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York's Arts Scene Gets a Big Boost

York, USAFriday, January 16, 2026
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York College, DreamWrights Center for Community Arts, and York Country Day School have joined forces to expand arts education and boost cultural growth in York County.

Goals and Vision

  • Spark creativity and community engagement
  • Position York County as a cultural hotspot
  • Expand programs in visual and performing arts
  • Introduce a theater minor at York College

Key Contributions

  • DreamWrights will offer students hands-on experience in:
  • Performance
  • Technical theater
  • Arts management
  • Community development

Leadership Perspectives

  • Eric Miller (DreamWrights Head)
  • Believes the collaboration will highlight York as an arts hub
  • Doug Key (York Country Day School Head)
  • Envisions a seamless arts education path from elementary to college
  • Thomas Burns (York College President)
  • Aims to provide real-world experience while supporting local arts

Community Impact

  • Shared resources (spaces, performances)
  • Increased accessibility to arts education
  • Fostering a more creative and vibrant York

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