Our Teen Theater Troupe

With the help of professional drama coach, Joe Zingo of Actors Cabaret of Eugene, the teens create the messages they want to give about their own personal grief journeys. The resulting powerful performances in the community and at schools create a much broader base of understanding and compassion for any grieving child.

These are all teens who have gone through some part of our program.

They go on a weekend retreat in fall where they create the content and form of their play. They work and play hard….show tremendous courage…..and feel empowered to use what they have learned through their own pain to help other youth.

Kudos to Joe Zingo and the CK Theater Troupe

The CK Theater Troupe held several performances last spring.  Here's a review from one of the audience members:

"Joe Zingo, Claire LaPoma and the crew have created a revitalized and inspiring performance.  This cutting edge work is a tool for dialogue.  The troupe sets the much needed example of how speaking your truth and being willing to be witnessed telling stories of discomfort and pain is the pathway to creating community and authentic connection.  I hope the troupe's performance will be seen by many people, particularly grieving teens.  This show articulates what many do not have the words for."  --Lola Broomberg