The Performing Arts Project | June 7, 2009 - June 18, 2009

The Arts Council of Kern, Inclusion Films and the Kern Regional Center announce the

Performing Arts Project
June 7, 2009 - June 18, 2009
10AM – 2PM
Ages 8 through Young Adult

Building on the track record of Inclusion Film's Burbank-based Practical Film Vocation Program, the Arts Council of Kern's Arts in Education Program, and the Kern Film Workshop, the Performing Arts Project takes participants through a two-week, 40- hour arts experience that culminates in the creation of a film.

During this program, participants will:
♦ Develop an understanding of visual storytelling and the collaborative nature of the performing arts.
♦ Create and direct an individual three-minute short film in addition to being part of a team filmmaking project.
♦ Acquire and apply knowledge in the areas of script development, directing, acting, dancing, set design and production, camera work, lighting and sound, and editing.
♦ Work side by side a team of professional artists, led by veteran filmmaker, Joey Travolta.

Who should apply:
Those seeking to explore careers in filmmaking and technical theatre. Those needing to participate in a vocational skills assessment process. Those desiring to transition into long-term arts-related vocational training programs. Students seeking community service credit.

The Performing Arts Project will be held in downtown Bakersfield. Cost per participant is $1300. Some scholarships are available.
Individuals interested in participating should contact Jill Egland, Director of Special Projects, the Arts Council of Kern, at 661-324-9000 or jegland@gmail.com for more information.

The Arts Council of Kern is a KRC vendor (#PK3713).