About Us

KCC, like many programs in theatre arts, serves all young people, but we have developed an effective way of mainstreaming and socializing children and teens who have special needs, as many of them thrive through ‘body learning.’ We have created curricula which highlights the physical aspects of acting training. This type of work in the classroom, a few days a week, can really offer an opportunity for the children our society labels ADHD or on the Autism Spectrum to put their physical energy to good use, in service of their teachers' learning objectives.

Dramatic Structure

A comprehensive understanding of how the theatre works, how a play is created, story structure, how the professional theatre is structured; these factors enhance how a young person experiences not only a play, but also television and film.

Helping Teachers

We help teachers incorporate theatre into their curricula which allows them to experience their students in a more positive way. Quite often the students who prove to be the most creative collaborators and enthusiastic actors are those who have behavioral issues; a great deal of young people are starved for ways to use their energy to positive effect - especially when the bulk of their education has asked them to sit still behind a desk.

Career Paths

The work of KCC gives teens access to career paths they may not have been aware of; not only as performing artists, but in production and technical theatre as well. We also offer internships and connect students with employment opportunities at colleagues' organizations.

Character Education

Collaboration, empathy, discipline, and self expression are the building blocks for personal and collective growth. These are at the heart of what we do with drama education and are more important than ever as our world becomes oriented around screens and computers.

Life Skills

Performance helps children and teens to share themselves and to present themselves with courage and dignity. These skills continue to be of service as they need to present material in schools and in college and job interviews. Making sure the young people we work with understand this practical application is a core component of the work KCC does.