"Breaking Through" Starts Touring Season

The "Breaking Through" Players recently performed the first show of the touring season at St. Ann’s Home and School in Methuen, Massachusetts.

At the heart of "Breaking Through" is a story about honoring differences and being brave enough to share one’s experiences with the world. Clearly that message touched those in the audience – students aged 9-16 and their teachers, therapists, and specialists. The mission of St. Ann’s is to support and educate children who have emotional and/or behavioral issues, and learning disabilities, through a residential and day program.

 
Proof of the impact of this show came from the following comments during the question and answer period after the show.

• "The show wasn’t good, it was great."
• "Does dyslexia make your body hurt the way it makes your brain hurt when you are working hard to make sense of things?"
• "Do you get butterflies in your stomach before a test and before you go on stage?"
• "How come Emily was so angry? Do you feel that way sometimes, I do."
• "Wow, your play gives me courage to try new things."
• "I don’t have to be so afraid of myself now."

The audience laughed, wiped away a few tears, and congratulated the cast with T-shirts from their school. The cast members were inspired and proud that they had such a positive impact on this unique audience. The kids really did a great job and handled their parts like real pros!

Click here to learn more about "Breaking Through" or for information on bringing a performance to your school.