The In-School

Arts Program

Exposes the students to the arts, helping them become more creative and critical thinkers, and effective communicators, while building confidence and self-esteem by developing their own voices

MUSIC

Join us for the joy of dance, where self-expression knows no bounds.

DRAMA

Unleash your creativity, gain confidence, and bring stories to life on stage.

ARTS

Unlock your creativity, develop critical thinking skills, and become an effective communicator.

DANCE

Discover dance’s magic. Nurture creativity, confidence. Join our enchanting journey.

After-School Programs provide basic instruction in a variety of dance styles to students with little or no formal dance training, in facilities outside the HPSD dance studios. Priority is given to serving Chicago public elementary schools and community organizations, and the target age group for these classes is 4-13. After-school programs are available at a modest cost, which is shared between HPSD, the sponsoring school/organization, and parents. The programs provide students focused study of a specific dance style (ballet, modern, jazz,African) as well astraining in the language and history of dance, improvisation, and basic choreography. Programs are tailored to the specific needs of the sponsoring organization.

MUSIC

Join us for the joy of dance, where self-expression knows no bounds.

PARTICIPATE

DRAMA

Unleash your creativity, gain confidence, and bring stories to life on stage.

PARTICIPATE

ARTS

Unlock your creativity, develop critical thinking skills, and become an effective communicator.

PARTICIPATE

DANCE

Discover dance’s magic. Nurture creativity, confidence. Join our enchanting journey.

PARTICIPATE

Student Performance Ensemble

Our Student Performance Ensemble unites students from various city schools. They receive professional instruction in drama, dance, vocal performance, and visual arts. These talented members showcase their skills in socially-conscious musical productions, engaging thousands of peers in large theaters. They actively contribute to all production aspects, fostering personal growth and self-esteem, making this a transformative opportunity.

The Edutainment Project Provides Free Programs for All Students

The Edutainment Project is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to make culturally-focused arts programs and positive after-school activities, equitably accessible to students from all ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds.

Past Events

Recalling Edutainment Project’s Inspiring Past Events: Fostering Inclusivity, Creativity, and Critical Thinking Through the Arts. Celebrating Our Journey of Empowering Students from All Walks of Life.

Upcoming Events

Check back for 2026-27 Programming

F.C.B.C. to me has become more than just the drama club from school. F.C.B.C. has shown and taught me so much about who I am as an artist and as a person. I cannot begin to explain the love and the passion that fuels every show and practice we have. After 4 years of working with F.C.B.C. I have learned that artistry fills voids in life that others will try to tear down, but as long as you stay true to who you are and have a good relationship with the creator, everything will work itself out.

Family, in the form of FCBC, means everything. It demands little but gives immeasurably. Through public speaking, acting, and dancing, it's shaped me into a responsible young adult. It's kept me away from trouble, fostering resilience and hard work. Four years, 10 shows, countless tours – it's been a journey. From opening for the Chi-Lites to meeting Joe Jackson, I've thrived as a master light engineer, ensuring our performances shine. In FCBC, "There is no I in TEAM," and there's nothing bigger than the group – our family.

I haven’t been here very long but since I have been in FCBC I have met some of the greatest, funniest and realest people ever! I come all the way from Indiana to rehearse with this group. I love to sing and fcbc has been a good place for me to learn to just sing out without being scared. Even though I’m still working on it, I’m getting better. FCBC is also teaching me how to have fun. I thank FCBC for welcoming me and hopefully I can always be there for them.

OUR APPROACH

Edutainment Project’s approach blends culturally immersive experiences and interactive learning to nurture creativity, critical thinking, and inclusive personal development for all students.

SKILLED TEACHERS

Edutainment Project partners with skilled teachers who inspire and guide students, fostering their artistic and intellectual growth.

SPORTS & HEALTH

Edutainment Project promotes sports and health as essential components of our programs, ensuring students’ holistic development.

Support the Edutainment Project

Why Support Arts In Education Programs? Arts integration can help enhance the learning process by providing multiple entry points, and all children, not only those with specific artistic talent, benefit from an education that includes exposure to the arts. In addition, students need healthy, positive outlets in the form of after-school programs as alternatives to engaging in self-destructive behavior to fill their idle time…