Wolf Trap Artist Leslie Montgomery
Artist's Name:
	Leslie Montgomery
Area of Expertise:
	Music, Creative Movement, Creative Drama
Educational Philosophy:
	Music, movement and drama are powerful. To children, moving and dramatic play are natural. Music and songs help children learn things more easily. Children's creative drama is a rehearsal for life. The performing arts are powerful teaching tools which can be used by anyone.
Approach:
	The relationship between the kids and myself is most important. I try to make every child special. I use a variety of teaching methods incorporating the idea of multiple intelligences.
Key Performances:
	• Director of Summer Theater for at-risk youth • Eastern Michigan University Collegium • Queen of the Miraculous Medal Christmas and Easter Community Dinners • Jackson Community Camp for the Arts "A Night With The Stars"
Education/Certification:
	• Eastern Michigan University - Music Major, Theater for the Young Minor •  Nonprofit Leadership Certification • Associate of Arts, Jackson Community College
Other Affiliations:
	•  Executive Director, Jackson School of the Arts • Board of Directors, Michigan Shakespeare Festival • Jackson Mentoring Collaborative • Cultural Organizations of Jackson County • Arts and Cultural Alliance Assessment Work Group Chair

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