ASHLAND PRODUCTIONS
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My daughter (8 years old) got involved with Ashland Productions and has loved every minute. She has learned alot at Ashland and I have learned alot by help with the back stage and spotlight operator duties.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
there dedication to bring the theatre experience to so many people and they always want to do what they can to expand the experience to so many more.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
The people I have meet have been great and they always have the children and the productions best interest in what they wanr to accomplish. They want to make it the best experience that they can have.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
It could build its own theatre and use that to bring alot more experiences to the youth of our schools who can't afford to get the opportunity to experience this in any other way.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Ashland Productions is a top notch theater company. All three of my children have participated in their shows over the last several years. Each Ashland opportunity builds friendships and confidence. After each experience my children are already looking forward to the next "time." The shows are high quality and the staff outstanding! We are proud supporters of this 5 STAR company!! We would highly recommend Ashland to everyone!! The Hackman Family
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
with my children. My oldest daughter participated in a show in 3rd grade and has been hooked ever since. Eight years later, she credits Ashland for a lot of her success.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have been an Ashland Productions Board member for 4 years and have been witness to all of the wonderful things they have done for our children and community. Ashland brings affordable, professional theater to the community and has a huge educational component for children. Not only are children mentored by adult actors during a production, but there are also camps available for children to attend in the summer where they learn acting, singing and dancing and end with a weekend performance. Within the last two years we have implemented the Ashland Collaborative Theater (ACT) that allows us to go into the community schools and offer children a hands on experience with performing a jr musical on stage. Ashland has received numerous accounts from teachers and parents of how childrens self esteem, attitude, excitement, and confidence (among other things) have improved after just one performance with Ashland. Ashland is growing at a phenomenal rate, this is an exciting time for Ashland and the community.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Is watching the growth and excitement in the children who are involved as well as watching the outstanding performances!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have known Ashland from its conception and it has been amazing watching it grow. The organization is continuously looking for ways to get more children exposed to the arts that would not otherwise have the opportunity. The quality of shows they out on is outstanding. The variety of activities they provide is incredible: thetre camps, music lessons, dance lessons, opportunities to meet broadway performers and choreographers, bringing theatre to area schools and of course theatrical shows themselves. My daughter attended their theatre camp and we had a wonderful experience-very inclusive and fun. We all love Ashland.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
They are all so professional, talented, fun and inclusive of everyone.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
There's no telling how far they could take this. They would make sure that any child or person who wanted to be involved with the arts would have the opportunity to be.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
Ashland not only teaches the skills and technique necessary for live, on-stage performance, but it teaches the intangibles that provide benefits for a lifetime. I've seen insecure, shy, timid children progress through Ashland programming and become beautiful, self-assured swans who sing without reserve. The staff of Ashland train and encourage participants to discover their potential, potential that they don't yet even realize exists! They draw the hidden talents out of kids whether it be song, dance, lighting, organizing, choreographing, etc. Each child is made to feel special and important as a team player. Many children find their niche through Ashland and continue on in theater at their high schools. Ashland has even been fertile training ground and the spring board for several stage performers who have gone on to perform on Broadway! One of Ashland's primary goals is to keep class prices, performing fees and ticket pricing at a reasonable level so that all ages/income brackets in the community can be a part. Ashland has never let financial difficulty be a barrier to participation. Because of this, Ashland relies heavily on donations which are scarce in tough economic times. This is one arts organization that makes its community a better place in which to live and is sincerely deserving of endorsement-
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my own children who never thought they could or would sing and dance on stage. The staff of Ashland helped them to realize their hidden talents and draw out the confidence to perform in front of a live audience.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
toot my own horn louder!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing not only my children, but so many others have the opportunity to experience live theater from the vantage point of the stage.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
wonderful!! Not only talented but kind, considerate, patient, humorous, encouraging and fun!!
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Provide all children in the Twin Cities the opportunity to experience performing live.
Ways to make it better...
Ashland had its own theater building and storage space.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
financial-
One thing I'd also say is that...
Ashland is Awesome!!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My first experience with Ashland was when my daughter was is one of their shows. I quickly realized what a wonderful and nurturing organization it is. What a fantastic oppertunitiy is being offered to these children and the community at large. A chance to work with experienced adults who loved what they do and are willing to share that passion with children. My daughter went on to perform with the Ashland youth group for many years, and it also was a wonderful experience. With all the mentoring provided and fantastic oppertunties afforded her by Ashland, she has developed a love for theater and music and is now majoring in both in College. I so appretiate everything Ashland has done not only for my daughter, but all the children that continue to benefit from this exciting program, that I have continued to volunteer my time to this worthy project.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the joy on the childrens faces as they perform on a live stage, and watching my child bloom in the self confidence that Ashland has helped her build.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
kind, graious, loving, nuturing, talented, knowledgable,understanding, and compassionate.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Get it's own theater, and stop the feeling of constantly struggling to get ahead.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Ashland's ACT program is AMAZING!!! It gives young kids, who may never have the opportunity to get involved in theatre, the experience of a lifetime. Our school doesn't have a theater, so their concerts and drama club perform on the alter of the church. With the ACT Program, they work in a beautiful theater, with lights, sound, costumes, props, beautiful sets, professional directors, choreographers, and music directors. And the kids are hooked! It's an excellent program and the kids learn so much. Not just about theatre, but you see their confidence level rise...they learn to work together as a team and to focus on something to create a great show! It's an awesome program that should be available to every child!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my chilren. My two boys (7 & 10) have been involved with Ashland for a few years now and they LOVE IT!!!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
they love what they do and it's infectious to the kids.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
pretty much everyone. Members of the board, Owner, directors, choreographers, music directors, tech crew, as well as many voluteers...backstage, outfront, etc.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
1. Franchise their ACT program throughout the country...it would be awesome!!! 2. Build their own facility complete with it's own theater; extra rehearsal space; rooms to teach dance, music, etc. Maybe even a recording studio.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Ashland Productions has done an amazing job to get youth involved with theater. They teach responsibility, organization and the overall love for singing, dancing and music. The production and directing crew are amazing with the kids and provide them with an incredible stage experience! They continue to find ways to bring the community in to share in the joy of live theater.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
bringing theater experiences to local schools
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Ashland Productions is an amazing organization run by amazing, caring, creative people. I don't know of anywhere else in the twin cities where children can get such a comprehensive, quality, performing experience. The quality of the productions is unbelievable and the life lessons that the kids learn will be with them into adulthood.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
incredibly dedicated and motivated.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I have had a wonderful experience with Ashland. I have always loved theater and wasn't surprised that my youngest daughter wanted to get involved too. My older girl was incredibly shy though and struggled with reading especially in front of people. After seeing her sister in a play at Ashland she decided to try out. I was worried it would be totally overwhelming for her but she had so much fun. She didn't even get into the first play she tried out for but emerged a different kid after callbacks. She sang and dancde the routines she learned and couldn't wait to see the show. She tried out later that year for another Ashland show and got a role. She ended up having a large part that required dozens of lines and she did great. What an amazing experience. It improved her reading and her overall confidence. We'll be back : )
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If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Go into schools and use theater to promote literacy, teamwork and confidence in kids.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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