Art Studies International

Summer 2024 July 8-20 Provence France Study Abroad €1,950

French lessons : 25-30 hours of formal French lessons, suited go the level of the student. Grammar, speaking and writing exercices will be offered. If the student has specific needs, he/she can ask the teacher to work on that.

- Waldorf crafts : woodworking and book binding. A small object that can be easily brought back home will be done. Of course, it is also an opportunity to practice French in real life situation.

- A wide range of cultural and sporting outings, to discover our wonderful region and speak/listen to spoken French.

Les Baux de Provence and les « Carrières de Lumières » : one of the most beautiful French villages, situated in the Alpilles, a small moutain range south of Avignon.
Ocher trail at Roussillon and Gordes : discovery of another region at the heart of Provence called the Luberon. Beautiful villages and stunning ocher massif.
Arles and the mediterranean sea. At Arles, we will visit the Van Gogh foundation. Arles, a world heritage city, is a city where Van Gogh lived for 14 months and painted many famous painting. The afternoon will be spent at the beach.
Festival d'Avignon : the Festival d’Avignon is one of the world's most important contemporary performing arts events. Every year in July, Avignon becomes a city-theater, transforming its architectural heritage into various majestic and surprising performance venues, welcoming tens of thousands of theatre lovers of all ages. We will attend on spectacle and enjoy the unique athmosphere of the city during this festival.
Kayak at Pont du Gard : The Pont du Gard is a masterpiece of ancient architecture and one of the best preserved Roman remains in the world. We will do a kayak trail where we will and discover a multitude of beaches conducive to relaxation, and picnic and pass below the majestic Pont du Gard!

Global Music Exchange Ages 2-5 M/F 9am-11am

Southern Spain Iberian Peninsula

Flamenco music from Andalusia. Influences from Moorish, Jewish, and Gypsy communities. Through folklore and dance children will learn the origins of the music of Sapin.

North coast on the Bay of Biscay

Southern Spain Iberian Peninsula

Cantabrian music from Spain's northern coast. Introduced to the region by Celtic settlers centuries ago. Influenced by the sea, bagpipes, acapella, and the essence of life along the northern coast.

Northern Atlantic Coast Euskadi

Southern Spain Iberian Peninsula

Northern Atlantic Coast Euskadi

Traditional Basque folk music has a distinct French influence. Instruments include Alboka and Clairnet in a circular breathing technique. Kirikoketa, wooden percussion. Tobrak percussion instrument with metal bars.

2 Week Summer Theatre Intensive (Camp Sold Out)

Ladies and Gentlemen, "The Greeks" (Camp Sold Out!)

June 19-30 Monday-Friday 8:00am-3:30pm Ages 11 -15 $200/week

Students will explore the Greek myths. Who were their Gods? What do they tell us about the values and culture of ancient Greek civilization? Students will break up into small groups and write an adaptation, act and direct their own short play of a myth of their choice.

Why was Medusa so misunderstood? Go with Persephone to Hades and back. Find out why Aphrodite and Hephaestus had drama. Why Eros' arrows of love can be dangerous. Zeus, Poseidon, and Hades these brothers ruled the world from the heavens, the seas and the underworld! Least we not forget Hecate goddess of magic, night, and moon.

What do these myths reveal about us today? Is humanity still facing the same challenges as the ancient Greeks?

Learn the six Aristotelian elements of Drama:

Plot, character, thought, diction, spectacle, and music

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Broadway Theater

7100 St.Charles Ave Ste. 153 @ Broadway

Fall 2023

We Are Jazz

September-December Fridays 6:30pm–8:00pm Ages 11 -15 $80/month

Join us as we travel through history to the Jazz era in New Orleans. Learn the response musicians, writers and immigrants had to the Jim Crow South’s oppressive laws. This play treats prejudice, women’s suffrage, and human rights. It tells the beautiful story of immigrants from all over the world who came together to create the democratic experiment of acceptance that transformed the world and continues to do so today. Where every culture is celebrated and contributes to the sound of freedom.

Students will learn about and perform songs from New Orleans earliest jazz musicians including Jelly Roll Morton & Louis Armstrong.

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Broadway Theater

7100 St.Charles Ave Ste. 153 @ Broadway

Mission Statement

Our Vision

Our Programs

At Art Studies International, our vision is to be the leading organization in our region for promoting and celebrating the arts through international exchange programs. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive community that values creativity and artistic expression.

Our Programs

We offer a wide range of programs for people of all ages and skill levels, including art classes, workshops, performances, and exhibitions. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned artist, there is something for everyone at Art Studies International.

Our Impact

Our Programs

Our Impact

Since our founding in 2010, Art Studies International has made a significant impact on the local arts community. We have helped to launch the careers of many talented artists, provided accessible cultural experiences to many students locally and internationally, and contributed to the economic and social vitality of our region.

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