Classroom Connections

Enrich. Educate. Entertain.

Since 2008, Classroom Connections has served over 14,000 students throughout Monterey County by bringing our featured Sunset Presents artists into local schools. Classroom Connections is uniquely in-depth, by working in individual classrooms the artists have more time to devote to students on an interactive, personal level, in an atmosphere where students feel comfortable. This comprehensive program is designed to foster imagination, confidence, and a sense of possibility. If you are interested in sponsoring a child's experience with the program, you can make a donation HERE. For as little as $50, you could remove a financial barrier for a child that will allow them to experience the entire process detailed below.

How it Works:

Artist Workshop: Sunset Presents artists visit school classrooms and teach students about their art form through interactive processes and discussion.

Sunset Center Matinee: Students, teachers, and chaperones attend a one-hour, morning matinee performance by Sunset Presents artists.

Follow-up: We conduct post-performance surveys for students and teachers to gather feedback about their experiences.

This program works on a first come, first serve basis. Our priority of equitable ways means we seek attendance from schools who have not yet had the opportunity to participate. If you are interested in participating, please email Community Engagement Manager, Elana Kline-Thompson at elana@sunsetcenter.org. When emailing please include the following information:

School Name
Teacher Name(s)
Grade Level(s)
Students per Class
Chaperone Count
Classroom Schedule
Tech Availability (Projectors, Wi-Fi, etc.)

This program is provided at NO cost. The only cost not covered by us is the transportation cost from your school to the Sunset Center on the day of the matinee performance. If your school is unable to participate due to a lack of funding for transportation, please contact elana@sunsetcenter.org. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

NOTE: Chaperone Policy - We seat teachers, students, and families together and will accommodate as many chaperones as possible, however, priority seating is given to students in the auditorium.

Past Classroom Connections Artists:

Bob Berky

Handsome Little Devils

SpectorDance

JazzReach

Diavolo

Smuin Contemporary Ballet

Kevin Spencer

Ten West

Mariachi Sol De Mexico

The Acting Company

MatheMagic