Outreach Productions
Empowering Austin's Youth Through Creative Education.
Outreach Productions is a vibrant non-profit organization cultivating a love for the arts in young minds throughout Austin, Texas. Since our humble beginnings in the 1980s, we've championed the potential of arts education to ignite creativity, bolster literacy skills, and empower the next generation.
Outreach Productions extends our heartfelt thanks to our recent grant funders: the City of Austin Cultural Arts Division and the Summerlee Foundation for their generous support.
Programmatic Impact: Strategies for Success
Outreach Productions offers a diverse range of programs designed to spark curiosity, ignite imaginations, and cultivate artistic expression in young learners. Here's a glimpse into what we offer:
A Legacy of Empowering Youth:
For over 30 years, we've been a cornerstone of arts education in Austin, enriching the lives of countless children and young adults.
Amplifying Diverse Voices
We are committed to creating a space where Black artists, POC artists, women artists, and LGBTQ+ artists can thrive.
A Celebration of Community
We believe in the power of arts to bring people together. Our events and programs foster a strong sense of community and cultural connection.
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Programs
Outreach Productions offers a diverse range of programs designed to spark curiosity, ignite imaginations, and cultivate artistic expression in young learners. Here's a glimpse into what we offer:
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Youth Literary Arts
Our core programming offers a unique blend of literacy development and artistic exploration. Children engage in creative writing, storytelling, and visual arts projects, fostering a love for language and artistic expression.
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Family Events
We bring families together through interactive events like puppet shows, storytelling sessions, and art workshops. These programs provide opportunities for creative bonding and cultural exploration for all ages.
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Holiday Celebrations
We celebrate cultural traditions and spread holiday cheer through Christmas and Kwanzaa events filled with music, storytelling, and artistic activities.
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Lesson Plans
We bring literature to life with vibrant, multidisciplinary lesson plans that spark creativity, foster critical thinking, and align perfectly with TEKS guidelines.
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Our Mission
Outreach Productions offers a wide variety of youth programming in the Austin area. Our mission centers on harnessing the power of the arts to foster reading and writing skills development in children aged 3 to 14. At Outreach Productions, our primary objective is to create impactful educational programming that amplifies the voices and talents of often-underrepresented artists, including Black people, people of color (POC), and women artists.β
Nurture a love for reading and writing among children aged 3 to 14.
Provide a platform for underrepresented artists, particularly Black artists, people of color (POC), and women.
Build a strong sense of community through shared artistic experiences.
Celebrate diversity and cultural heritage through engaging programs and events.
Outreach Productions Projects
Outreach Productions is proud of the positive impact we've made on the Austin community. Our programs have empowered countless young people, fostered a love for the arts, and provided a platform for underrepresented voices.
π¨ Outreach Productions Summer Art & Literacy Program
Hosted by Outreach Productions
π African American Cultural & Heritage Facility
912 East 11th Street, Austin, TX 78702
ποΈ Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Saturdays | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
π΅ Free for all participants
π Application Deadline: April 30th
This summer, Outreach Productions invites students ages 10–15 to join our Summer Art & Literacy Program — a fun, hands-on learning experience where creativity and reading come together!
Each week, students will explore painting, illustration, and visual storytelling with professional art instructors while strengthening their literacy skills through engaging, art-based reading and writing activities.
β¨ What to Expect:
- Creative art workshops in painting & illustration
- Guided literacy activities woven into the art projects
- Mentorship from experienced teaching artists
- Field trips on Saturdays (details coming soon!)
- Healthy lunch & snacks provided daily
π Whether your child is a budding artist, a book lover, or just curious to try something new, this free program offers a supportive and joyful space to grow and create.
π§πΎ Open to youth ages 10–15.
π§ Please let us know about any food allergies or health concerns.ο»Ώ
HELP US, HELP OTHERS.
Outreach Productions is driven by a passionate team of educators, artists, and community leaders. If you share our vision of using arts education to empower young people and build a more inclusive community, we invite you to join us!
- Volunteer Your time and talents can make a big difference in the lives of our students.
- Donate Your contributions enable us to continue providing high-quality arts education programs.
- Partner with Us We collaborate with schools, community centers, and other organizations to expand our reach and impact.
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Together, let's cultivate a brighter future for Austin's youth through the transformative power of arts education!
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