Education
As a cultural anchor for a thriving, dynamic and diverse 21st-century Denver, the Newman Center provides programming and educational opportunities for students of all ages, in addition to a robust professional development program for K-12 teachers. During the 2022-2023 season alone, the Newman Center served over 5,000 K-12 students (50% title 1 schools served) and 220 teachers and DU community members through our student matinee series, master class workshops, Musical Explorers program and professional development programs. Newman Center educational programming is committed to equity in arts education, providing experiences that both mirror students’ lives and open windows to new cultures and ideas.
Educational Programming
Musical Explorers
In partnership with Carnegie Hall’s Weill Music Institute (NYC), the innovative Musical Explorers program features an extensive in-class curriculum throughout the school year leading up to an interactive free performance for second graders at the Newman Center. Funding for this program is supported by Denver Arts & Venues through the Denver Music Advancement Fund.
Student Matinee Series
The popular four-show student matinee series features low-cost performances with world-class artists from our Presents series paired with an in-class curriculum that integrates music, dance, social-emotional learning, and core subjects through the lens of the artists featured on the series.
Master Classes
The Newman Center provides educational and professional master classes for the DU and Denver community at large with many of our Presents series artists.