by Sarah Witmer | Jan 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
On Wednesday, Democracy and the Arts students, as well as community members, gathered via Zoom for a playback theater performance. When preparing for today’s class, I had not realized that we would be getting to see Verbal Gymnastics in action. It was a...
by Sarah Witmer | Jan 28, 2022 | Uncategorized
Although our four weeks of interim are drawing to an end, Democracy and the Arts is not the kind of class one can simply tie a neat little bow on and back away, not to be seen again for years. The work done in this class with hopefully ripple out into the world for...
by Sarah Witmer | Jan 26, 2022 | Uncategorized
On Wednesday, January 26th, we will be meeting with John A. Johnson, founder of Verbal Gymnastics Theater Company. As described on the organization’s Facebook page, “Verbal Gymnastics is an interactive theater company where storytelling and art meet the...
by Sarah Witmer | Jan 18, 2022 | Uncategorized
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Des Moines Art Festival, an annual street party celebrating local art of all kinds. During the festivities, Western Gateway Park is bustling with live music, dancing, and street vendors. The event is a crucial time for local...
by Sarah Witmer | Jan 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Hello everyone! My name is Sarah Witmer (she/her). I am a sophomore Theater major with a concentration in Management Studies. I am thrilled to be a part of Democracy and the Arts this January, despite the program shifting remote due to COVID-19. I will be Zooming in...
