Outreach & Education
SEVEN AT SEVEN
PACT (Performing Arts and Classroom Teaching)
Free Saturday Family Theatre Series
Summer Youth Conservatory
Students to Stage
Senior Program
Internships
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In keeping with our mission of presenting new works in new ways, ICT is proud to bring you our Staged Play Reading Series, SEVEN AT SEVEN. Seven new works will be presented in staged readings throughout the year beginning at 7 PM.
FREE!
ICT's Seven at Seven New Play Reading Series sponsored in part by The James Irvine Foundation.
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Please check back soon for more details on our next Seven at Seven.
PACT – Performing Arts and Classroom Teaching
Five third graders getting ready to perform a play they wrote in our PACT program.
The PACT program reaches out to 3rd graders in local schools to teach them more about theater and the arts. The ICT team of artist-educators teaches programs that enhance learning and increase literacy. We provide study guides for the teachers and have had great success with reaching children of all socio-economic levels in every demographic.
“Teachers of third grade students are focusing on developing comprehension, vocabulary, writing and language skills in their classroom teaching. The consensus is that the PACT Program is a valuable resource to develop skills in these areas.”
- Julia Mendell, Principal of Frances E. Willard Elementary School
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Eureka!, one more of our Free Saturday productions. (L to R) Louis Lotorto, Diana Burbano and Daniel Chaffin.
Our Free Saturday Family Theatre Series is a FREE opportunity for kids of all ages to experience the magic of theatre. With 8 to 10 performances over the course of the year, this series promises to educate and entertain attendees with fun, professional productions.
Please check back soon for information on our next Free Saturday Family Theatre Series performance.
Our Saturday Family Theatre series is sponsored in part by Target
These FREE shows are open to all. Bring your kids, bring your parents, bring your neighbors.
For Reservations or more information please call Denis Nigos 562.495.4595, ext 19, or email him at denis@ictlongbeach.org
Future Shows
We're in the process of scheduling new shows for our Saturday Family performances. Make certain you check back for updates.
Read what past audience members had to say about some of our productions…
“I’ve been coming here for the past five years. Every time is a true joy and wonderful family entertainment, and awesome!”
-Family of 4, children ages 1 & 12
“It was excellent! All four of us loved it!”
-Family of 4, ages 3 to 41
"Very delightful. We enjoyed it very much!"
-Groups of 20 foster youths, ages 15 to 19
"The kids were smiling and laughing the whole time. Me too!"
-Mother with a 6-year-old and a 7-year-old
Making Reservations:
This is a FREE show, open to all, but seats are limited, so it is wise to reserve your seat. To make your reservation for these family-oriented performances, please email Denis Nigos at denis@ictlongbeach.org. Be sure to include your name, your phone number and the size of your party! You may also call him direct at 562.495.4595, extension 19, to make your reservations.
All performances are at the Long Beach Performing Arts Center at 11AM (unless noted otherwise) and will last approximately one hour. If you park in the parking structure, there is a $10 parking fee or 2-hour parking is also available at meters on Ocean Blvd.
Summer Youth Conservatory
A performance from our Summer Youth Conservatory.
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Teens performing at the Summer Conservatory performance at ICT. |
Looking for something fun to do this summer?
Our Summer Youth Conservatory is a great way for
kids from 7 to 15 to learn more about theatre!
This 6-week-long conservatory features instruction
in acting, music, dance and movement taught by
industry professionals, culminating in a special
presentation for parents and friends.
SIGN UP NOW to hold your spot for our 2010 Conservatory Class. Payment plans are available.
2010 Classes: July 5 through August 12, 2010
Monday – Thursday, 9 am to 1 pm
Cost: $375 (six-week program)
Free Performance Thursday, August 12, 2010 at 6:30 pm
ICT – Long Beach Performing Arts Center
300 E. Ocean Blvd.
For registration and information call
Sheila Lee at 562.495.4595, extension 10, or email her at ict@ictlongbeach.org.
Fax 562-436-7895
Students to Stage
“I found something inside myself that I didn’t even know was there.”
-a high school student after seeing ICT’s production of The Crucible
ICT has launched an initiative to involve students of all ages in professional theatre. With a nationwide dropout rate of over 30% in our high schools, and knowing the positive results of students involved in the arts, ICT wants to take a more aggressive step in reaching young people. This new program brings students into an artistic environment and creates a thought provoking dialogue about important issues in our world today. Paired with ICT’s revolutionary shows and dedication to our community, this program promises to be a resounding success…with your help!
We rely on our generous donors to help. For every $30 that you or your organization donates to the program, we can bring one student to see a show. We have discounted our regular ticket prices for this program so that more students can benefit from your donations. Either you can choose the recipients or we will.
As with any donation, this is completely tax-deductible. We will issue a letter to you or your organization thanking you for your support. Larger donors ($300 or more) will be recognized in the lobby during the run of the performance and will be thanked from the stage before that performance. In addition, larger donors will also receive two complimentary tickets for the show as a token of our appreciation.
Please take the time to participate in this valuable program. Every donation is appreciated, no matter how large or how small. If you would like to make a donation, or if you have more questions, please contact caryn desai at 562.495.4595, extension 15, or email her at caryn@ictlongbeach.org.
Senior Program
This program was designed to provide tickets and transportation to HUD residing, low-income seniors. This is a generation who grew up going to the theatre and the program strives to keep seniors mentally active and involved. This program is in need of funds if we are to continue serving this growing population. If you are interested in donating or to learn more about this program, please contact caryn desai at 562.495.4595, extension 15.
Internships
Get some behind-the-scenes training! Work with professionals and learn more about the process of creating and producing live professional theatre. A limited number of paid internships are available throughout the year for serious high school and college students – or for anyone who has an interest and commitment. For more information, please call caryn desai at 562.495.4595, extension 15, or you can email her at caryn@ictlongbeach.org.
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A performance of Aesop's Fables in our Free Saturday Family Theatre Series. |
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A group of youngsters caught up in an engaging performance of Androcles and the Lion. |
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A picture from Androcles and the Lion! This show was done in the classic commedia dell'arte style. 
caryn desai with a friend at a Senior Outreach Program performance.