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Virtual Education Programs: 2020/21 Season

Back-to-School looks different this season, and Kimmel’s free educational programs have gone virtual to meet the needs of students - and teachers - today.

We are committed to continue to inspire students across the region with our FREE educational offerings, just in a different format.

See below for a full list of our free virtual education programs, including NEW virtual field trips.

Introducing Kimmel virtual field trips – taking students, teachers, families, and schools on journeys through the arts without ever leaving home.

Lauren Talis surrounded by children in the Kimmel Center Plaza

Signature Program:
Jazz4Freedom

Explore Black History & Social Change with Jazz
4th-6th grade classes

Girl gives a peace sign on stage at the Kimmel Center

Signature Program:
One Musical Philadelphia

Build Teamwork & Community through Musical Theater
4th-6th grade classes

two students work on a musical program on a computer

Signature Program: #PhillyBeatz

Creative Imagination Powered by Technology
4th-6th grade classes

young girl dances with other children while musicians play on stage at the Kimmel Center

Neighborhood Jams

Learn about Jazz
2nd - 7th grade classes

ShowStoppers AllStars

Talent development for Teens
8th - 12th grade classes

Educational Instruction Videos

While we cannot currently be a place for gathering, we’re dedicated to remaining a resource to you and your students. We believe that the arts build strong communities and remain committed to our education initiatives. In that spirit, we have begun creating a series of educational videos, featuring our talented teaching artists, for students looking for a creative outlet at home.

Click here to watch videos

More Information

For further information or assistance, please email us at Education@kimmelcenter.org or
call 215-670-2371.

Your support makes an impact!

Free educational programming at the Kimmel Center positively impacts children who are looking for a way to unleash their creativity, follow their dreams, and experience something new. As a non-profit organization, the Kimmel Center stretches every dollar to provide access to the arts for students and underserved communities.

Play a role in transforming lives by clicking here or calling 215-790-7178 to make a gift today.

Merck Arts Education Center

The Merck Arts Education Center (MAEC) provides arts education through a variety of learning styles and innovative technologies. Serving as a flexible arts resource for the Philadelphia community, MAEC promotes appreciation of the performing arts through diverse programming for children and adults.

Housed at the Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, MAEC fosters collaborations with its Resident Companies and cultural communities and acts as a bridge to developing future audiences and performers. Support for the Merck Arts Education Center is generously provided by Merck.

Kimmel Center Resident Companies

The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts and the Academy of Music are pleased to present a list of the Resident Companies' educational and performance programs available for young children, students, and adults. Click here to learn more!