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P.A.T.H.S. Program

The Frank C. Shattuck Performing Arts Touch the Hearts of Students (P.A.T.H.S.) Program works annually with a group of students with un-activated potential to engage them through the arts. Through this program, the Center helps students remove themselves from patterns they are caught in by offering them life changing moments and access to world-class, live Broadway experiences. Students are introduced to character building themes, community awareness and new art forms as they are led through hands-on workshops, engagement activities and interaction with the touring cast, teaching artists and Center staff. Past projects have included “Changed for Good” based on the theme of self-discovery in Wicked, “Raise Your Voice” a song-writing project inspired by Once that encouraged students to chase their dreams and “La Vie Boheme” in connection with Rent which promoted acceptance and respect.

2024-25 P.A.T.H.S. Program – “Jazz Fever”

This year, the Frank C. Shattuck’s Performing Arts Touch the Hearts of Students Program invited students to get up on their feet and explore the world of Jazz. Partnering with the Broadway show Some Like It Hot, students are being taught the choreography to a jazz number while exploring themes of self-love and acceptance. Students will film their choreographed dance to share with others and be treated to dinner before attending a performance of Some Like It Hot.

"We see the P.A.T.H.S. program as an excellent way to expose our students to the arts. For many of the students, these types of activities are not things they have done before, so they often have to step out of their comfort zones and try something new."
Sarah Reis, Appleton Central social worker