The River Performing and Visual Arts Center
Mission
The River, a program of TUTS Education, provides accessible, affordable, fine arts education for children, ages 2 -19, who have disabilities, chronic illnesses, or are economically disadvantaged. Siblings are welcome. The River offers year-round, barrier-free classes in music, art, drama and dance. Financial aid is available.
Programs Offered at The River
Saturday Mornings *
Weekly one-hour classes, 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM during the school year.
Summer Camps (six weeks) *
One-week summer camp sessions, Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM.
Classes in the Community
Hospitals, schools and social service organizations receive classes in fine arts.
One Day Musical Theatre Workshops *
Held each semester at our Bagby offices.
The River Performance Troupe
Students learn song and dance routines and perform at community events.
Volunteer Program
Feel a sense of accomplishment through helping others; services or credit hours are avaiable.
* A nurse is on staff for these River programs.
The History of The River Performing and Visual Arts Center
The River Volunteer Information Center
The River Performing and Visual Arts Center is partially funded by:
The Brown Foundation, Inc.
Ray C. Fish Foundation
The Fondren Foundation
The Hamill Foundation
George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation
Haynes and Boone, LLP
Houston Endowment, Inc.
Jack H. and William M. Light Charitable Trust
MacDonald - Peterson Foundation
The Medallion Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts
Salners Foundation
Robert Schwann - Anne Kriescher Foundation
The Simmons Foundation
Spindletop Charities, Inc.
Texas Commission on the Arts
Theta Charity Antiques Show
Anne R. Wilford Endowment Fund