Vision:

A society where creativity is rewarded and used to develop engaged citizens.

 

Mission:

To train artistic leaders to create and tell stories that address the problems and possibilities of our time.

 

Core Values:

Community

  • Support the revitalization of Chimacum
  • Advocate for the diversity of the audiences and students we serve
  • Give the Jefferson County community members full access to the creative process
  • Partner with like-minded organizations in Jefferson County

 

Innovation (based on EmcArts/ArtsFwd model)

  • Shift assumptions of what theatre should be
  • Break from past practices to enhance new theatre modalities
  • Provide new pathways to create public value for theatre education in Jefferson County

 

Artistry

  • Help students master skills and techniques
  • Foster curiosity, invention, bravery, and humor

 

Professionalism

  • Pursue excellence and the willingness to risk failure
  • Promote innovation and personal discipline as lifelong habits of the artist

 

Integrity

  • Accountability and transparency in all matters concerning the organization
  • Respect and appreciation of volunteers and supporters

 

Outcomes for Students & Audiences:

  • Artistic Discernment
  • Global Perspectives in Local Solutions
  • Self-Directed Learning
  • Collaboration
  • Social Responsibility
  • A Sense of Belonging

 

 

The Paradise Theatre School

Who do we serve and how?

 

  • In 2010 we served 4,200 audiences & 250 students
  • In 2011 the numbers of those served was limited due to the hiatus to remodel and upgrade the building.

 

Audience

  • Performances
  • FREE Park Shows
  • Open rehearsals
  • Q & A after performances
  • Discussion groups (like book clubs)
  • Quarterly Seminars & Workshops
  • Cast Parties & Events
  • Corporate Performance Training & Improv Workshops for their businesses

 

Youth

  • FREE after school program in performance for Elementary age youth
  • FREE 2 – week Summer Institute for Middle School Students w/ final performance

 

Hobbyists: monthly clubs/groups

  • Plays & Playwrights (reading and discussion group)
  • Field Trips to theatre events
  • Technical Theatre
  • Improv
  • Writing
  • Acting
  • Stage Combat

 

Masters: 9 - month research, development, rehearsal, & performance model w/ Certificate of Completion

  • Performance
  • Writing
  • Stage Combat (certified through Dueling Arts International)

 

Rehearsal/Production Models:

CAMP MODEL: One week of rehearsals, 10 hours a day, and 3 public performances

TRADITIONAL MODEL: 4-week rehearsal, 4- week performances

DEVELOPMENT WEEKENDS: for local and visiting artists w/ public performances

DEVELOPMENT WEEKS: for local and visiting artists w/public performances

NINE-MONTH CERTIFICATION MODEL: for Master level students

 

 We are committed to making The Paradise Theatre School’s unflinching creative aesthetic accessible to the widest possible audience.  Make that commitment with us.