From our friends at the Brava Theater:
Mission Academy of Performing Arts at Brava (MAPA@Brava) teaches students from the ages of 13 to 18 in theater design, technology, dance, acting, and singing through three programs:
- San Francisco Running Crew – Brava’s longest running youth program provides students with hands-on training in stage management, lighting and sound design, sound engineering, electricity, use of tools, and basic set building taught by professional technicians and artists. Winter classes begin January 11.
- Cuicacalli Escuela de Danza – Founded and led by renowned international performer Jesus Cortes, Cuicacalli offers dance instruction in Mexican ballet folklorico, hip hop, and modern dance styles. Winter classes beginJanuary 11.
- SF Youth Theatre 415 Teen Ensemble – Led by Bay Area youth theater veteran Emily Klion, this program offers high-quality performing instruction integrating drama, dance, music and stagecraft for youth. Winter classes begin January 19.
Offered for free or low-cost to interested students, the programs include classes, field trips, crew assignments on productions, culminating performances on the Brava Main Stage and mentorship from professional performing artists and theater technicians. MAPA@BRAVA enables students from all backgrounds gain the vital confidence, leadership, and communication skills developed through arts education.
Cathie Anderson – Lighting Design
Melvign Badiola – Program Manager and Teaching Artist
Kolmel Love – Stage and Production Management
David Molina – Sound Design
Anna McGahey – Scenic Set Design
Contact Program Manager, Melvign Badiola at mapa@brava.org or 415-641-7657 x 6 or visit www.brava.org for more information.