Come Grow With Us!

Bumbershoot Theatre is a not-for-profit Charity that relies on the support of generous donors and sponsors in order to meet one of its fundamental goals- accessible programming for its community. The impact of Bumbershoot programming on children and families is profound, and can be a life-changing experience. Due to your generous support Bumbershoot continues to offer some of the lowest priced programs.


We provide excellent value to our patrons exposing over 18,000 children, families, and educators annually to our dynamic programs- building community, increasing family engagement, enhancing health and well-being along with building the intellectual and emotional development of children. These diverse experiences all contribute to individuals that thrive and communities that flourish.

WHAT WE ARE RAISING MONEY FOR?
Funds will be designated to youth/family programming including:

* Community classes (after-school programming)
* In-school residency program
* School based educational tours (day –time programming)
* Family focused live theatre
* Sustaining a safe and creative environment

Allows us to maintain our no family, no child left behind policy. Subsidizing youth and families, keeping tuition fees affordable.
 

WHERE IMAGINATION SOARS!
Below are some of the comments we receive from our school workshop students.


“Thank you for letting me be a team with other people and to become a better actor and happier person.”
* Charlie Grade 3

“You are the best drama teachers ever! You have taught me to be more creative. Your acting workshop made me feel very special. I hope you guys come back to my school because I really enjoyed it. you have taught me to be a better version of myself”
* Zancha Grade 3

“I am so happy you came to our class at A.S Matheson! I really enjoyed trying to work as a team. You have taught me to have fun and to not be so shy. Drama makes me feel active!”
* Kyla Grade 3

“I was so shy but you guys make me feel so so awesome! Drama makes me feel happy and less nervous! Next year I want to see you guys again.”
* Alia Grade 4

“I never knew I liked drama. My favorite is the script. I am really happy you came to our school and you two are also very funny!”
* Harry Grade 3

“I think going through this experience will help me do presentations because I won’t feel as nervous talking in front of people.”
* Paige

“I learned how to bring characters to life!”
* Brooklyn

“Participating in the workshop insanely surprised me by how I was able to get up in front of everyone and say my lines. I think I just really stepped out of my comfort zone and that made a really positive impact on me”
* Paige

“I would like to say that I was to do a play again I would right away do it with Tracy. She is so funny and very kind and is always there to support you during your part. She is the best person I’ve ever met in my life. Thank you so much!!! Ps. I kinda want to do a live theater play after that experience.”
* Jaxon

“I would like to thank her very much for everything she taught me about being myself and not worrying about what other people think”
* Sophia

“She helped me overcome fears and build confidence and helped me accomplish challenges in front of groups.”
* Alex

“A very energetic class!”
* Noah

“I realized I sway my shoulders when I walk to feel more comfortable on the stage. I can start to work on that now. I feel more confidence in front of people after participating in this experience.”
* Jayden

“I learned to never leave character- even if you don’t know a line, the audience doesn’t know, so improvise. Thank you Tracy I had so much fun.”
* Kyle

“Having someone believe in us even when we had issues along the way was really awesome!”
* Nemanja

“I think this experience would help me in getting a job, a driver’s test, talking in front of a crowd, how to manage my nervousness.”
* Noah

“I learned ways to understand my character and ideas on how to memorize my lines.”
* Mackenna

“I should just be myself and confidence will come more naturally! I loved how Tracy showed us the real her accepted us as we are too.”
* Macy

“I learned to let my ideas shine through, and let people see who I really am!”
* Anthony

“I have found a new love for theatre and performing for people.”
* Emma

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