Appendix – Mecklenburg County Non-Profits – Sub-sorted Community Character & Culture Theater, Film, & Dance
Actor’s Theatre of Charlotte (ATC), Charlotte o Mission Statement: To connect with people through the presentation of bold and innovative new works by contemporary playwrights who share our respect for language and humanity. o As Charlotte’s most award-winning professional theatre group, we work hard to bring you the finest in live entertainment, all without the high cost normally associated with quality theatre. CAST (Carolina Actors Studio Theatre), Charlotte o CAST is noted for large-scale installations and elaborate sets with the goal of complete immersion of the audience in the reality of each play. CAST always seeks to obliterate the emotional distance between the actor and spectator, a technique they call "experiential theatre". When attending a CAST performance, the experience of the spectator begins from the moment they enter—or even approach—the theater Charlotte Jewish Film Festival, Charlotte o Our Mission: To illuminate the Jewish experience through film - including history, language, people, and the land of Israel, and to welcome all who strive for a better understanding of themselves and others. Charlotte Shakespeare (formerly Collaborative Arts Theatre), Charlotte o Slogan: “The Bard and Beyond” o We are a professional, non-profit theatre company that produces accessible, intimate, and entertaining performances of both traditional and modern classics. o Charlotte Shakespeare Festival Children's Theatre of Charlotte, Charlotte o CTC Mission Statement: We create exceptional theatre experiences, inspiring generations to explore the wonder of their world. o CTC Vision Statement: Transforming the way people experience children’s theatre. At Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, individual theatre events become inspiring and all-encompassing interactions. o Programs, Services, & Outreach: Outreach Classes Summer Camp Summer Camp Scholarships Workshops In-School Programs School of Theatre Training Creative Drama Davidson Community Players, Davidson o Mission: Established in 1965, Davidson Community Players is a non-profit organization that encourages community participation in live theatre that engages, entertains, enriches and educates. o Vision: Davidson Community Players’ vision is to be the region’s premiere community theatre; expanding its performance season to include both year-round adult theatre productions and on-going children's programming, including workshops and performances, as part of our youth division, the Connie Company. o Classes, Camps, and Workshops NC Dance Theatre (NCDT), Charlotte o Slogan: “Performing, Inspiring, Educating”
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