Founded in 2014 in Houston, TX The mission of Gordon Education is to make performing arts education free, fun and accessible for all kids. And, to use the power of the arts to: ● Improve the learning impact of educational curriculum ● Promote diversity and understanding ● Cultivate creative expression Mission and History When arts are missing in school, Gordon Education fills the gap. Mission: Empowering young voices through the art of filmmaking. Executive Director, Dan Gordon, knew first-hand that youth are more engaged when they learn through the arts, s o he launched Gordon Education in 2014 so every student could have the opportunity for arts education no matter income status or geographic location. Kathy Starr, with a professional background in education and heart towards the towards the arts, enthusiastically came on board as a full-time General Manager. Together, they run the daily operations of the nonprofit. With the same educational goals, Houston Public Media and the Houston Independent School District teamed up with Gordon Education to produce Take the Stage. All three entities work together to make Take the Stage a nationally recognized series trusted by parents and adored by kids. The premiere of the pilot episode was hosted by Lauren Anderson, the first African-American ballet dancer to become a principal dancer of a major dance company alongside Chester Pitts, media personality and celebrity football player from the Houston Texans. Take the Stage Premiere in 2015 at the Children's museum. Take the Stage Early Beginnings Watch the pilot episode here Ballet and Ballers The Houston Ballet teamed up with Gordon Education in 2015-2016 to produce a series of how-to ballet videos featuring Chester Pitts (NFL) and Patrick Beverley (NBA). This arts and sports collaboration was produced to make ballet accessible and fun for all kids, especially boys who have less exposure to ballet. Every Take the Stage video is infused with young talent from the local community. Here, the choir students from Parker Elementary added their singing to a Take the Stage video that teaches about prepositions. Community Talent Friends from Sesame Street Carol-Lynn Parente, the former Executive Producer of Sesame Street, traveled to Houston to help produce Take the Stage episodes in 2017. With her nearly 30 years of experience at Sesame Street and with support from Houston Public Media, she helped write and direct 12 educational videos which launched on PBS LearningMedia in 2019. Carol-Lynn provides directorial guidance, script edits, production support, and generously shares her wisdom and joy of educational media with everyone on the team. Carol-Lynn once again teamed up with Take the Stage to produce a new season of Take the Stage episodes in 2021-2022. Kids Advisory Board An Advisory Board composed of a diverse group of Houston-area kids and teens meets periodically throughout the year and frequently during the script-writing process to advise and provide edits on Take the Stage educational content. This youth-led board is essential to the development of all Take the Stage media as many of their editorial suggestions are implemented into the videos that are used in thousands of classrooms. Research Study with 400+ Students Allison Caplovitz, Ph.D. (formally of Blues Clues), led an extensive research study in 24 Houston ISD classrooms to test Take the Stage Media with over 400 students in grades K-5 to ensure that Take the Stage media was effective in increasing academic comprehension. (Research study available upon request) Take the Stage Professional Developments for teachers were launched in 2018 in the Houston-area. These accredited PD’s are free to attend and led by HoustonISD teachers who already use Take the Stage in their classrooms. At these sessions, teacher attendees not only receive training on how to integrate Take the Stage media into their lessons, but they also learn techniques on how to implement arts activities into any type of curriculum. At the end of the professional development sessions, the attendees devise an original lesson plan pairing arts activities with their own academic curriculum whether it is language arts, social studies, math, or science. Debut on PBS LearningMedia In 2019, Take the Stage launched on PBS LearningMedia which greatly increased accessibility to schools all across the country. Elementary teachers use Take the Stage on this trusted platform to teach curriculum standards in both English and Spanish In January 2021, Take the Stage launched two videos on Hellosaurus, which is a new educational online platform that increases the level of interactivity with the viewer. In 2021, Take the Stage produced a second season of 12 bilingual educational episodes with the collaboration from Carol-Lynn Parente, Houston Public Media, HoustonISD, educational specialists, Wharton Dual Language Academy, and South Coast Media. This media launched on PBS LearningMedia in 2022. Inspiring Students 2022, marked the year when Gordon Education took their successes from PBS and brought it straight to classrooms across Houston by teaching filmmaking to students in 3rd-12th grade. This immersive class teaches students to create their own media from concept to premiere. Now, Gordon Education has over five teaching artists working in Houston schools. The addition of filmmaking residencies marked the beginning of a new era for the nonprofit as it deepens its community impact. Gordon Education has taught filmmaking at Wharton Dual Language Academy, Meyerland Middle School, Silambam Houston, River Oaks Baptist School, Gateway Academy, Harris County Juvenile Probation Department, and the list continues to grow! Supporting Teachers Gordon Education supports teachers by providing professional development sessions on integrating the arts into all subjects led by veteran elementary teacher and science specialist, Denise Conway. PD Session: "Take the Stage in the Classroom: Using the Arts to Teach the TEKS" ● Philosophy of Take the Stage arts media and results of data study, group demonstrations on how to utilize Take the Stage media and best practices. ● Q & A with elementary teachers who have already used Take the Stage media successfully in their classrooms. ● Group brainstorming session for teachers to pair fine arts curriculum with academic curriculum ● Break-out groups divided by grade level to create an original lesson plan by integrating the fine arts curriculum into specific academic curriculum. Take the Stage won a Platinum Remi award in 2016 from WorldFest Houston for the production of "Take the Stage Kids visit the Houston Ballet". Gordon Education is a Mid-America Arts Alliance, ENGAGE program recipient, 2018-2020 (funded through the Houston Endowment). Mid-America Non-profit Mentor: Brian Crockett

Filmmaking classes teach students the skills of filmmaking which includes brainstorming initial concepts, outlining, scriptwriting, storyboarding, camera operation, lighting, green screen editing, and final premiere. Students are active participants in every aspect of the creation process. Bienvenido a Gordon Education Initiatives para las artes escénicas Educando a los niños a través de las artes. Book your residency now Wharton Afterschool Sign up 2026 Wharton Registration Form Esta es su página Acerca de. Este espacio es una gran oportunidad para brindar información completa sobre quién es usted, qué hace y qué tiene para ofrecer su sitio. Tus usuarios están realmente interesados en aprender más sobre ti, así que no tengas miedo de compartir anécdotas personales para crear una calidad más amigable. Cada sitio web tiene una historia y sus visitantes quieren escuchar la suya. Este espacio es una gran oportunidad para brindar cualquier dato personal que quieras compartir con tus seguidores. Incluye anécdotas y hechos interesantes para mantener a los lectores interesados. Haga doble clic en el cuadro de texto para comenzar a editar su contenido y asegúrese de agregar todos los detalles relevantes que desea que los visitantes del sitio conozcan. Si tienes una empresa, habla sobre cómo empezaste y comparte tu trayectoria profesional. Explique sus valores fundamentales, su compromiso con los clientes y cómo se destaca entre la multitud. Agregue una foto, una galería o un video para lograr aún más participación. The Filmmaking Residency With media accessible at every student's fingertips in this tech-driven age, this residency provides a fun, thoughtful, and practical approach for children who desire to create their own media content. The thematic topics of the student films are relatable, topical, sometimes serious, and often hilarious. On the final day, the class has a screening of the films with a question & answer format featuring the young filmmakers. Parents, invited guests and the school community is invited. Filmmaking residencies to choose from: Narrative Fiction Documentary Production Music Video Production Historical Reenactment Spanish Language Sketch Comedy Podcast and Radio Play 10-12 one-hour classes per residency All film residencies are aligned with academic and arts curriculum standards Affordable Access: Funding options can be combined with grant opportunities. Engaging Content: Our residencies are designed to captivate young minds. Nurturing Creativity: We foster creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking skills that build lifelong ingenuity. Supportive Community: We instill inclusive values to build understanding and trust. Educational Partners: Wharton Dual Language Academy, Reynolds Elementary School, Fondren Elementary School, Shearn Elementary School, Attucks Middle School, Holland Middle School, Young Women's College Preparatory Academy, Young Women's Leadership Academy, Gateway Academy, River Oaks Baptist School, Silambam Houston, Heritage Society, St. Stephen's Episcopal, and Asia Society Texas Center. Meet Our Teachers Our Filmmaking Residencies program features a dedicated team of talented professionals, devoted to equipping our students with the knowledge and skills essential for success in the continually evolving film industry. Our team comprises experts in diverse filmmaking domains, including directing, producing, and writing. Their experience enables us to offer a comprehensive and all-encompassing curriculum. Explore their bios below to delve into their backgrounds and extensive expertise. Ashley Jones Art Director Dan Gordon Executive Director and Teaching Artist About Me Don Francis Tech Lead Gladys Ortiz Education Manager and Teaching Artist About Me Alexa Young Product Manager Bri Guerrero Teaching Artist About Me Robert Rose Product Designer Johnny Maloney Teaching Artist About Me Ashley Jones Art Director Deante' Gray Teaching Artist About Me Link to Residency Email: info@misitio.com Reserva una residencia cinematográfica Teléfono: 123-456-7890 Primer nombre Apellido Correo electrónico School Name Nivel de grado Duración deseada para la residencia Háganos saber si usted tiene alguna pregunta: ¡Gracias por enviar! Enviar

Founded in 2014 in Houston, TX The mission of Gordon Education is to make performing arts education free, fun and accessible for all kids. And, to use the power of the arts to: ● Improve the learning impact of educational curriculum ● Promote diversity and understanding ● Cultivate creative expression Mission and History Mission: Empowering young voices through the art of filmmaking. Vision: Gordon Education imagines a world where every child has the agency to express their creative ideas and the ability to use their voice with bravery and confidence. Why the Puffin? Puffins, like young imaginations, are full of surprises. They're quirky, adventurous, and determined—just like the students we serve. They remind us to stay curious and keep flying toward new creative heights. Core values: 1) Creative Voice In a world that doesn’t always encourage individuality and “free thinkers”, we believe creativity is a young person’s greatest asset. We encourage young people to find their creative voice so they can stand out, show up, and change the world. 2) Inclusion No matter what color, religion, background, identity, ability, every young person has a place in our programs. We are all human, and that’s our common thread. 3) Social Justice The world is rapidly changing and we believe that young people deserve a seat at the table to advocate for their future. In our programs, we listen to the social and environmental issues kids care most about and we help them develop their vision through a piece of art that they feel proud to share. 4) Play The essence of being a child is play - that ability to imagine we could be or do anything on planet earth and beyond. In our programs, play is paramount. With play, there are constant discoveries and endless possibilities. Our History Executive Director, Dan Gordon, knew first-hand that youth are more engaged when they learn through the arts, s o he launched Gordon Education in 2014 so every student could have the opportunity for arts education no matter income status or geographic location. Kathy Starr, with a professional background in education and heart towards the towards the arts, enthusiastically came on board as a full-time General Manager. Together, they run the daily operations of the nonprofit. With the same educational goals, Houston Public Media and the Houston Independent School District teamed up with Gordon Education to produce Take the Stage and lead filmmaking programs for students. All three entities work together to produce progams trusted by parents and adored by kids. First Collaborations. The premiere of the pilot episode was hosted by Lauren Anderson, the first African-American ballet dancer to become a principal dancer of a major dance company alongside Chester Pitts, media personality and celebrity football player from the Houston Texans. Take the Stage Premiere in 2015 at the Children's museum. Take the Stage Early Beginnings Watch the pilot episode here Ballet and Ballers The Houston Ballet teamed up with Gordon Education in 2015-2016 to produce a series of how-to ballet videos featuring Chester Pitts (NFL) and Patrick Beverley (NBA). This arts and sports collaboration was produced to make ballet accessible and fun for all kids, especially boys who have less exposure to ballet. Every Take the Stage video is infused with young talent from the local community. Here, the choir students from Parker Elementary added their singing to a Take the Stage video that teaches about prepositions. Community Talent Friends from Sesame Street Carol-Lynn Parente, the former Executive Producer of Sesame Street, traveled to Houston to help produce Take the Stage episodes in 2017. With her nearly 30 years of experience at Sesame Street and with support from Houston Public Media, she helped write and direct 12 educational videos which launched on PBS LearningMedia in 2019. Carol-Lynn provides directorial guidance, script edits, production support, and generously shares her wisdom and joy of educational media with everyone on the team. Carol-Lynn once again teamed up with Take the Stage to produce a new season of Take the Stage episodes in 2021-2022. Kids Advisory Board An Advisory Board composed of a diverse group of Houston-area kids and teens meets periodically throughout the year and frequently during the script-writing process to advise and provide edits on Take the Stage educational content. This youth-led board is essential to the development of all Take the Stage media as many of their editorial suggestions are implemented into the videos that are used in thousands of classrooms. Research Study with 400+ Students Allison Caplovitz, Ph.D. (formally of Blues Clues), led an extensive research study in 24 Houston ISD classrooms to test Take the Stage Media with over 400 students in grades K-5 to ensure that Take the Stage media was effective in increasing academic comprehension. (Research study available upon request) Take the Stage Professional Developments for teachers were launched in 2018 in the Houston-area. These accredited PD’s are free to attend and led by HoustonISD teachers who already use Take the Stage in their classrooms. At these sessions, teacher attendees not only receive training on how to integrate Take the Stage media into their lessons, but they also learn techniques on how to implement arts activities into any type of curriculum. At the end of the professional development sessions, the attendees devise an original lesson plan pairing arts activities with their own academic curriculum whether it is language arts, social studies, math, or science. Debut on PBS LearningMedia In 2019, Take the Stage launched on PBS LearningMedia which greatly increased accessibility to schools all across the country. Elementary teachers use Take the Stage on this trusted platform to teach curriculum standards in both English and Spanish In January 2021, Take the Stage launched two videos on Hellosaurus, which is a new educational online platform that increases the level of interactivity with the viewer. In 2021, Take the Stage produced a second season of 12 bilingual educational episodes with the collaboration from Carol-Lynn Parente, Houston Public Media, HoustonISD, educational specialists, Wharton Dual Language Academy, and South Coast Media. This media launched on PBS LearningMedia in 2022. Inspiring Students 2022, marked the year when Gordon Education took their successes from PBS and brought it straight to classrooms across Houston by teaching filmmaking to students in 3rd-12th grade. This immersive class teaches students to create their own media from concept to premiere. Now, Gordon Education has over five teaching artists working in Houston schools. The addition of filmmaking residencies marked the beginning of a new era for the nonprofit as it deepens its community impact. Gordon Education has taught filmmaking at Wharton Dual Language Academy, Meyerland Middle School, Silambam Houston, River Oaks Baptist School, Gateway Academy, Harris County Juvenile Probation Department, and the list continues to grow! Supporting Teachers Gordon Education supports teachers by providing professional development sessions on integrating the arts into all subjects led by veteran elementary teacher and science specialist, Denise Conway. PD Session: "Take the Stage in the Classroom: Using the Arts to Teach the TEKS" ● Philosophy of Take the Stage arts media and results of data study, group demonstrations on how to utilize Take the Stage media and best practices. ● Q & A with elementary teachers who have already used Take the Stage media successfully in their classrooms. ● Group brainstorming session for teachers to pair fine arts curriculum with academic curriculum ● Break-out groups divided by grade level to create an original lesson plan by integrating the fine arts curriculum into specific academic curriculum. Take the Stage won a Platinum Remi award in 2016 from WorldFest Houston for the production of "Take the Stage Kids visit the Houston Ballet". Gordon Education is a Mid-America Arts Alliance, ENGAGE program recipient, 2018-2020 (funded through the Houston Endowment). Mid-America Non-profit Mentor: Brian Crockett

Donate to bring Take the Stage educational media to under-resourced elementary classrooms across the country, fund filmmaking programs for students, and support the production of inspiring youth-led documentaries. Please consider making a contribution today. Donate $25 - Covers material costs for one child to participate in a single filmmaking class or workshop. $50 - Covers the cost of equipment and software for a student's hands-on filmmaking experience in a workshop. $100 - Covers the costumes and props for one filmmaking residency. $450 - Covers the instructor and admin costs for one child or teen to receive a filmmaking program for a school year. Checks can be made payable to: Gordon Education 3400 Main Street #2 Houston, TX 77002 Major Contributors Arts Connect Houston, The Baxter Trust, The Burk Family, BNSF Railway Foundation, The Brown Foundation Inc. of Houston, Cameron Foundation, Central Mission Endowment Fund at St. Philip, Fondren Foundation, Harris County Department of Education, Houck Family Foundation, Houston Arts Alliance, Houston Endowment, Mid-America Arts Alliance, National Endowment of the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts Thank You to Our Individual Contributors Philamena Baird, Jason Bernal, James Calaway, Krista Calaway, Daniel Cohen, Jessica Fuentes, Kristen Golden, Steven Hempel, Victor Kendall, Cindy Leong-Wu, Janice Martindale, Georgia McBride, Juliet McBride, Chuck Still, Penny Warga, Sesh Bala, Sheetal Bedi, Angel D'Crus, Ali Dhanani, Ben Felleman, Sarah Fenoglio, Andrew Gordon, James Gordon, Rebecca Gordon, Robert Gruman, Dean Haddock, Matt Heath, Ira and Eve Jacobs, Amy & TJ Jones, Medha Karve, Alyssa Kirsten, Sunil Maini, Pat Moser, Shaila Patel, George & Grace Thomas, Michelle Ordonez, Heather Westendarp, Rob Shaw, Radhika Inamdar - Aundh Private Foundation

At Gordon Education, we still believe science is real, women's rights are human rights, Black lives matter, no person is illegal, love is love, and diversity makes us stronger. We stand on principle. Summer Documentary filmmaking Program at Asia Society Texas. Photo Credit: Chris Dunn Welcome to Gordon Education Young voices. Making waves. One frame at a time. Hello Houston on our Filmmaking Camps Learn More Filmmaking Workshops K-12 Schools, Museums, and Summer Camps Students learn skills of filmmaking which includes brainstorming initial concepts, outlining, screenwriting, storyboarding, camera operation, lighting, editing, and post-production. Students are active participants in every aspect of the creation process including being actors in the films they create. Our filmmaking residencies provide opportunities for personal growth through collaboration and skill development from the teaching artists. Find out more . With media accessible at every student's fingertips in this tech-driven age, our filmmaking residencies and camps provide a fun, thoughtful, and practical approach for children who desire to create their own media and produce their own films. Juvenile Probation Centers We use filmmaking as an intervention strategy for teenagers who spend a few weeks to years in the juvenile justice system. Launched in 2022, we operate this program in Houston, TX and Brooklyn, NY and have witnessed transformational growth in the youth. Producing an original film provides a creative outlet for incarcerated teens to express themselves and the the confidence hat they are capable of taking a positive path forward in their lives. Find out more. Appearing: Listen Read Social Impact TV/Film Projects Film Projects that Inspire Change Every film/tv/music video project we undertake has a social mission with a focus on youth whether it is to democratize arts education, to promote libraries, to educate about cultural art forms or to bridge divides amongst communities locked in conflict. Want to collaborate ? Reach out info@gordoneducation.org Kaavya A Texas girl's journey in Indian Classical Dance Peace Builders Palestinian and Israeli teenagers connect My Friend the Library A Music Video for Libraries Take the Stage Bilingual K-5 Series on PBS LearningMedia

Take the Stage is a series of interactive videos that teach elementary curriculum through the arts. Available for for free on PBS LearningMedia, Take the Stage is available in English and Spanish, and closed captioned for the hearing-impaired. Take the Stage Free educational media for K-5 classrooms. Watch on PBS LearningMedia Learn about Take the Stage A series of interactive videos that teach academics through the arts for grades K-5. Available on PBS LearningMedia. Take the Stage Interactive Videos In English En Español Click an image to watch a Take the Stage video. Haz clic en una imagen para ver un vídeo de Take the Stage. Take the Stage in Elementary Classrooms Take the Stage is on PBS LearningMedia, an online destination that offers content designed to enhance classroom instruction globally. Aligned to state and national standards, this platform is compatible with the tools teachers use most such as Google Classroom. Addressing the need for quality educational media that's actually free-to-use. Research shows elementary school students have a higher rate of retention when they learn academic curriculum through the arts whether it is through music, dance, theatre, creative writing, or visual art. However, many schools around the country are not equipped with the resources to integrate the arts into the curriculum or have adequate funding to bring in outside teaching artists. Take the Stage meets this need by providing 100% free arts-integration resources to elementary classrooms. There is no catch. All materials are funded by foundations and individuals who believe in democratizing education. Formative research studies document how the Take the Stage media increases comprehension Take the Stage was piloted in five elementary schools and twenty-five classrooms in Houston by Allison Caplovitz, Ph.D. (formally of Blues Clues) with a team of academic researchers from the University of Houston. The study results showed academic improvement in all English and Spanish classrooms for grades K-5. One notable outcome shows elementary students scored 5%-18% higher on a comprehension test when they used a Take the Stage activity in the classroom. Scoring was calculated by both a student pre-test and post-test designed by Dr. Caplovitz. Why use Take the Stage in the classroom? Aligns with the elementary core curriculum. Customizable for the teacher and fun for the students. 100% free-to-use through PBS LearningMedia. Filmed in both English and Spanish to accommodate the substantial Spanish-speaking population in the United States and around the world. For grades K-5 and covers math, science, social studies, and language arts. Incorporates acting, dancing, visual art, singing and creative writing. Features peer-to-peer learning . Comes with supplemental teacher guides and students worksheets.

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Pilot Episode "Dreams so Real" Back to Mission and History "Dreams so Real" debuted on Houston Public Media (PBS Station in Houston) In the opening episode, “Dreams so Real,” Kylie, a painfully shy girl, tries to fit in and make new friends while goofy boys, high-fashion girls and two encouraging coaches try to keep everyone together. When they meet the world-renowned DJ Reborn, Kylie discovers what it truly means to take the stage with confidence. Not only do the kids on this television show experience the performing arts, but the viewers at home learn right alongside them. With step-by-step instruction, and the appearance of celebrity artists, Take the Stage takes the viewer on a new and exciting adventure into the world of the performing arts.

Peace Builders A Documentary In-Production 2022-2025 Palestinian and Israeli teenagers from the Middle East forge relationships in the midst of the most devastating violence the region has experienced since 1948. Support our Film Project Introducing the Peace Builders In 2022/2023, they shared their visions for the future. The Teenagers These individuals were selected by their openness to find solutions and willingness to appear on camera. We hope we can learn from their stories. In 2024, captured the realities of life in Palestine/Israel and their efforts to chart a path forward amidst the war. Nama (left) and Shahd (right) Thekra "Since I was a kid [my mom] holds my hand, sits me down, and tells me 'You are strong. You have your own opinion, don't let anybody step on that." Following the Journey The documentary project spans the course of 4 years from 2022-2025 , as we witness these teenagers grow up, form bonds with each other, strengthen their resolve for peace, and confront the uncertain realities of their future. "I'm torn between not wanting to leave home, and a home that is toxic and violent." Tidhar "We're gonna miss The States but now is the important part, the part when you move what you learned here to your home. To your community." The documentary follows only the words expressed and actions taken by these teenagers. We understand these personal accounts do not make up the entirety of experiences of those suffering in the region. Our Approach "I feel like I really need to do something about this because I was born to stand for what's right and take action, and I don't want to be a bystander to what's happening." Coming Together We begin the film in Navasota, Texas in 2022 which is where these teenagers first meet as part of an annual peace-building institute. 2023, they return to deepen their commitment for peace . The film continues production in Nov 2024 in Palestine/Israel to have an up-close look of their peace efforts in a post-October 7 reality. Nama Shahd "You grow up feeling that there is this very big battle between one another and there is very distinct stuff that they blame each other for." Elon Jerusalem Peacebuilders Jerusalem Peacebuilders (JPB) is an interfaith, non-profit organization with a mission to create a better future for humanity across religions, cultures, and nationalities. Integral to that mission is the belief that the future of Jerusalem is the future of the world. To that end, JPB promotes transformational, person-to-person encounters among the peoples of Jerusalem, Israel, Palestine, and the United States. This film was not commissioned nor has any financial affiliation with The Jerusalem Peacebuilders institute. The Organization in Focus Learn about JPB Support our Film Help us complete the production of this documentary in 2024-2025. Your contribution supports: • Production Equipment • Production Assistant • Plane flight Palestine/Israel • Lodging in Palestine/Israel • Travel inside Palestine/Israel Your tax-deductible donation helps tell the stories of these young people finding solutions amidst the ongoing conflict. Supporters: Krista Calaway, Matt Heath, Chris King, Aliza Porat, Lavanya Rajagopalan, Kenneth Richstad, Barbara Richstad

Gordon Education produces documentaries featuring youth exploring their own cultural identity while bridging global divides. Films include Kaavya, about a 10-year-old girl preparing for her arangetram in Texas and The Peacebuilders about bringing together Palestinian and Israeli teens to chart a peaceful future. A 10-year-old-girl and a tale two-thousand years in the making Local Airtimes Watch the trailer Read the article Kaavya Kaavya is a 10-year-old girl from Texas who loves Harry Potter, puzzles, musical theatre, GIlmore Girls, and robotics. She also is about to embark on the most important moment of her life up until now: her arangetram. (Translation: ascending the stage). This 2-hour solo dance debut showcases a mastery in Bharatanatyam, the oldest form of Indian classical dance which originated over 2,000 years ago. The pressures for any young person who prepares for this performance are extraordinary, but Kaavya's situation is unique. She not only is one of the youngest students to have an arangetram, but she is trained by her very own mother, a professional dancer and respected guru with a formidable reputation of her own to uphold. Each gesture in Bharatanatyam holds a distinct meaning that when woven together, tell ancient stories from Hindu mythology. Kaavya continues the tradition of telling these stories through choreography that has been passed down to her over many generations. And, in spite of a global pandemic disrupting her performance, emotional breakdowns in rehearsal, and dealing with the disappointment of not having her grandparents visit for her big day, Kaavya impressively adapts to the new circumstances and carries on to claim a dance form that has survived millennia. Behind the Scenes Premiere at the Asia Society Texas Center https://www.pbs.org/show/kaavya/ Asia Society Texas Center with Michael Buening On PBS Kaavya is now streaming on PBS Passport and is airing on select PBS stations around the country. To find out more, click here: https://www.pbs.org/show/kaavya

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