Outreach Productions offers a wide variety of youth programming in the Austin area. Our mission centers on harnessing the power of the arts to foster reading and writing skills development in children aged 3 to 14. At Outreach Productions, our primary objective is to create impactful educational programming that amplifies the voices and talents of often-underrepresented artists, including Black people, people of color (POC), and women artists.
Hispanic Heritage Month
Join Outreach Productions as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and check out some of our favorite books above!
Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from September 15th to October 15th, is a time to honor and recognize the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to our society. This month-long celebration serves as a reminder of the invaluable impact Hispanics have had on every facet of American life, from arts and literature to science, business, politics, and beyond.
It is a moment to acknowledge the diversity within the Hispanic community, encompassing people from various countries, backgrounds, and traditions, all of which have shaped the colorful tapestry of American culture.
This annual observance invites us to embrace and learn from the heritage of our Hispanic neighbors, fostering unity, inclusivity, and respect in an increasingly diverse and interconnected world. It underscores the importance of recognizing the past while embracing the future, where the contributions of Hispanic Americans continue to shape and enrich our nation.
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VOICES OF EVERGREEN II 2023
An Educational Documentary Featuring Five Black Austin Educators
Click the Video and Watch Save Austin's Cemeteries!
We are delighted and honored to announce our collaboration with Save Austin's Cemeteries for their annual production, "Save Austin's Cemeteries: Voices of Evergreen II." This compelling project shines a spotlight on five remarkable educators who made lasting contributions to Austin's educational landscape. These dedicated individuals didn't just teach; they nurtured and shaped the minds of countless students from early childhood to higher education.
As we delve into the stories of these inspiring educators, we'll gain insight into the challenges they faced, the joys they experienced, and the enduring impact they had on Austin's educational community. Their journeys through the 19th and 20th centuries provide a window into the evolution of education in Austin and the profound role these educators played in molding generations of learners.
"Voices of Evergreen II" is more than just a historical exploration; it's a celebration of the educators who not only raised generations but also rose to meet the challenges of their time. Join us on this enlightening journey through Austin's educational history, where the voices of these dedicated teachers continue to resonate and inspire.
As we delve into the stories of these inspiring educators, we'll gain insight into the challenges they faced, the joys they experienced, and the enduring impact they had on Austin's educational community. Their journeys through the 19th and 20th centuries provide a window into the evolution of education in Austin and the profound role these educators played in molding generations of learners.
"Voices of Evergreen II" is more than just a historical exploration; it's a celebration of the educators who not only raised generations but also rose to meet the challenges of their time. Join us on this enlightening journey through Austin's educational history, where the voices of these dedicated teachers continue to resonate and inspire.
2023 Upcoming Projects!
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All Aboard Youth is the K-12 component of the Freedom Communities project. Austin Black Freedom Communities is a feature-length documentary about communities built by formerly enslaved African Americans during the reconstruction era. These communities were constructed with little resources from the ground up and included churches, schools, and stores. They were self-sufficient and built vital infrastructures. The All Aboard project will invite youth and adolescents to respond to the film and web-series in their artistic expression of choice. This could include storytelling, writing, poetry, visual art, and dance.
Watch our concept trailer for Austin Black Freedom Communities!
Click on any of the icons below to learn more about our projects!
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Outreach Productions Presents
Black History Month
Who is Aesop?
This Fall Outreach Productions Presents: The Stone Soup Puppet Show
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If you are enjoying our puppet shows, feel free to make a donation via paypal. Donations help us create more shows and 'tis the time for giving and sharing. Click here to make a donation.
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STONE SOUP PUPPET SHOW
Watch the video below!
This Halloween make a fun creepy crawler moth craft!
Watch the video below!
Watch our latest puppet show: Mumba Tales!
We hope you’ve enjoyed creating fun and easy crafts for Mumba Tales! Did you know there is a lesson plan that goes with it? Check out our TEKS aligned lesson plans to make creating your crafts, not just fun, but educational! Don’t forget! Click Here to purchase Mumba Tales on Amazon.
Watch the videos below to make fun crafts from the above books!
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And The (Puppet) Show Must Go On...
Check out some of our favorite Outreach Productions puppet shows! Do you want to book a traditional puppet show for your school, daycare, or child's party? We can do that! Fill out our form and request a show here.
Watch the puppet show “The Monkey and the Crocodile” by Paul Galdone below.
Don’t’ forget to stick around after the puppet show and make the crocodile craft. Check out our Folktrails lessons about Juneteenth.
Make the craft from the puppet show!
Watch the video below to learn how
to make your own crocodile!
Story time with Storyteller Joanie StewartOne of our best storytellers, Ms. Joanie Stewart, will end our Summer Reading Program with a lesson that falls under Folktales. She will discuss folktales and fairytales as well as explain their origins and their long history of helping us break the boundaries of time and culture. Afterward, Joanie will tell us some stories. After Joanie presents the story "Too Much Talk", we will end with a fairy craft. Make a craft and have fun!
We are excited to introduce two very special children's programs running this Summer and Fall. Click to learn more about our Reading Club and Juneteenth show.
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For additional information on our services, please fill out our contact form here or contact Deborah Orr at 512.284.5707
