Theater and Performance Arts

PAUL DANIA

In this module, youth will be introduced to both the creative and business aspects of theater and performance.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of stage acting, storytelling through script-writing and basic theater etiquette. Participants will also learn essential behind-the-scenes aspects of theatrical production including casting, set design, make-up and wardrobe. Upon completion of this module participants will have re-written, cast, and produced a YES play—“The Choice”.
Sportscasting:
The Sportscasting Module is designed for youth who are interested in both the sports and mass media industries. This module combines the active involvement of participants in a round robin basketball tournament with ESPN-style broadcasting workshops and exercises. Participants will learn essential journalism and communication skills including interviewing, play-by-play announcing and public speaking. Participants will also learn sports news writing from local media professionals as well as improve their basketball skills through clinics taught by professional coaches. Upon the completion of this module participants will have reported and provided play-by-play commentary for the course of the tournament, and produced an “And-1” style highlight tape of the tournament.

Teens learn more than technical skills using YES digital sound mixing boards, digital video cameras, and computer graphics and postproduction equipment.

They also gain life lessons in self-confidence, open communication and respect for others.

Not only do teens learn to set and reach goals at YES, but they also share the results of their work with family, friends and the community and around the world.


YES teaches teens how teamwork, faith and hard work can make their dreams become a reality.