In 2023 we had a chance to work with some incredible educators from the Kennedy Center's Very Special Arts Program as we brainstormed ways to make our Thespy process more inclusive. It was a joy to work with these volunteers and hear about their inspirational work with persons of all abilities. I'm happy to share that they have just announced a program for high school teachers and students interested in developing playwrighting skills. The 2025 Access/VSA Playwright Discovery Program .
This call is for students with lived experience of both apparent and non-apparent disabilities interested in developing ten minute plays. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, January 8, 2025 by 11:59pm ET. Please note that disability is a broad umbrella that covers a variety of lived experiences which includes visible, physical, and/or sensory conditions, as well as less visible conditions like anxiety, ADHD, depression, chronic illness/pain, PTSD, OCD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, neurodivergence, and more.
Please join me in helping spread the news!
Cory
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Cory Wilkerson
EdTA chief Learning Officer
Educational Theatre Association
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