InterAct Theatre School in Santa Barbara has announced a scholarship program with the Equal Learning Fund. Scholarship opportunities will be open for any child ages 4 to 16, whose family circumstances may not be sufficient for them to participate in after-school programs.
The scholarship donations will allow children to join singing, dancing and acting classes, together with an array of performances each academic year with InterAct.
“We believe that theater should be open to all, and the scholarship program will help put classes within reach for more local children,” said Emily Smith, co-principal. “InterAct’s format focuses on musical theater and it’s a truly supportive, creative environment.
“Every week I see InterAct children growing in confidence, extending their vocabulary, boosting communication skills, and understanding more about teamwork and speaking in public. These skills don’t disappear when they walk off the stage after a performance; they last a lifetime.”
InterAct has brought its mix of learning and performing from Europe, where many thousands of children attend weekly classes. As well as after-school programs at Peabody Charter School and the Hope District schools, InterAct runs two independent programs at Unity of Santa Barbara’s downtown campus.
The three-hour time slot (shorter for the younger students) allows the children to immerse themselves in creative learning and put their new skills into practice.
Now established in Santa Barbara for three years, InterAct’s work has been recognized locally, winning the runner-up prize for Best After School Program in this year’s Independent “Best Of” competition.
Donations are being sought to support InterAct. To learn how a donation could help a local child in financial need, visit https://equallearningfund.org/interact-theatre-scholarships.
For more information, contact Maya Smith, co-principal, 805-869 2348 or visit https://www.InterActTheatreSchool.com/.