The story of Boston Marathon participants Dick Hoyt and his cerebral palsy-stricken son, Rick, were the models for this moving film set in picturesque southern France. A determined teenage boy confined to a wheelchair pesters his unemployed father to enter…
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6th Annual Arts in Healthcare Conference at Lesley University
In the global society in which we live, the arts open pathways to understanding and communication between peoples. In addition, the arts are channels for creativity and celebration, mitigate the effects of stress and trauma, and are known to facilitate…
Artsenses III – Sight: The Art and Science of Observation
invites you to join her at for the 3rd of the Artsenses series exploring the intersection of art and science through the senses. The evening will feature a brilliant discussion on vision, art and the power of observation. Guest speakers…
Summer Internships Available at Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Office of VSA in Washington, D.C.
The Office of VSA and Accessibility at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. has two internship positions open for Summer 2015: Education – VSA Communications and Marketing Intern Education – VSA Special Events Intern…
We’ve Got Free Museum of Fine Arts Access Program Passes!
Visit Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts for free! Here’s what you have to do: – Come see us at the Open Door Gallery, 89 South St., Boston. – Enjoy our current exhibit of Jeffrey Melzack’s artwork. – Ask us for…
Youth Art Month Starts Today!
Youth Art Month is an annual observance each March to emphasize the value of art education for all children and to encourage support for quality school art programs. Youth Art Month provides a forum for acknowledging skills that are fostered…
Free Family Art Workshop Series – The Power of our Stories: Sign Language Interpretation, Movement & Visual Arts
(FCT) invites Boston-area children and families to join “The Power of our Stories” on Wednesday evenings, March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 2015 from 6 to 7:30 pm with sandwiches and beverages at 5:30 pm. Register for two,…
Mass. Cultural Council and VSA Radio Spot on WCRB
recently aired a few radio spots about their which included this one about VSA Massachusetts. “And Massachusetts Cultural Council’s UP Program, expanding access to arts and culture by supporting organizations like VSA Massachusetts, whose teaching artists help schools improve learning…
Liars & Believers Present "Talk to Strangers" at OBERON, Harvard Square
Do you Talk to Strangers? In splintering politics, deep-niche music genres, the solace of twitter and the loneliness of a bus stop, we are all looking for connection – your date from OkCupid, the woman behind you at the deli,…
2015 MCC Commonwealth Award Ceremony at Massachusetts State House
Presented every two years by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, the Commonwealth Awards honor individuals and organizations that have made extraordinary contributions to our communities, our economy, and the quality of life in Massachusetts. VSA Massachusetts was a proud in the…