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Girlstories Leadership Theatre recognized at Josh Groban Concert |
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Americans for the Arts, along with Josh Groban's Find Your Light Foundation recognized the efforts put forth by Girlstories Leadership Theatre. The girls along with parents and teachers were invited to be guests and attend Josh's concert from his 'Straight to You' tour in Tampa at the St. Pete Times Forum on Friday, October 28th. They had a meet and greet with Josh before the show, and the organization was recognized by Josh Groban during his concert.
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Girlstories Leadership Theatre
We are holding interviews for potential troupe members by appointment.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 6 and Thursday, March 8 from 5 to 8 pm.
WHERE: Children's Board of Hillsborough County,
1002 E. Palm Avenue, Tampa Florida 66329.
Selection to be based on:
- An application and essay (to be completed beforehand and brought to the interview)
- Two personal references (from a teacher, counselor or other non-family member who has worked with you in some way)
- A prepared creative piece presented at the meeting - current members - your piece should address what you got out of your other year(s) with us.
- Group interaction
TO DO NOW: Contact Powerstories Theatre to obtain an information packet and a specific interview time. Contact Janice Nepon-Sixt - Director of Girls' Programs at 813-265-2545 or
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or GTL Manager Lissa Knopke at 813-924-4894 or
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GLT would be an excellent program for you if...
- You are a rising 6th, 7th or 8th grader, and live in Hillsborough County. NOTE: priority will be given to rising 6th and 7th graders.
- You believe you have something important to say.
- You would like to mentor and teach younger girls.
- You are a good team player.
- You are creative and enjoy acting, music, dance, art, writing stories and poetry.
- You can commit to 100% of the summer intensive June 13 - July 29, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Saturday meetings, rehearsals and shows through December 2012.
Learn More.
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First Lady Michelle Obama presents the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award to the Girlstories Leadership Theatre Programs
Girlstories Leadership Theatre was chosen among more than 400 nominees and 50 finalists, and is one of only 15 programs nationwide to receive the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award - and the only program to be recognized in the southeast U.S.
Presented by the President's Committee on the Arts and the Humanities, the award honors community-based after-school and out-of-school arts and humanities programs for children with great potential but limited outlets for creative expression and growth.
The Girlstories Leadership Theatre programs are designed for middle school girls between the ages of 10 - 13 who are at a critical crossroads in their development. Through theatre arts, this program teaches the girls how to honor and speak their personal story - and share those stories in performances to elementary school girls - increasing their confidence, communications skills and self-esteem.
Congratulations to all our supporters, volunteers, program participants and teachers who believe in the Powerstories mission of staging true stories to open minds and hearts and inspire action worldwide!
SheVolution featured on Daytime
Powerstories' women performers from SheVolution were featured on Daytime, WFLA News Channel 8 on Wednesday, August 31, 2011. Fran Powers, Janice Nepon-Sixt and Cheryl Flowers were interviewed by hosts Cyndi Edwards and Lindsay MacDonald. Plus, Janice sang our theme song Power in a Story.
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Girlstories is an important part of Powerstories Theatre, founded in 1998 by Executive Director, Fran Powers. Director Janice Nepon-Sixt leads this innovative program. Girlstories Leadership Theatre is a comprehensive theatre arts program for middle school girls living in Hillsborough County who will be in the 6th,7th, and 8th grades next year. In 2010 GLT was awarded the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award from First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House and in 2011 GLT was honored by international singing star, Josh Groban in front of 12000 fans. Our workshops use creative discovery techniques, dramatics, storytelling, writing and art activities to help these girls communicate more effectively, and to tell their own stories with confidence.
Girlstories Leadership Theatre - Dreamed of for years, this program officially started in November, 2007. Middle school girls from diverse backgrounds attend a six-week summer drama intensive to prepare them to perform for the general public and elementary school groups during the year. In addition to an in depth theatre curriculum, the project serves as the impetus to talk about important issues and to educate girls about achieving their goals and dreams. While working on individual self-esteem, the girls also work on team building activities to form a cohesive, effective group. At the end of the summer a one-hour play with four sections is created by staff and students. Janice Creneti is the director, and she is joined by a talented staff of specialists. Curriculum has been developed to be used in conjunction with the performances at schools.
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