive and grow. 2 of my children participated in the most recent show, Annie Jr. and they are still talking about it with big smiles on their faces! One of them has been taking voice lessons with Ms. Barbara and has improved tremendously in just a handful of lessons. Ms.Barbara is very thorough and patient and has a very positive attitude and demeanor when working with my daughter. Both my children have taken to her, as well as the rest of the staff at Arts in CT, and they are excited to continue being a part of this great organization!

The arts program is a wonderful program.They encourage the children to be themselves and use their personalities to bring characters to life !

We just saw the show Annie Jr. It was fabulous, the children did a wonderful job. Top singing and dancing... You could see that the actors were enjoying every moment of their performance. I hope they put it on again soon.

My daughter was in camp this summer and performed in Hairspray. She loved it! They worked on every aspect of the play- singing, dancing, building sets.

The various program offerings are very well received and there's always something to keep children and adults busy! As a Zumba Instructor, partnering with Arts in CT has allowed me to interact, meet new people, and students, and create opportunities for me. Keep up the good work.

We are very appreciative for Arts in CT becoming an early foundation for our daughter who was 5 at the time to have the opportunity to explore her creativity at such a young age. Being able to participate in various productions as she grew older gave her an outlet for self-expression, the ability to connect with peers who had similar interests, and feel open to growing as an individual. As a parent, I advocate for programs such as this because it gives students tools to use on and off stage.

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Outreach Enrichment Program Offerings

WPAC Afterschool Program

Westville Performing Arts Center offers an affordable afterschool program for school ages kids ages K and up from 3 pm-5 pm, M-F with a snack, homework help, play, and a variety of arts programs (music, art, theater, photography, and dance) are included for just $250 per month. Sign up today! .

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Senior Programs

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