TRaC is back.

And better than ever!

As if you didn’t know — the spring Teen Reviewers and Critics (TRaC) program is your golden ticket to the NYC arts world.  Far more than just an introduction, this is a unique, FREE opportunity for committed high school sophomores, juniors and seniors to spend 10 weeks going deep into NYC’s live music, theater, dance and visual arts scenes.  (Now ya’ know!)

Come together with people from different backgrounds and schools who want to explore the arts and sharpen their critical eye.  Imagine yourself and these 12 peers attending world-class performances and cutting-edge exhibitions, meeting professional artists and critics, and breaking it down in weekly two-hour workshops.  All while improving your writing!

Applications are due on March 4th.

To learn more, download an application and a flier, follow the link…..

What do you do in the TRaC program?

Just a little bit of this:

• Attend at least 5 performances and/or exhibitions
• Experience the NYC arts world with behind-the-scenes access
• Learn from high-profile professional artists and critics
• Expand your critical writing and dialogue skills
• Publish reviews read by thousands
• Meet like-minded peers from all over NY and NJ
• Master New York City’s public transportation system
• Discover more about yourself!

All TRaC sections meet weekly for a two-hour workshop (4:30 – 6:30 p.m.) and every other week for one additional weekday or weekend outing. That’s 8 workshops and 5 shows! ArtsConnection partners with the most cutting edge and prestigious cultural organizations to bring you the best of NYC. All classes run from March 16 through May 22.   Choose from five offerings:

DanceTRaC – meets Fridays, March 19 – May 21
In partnership with the Dance Theater Workshop

Visual Arts TRaC – meets Thursdays, March 18 – May 20
In partnership with The MAD Museum

Theater TRaC – meets Wednesdays, March 17 – May 19
In partnership with The Public Theater

Music TRaC – meets Thursdays, March 18 – May 20
In partnership with Carnegie Hall

Multi TRaC (a bit of everything) – meets Wednesdays, March 17 – May 19

Download an application form or a TRaC flier.  Visit www.high5tix.org/TRAC for more information.

Questions? Contact Eric Ost, TRaC Program Director, at 212-453-9485 or .

Want to learn more?

Join us for the Spring TRaC Open House!  Meet former TRaC participants and instructors, ask about their experiences, get a preview of the spring program and, just for coming, receive TWO FREE TIX to any High 5 show. Of course, light refreshments will be served.  The details:

The Spring TRaC Open House
Thursday, February 25th, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Our NEW Headquarters
520 8th Avenue (between 36th and 37th), 3rd Floor
RSVP to Eric Ost, 212-453-9485 or

We hope you’ll join us!