Dear Christine,
In this culture of fast-paced and economically stressed times, it is more vital than ever that our health take "center stage". I urge you to make your and your family's physical, emotional and spiritual health the primary priority for 2010.
To help you on the journey toward whole and heathy living, CCAC offers affordable and accessible creative pathways with weekly classes in music, dance, visual art and drama. As we all know, creative expression releases endorphins that decrease stress! Enroll now online at www.ccacde.org, by phone at 302.652.0101 or in person at 705 N. Market Street in Wilmington.
Simply can't wait until 2010? Buy your tickets today for Eleone Dance Theatre's December performance of Carols in Color, conceived by E. Leon Evans, II and adapted by Artistic Director Shawn-Lamere Williams. An exceptional performance that is certain to fill your heart and soul with uplifting joy!
Thank you and enjoy,
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What's New at CCAC
Join Dr. Lowery for Education Open Forum
Dr. Lillian Lowery, Delaware Secretary of Education, invites parents, adult family members and students attending Delaware public schools to participate in a community conversation at CCAC on Tuesday, November 17, from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Dr. Lowery would like to hear our ideas for ways make our schools the best in the nation. Reserve your seat by calling CCAC at 302.652.0101.
Eleone Dance Theater presents Carols in Color
Next month, we welcome back our increasingly popular Carols in Color, a spectacular holiday dance musical that re-tells the gospel according to St. Matthew through contemporary music, exuberant dance and powerful narration. Conceived and choreographed by E. Leon Evans II, adapted and re-staged by Shawn-Lamere Williams, Artistic Director and Dr. Sheila A. Ward, Executive Director, this performance will bring audiences to their feet! Get your tickets today!
Sunday, December 13 @ 4:00 p.m.
Grand Opera House, 818 N. Market Street, Wilmington
To order, call GOH Box Office at 302.652.5577.
Tickets: $20+Service Charge
(10% discount for groups of 10+; full-price tickets only)
Students/Senior Citizens $12+Service Charge
"Carols in Color shimmers with energy, soul and jubilance."
---Philadelphia Weekly
" Carols in Color is a fine revival, combining the deep spirituality of African-American Christian tradition with accessible entertainment." ---Bing J. Mark, The Philadelphia Inquirer
Fruits of the Spirit Holiday Concert
Enjoy a whimsical holiday performance by Fruits of the Spirit, entitled Carols, Chocolate & Chicken!Wednesday, December 16 @ 7:00 p.m.
705 N. Market Street, Wilmington.
Tickets: $10.
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A Look Back at Past Successes
DTH Residency Draws Excellent Attendance
 On Thursday, November 5, Christina Cultural Arts Center welcomed 16 members of the Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble (DTH), who mezmorized more than 125 students and educators for a special one-night-only workshop and performance.
Dancers from Japan, South America, Trinidad, Maryland, Texas and other parts of the U.S. demonstrated impeccable grace, strength and beauty. DTH Ballet Master Keith Saunders was engaging, informative and inspirational. The lecture demonstration was funded by the National Endownment for the Arts in support of the Building Bridges Through the Arts Initiative at CCAC. Special thanks to Jack & Jill and the Delaware Dance Company for joining us!
Christi Awards Honors Arts Advocates
A gracious thank-you to all the attendees, sponsors, hosts, volunteers, performers and especially the award winners of the 2009 Christi Awards, held on Thursday, October 22. A capacity crowd came out to honor our four award winners and be dazzled by the amazing CCAC talent exhibited at the gala reception afterward. Thank you again to all who supported this celebration of the Arts in our community!
2009 Christi Awardees
Outstanding Achievement in Arts Education
FOSTINA DIXON-KILGOE
Outstanding Achievement by an Artist
RICHARD ROTHROCK
Outstanding Achievement in Arts Advocacy
MICHAEL KALMBACH
Outstanding Philanthropy in the Arts
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Chase Away the Winter Blues with Art!
Enrollment for Winter/Spring 2010 opens January 11 & closes June 26.
Registration for current customers is open now through November 21.
Open registration begins November 23, 2009 through February 6, 2010.
To register, visit
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About Us
Christina Cultural Arts Center (CCAC) is a premier community school of the Arts with a mission to make affordable Arts education and multicultural programs accessible to children, teens and adults in a family environment.
CCAC's leading-edge programs promote self-development, healthy lifestyles, social change, educational success and economic empowerment.
Christina Cultural Arts Center Inc.
705 N. Market Street, Wilmington, Delaware 19801
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