Community Artist Showcase Program

 The Community Artist Showcase Program by SoWright Theater Company is an innovative initiative designed to elevate and celebrate local literary artists by transforming their written works into compelling stage productions. This program aims to foster community engagement, promote cultural expression, and support local talent by providing a platform for authors and playwrights to see their stories brought to life on stage.

This program offers flexible production options:

• Volunteer-supported production: Where community volunteers assist with staging, costumes, and technical elements, allowing artists to maintain creative control.
• Full-service professional production: Where the company manages all aspects of production, ensuring a high-quality theatrical experience.

By integrating community participation and professional expertise, the program seeks to enrich the local arts scene and provide meaningful opportunities for artists and volunteers alike.

Program Objectives

• Support Local Artists: Provide a platform for local authors to showcase their literary works through theatrical adaptations.
• Foster Community Engagement: Involve community members, volunteers, and local businesses in the production process.
• Promote Cultural Enrichment: Enhance the cultural landscape by producing high-quality, community-driven theater.
• Build Artistic Capacity: Offer training and volunteer opportunities that develop skills in stagecraft, production, and arts management.
• Create Sustainable Impact: Establish ongoing partnerships and artist collaborations to ensure continued cultural vibrancy.

Scope of Activities

Pre-Production

• Artist consultations and script development support.
• Planning and design of sets, costumes, and technical elements.
• Training volunteers for production support.

Production

• Construction of sets and costumes.
• Technical rehearsals including lighting and sound.
• Performances at local venues, with options for volunteer-supported or full-service professional production.

Marketing & Outreach

• Promotion through posters, flyers, social media campaigns, and local media.
• Engagement with community organizations, schools, and arts councils.

Post-Production

• Audience feedback collection.
• Recognition and showcases for participating artists and volunteers.
• Reporting on program outcomes and community impact.