VSA Orange County's "Virtual" Very Special Arts Festival

In partnership with the Orange County Department of Education and VSA Orange County, the annual “Very Special Arts” Festival is held each spring to culminate year-round, school and community based arts program efforts, including hands-on workshops, demonstrations, performances, and a visual art exhibit, serving all ages and all disabilities. Although we are unable to gather in person this year, we hope that you will join us in celebrating the artistic accomplishments of individuals with disabilities by browsing the online art gallery, performance videos, and educational activities throughout our Festival Websitehttps://sites.google.com/ocde.us/vsaocfestival

The Virtual Festival Site includes:

An art gallery with over 250 pieces of artwork by students and adults with disabilities
​​Over 15 Performance videos
Over 10 different educational activities to engage students in learning about differently abled people
A special video message from professional actor and long-time friend of VSA OC, William Allen Young, who has been the Master of Ceremonies for over 30 years.
A special message from long-time ASL Interpreter, Paula Dunn who has accompanied the MC for the Festival for over 30 years.
Storytime, with poetry and song, inspired by artwork with Jessica Hayes Nunez Improv Artist.
A site-wide scavenger hunt to encourage students to look through the art gallery and view performances.