Our Mission Statement
The Eau Claire Children's Theatre
(ECCT) is a non-profit, volunteer-driven community theatre providing quality
theatrical and educational experiences for western Wisconsin residents of all ages.
Our Mission to
Children, Families and Community
Since its
founding in 1989, the primary objective of the ECCT has been to
provide experiences -- as cast, crew and audience members -- for
children and their families. The ECCT is truly one of the
fixtures in our community that makes the Chippewa Valley a great
place to live and raise a family.
The ECCT has
experienced and been consistently recognized for its incredible amount of
success, growth and service since its inception into the arts community over
twelve years ago. To date, the ECCT has seen over a quarter million
patrons experience its dynamic productions and programming. To do so,
the ECCT has committed itself to five areas of programming: nine mainstage
productions consisting of major Broadway musicals and award-winning
literary-based plays; education outreach classes; elementary school touring
productions; high school improvisational team; and the school matinee
program.
What We Do
For Children
No one would deny
that participation in the arts through theatre allows children the chance to
express themselves in an enriching, enjoyable and creative way.
However, the ECCT feels children's participation in theatre does much more
for children and their mental and physical development.
As participants
in theatre, children begin to realize a positive self-concept and a new,
unique understanding of others. Theatre challenges our children to
respond to the world and to look beyond themselves to see the connectedness
of human society, fostering a greater understanding of other cultures, their
histories, symbols, values and beliefs.
As participants
in arts organizations like the ECCT, children most often find that the arts
help them enhance their academic skills and performance. Drawing helps
writing. Song and poetry make facts more memorable. Drama makes
history more vivid and real. Creative movement and dance makes
processes more understandable. The arts can be a creative vehicle to
help children socially and academically and always have a significant impact
upon those children whose lives can be reached by the arts.
Some of
What We Do
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Promote community interest in theatre.
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Provide
opportunities for community members to participate in various phases of children's theatre work.
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Foster an interest in the arts in children through the viewing of and participation in theatrical productions.
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Promote related activities such as storytelling, puppetry, and dance through workshops and performances.
