The use of traditional African and Native American Rites of Passage techniques will create a sense of belonging and fostering understanding and respect between youth and their elders.  We are convinced that our approaches to learning when applied will increase academic success by utilizing writing skills, oral communication and language.

     By the end of the project, the participants will have created an original theater production, developed theater skills, learned songs in different languages and experienced contemporary and traditional dance techniques.  Participants will be involved in the coordination of every aspect of the production process.  This original production will be performed and marketed in their community.

Internship Details

Internship Cycle I - April-June 2002
Internship Cycle II - September- November 2002

Youth will receive instruction in and be trained in the areas of:

	acting techniques
	proper auditioning skills
	psychodrama
	meditation
	vocal techniques
	dance and stage movement training
	technical theater training
	researching topical issues affecting youth and their communities
	conflict resolution skills
	ways to control impulses
	problem solving skills
	anger management strategies
	various music styles
	creative writing
	stage lighting and sound
	public relations
	stage makeup
	property mastering
	African drumming and costuming
	techniques for building communication skills
	forming healthy relationships
	resisting peer pressure
	being appropriately assertive

Please contact Rashida Forman- Bey or Kay Lawal Muhammad for participation details at (410)338-0265.

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