Press room
The people and programs of COCA have been featured in print, on TV and on radio. Read about some of those features below.
Media
COCA fact sheet- Organization Overview
- Mission and Values
- Programs and Services
- Photo downloads for media purposes
VideosCOCA Dedication Ceremony November 4, 2005
COCA's work in the community.
COCA in the news
Take a look at some articles, other news sites have written about COCA artists, students, alumni, faculty and staff.
View the Antonio Douthit Story: I am a Dancer
COCA's Summer Instructor, Daisha Graf is 100% trend-worthy. Read the article.
Antonio is praised by the New York Times! Read the article.
Antonio Douthit and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in reviews.
Le Figaro (July. 9, 2009).
New York Times (Jan. 1, 2008).
Wall Street Journal (Dec. 27, 2007).
News and Press Releases
- Sign up for Fall and Winter/Spring Classes now -
Members can enroll in programs through the spring of 2011 both on line and through the paper registration form. Open registration begins August 6. Become a member.
- COCA Names Kelly Lamb Pollock as Executive Director -
Current General Manager Succeeds Founding Director. Pollock, was selected after an extensive national search. Pollock will assume her new role on July 1, 2010.
- Maymester -
May is a great time to sample some great new classes or to bridge the gap before summer classes commence. View a schedule of the month.
- Summer Arts Classes -
COCA offers an 11-week summer session of arts classes for children, teens and adults in beginner (recreational) levels through advanced technique. Download a full .pdf of all Summer Classes.
- COCA Flash Mob -
Dance enthusiasts “erupted spontaneously” in dance at Kiener Plaza on March 13. Watch the video.
- Summer Arts Camps -
June 7 – August 20. Registration open now for both U. City and Creve Coeur locations. Download a pdf of 2010 COCA Summer Camps. Register on line.
- COCA Holiday Hours -
COCA will close at noon on Thursday, December 31 and remain closed until Monday, January 4 at 9:00am.
- Winter/Spring Programs -
Classes begin January 11-18. Register on line. Download a full year guide or a Winter/Spring supplement pdf.
- COCA Winter Break Day Camps -
Half- and full-day winter break camps for ages 3-11, week of December 21, 22, 23. Download information.
- COCA Announces Retirement of Founding Director, Stephanie Riven -
Riven will retire on June 30, 2010 after 22 years. Riven will be joining the firm of David Bury & Associates in New York City and will continue to consult with COCA.
- COCA Welcomes Alicia Graf -
Pre-Professional Dance Coordinator, Assistant Director of COCAdance and Coordinator of the modern dance program. Watch a video recently featured on HEC TV.
- COCAcabana MADNESS was a tremendous success -
- Spring Break Arts Camps -
Week-long arts courses are a fun way to spend spring break and learn something new!
- 2008-2009 COCA Family Theatre Series -
St. Louis’ first and foremost series for family audiences.
- COCA Summer Arts Camps and Classes -
Summer programs are available for children, teens and adults.
- Animated Guests Raise Funds at COCAcabana -
Annual event showcases St. Louisans’ creativity. See photos of the event.
- Interchange and the St. Louis Public Schools celebrate Arts Education Month -
Announcement of public and private grants totaling $540,000.
- Area cultural institutions back Database of the Arts -
COCA joins other St. Louis cultural organizations to create a regional arts marketing effort.
- KETC’s Emmy Award-Winning Show Living St. Louis features COCA -
View videos of these shows.
- 06/17/2010 SAINT LOUIS ARTIST JILL DOWNEN AND DESIGN STUDIO act3 WIN INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION
Artist Jill Downen and design studio act3 were chosen from sixty national and international artists to create a permanent sculpture installation to be housed in COCA. - 06/11/2010 COCA Names Kelly Lamb Pollock as Executive Director
Pollock, who currently serves as COCA’s general manager, was selected after an extensive national search. Pollock will assume her new role on July 1, 2010. - 10/19/2009 Stephanie Riven Honored by Arts and Education Council with Lifetime Achievement in the Arts Award.
Presented since 1992, the St. Louis Arts Award is the preeminent award honoring individuals and organizations who achieve a legacy of artistic excellence, and businesses that enrich St. Louis’ arts and cultural community. - 10/06/2009 Fred Garbo Inflatable Theater Co.
Theatre, dance, comedy, and amazing props are incorporated in this larger-than-life production. - 09/24/2009 ArtsPower’s Production of Laura Ingalls Wilder
Laura Ingalls Wilder kicks off the 2009-2010 COCA Family Theatre Series October 2-4. - 09/17/2009 FALL FUNDRAISER
Emmy Award-winning tap dancer Jason Samuels Smith featured. - 08/11/2009 “The Mothering Coach” Becky Brittain Joins COCA Faculty
Nationally recognized therapist, author, and public speaker to lead early childhood development classes beginning September 8. - 08/07/2009 Single Ticket Sales Open September 1!
Single ticket sales for the COCA Family Theatre Series open September 1.
Contact the Marketing Department
The Marketing Department supports and promotes programs and services of COCA.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Nancy Goldstein (Director of Marketing) - (314) 725-1834 x112 -
Lori Otta (Graphic Designer) - (314) 725-1834 x137 -
Master Artist Series workshop with Michael Eastman
Sep 11 - Sep 12, 2010
An intensive two-day digital photography workshop for advanced photographers 18 years+.
