[NEohioPAL] FREE PERFORMANCES: CPT's STEP on tour! July 31 - August 10 in a park near you

[Caitlin Lewins]

cleveland PUBLIC theatre's
STEP [student theatre enrichment program]
presents
AFTER THE SHADOW<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2018-2019/student-theatre-enrichment-program-step-2018/>

JULY 31 - AUGUST 10
FREE FAMILY SHOW IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD

Click here for full performance listing.<https://www.cptonline.org/performances/seasons/2018-2019/student-theatre-enrichment-program-step-2018/>


Cleveland Public Theatre's celebrated Student Theatre Enrichment Program (STEP) is Cleveland's longest-running arts and job training program for urban teens. STEP returns to city parks this summer, celebrating its 24th year with an original play, After the Shadow, created and performed by the 2018 STEP cast and tech ensemble.



After the Shadow follows three sisters as they battle a fearsome monster in the belly of a labyrinth, challenge a heinous queen, and encounter a magical woman, giver and taker of life. The sisters must confront death to discover hidden sides of themselves. Inspired by traditional stories of Greece, Sumer, and Russia, After the Shadow is a moving tale with song, dance, and vibrant performances. Uncover trust and love in the face of fear and hate as Cleveland youth celebrate the light, even within the darkness. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy free theatre in the park!



Co-Director & Program Manager Adam Seeholzer
Co-Director Molly Andrews-Hinders

Co-Director Darius Stubbs

Teaching Instructors Tyree Franklin, Hillary Wheelock

Dance Instructor Alexandria (Lexy) Lattimore

Administrative Assistant Terah McGowan

Tech Team Leaders Ryan T. Patterson, Inda Blatch-Geib

Tech Instructors Chialla Geib-Fenske, Dred Geib, Devin Powell, Dezhanay Simmons

Costume Designer Inda Blatch-Geib


Performance Ensemble: Siwita Ali Shah, Le'Ana Christian, Elijah DeBerry, Sherai Haynes, Marteese Jarmon, Tyler Jefferies, Timothy Jennings Jr., Radjabu Kasole, Lois Krajnak, Dionna Lawson, Quenisha Moss, Intisar Musa, Ryan Reid, Tylin Ross, Aleiya Sawyer, Shameia Sims, Anthony Stiegelmeyer, Adéwé Stovall, Jennae Taylor, Moriah Toles, Nia Turner, Ethan Williams-Taylor
Tech Team: Kiarra Chaney, Malik Ford-Williams, Alasia Gordon, Tiajhanae Jennings, Ernest Morris III, Natalia Rivera-Santiago, Gyasi Turner, Gabrielle Williams

Very special thanks to Councilpersons: Anthony Brancatelli, Phyllis Cleveland, Blaine Griffin, Martin J. Keane, Kerry McCormack, Matt Zone



Made possible through the generous support of: Cleveland City Council and the Mayor's Office of Prevention, Intervention, and Opportunity for Youth and Young Adults; Cleveland Foundation; George W. Codrington Foundation; Florence Crittenton Services Fund; Cuyahoga Arts & Culture; First Federal Lakewood; Char & Chuck Fowler Family Foundation; George Gund Foundation; Howley Family Foundation; Martha Holden Jennings Foundation; KeyBank; David & Inez Myers Foundation; Holly & David Neumann; Nordson Corporation; Ohio Arts Council; PNC Bank; Saint Luke's Foundation; Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation


Special thanks to these Community Partners: Bellaire-Puritas Development Corporation; Broadway Public Art; Burten, Bell, Carr Development, Inc.; City of Cleveland Department of Community Development; Cleveland Metropolitan School District; Cleveland Public Library; Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority; Detroit Shoreway Community Development Organization; Fairfax Renaissance Development Corporation; LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland; Metro West Community Development Office; Ohio City Inc.; Omni Media; Partnership for a Safer Cleveland; Pilgrim UCC; Slavic Village Development; Sweet Moses Soda Fountain & Treat Shop; Tremont West Development Corporation


Thank you to our Partner Organizations: LAND studio, UCI Future Connections, and Youth Opportunities Unlimited

Caitlin Lewins
Director of Audience Engagement & Media Relations
Cleveland Public Theatre
6415 Detroit Ave
Cleveland OH, 44102
(216) 631-2727 x211