Hello everyone! My name is Jawon Mapp and for those of you who may not know me I am an Actor currently located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada!

In 2026, I want to focus on furthering my acting training. As such, I applied to a program I have been dreaming of going to since hearing the late great Chadwick Boseman speak of it. This summer I will be attending the British American Drama Academy's Midsummer at Oxford program! The program will begin on July 11th and end on August 9th.

(Direct from the website)

Now celebrating its 42nd year, BADA’s Midsummer in Oxford Programme is one of the world’s best-known intensive, international acting courses. The programme, based in the historic Magdalen College at the University of Oxford, is designed for committed actors over the age of eighteen and focuses on classical theatre craft with an emphasis on Shakespeare. Participants work and live at Magdalen alongside the BADA Faculty, made up of leading international theatre practitioners and teaching artists.

Now with all this excitement comes a serious financial commitment. I am incredibly grateful to have received a $1000USD scholarship to the program. However, this will only make a small dent into the total cost of the program and I need the help from my community to help make this dream come true.

Important to note the program costs include: a single private room in Magdalen College campus, 3 Meals a day (Monday-Friday) in Magdalen College Dining Hall, Events & Excursions (Detailed below)

Orientation Game

A creative, fun and challenging introduction to this beautiful and historic city, to help you find your way around.

Welcome Dinner

A formal welcome dinner is held in Hall on the first Sunday evening of the program.

Trip to London/Stratford

An all-day excursion to either Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of Shakespeare, to see a performance by the Royal Shakespeare Company; or to London, one of the world’s great theatre cities, to see a performance at the National Theatre.

Film Screenings

Each week, there will be a screening of a Shakespeare film, with introductions and/or Q&As with artists, scholars or producers.

Summer Party

Enjoy a midsummer’s evening with drinks and dinner on the lawn at Magdalen, and a traditional game of croquet.

Grad School Forum

Participants currently enrolled in graduate school will be invited share their experience on a volunteer panel for fellow Midsummer in Oxford participants who are interested in learning about the graduate school experience.

Open Day & Farewell Party

On the final Saturday, each teaching group presents scenes from a Shakespeare play at a variety of locations around the college. Families of participants and other guests are welcome to attend. There will be Farewell Party and Barbecue afterwards for programme participants

Here's a breakdown of the program costs.

$4,825USD for Tuition

(approximately $6,600CAD)

$3,775USD for Accommodation (approximately $5,200CAD)

Total fees - Scholarship = $7,600USD

(approximately $11,000CAD)

Travel Expenses

At the time of creating this fundraiser (March 5th) the cheapest round-trip travel from Toronto to Heathrow is currently priced at $2,500CAD for Air Canada Comfort (includes 1 Carry-On & 2 Checked Bags) Arrival July 10th & Return August 10th

As I am a large and tall guy, I'm hoping to raise enough to afford the upgrade to Premium Economy for additional seat width and legroom which is currently priced at $4,600CAD.

Additional Expenses

Outside of the program fees and travel expenses. I'm hoping to raise an extra $2,400CAD to be able to experience the UK outside of the program on the two free weekends alloted in the program. Seeing the sights, experience the culture, and of course see Theatre!

Total Fundraiser Goal $18,000

Program Fee $11,000 ($6,600 for Tuition, $5,200 for Accommodation, minus Scholarship)

Travel Expenses $4,600 ($2,500 on the cheaper side)

Additional Expenses $2,400

I want to thank you for taking the time to read this and for whatever you are able to donate. I appreciate it more than words can say!