Unlimited Potential Theatre Company (UPTCo)

This theater company focuses on integrating the talents of actors with and without disabilities. Performances are fully accessible for both audience and cast members, with accommodations made to encourage the participation of all who are interested. 

Performances are fully accessible for both audience and cast members, with accommodations made to encourage the participation of all who are interested. Theater company activities include:

• Weekly workshops that offer training in all aspects of theater
  
• Annual mainstage production
  
• Touring performances throughout New Jersey
  
• Wordsmith Competition and Joyce Indik Readers' Theater to honor outstanding New Jersey writers.

Parent Child Workshops in Music and Arts for Children with Autism

Weekly sessions are offered for children with autism and their families. Classes provide experiences in music and art for young people, fostering the development and retention of an array of cognitive, communication, and social skills.

Arts Achievement Awards

VSA/NJ annually presents awards to students with disabilities who have demonstrated a commitment to the arts; to educators and administrators who have developed outstanding programs in the arts for young people with disabilities; and to individuals who have distinguished themselves through their commitment to arts education for young people with disabilities. Award recipients become candidates for the New Jersey Governor's Awards in Arts Education.

Arts Par Excellence

Touring exhibit of artwork, one piece of which is chosen from every school district, private school or agency throughout the state. Works are displayed annually at locations statewide, including a reception recognizing the students and their schools. Works are selected through February, and toured during the spring.

Storyteller Players

Weekly workshops are designed to develop skills and encourage the joy of participation in theater activities, for adults with developmental disabilities.

Mercer County Arts Institute

A coordinated succession of arts education experiences is offered to young people with disabilities who reside in Mercer County. Beginning in the fall with a fine arts component, the year progresses through music, drama, and theater studies. 

Resource and Referral Services

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