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TRUE COLORS: OUT YOUTH THEATER @ THE THEATER OFFENSIVE
True Colors leverages the power of theater to eradicate isolation and fear caused by bigotry and discrimination.
TRUE COLORS: OUT YOUTH THEATER
TOURING/BOOKING
AUDITIONS
TRUE COLORS SUMMER COMPANY
INTERNSHIPS
VOLUNTEER
JOB POSTINGS
DONATE
CONTACT US
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TRUE COLORS: OUT YOUTH THEATER
True Colors is one of the nation's first and only touring theater programs of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth and their straight allies (LGBTQQA), ages 14-22. True Colors' original work captures the complexities of the lives of LGBTQQA youth, their experiences of dealing with discrimination, and their hopes for the future. Troupe members tour their original play to schools, community groups and events throughout New England.
TRUE COLORS TOURING/BOOKING
An estimated 30,000 youth in Massachusetts identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT). The most recent Massachusetts Youth Risk Behavior Survey results show that, in comparison to their straight peers, youth who identify as LGB are over three times more likely to have missed school in the past month because of feeling unsafe, over four times more likely to have been injured or threatened with a weapon at school, and over four times more likely to have attempted suicide in the past year. These statistics cannot be ignored. It's time to show our support of LGBT students and put a stop to discrimination and violence in our schools and our communities.
Help your students feel safe and supported. True Colors is now booking performances, previews and workshops through June 2010. Let us help you show YOUR true colors.
Performances
Each season, troupe members tour their original 30-minute show to up to 20 schools, community groups and events, performing for up to 2,000 audience members across New England. After each performance, the troupe leads a 20-minute post-show discussion with the audience. This discussion enables the audience to ask frank questions about the creation process, the youth and LGBTQQA issues in general. The discussion is assisted by a learning guide with customized resources, articles and activities for and about LGBTQQ youth and allies. Upcoming tour dates:
- May 5 - June 12, 2009
- December 1, 2009 - January 22, 2010
- May 4 - June 11, 2010
Preview Performances
A preview performance is an opportunity for the cast and crew to fine tune the show based on the response of a live audience. Often there will be changes made based on feedback from preview performances. Contact us for more details on discounts if you book a preview performance. Upcoming performance preview dates:
- April 21 - 30, 2009
- November 17 - 24, 2009
- April 20 - 29, 2010
True Colors performance and workshop fees range from $300-$1800, depending on the touring package you choose. Fees are negotiable and various payment options are available. For more information on Touring/Booking please contact us.
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TRUE COLORS FALL & SPRING AUDITIONS
True Colors: Out Youth Theater is seeking talented, motivated, committed individuals between the ages of 14 and 22 who are interested in acting, singing, dancing, music, writing, LGBTQQA activism, and/or technical theater. Troupe members are paid a stipend for rehearsal and performance time.
Performers must have a flexible schedule & be available for:
- 16 Weeks of Rehearsals & Touring
- Weekly Rehearsals in Boston's Copley Square — Tuesday & Thursday 6-9pm
- One Week of Mandatory Rehearsal & Training — Monday - Saturday the third week of rehearsals
- Touring to up to 20 Locations (up to 4 during school/work hours)
Audition Dates
True Colors auditions for new troupe members twice a year, in the winter and in the early fall. Mark your calendar!! Upcoming audition dates:
- September 15 - 24, 2009
- February 16 - 25, 2010
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TRUE COLORS SUMMER COMPANY
Tuesday, July 7 - Saturday, August 1, 2009
This four week program is an intensive theater training program for LGBT youth and their straight allies, ages 14 - 22. Meeting three times a week, our focus will be on theatrical training and skill building, including scene study, character development, movement and voice work, etc. There will be a number of guest artist master classes included in the rehearsal process to promote a variety of skills.
TWO CLASSES OFFERED: Sessions are identical; please choose the session that works best for your schedule.
Session ONE
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2pm - 5pm
Saturdays, 12 - 3pm
Session TWO
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6 - 9pm
Saturdays, 12 - 3pm
All classes will be held at Old South Church in Boston, located right in Copley Square and easily accessible by public transportation.
Dinner will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays, between 5 - 6pm. All program participants are invited to stay late/come early for dinner!
For more information on this program, please contact Magda Spasiano, Education Coordinator, at 617-661-1600 X 219 or magda@thetheateroffensive.org
To download an application, please click here.
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EDUCATION INTERNSHIPS
We are seeking candidates who are interested in contributing to the development of programming by and for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning youth and allies (LGBTQQA) in the Boston area.
Responsibilities may include:
- Working with educational materials about LGBTQQA youth issues
- Supporting all artistic aspects of creating a performance
- Leading workshops offered to youth performers and audiences
- Providing administrative support
Internship candidates should feel comfortable working with youth ages 14-22 and should be adept at facilitating a comfortable, structured, and fun work environment. An internship candidate should have strong verbal and written communication skills, a great sense of humor, and a solid work ethic. Candidates must be outgoing, creative, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills and a wide range of computer skills. Knowledge of computer graphics, writing, and editing is a plus. This internship may be done for academic credit, career exploration, or community-service learning. Undergrads, graduates, and working professionals are all welcome to apply. Click here for more information on how to apply for an internship.
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VOLUNTEER
We are looking for amazing community members who are interested in donating their time and energy to helping True Colors throughout the year! Volunteers are needed to distribute flyers, take photos and videos, help backstage, and pitch in at the office. You determine your commitment level, and we work with you to find volunteer tasks that put your time to good use.
Contact us for more information on volunteering.
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JOB POSTINGS
Summer Company Guest Artists Needed
Guest Artists are needed to teach a variety of workshops for the True Colors Summer Company. Subjects may include, but are not limited to acting for beginners, advanced acting, scene study, stage combat, improvisation, musical theatre, script analysis, clowning, voice and movement/dance. Other workshop topics gladly accepted!
We begin interviewing prospective teachers for our summer program five to six months previous to the start of the program, however we will accept resumes year-round. Workshops run in the summer between the hours of 9am-6pm, Monday - Friday, for 60 minute, 90 minute and 3 hour sessions.
Qualifications
Experienced teachers preferred, but working professionals considered. All teachers should have experience working with youth between the ages of 14-22 and should be passionate about sharing their work and knowledge with others.
How to Apply
LGBTQQA people of color encouraged to apply. Please send a cover letter, résumé and a brief workshop description, including the length of your workshop via email to evelyn@thetheateroffensive.org (Subject line "Summer Teaching Artist") or mail to Evelyn Francis, Director of Education, The Theater Offensive, 29 Elm Street #2, Cambridge, MA 02139. No calls please.
Click here for the upcoming True Colors Summer Company schedule.
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DONATE
| $1,000 |
Pays one youth stipend for one season |
| $5,000 |
Covers all costs associated with one school performance |
| $10,000 |
Pays for travel and food for one touring season |
| $25,000 |
Pays troupe stipends for one year |
| $50,000 |
Doubles youth participants through staff to support expanded program |
Would you be interested in sponsoring a youth paycheck for one season? Are you interested in connecting True Colors to a new venue? Would you like to make an in-kind donation of services from your business (i.e. printing, advertising, food, space)? We depend on the generosity of community members like you to keep our programs running!
Contact us today to make a donation to True Colors.
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CONTACT US
We'd love to hear from you! For more information on True Colors, or to get involved, please contact us:
Director of Education
The Theater Offensive
29 Elm St #2, Cambridge, MA 02138
truecolors@thetheateroffensive.org
Phone: 617-661-1600 x217
Fax: 617-661-1610
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