Workshops

We offer a range of workshops tailored specifically for the need and interests of the participants. In collaboration with schools and school districts, arts education organizations, universities, dance and theater companies, and other cultural institutions we have developed and presented workshops for:

  • Dancers
  • Actors
  • Teaching Artists
  • School Arts Specialists
  • K-12 Classroom Teachers
  • Bilingual and Special Education Specialists
  • Graduate and Undergraduate Students


Topics include:

  • Reflective Practices in Learning and Teaching (click here for description)
  • Artistry in Teaching
  • Curriculum Design
  • Performance-based Assessment
  • Identifying potential talent in Dance, Music and Theater
  • Interdisciplinary art-making
  • Integrating Artistic Approaches and Strategies in Academic Subjects
  • Modern Dance Technique, Improvisation, Choreography

Residencies & Courses

We present residencies and courses designed in collaboration with the host organization and tailored to the specific needs of the participants. The residency may involve a combination of:

  • Workshops for students, teachers or community members
  • Seminars or consulting on arts education topics
  • Public Performances from the Nicoll+Oreck repertoire
  • Creation of new performance work involving the participants