Matrix Theatre Spring Classes Give Voice to Young Artists' Dreams

Matrix Theatre Company announces its newest semester of spring classes, "Giving Voice to Our Dreams," for youth ages 5-14. Classes begin April 25 and run through June 6 on Tuesdays from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. For further information, visit www.matrixtheatre.org.

In conjunction with Matrix's Mainstage production, Dream Deferred: Detroit, 1967, young artists in these classes will create a one-night performance that explores the dreams they have for their great city. Students will have the opportunity to contribute a poem, scene, or dance that shares their dreams, and how their voice will make a difference in their world. Our highly-trained teaching artists will work with each class to produce a culminating performance for family and friends.

"This season we are opening our doors for children in Metro Detroit to bring their vision of a New Detroit to life," said Colleen Cartwright, Matrix's Director of Education. "Students will search deep within themselves to seek what it means to dream, and to visualize what it takes to make those dreams a reality. No dream should be deferred, and anyone, at any age, can make their dreams possible."

Classes for youth ages 5-7 and 11-14 will be held at Matrix Theatre Company, located 2730 Bagley Street, Detroit, MI, 48216. Classes for youth ages 8-11 will meet at Repair the World, located directly across the street from Matrix Theatre Company.

Discounts and financial assistance are available. For more information, see the class description below.

"Giving Voice to Our Dreams"

Ages: 5-14

April 25 - June 6, 2017

Tuesdays, 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Showcase: June 6 at 6:30 PM

Cost: $85 for new students/$70 for returning students

*Early Bird Discount: Save $10 when you register your child by April 11.

**Payment plans are available. Please contact Colleen Cartwright at 313-967-0999 ext.3 for more information.

In conjunction with Matrix's Mainstage production, Dream Deferred: Detroit, 1967, young artists in these classes will create a one-night performance that explores the dreams they have for their great city. Students will have the opportunity to contribute a poem, scene, or dance that shares their dreams, and how their voice will make a difference in their world. Our highly-trained teaching artists will work with each class to produce a culminating performance for family and friends.

Classes will be segmented into the following age groups: 5-7 year-olds, 8-11 year-olds, and 11-14 year-olds. Each class will be led by highly-trained teaching artists and will focus on developing performance skills and positive social skills. Visit www.matrixtheatre.org.

About Matrix School of Theatre

The Matrix School of Theatre engages youth artists ages 5 - 18 to write and perform original plays through our unique, learner-centered approach.

About Matrix Teen Company

The Matrix Teen Company consists of high school students from the Detroit area who write, produce, and act in a full season of plays each year that draws attention to crucial community issues.

About Matrix Theatre Company

Celebrating more than 25 years as a non-profit community-based theatre, Matrix Theatre Company is located in southwest Detroit and uses the transformative power of theatre to change lives, build community, and foster social justice. Go to matrixtheatre.org for further information. Matrix Theatre Company is funded in part by Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs, the National Endowment for the Arts, The Skillman Foundation, The Kresge Foundation, and The Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Foundation.