Our goal in building the new theater on Chrystie Street is two-fold: to better serve our mission, and to serve the community with integrated programs. The new Dixon Place will house a professional Youth Theater in Residence, as well as informal weekly courses in the performing arts for Senior Citizens. The Dixon Place Youth Theater will consist of participants, ages 13 to 18, committed to creating original performance through acting, writing, directing, and design. Seniors will be offered drama courses that will develop their skills in scene-study, improvisation, and movement. These programs are a natural outgrowth of the successful Intergenerational Performance Workshops that have been sponsored by Dixon Place for the past three years.

A Space for Artistic Investment
Facilitating artistic expression in the community is an investment in the future of developing performers, and thus serves the mission of the Dixon Place. By professionally training eager and talented youth in a fully equipped theater, a fresh crop of young artists can find space to develop. Likewise, welcoming seniors into the facility will allow previously unheard voices to make their way into the spotlight.

A Space for Personal Investment
Just as people transform art, art transforms people. Giving access to exploration and creation is a service to those involved as participants, instructors, and audience. By supporting the original work of youth and seniors, Dixon Place is reaching those who otherwise would not have this opportunity.

A Space for Community Investment
Opening up Dixon Place to local residents enables our mission to reach the community, connecting audiences, performers, and staff in a personal and creative manner. Eventually, programs will expand through touring companies and dramatic workshops that will encompass public schools, community groups, and senior centers in all five boroughs.

DIXON PLACE PRESENTS CITIZEN SENIORS

A culmination of drama workshops for local senior citizens and teens, the Intergenerational Performance festival features original works from member of the community.  Past productions have included autobiographical monologues, mime, music, and scene work.

Teaching Artists David Deblinger, Renee Philippi and Carlo Adinolfi of Concrete Temple lead workshops twice a week at the Sirovich Senior Center. Call 212-219-0736 ext 101 for more info.