"Discover Theatre Camp" Opens Doors to Oregon’s Foster Children
Portland Oregon (PRWEB) June 17, 2016 -- Two high school students will spend their summer vacation hoping to inspire the next generation of art lovers. Discover Theatre Camp will raise its curtain for the first time in August. “We want to create a safe learning environment for kids who often don’t have the chance to experience the arts,” states Jordyn Mayer, co-creative director.
“Most activities for foster care children focus on sports. Our camp is unique because we’re addressing two overlooked areas; foster children and the arts,” adds Gracie Jacobson, co-creative director, who also frequently performs in productions for Northwest Children’s Theatre and Oregon Children’s Theatre.
Bringing Some Hollywood to Portland
Jordyn recruited her uncle—noted set designer Michael Mayer—to give students hands-on design experience. Mayer served as production designer for "Judging Amy," "Star Trek: Voyager," "LA Law," and "Bones." Other advisors include voice and music coaches and education leaders.
What: Discover Theatre Camp
Date: August 1-5, 2016 (Monday – Friday)
Time: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Holy Cross Catholic School (5227 N. Bowdoin Portland, Oregon 97203)
Cost: $25 (Note: scholarships are available)
Registration: Pre-registration required. Limited availability. http://www.discovertheatre.org
About Discover Theatre
Discover Theatre is a non-profit organization that provides a safe and fun learning environment for children who otherwise may not have the opportunity to learn about the arts. The summer drama camp is open to foster care children in the first through eighth grades. Camp participants will learn a song, a choreographed dance and a scene they will showcase at the end of the week for their families/friends. Students also have the chance to create their own sets and costumes as well as learn improvisation games and acting and singing techniques. Camp volunteers include High School juniors and seniors with theater experience along with adults working in the arts as well as education.
To make a donation to fund student scholarships: visit http://www.discovertheatre.org
Sunshine Morrison, Discover Theatre, http://www.discovertheatre.org, +1 2069069433, [email protected]
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