MUSE 360 © is a non-profit dedicated to improving the community through art programming and events.
We believe in providing alternative educational services beyond a traditional setting to increase cultural, artistic and professional development opportunities, provide programming that promotes cross cultural experiences and intra-communal exchanges and provide support services for educational and social & corporate institutions.
Learn more about Muse 360 by watching our amazing video ( below) directed and edited by Nommo Theatre Video.
MUSE 360 © in the name represents the inspiration that comes from our communities to bring about the creation of unity . The use of 360 specifically represents the interconnectedness of the various arts ultimately relying on one another to create.
Muse 360 © is a non-profit organization that uses the arts to educate, build confidence, instill discipline, and drive cultural awareness while creating and empowering leaders in the Baltimore Community .MUSE 360 © is a nonprofit 501 © 3 corporation that was started in 2005 to provide quality, affordable, arts programming in Baltimore City by artist, educator, and writer Sharayna Christmas-Rose. In its inaugural year , the organization created 3 core programs,:Rayn Fall Dance Studio, Dancing Many Drums: An Arts Education Program, and Sacred Circle: Adult Wellness Program. These sub-organizations offer programming, performances and/or workshops in the area of dance, theater, visual arts, and music to over 1000 patrons per year. MUSE 360 attracted critical acclaim, with feature articles in The Baltimore Sun and Baltimore’s Best, City Paper,African American Heritage Festival press conference and radio appearances on WEAA.
MUSE 360 © has been able to offer a variety of opportunities that address important issues and at the same time represent the interests of the community
Leadership
Sharayna Christmas Rose (Executive Director, MUSE 360 ©)-is a dancer, writer, and educator. She has been dancing for over 16 years. Her training began at the Dance Theater of Harlem (DTH) at the age of 3. She has performed the works of many choreographers . She is currently the Executive Director of MUSE 360 © an arts non-profit organization that that works towards empowering the Baltimore City community to use arts as a tool to facilitate change. MUSE 360 © serves as the umbrella to Rayn Fall Dance Studio, Illustrations Community Arts Project, and Sacred Circle: Adult Wellness Program. These sub-organizations offer programming and/or workshops in the area of dance, theatre, visual arts, music, holistic healing and much more. Mrs. Christmas-Rose holds a BS in Finance from Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD.
Board of Directors
Heather L. Jennings
Brook Johnson
Tracy Smith Woodby
Gozi Young
J. V. Scott
MUSE 360 © strives to provide programs that will increase participants awareness of social, political, and cultural conditions to ultimately improve the quality of their lives.
MISSION
To provide people of diverse backgrounds with an opportunity to receive training in dance, while receiving exposure in the allied arts.
HISTORY
Rayn Fall Dance Studio (RFDS) was founded in January of 2004 by Sharayna A. Christmas-Rose. It has emerged as a preparatory dance venue that is comprised of a reparatory school and company. RFDS strives to offer the highest quality of dance instruction while offering programs that parallel the needs of the community we serve. Our programs are designed to accommodate, nurture, and develop the techniques of students of all ages and levels of ability. Rayn Fall Dance Studio provides a supportive and structured environment that encourages individuality, creative expression and an appreciation for the art of dance.
The Schools faculty encompasses such principal training ranging from Classical Ballet to North African Belly Dance from such world-renowned companies that include but are not limited to Dance Theatre of Harlem and Philadanco. Expert instruction is offered to both students who are training for professional careers in dance, as well as to those who are interested in simply experiencing the joy and benefits of dance training.
Today Rayn Fall Dance Studio is a resident dance institution at the Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center and continues to be the source of dance technique, providing dancers with an ongoing experience in learning to see, understand, and explore movement. The school's comprehensive programs strive to build self-esteem, enabling students to develop to their fullest potential and to excel in their chosen endeavors. Our purpose is to offer a positive atmosphere that will help instill discipline and encourage creativity through dance by motivating, developing and igniting the inner spirit.
Dancing Many Drums (DMD): Arts Education Project was created in 2007 to offer youth an opportunity to explore the African Diaspora utilizing tools such as theatre, dance, poetry, music, historical research and geography.
Since inception, DMD has been offered in over 12 Baltimore City and County Schools and has had 3 summer programs. Summer scholars have visited New York City to study at the Schomburg Center for Black Research and Culture, St. Ann Jamaica, and the Caribbean Coast of Costa Rica to learn about the people of Limon.
Dancing Many Drums gives the youth of our community a chance to receive art education beyond a traditional school setting. Students attend various workshops that focus on key areas of performing arts. Our goal is to encourage youth to have a sense of pride and individuality as they prepare collectively for a performance based on their diverse experiences throughout the program.
Vision: For every student to be able to use art as a means to facilitate change
Principles of DMD
1.Pride
2.Individuality
3.Collectiveness
4.Passion
5.Intelligence
6.Perseverance
7.Substance
8.Growth
For more info on performances, residencies ,etc call 410.235.0654
2011 DANCING MANY DRUMS SUMMER PROGRAM
JULY 11- AUGUST 5 (4 WEEKS)
MONDAY-FRIDAY
8:30AM-4:30PM
PUERTO RICO
JULY 21-27
TUITION: $75 WEEKLY
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: 443.297.9379
Sacred Circle: Adult Wellness Program was created in 2006 to serve the needs of adults in our community seeking to experience the joy and exploration of movement while improving flexibility and health immunity. For more info email us at sacredcircleawp_gmail.com
Be a part of Muse 360
DONATE
MUSE 360 © understands the importance and the reality of fundraising. Contributions are absolutely critical to fulfilling our mission. Donations help us keep our commitment to provide the highest level of programming at an affordable cost while being able to operate efficiently and effectively throughout each session. We are aiming to make the funding initiative a joint effort in raising funds for MUSE 360 ©. No donation is too small!
* $50 will cover the cost of Rayn Fall Dance tuition for 1 month
* $150 will pay for dance attire for 10 dancers
* $200 will enable 30 Senior Citizens to receive a movement class 3 times a week
* $500 will enable a talented student to attend the Rayn Fall Dance Studio
* $1000 will allow 50 inner-city children to see a MUSE 360 © performance for FREE
* $2500 will give 3 Baltimore City School an opportunity to experience Dancing Many
Drums: Arts Education Project
INTERN
MUSE 360 © seeks bright, enthusiastic, responsible interns. Candidates must be willing to work hard, learn new skills, and take on real responsibility in the organization and their community. Also required are strong organizational and computer skills (MSWord, and Web applications helpful). A professional manner required for friendly studio and office work environment. Ideal for student or recent graduate interested in a career in performing art programming.
As part of MUSE 360 ©s mandate to provide resources to emerging artists, our intern program encourages important skill development to people interested in working in the performing art world or with the community . Only candidates with enthusiasm, an eagerness to learn, and a commitment to the goals of MUSE 360 © will be considered.
Interns will work directly with the Executive Director, learning about and assisting with ALL aspects of operations, including planning, expanding and promoting all programs and events , grant writing and development. Intern responsibilities will include reception, archive and database maintenance, mailings, filing, assisting with contract preparation, correspondence and phone contact with artists,and the public; also assisting with various programs and special event preparation. Extensive training will be given to the right people.
Minimum commitment is based on schedule. Minimum commitment of five months (or one semester). This is an unpaid internship opportunity, university course credit arrangements encouraged.
Please send a resume with a note of interest by e-mail to muse360inc_gmail.com with internship in the subject line. Resumes will be kept on file until an opening becomes available.
VOLUNTEER
Empower the community by volunteering. No matter what your experience and skills are in the art world, we welcome all to volunteer with MUSE 360 © . Volunteers are essential to our success. Your time and effort will translate into helping a child, mentoring, or providing support for MUSE 360 © administration. You can choose how often and in what capacity to help.
For more info email muse360inc_gmail.com
MUSE 360 works with a variety of partners to better serve the community. We are always looking for more ways to partner with local, national or international organizations. Please see a list of partners below:
Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center www.eubieblake.org
WombWork Productions Inc. www.wombwork.com
Nommo Theatre Baltimore, MD nommotheatre.com
My Sister's Place Baltimore, MD www.catholiccharities-md.org/my-sisters-place/msp/
Dance Theatre of Harlem New York, NY www.dancetheatreofharlem.org
HIGHLIGHTS
Programming in over 10 Baltimore City/County Schools
during the 2008-09 school year.
study the African Diaspora of the Arts in Jamaica in 2009
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
For more info click brochure below
MUSE360_capitalcampaign2011.pdf
CURRENT/UPCOMING EVENTS
PAST EVENTS - ( last 6 months)
Saturday March 12 Muse 360 Friends & Family free Open House
11:00am-12 noon- Free Performance & Presentation
12:15pm-1:15pm- FREE Hip Hop Class Observation and Participation
Saturday April 16th Muse 360 Brick By Brick 2011 Annual Awards Benefit
Douglass-Myers Maritime Museum 1417 Thames St. Baltimore, MD 21231
Individual Ticket Donation: $50 Sunday, February 6, 3:00 p.m. Rayn Fall Dance Performance ensemble will be performing at the Baltimore Museum of art FREE African-American History Month Family Day: Maryland Icons
Saturday December 11th 2 Shows 11:00 & 1:30pm
Rayn Fall Dance Studio's Annual Winter Showcase
'Dancing in the New Year' at Reginald F. Lewis Museum
Saturday September 11- Rayn Fall Dance Open House Registration Saturday September 18- Rayn Fall Dance 2010-11 Session Begins
Saturday June 19-Rayn Fall Dance Summer concert 4:00pm
Location: Goucher College Kraushaar Auditorium
Saturday April 24th - Brick By Brick 2010 Annual Awards Benefit 7:00-11:00pmDouglass-Myers Maritime Museum
Monday July 12- July 30-Dancing Many Drums: Arts Education Summer Program ( July 14-21 Limon, Costa Rica)
Friday July 30- Dancing Many Drums Performance 6pm
Wedsnesday May 18- In The Shadows of My Mother: Mother's Day Tribute
Join Rayn Fall Dance Studio at their Annual Winter Showcase
" Dancing in the New Year"
Saturday December 10, 2011
2 Shows: 11:00am & 1:00pm
Reginald F. Lewis Museum 830 E. Pratt St. Balt, MD 21202
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Ph:410.235.0654/443..297.9379 fax: 410.225.3139 email:questions_muse360.org location: MUSE 360 847 N. Howard St. Baltimore, MD 21201
MUSE 360 Inc.is a 501(c)(3) Maryland State licensed, federally tax-exempt charitable art organization founded in 2005 by Sharayna Christmas Rose.
MISSION: Muse 360 © is a non-profit organization that uses the arts to educate, build confidence, instill discipline, and drive cultural awareness while creating and empowering leaders in the Baltimore Community .
