Welcome to the quirky, cool, and totally fantastic state of Rhode Island, or as we affectionately call it: RI! It's not just a state, it's an entire world squeezed into a tiny package, much like a sardine can full of unicorns. RI is a place where kids aren't just kids; they are mini maestros, junior jazz artists, and pint-sized pop stars, all thanks to the magical power of music. In the heart of this tiny titan of a state, we find Musicville, an invisible city that only those with a rhythm in their hearts can see. Here, let me introduce you to our hero, Beethoven the Beatboxing Beaver. Now, don't let his buck teeth or flat tail fool you. Beethoven can drop a beat better than any DJ. He's an RI kid - and by that, we mean "Really Incredible." In Musicville, every day is a new song, literally! Kids wake up to the sound of alarm clocks playing jazz. They brush their teeth to the rhythm of reggae, and even their school buses hum in harmony. Beethoven and his buddies, including Mozart the Moosical Moose and Tchaikovsky the Techno Tiger, groove their way through each day. They're not just playing music; they're living it! From composing symphonies in sandboxes to conducting concertos on jungle gyms, these RI kids are making music an unforgettable adventure. And the best part? Their tunes are as infectious as a laughing fit in a library! So, if you ever find yourself in RI, just follow the sound of Beethoven the Beatboxing Beaver's beats, and you'll find yourself in the most melodious place on earth, where every kid is a maestro, and every day is a musical masterpiece!
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DEBUT Creative Center & Theater-Studio is a dual-language (English–Russian) program where kids explore creativity, confidence, and self-expression. From theater and dance to fencing and stage performance, children can try new activities and discover their unique talents. Small class sizes let instructors give each child personalized attention, helping them feel comfortable, supported, and confident as they learn. Kids build artistic skills while also developing social confidence, teamwork, and poise on stage and in everyday life. Our programs celebrate each child’s individuality, combining fun, hands-on experiences with a focus on personal growth—all while keeping Russian language and culture an important part of the curriculum.
The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center has been a hub of activity for nearly 100 years. Founded in 1922 by a group of trustees of the Newport Historical Society, the Center was originally known as the Newport Community Center. In June of 1968, the Center was renamed in honor of Dr. King in order to recognize and honor his legacy. Since its incorporation, the Center has served as a gathering place for people of all communities and cultures. From its original location in the Great Friends Meeting House on the corner of Marlborough and Farewell Streets, the Center has moved to its current home in the former Navy USO building in Newport’s Washington Square neighborhood. For nearly a century, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center has been a source of recreation, connection, and inspiration for people of all backgrounds. The Center was originally established in 1922 as the Newport Community Center, and provided recreational activities for the town’s residents. The founders, a group of trustees of the Newport Historical Society, wanted to breathe new life into the Great Friends Meeting House, while honoring the legacy of its founders. In June of 1968, the Center was renamed in honor of Dr. King, and the Center moved to the former Navy USO building in Newport’s Washington Square neighborhood. Since then, the Center has been a place of connection and celebration for people from all walks of life.