Art with Heart

Inclusive youth theater that fosters mindfulness, empowerment, and expression. Kids and teens with diverse special needs create quality theater alongside Energy Buddy mentors, celebrating what makes each performer unique, on and off the stage.

Inclusive theaterIntellectual, neurological, developmental, and physical disabilities
Energy BuddiesMentorship for neurotypical youth, volunteer hours earned
Professional veteransAdaptive classes
Showcase for familyEvery session ends on stage

Upcoming Classes

Registration runs through your J account. If a class has started and online registration is closed, email Alise.

Special Needs Youth

A creative space to sing, dance, and act. Each class culminates in a showcase for family and friends. Please complete the additional questions when you register; we will schedule a ten-minute phone call to learn about your fabulous child.

Volunteer as an Energy Buddy

A mentorship and leadership opportunity for neurotypical and typically able youth, with volunteer hours. Energy Buddies pair with special needs performers to build friendship and create inclusive theater, mentored by JPAS staff on leadership, empathy, performance collaboration, and community.

Talk to Alise

One-on-one consultations about placement, auditions, or which program fits your child.

Contact

Alise RobinsonDirector of JPAS & Specialty Programs
arobinson@jccdallas.org
Speak with Alise

Support Creativity

All donations support JPAS programming for our youth. $18 buys makeup for two actors, $54 wigs for two, $90 one costume, $126 paint for a set.

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