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 On June 28, 2008, ENCOMPASS will hold a benefit performance at the Performing Arts Center of Baldwin Park. The funds raised by the performance will support programs that spark compassion, personal responsibility and an appreciation of differences among California teenagers. We are looking for young artists to share their talent at the event. If you fit that description, we'd love to learn more about you and tell you about PROJECT SPOTLIGHT. Prior to the performance, all artists will participate in a series of fun, informal discussion and rehearsal sessions! Artists will partake in activities and discussions that explore stereotypes, prejudice and personal responsibility, giving them a deeper understanding of ENCOMPASS' work. Working closely with a staff of professional performing artists and trained facilitators, PROJECT SPOTLIGHT participants will talk openly about their experiences as young artists, develop strong connections with other teen artists and learn how they can be of service to the community and the world. Participants will receive free Metro passes. Food and drinks will be provided. Contact us: Skyler Jackson - skylerjackson@encompass.org or 626-358-3442 for additional information. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION What is ENCOMPASS? ENCOMPASS is a nonprofit youth development organization that was founded in 2004. Our mission is to spark compassion, personal responsibility and an appreciation of differences among California teenagers. ENCOMPASS was founded by experts in human relations who have served youth for more than 20 years. Who does ENCOMPASS serve? The organization was created to serve the most culturally diverse population in the world - California adolescents. All of our programs are designed to meet the needs of this community, serving young people of all cultural, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds in the same setting. What are the benefits of participating in Project Spotlight? Participation in Project Spotlight grants teen artists a fun and interactive way to volunteer their talents for community enrichment and service. In addition to it being a great volunteer opportunity, Project Spotlight offers teenagers a rare opportunity to discuss their identities and experiences as young artists and a forum to showcase their talents to friends, family, community leaders, and fellow artists. Who comprises the Project Spotlight staff? The Project Spotlight staff is made up of professional artists, youth development specialists, and experienced group facilitators who live and work throughout the greater Los Angeles area. While they come from different disciplines, they're each strongly committed to serving and supporting youth artists in California. ENCOMPASS staff will be on site at all times to lead and supervise the discussion and rehearsal sessions. WHAT WILL HAPPEN AT THE PROJECT SPOTLIGHT INTERVIEWS? ARE THEY AUDITIONS? Each teen artists that is interested in participating in Project Spotlight will sign up for a 20-minute time slot. During their scheduled time, each young artist will meet with 2-3 members of the program staff to discuss their interest in the opportunity and perform the piece they would like to share at the benefit. We hope to make the interview environment as stress-free as possible and look forward to rooting for each performer's success! Where is the Performing Arts Center of Baldwin Park? The address of this magnificent 410-seat theater is conveniently located between the 10 and 210 freeways, and just east of the 605. The Foothill Transit 178 Line offers transportation from the nearby “Baldwin Park Station” Metrolilnk stop and drops off directly in front of the performing arts center. The theater address is 4640 N. Maine Ave., Baldwin Park, CA 91706. Is there a fee for PROJECT SPOTLIGHT'S five-day DISCUSSION and rehearsal SESSIONS? There is no fee for participation in Project Spotlight. The youth will receive metro passes (or gas reimbursement). Food and drinks will be provided during the workshop and performance. What Time is the benefit performance? The show will begin at 4pm on Saturday, June 28th. Performers should plan to be at the theater from approximately 1pm-5:30pm. |
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