In 2018, Irvine Barclay Theatre is significantly expanding its acclaimed ArtsReach initiative with an eclectic menu of arts experiences. Stressing hands-on interaction, the innovative educational programs offer students unparalleled access to the Barclay's main-stage artists. These once-in-alifetime experiences pique interest, and foster greater appreciation and understanding of the arts.

This season's ArtsReach programming includes:

Contemporary Dance

Students will enjoy ArtsReach activities with renowned dance companies - Dance Theatre of Harlem, Diavolo, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, and Aspen-Santa Fe Ballet, and with flamenco great, Eva Yerbabuena.

Jazz

Elementary students will participate in agetailored workshops with the musicians of the acclaimed JazzReach program and also enjoy an interactive, multi-media, performance at the Barclay.

Opera

Straight from Metropolitan Opera, Alyson Cambridge, will introduce students to the real world of opera.

Music & Technology

Organ virtuoso Cameron Carpenter will reveal the art and science behind his International Touring Organ, a groundbreaking digital organ of his own design.

Cultural Traditions

Authentic hula royalty, Halau O Kekuhi, will share practices transmitted through a matrilineal succession of eight generations of hula masters.

Reimagined Americana

The Bumper Jacksons will engage students through their exhilarating repertoire of modern American roots music.

Participation in ArtsReach activities inspires young people to explore the arts and helps them develop stronger minds, increased confidence and competence, and essential emotional intelligence. Generous Barclay ArtsReach supporters understand and appreciate the contributions such programs make to the community and support the initiative with their time, expertise and resources.

To learn more about Arts Reach, please call the Barclay at (949) 854-4607.