Arts and Aging
Tilles Center is proud to offer a variety of engaging, interactive programs for senior citizens, in our ongoing commitment to learners of all ages.
"Research on music, theater, dance, creative writing, and other participatory arts shows promise for improving older adults’ quality of life and well-being, from better cognitive function, memory, and self-esteem to reduced stress and increased social interaction." National Institute on Aging
2024/25 SERIES EVENTS
ARTS & AGING
Tilles Center is proud to announce the continuation of our arts and aging initiatives. The 2024/25 series will include concert events, art making, music workshops, dance and theater classes, and more! These programs, available at no charge, are designed for those with limited mobility, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia and caregivers.
Photo by Erin Bevan
Be sure to Save the Dates!
Monday, September 23, 2024
Music and Memories Concert
Broadway Reflections
Monday, October 28, 2024
Dance Class
Silver Edition Dance, presented by Dancing Classrooms, Long Island
Monday, December 9, 2024
Music and Memories Concert
Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center
Monday, February 24, 2025
Theatre Workshop
With Creative Arts Therapist Cassidy Nelson
Monday, March 24, 2025
Dance Class
Silver Edition Dance, presented by Dancing Classrooms, Long Island
Monday, April 21, 2025
Music and Memories Concert
Jazz at Lincoln Center
More information and registration available 4-6 weeks prior to each event
To contact us with questions or to be added to our mailing list, please email tillesartsed@liu.edu or call 516-299-2388.
2024/25 Arts and Aging Community Partner
Showtime!
Tilles Center welcomes 150,000 visitors annually to enjoy the world’s finest artists across all genres including music, dance, comedy and theater. As a community cultural service provider, we are committed to the preservation and live presentation of all art forms: classical and pop music, jazz, cabaret, dance, cultural programming and theater, including performing arts for children and families.
Senior Discounts for Select Performances, Please contact TillesArtsEd@liu.edu for inquires.
Arts Education Programs are made possible, in part, by the Gilbert and Rose Tilles Endowment for Arts Education.
Additional funding for Community Programs provided by: The Barbara Bell Cumming Charitable Trust, and Sandra L. and Steven P. Harris.