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PROGRAMS — YOUTH DRAMA WORKSHOPS
In 1993, New Perspectives created an intensive workshop program that would bring young people directly into the theatre space to create their own performance projects. In small groups of 15-25, children learn and use a variety of theatre techniques and directed writing exercises that help them to identify important issues and themes in their lives, and translate these into dramatic scenes, monologues or short plays based on their personal experiences and interests. The workshops help improve participants' literacy, observation and communication skills. An important compnent of the program is childen's ability to take ownership of the entire project and to present it to their families and peers in a professional setting, which improves their self-confidence, self-esteem, and interpersonal skills. Depending upon the ages of the youth involved, the program also incorporates an introduction to production and design requirements, and participants receive hands-on experience in producing their own pieces. Projects to date include:
- Magic in the Parks
In the summer of 1997, NP conducted a 6-week drama workshop for children aged 10-15 in Bayside, Queens. Meeting three times a week, students learned about acting, dancing and writing in 3-hour workshops. Participants created a 15-minute play that was incorporated into a culminating event at the Central Park Bandshell that featured participants from four other workshops (one in each borough). This performance included a song and dance finale created for the event and performed by all the children (about 75 in all). The program was sponsored by the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation and administered by Community Works.
For more information about our Youth Drama Workshop program, please feel free to contact us.
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