Oklahoma Center for Arts Education Hosts "Youth Arts Day" at Oklahoma State Capitol

As part of the observance of "Youth Arts Month" in Oklahoma, the Oklahoma Center for Arts Education (OCAE) will host "Youth Arts Day" at the Oklahoma State Capitol on March 8. This event aims to bring attention to the importance of arts and arts education in the state, amidst concerns about pending funding cuts to the National Endowment for the Arts, which could impact state funding to the Oklahoma Arts Council. Organizers hope to showcase the benefits of arts education to lawmakers and the public.

Key Takeaways:

• The Oklahoma Center for Arts Education (OCAE) is hosting "Youth Arts Day" at the Oklahoma State Capitol on March 8, featuring various singers, dancers, and speakers.
• The event is the official kickoff for "Youth Arts Month" in Oklahoma, which aims to highlight the importance of arts and arts education in the state.
• Ines Burnham, program manager of OCAE, emphasized the need for lawmakers to understand the benefits of arts education, given pending funding cuts to the National Endowment for the Arts.
• Scheduled performers and speakers include State Superintendent Janet Barresi, Lt. Governor Todd Lamb, and Miss Oklahoma 2010 Emoly West, among others.
• The "Youth Arts Day" performances are free and open to the public, with more information available by contacting Ines Burnham at (405) 974-3784 or iburnham@uco.edu.

Statistics:

• The event will take place on March 8 at the fourth floor rotunda of the Oklahoma State Capitol.
• According to Ines Burnham, the arts education is crucial for individuals, communities, and businesses in the state.
• The Oklahoma Center for Arts Education is located within the University of Central Oklahoma College of Fine Arts and Design.

Sources:

• The University of Central Oklahoma. (March 4). "U CO News: Youth Arts Day to be Held at Capitol."