Arts in Education

Darke County Center for the Arts' Arts in Education program delivers professional live performances directly to every public school student in Darke County, offering enriching experiences that support and enhance classroom learning. These performances are thoughtfully chosen to connect with academic subjects like history, literature, and social studies, while also fostering important skills such as creativity, critical thinking, and communication.

Educational research shows that exposure to the arts boosts student engagement, improves academic performance, and strengthens social-emotional development. For many students, this may be their first experience with live professional arts, opening doors to new ideas and talents. By integrating the performing arts into education, the AIE program helps students grow intellectually and personally, creating lasting impacts that extend far beyond the stage.

Water Street Dance Milwaukee

Junior High

Oct. 9 -10, 2025

Water Street Dance Milwaukee is a multifaceted dance company dedicated to exploring diversity within their art. As Milwaukee's premier repertory dance company, they are committed to consistently pushing the boundaries of contemporary art.

https://waterstreetdancemke.com/

Doug Berkey

Grades K-3rd

Nov. 11 - 14, 2025

This show is an intricately woven fabric of Commedia Del Arte, physical comedy, mime, mask, theatre, clowning, circus arts, and storytelling. Doug is known internationally for his mask construction. He designs and constructs the masks for his own performances as well as creating all the sets, choreography, scripts, and many of the costumes.

https://www.dougberkytheatre.com/

CTC: Harriet Tubman

Grades 4th - 6th

Feb. 23 - 27, 2026

Bring the past to the present and change the future with this one-woman interactive story telling experience. Uncover the truth about America's 200-year-old struggle with slavery when you play a part in this historic retelling. On this journey, you'll follow Harriet Tubman, the most recognized conductor of the Underground Railroad.

https://thechildrenstheatre.com/

Andrew Allen

High School

March 9 -13, 2026

Canadian singer-songwriter Andrew Allen has a wildly successful career in the music industry, earning five Top 10 hits and opening for acts like Bruno Mars, Train, Andy Grammer, and One Republic. Beyond his solo success, he has collaborated with industry giants, including co-writing with Meghan Trainor, Rachel Platten, and Carly Rae Jepsen.

https://andrewallenlive.com/about