Central Tri-State Dance

Ballet Wichita has been a cornerstone of Wichita's arts community since 1973, contributing significantly to the local cultural landscape through exceptional performances and educational initiatives. With a commitment to advancing the art of dance, it offers a range of programs for all ages, from children's classes to adult divisions, fostering a love for dance throughout the region. The organization hosts numerous performances annually, including the free community event Ballet in the Park and the cherished holiday classic, The Nutcracker. Supported by generous sponsors and the City of Wichita, Ballet Wichita continues to inspire audiences and dancers alike, ensuring that the magic of dance reaches Kansans from all walks of life. Generated from the website

Arts Partners is a comprehensive arts-in-education organization located in Wichita, KS. They work with 136 educational institutions within a 50-mile radius, providing access to quality arts integration programs for 60,000 students annually. With a team of 35 teaching artists and ensembles, Arts Partners integrates various art forms with other areas of the curriculum, such as math, science, social studies, technology, and history. They also collaborate with 26 arts and cultural partner organizations to offer outreach programs and field trip opportunities. As a regional site of the Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts, Arts Partners is home to Kansas Wolf Trap, which focuses on teaching emergent literacy skills to children aged 12 to 60 months through drama, music, and movement. Affiliated with the national Young Audiences Arts for Learning network, Arts Partners aims to transform young lives and learning environments by using arts as a tool for education and community engagement. They also offer programs like Generation STEAM, which empowers under-resourced students to become community problem solvers using arts and STEM education.Generated from the website