Theater for creative people
with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Congratulations to the cast of Pineapple Island
They got 2 standing ovations with an audience of 150 supporters.
BIG HEART THEATER IS FOR
people 16+ with intellectual or developmental disabilities such as Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, and others who are interested in performing
verbal and non-verbal folks who are like acting, singing and dancing
those in wheel chairs or needing physical assistance who have IDD and want to be creative and have fun
supporters who care about giving those who are overlooked in our community an opportunity to share their unique voice and talent.
The program is completely FREE for families!
Click on the pictures below to learn more!
Madre habla de la experiencia de su hijo
Jason Carter & his family talk about working with Lisa
Interview with actor Alex Zuniga-Lettieri about Pineapple Island
Director Lisa Schmidt explains the rehearsal process
Spotlight Theater — the model for Big Heart Theater
Documentary film trailer about Spotlight — the model for Big Heart Theater
“Únase a nosotros en el programa de teatro. Conocemos a muchos amigos. Mis padres ven el espectáculo y están orgullosos de mí. Es muy divertido.“
— Efrain, Actor
“Sally has gained confidence. You guys expect so much from her that it makes her produce it. She is accepted in all ways. Working with her peers is challenging so she’s learned new social skills, and everyone respects and cheers each other. This is her favorite activity.”
— Parent of Sally, Actress (pictured)