Terrance Simien's "Creole for Kidz" Program

A multicultural arts-in-education “informance” (informational performance) that has reached over 250,000 K-12 students, parents and educators at schools, art centers and festivals around the globe in places far away from Louisiana. This unique program has informed and engaged young and family audiences in Australia, Mali, Paraguay and all over Canada!

The Creole for Kidz & The History of Zydeco program is of course centered on the indigenous zydeco music of the French speaking Creoles of south Louisiana and is accompanied by a 6 page study guide used to help prepare the students in advance for the performance.

“This production was a huge success. The school and the Mayors Office continue to get calls almost daily from parents and teachers in thanks for the presentation they attended. During each performance the connection between Simien, his band and the teacher/student audience was almost palpable. While having the time of their lives, students and teachers were learning new things in an interactive environment while affirming each other’s diversity. It was beautiful to observe such a positive experience!” - Sabrina Beach, Development Director, Epiphany Day School.

“Terrance Simien is a model of success. He has taken his role very seriously and the materials developed for the students are both professional and informative. We need more programs like this that provide information and instill pride of heritage in the young Creoles of this community." - Louise Chargois, Instructional Supervisor, Social Studies Lafayette Parish School System.

Terrance Simien brings Zydeco and "Creole For Kidz" to the ASC, Thursday, May 6, at 6 P.M. tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate. Call (205) 975-ARTS for tickets. Hope to see you there!