Mind the Gap

Mind the Gap is a free intergenerational theatre program in which elders [ages 60+] and youth [ages 14-19] interview each other and write or devise short plays inspired by their personal stories. Mind the Gap’s primary goal is to use theatre as a creative tool to increase empathy and communication between generations. No theatre experience is required to participate in the program. This spring’s program will be held via Zoom.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, February 7, 2022 by 5:00PM ET *

WHO:
7 TEENS ages 14-19
7 ELDERS ages 60+

WHEN:
March 1 – May 24, 2021, 4:30-6:00pm ET

The full schedule for Mind the Gap Spring 2022 is as follows.

Please read the dates carefully, and make sure you are available to attend ALL dates.

Tuesday, March 1, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, March 8, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, March 15, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, March 22, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, March 29, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, April 5, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, April 12, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, April 19, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, April 26, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, May 3, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, May 10, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Tuesday, May 17, 4:30-6:00pm ET
Monday, May 23, 4:00-6:30pm ET (Final Play Readings)
Tuesday, May 24, 4:30-6:00pm ET (Wrap-Up Session)

For more information about Mind the Gap, please contact the Psacoya Guinn, Education Associate at mindthegap@nytw.org or (646) 957-9585.

Requirements

There is no theater experience necessary but enthusiasm for and commitment to the project is essential. Applicants will be selected through a group interview process.