Teaching Artistry With Courtney J. Boddie

Meet Sobha Kavanakudiyil, professor at the City College of New York in Educational Theatre. Courtney and Sobha, friends since their grad school days at NYU's Educational Theatre program, reminisce about their respective beginnings in the field of arts education. They discuss the September 11th attacks, becoming entrenched in the field, the importance of mentorship, staying creative and staying the course, future career goals and so much more!

Meet Sobha Kavanakudiyil, professor at the City College of New York in Educational Theatre. Courtney and Sobha, friends since their grad school days at NYU's Educational Theatre program, reminisce about their respective beginnings in the field of arts education. They discuss the September 11th attacks, becoming entrenched in the field, the importance of mentorship, staying creative and staying the course, future career goals and so much more!

Meet Sobha Kavanakudiyil, professor at the City College of New York in Educational Theatre. Courtney and Sobha, friends since their grad school days at NYU's Educational Theatre program, reminisce about their respective beginnings in the field of arts education. They discuss the September 11th attacks, becoming entrenched in the field, the importance of mentorship, staying creative and staying the course, future career goals and so much more!

Hear stories from the field as Courtney discusses her trip to Washington, D.C., for Arts Advocacy Day. Over 700 delegates from around the country ascended onto the nation’s capitol to speak with congressional leaders about the importance of the arts! As a first time participant, hear Courtney’s thoughts on the structure of the sessions and what she learned from her experience! Download this latest episode and follow as her emotional tapestry ebbs and flows as she recounts her passionate storytelling and advocating...also, how tired she was from the intensity of the two-day event!

JAMES MILES, Executive Director of Seattle-based Arts Corps / Master Teaching Artist, has worked in arts education for nearly 20 years. A graduate of Morehouse College and Brandeis University, James is the Former Director of Education at Urban Arts Partnership. He has also facilitated workshops and designed curriculum for the New Victory Theater, Roundabout Theatre, Disney Theatrical Group, Theatre for a New Audience, Center of Arts Education, BAX, Brooklyn Arts, Council, Opening Act and(Out)Laws & Justice. Follow him on Twitter @fresh_professor.

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