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.
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 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 including Alvin Ailey, Ulysses Dove, and Geoffrey Holder. 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, Chair [McCormick & Co. ]
Maureen Mulima, Vice Chair [Dream Katcherz]
Kwame Ndzibah, Treasurer [Chesapeake Business Partners]
Brook Johnson, Board Member
Tracy Smith Woodby, Board Member [Marriott International]
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.text and more, and have its own menu attached.
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 Alvin Ailey. 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 aspects of art such as theatre, choreography, dance history, language and geography that were heavily influenced by the African Diaspora.
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 Schomberg Center for Black Research and Culture and Ochos, Rios Jamaica to visit St. Ann. This year we are visiting the Carribean Coast of Costa Rica to learn about the people of Limon.
Students attend various workshops that will 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 to contribute to a presentation on their diverse experiences throughout the program. Dancing Many Drums is gives the youth of our community a chance to receive art education beyond a traditional school setting.
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
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
CURRENT/UPCOMING EVENTS
Monday June 14- Sacred Circle Belly Dance Showcase 7:00pm
Eubie Blake Cultural Center $5
Saturday June 19-Rayn Fall Dance Summer concert 4:00pm
Location: Goucher College Kraushaar Auditorium
1021 Dulaney Valley Road Baltimore, MD 21204-2794
Advance Tix: $16 Adults/$11 children
For tickets call 410.235.0654
Monday June 21- Thursday July 22-Summer Intensive Youth Dance Program
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
Location: TBD
Saturday September 11- Rayn Fall Dance Open House Registration 10:00am-2:30pm
Saturday September 18- Rayn Fall Dance 2010-11 Session Begins
PAST EVENTS
Saturday January 9th- Rayn Fall Dance Studio Late Registration, Open House 9:30am-3:00pm. Offering classes for ages 3 and Up. Limited Spaces available. Inquire today questions_raynfalldance.org /410.235.0654 click here for Rayn Fall Dance Brochure 2009-10
Monday January 11th & Thursday January 14th- Sacred Circle: Adult Wellness Classes resume. Mondays- North African Belly Dance 7:00-8:30pm & Thursdays- Afro-Modern Dance 7:00-8:30pm For more info email: Sacredcircleawp_gmail.com
Monday January 18th - Rayn Fall Dance Youth Company will be performing a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. at the Walter's Arts Museum 3:00pm in collaboration with Wombworks Productions . FREE and Open to the Public for more info click here Walters Art Museum-MLK Tribute
Saturday February 20th 9:30am-2:30pm Join MUSE 360 at our Friends and Family Day for our ' Brick by Brick ' Campaign. Free and Open to the public
Saturday April 24th - Brick By Brick 2010 Annual Awards Benefit 7:00-11:00pm
Douglass-Myers Maritime Museum 1417 Thames St. Baltimore, MD 21231
Individual Ticket Donation: $50 Live Music, Performances, Hors d'oeuvres, Open Bar, Awards Ceremony. Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Join Rayn Fall Dance Studio on
Saturday September 11th for a Free Open House from
9:30am-2:30pm
Here you can:
*Register for the 2010-11 Season
* Purchase Dancewear
* Purchase the 2010 RFDS DVD
* Sample a Dance Class
* Meet the Instructors
* And Much More!
FOR MORE INFO VISIT
www.raynfalldance.org
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Ph:410.235.0654 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.
