For each production, Institute staff develops a study guide, a tool that extends the production into the classroom curriculum. Guides features a synopsis, vocabulary exercises, background information, and often includes costume sketches and set renderings. Design concepts and technical terms provide students with things to look for at the performance. Classroom activities, ideas for writing assignments and suggested interdisciplinary connections to the NYS Education Department's Learning Standards for teachers are included in the “after the performance” section.
Please note: download times vary due to file sizes; your patience is greatly appreciated. Guides and additional materials are posted online as soon as possible prior to each production. Most materials are provided in .pdf (portable document format), requiring the Adobe Reader. You can download the most recent version directly from Adobe.
For additional information on these programs and services, contact Education Director Christine Saplin at 518.274.3286, or by e-mail.