Supporting Local School Activities: Theatre

“Life isn’t about finding yourself. It’s about creating yourself.”

        ~ George Bernard Shaw

With the way the coronavirus pandemic has disrupted the school year, it may be a challenging time for your budding young actor or actress. They say the show must go on, but that can be pretty difficult to do when the local theatre is locked down. 

As with any support for the performing arts, the best way you can help is to stay informed and stay involved. That means reaching out to your school, and more importantly, to your school’s drama director. If they’re any good at what they do, they’ll want to help. They’ll be able to tell you what you can do to help your child’s thespian career take the next step and they’ll be able to tell you what you can do to support their drama department. 

Different school districts will have different needs. They might ask for a financial contribution, but don’t be surprised if you’re asked to help build some scenery or sew a costume. Many drama departments, especially those in less affluent school districts, need all the help they can get. 

Of course you don’t have to stop there. Raise awareness of your school’s drama department through social media. Reach out to potential sponsors. Hold a fundraiser. If your school’s theatre is closed, get creative by hosting a play in your backyard. The possibilities are endless. It’s an opportunity to make a difference in your community, and a chance to put a little extra drama in your life in a good way.