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Grantee Database

Grant Year

2018-19

Grant Program

Youth Arts Action

Award Amount

$14,400.00

Project Description

With support from the California Arts Council WEST Creative Performing Arts will offer BACKSTAGE PASS TECHNICAL THEATRE crew and internship programs at all six summer theatre program locations. This is a comprehensive technical theatre program inclusive of practical applications and job-ready skills development. Hands on training in a multi-tiered program, opportunity ranges from range from foundational knowledge to design programming & teaching artist training internships.

Organization Summary

The Power of Play – Dynamic Arts Education for Schools
Transforming education through vibrant performing arts integration, sparking creativity and engagement in K-12 classrooms.
* Professional Development: Our Embedded Arts Integration residencies and educator training programs empower teachers to weave the arts into K-12 curricula, igniting student potential.
* Tailored Engagements: Customized workshops, residencies, and performances deliver impactful Arts Integration and Education for K-12 students, fostering creativity and connection.

Performing Arts Academy (Ages 5-24)
From curious beginners to aspiring pre-professionals, our academy unleashes creativity and hones talent through dynamic classes: Acting, Voice, Classical and Modern Scene Study, Creative Movement, Playwriting, Audition Techniques, Play Production, and more, igniting a lifelong passion for the performing arts.

Arts Evolved – Community Reconciliation Through Shared Storytelling
Arts Evolved programs amplify underrepresented voices and foster transformative community connections.
* Healing History: Empowers youth to explore cultural heritage and historical narratives through multi-perspective storytelling. Through innovative partnerships, it bridges ideological and physical divides, promoting reconciliation and shared humanity through performances and workshops, transforming lives via the performing arts.
* Sea of Strength: Champions neurodiverse youth, embracing the challenge of promoting self-efficacy and advocacy. We offer trained instructors, peer-to-peer mentorship, and adaptive curricula, creating transformative opportunities for students with learning differences and disabilities.

Creative Futures (Ages 18-24)
* Backstage Pass: Equips youth for theatre careers through hands-on training in Technical Theatre or Arts Education, offering expert instruction and practical experience. This free, mentorship-driven program builds skills, confidence, and creative industry pathways.
* Arts Incubation: Empowers youth to craft original public performances through direct mentorship and free access to WEST’s resources. Guided by mentors at the Broadway Playhouse, participants create community-driven art, sparking innovation and collaboration.

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