Theatre Learning and Making Experiences
bridge connections | increase learning | grow ideas, pathways, & solutions
Each of us has a story to tell and we all have a role to play in writing our collective story.
Greetings, curious minds, adventurous spirits, and creativity enthusiasts!
I'm Jennifer, creator of Yard Dramas
During the pandemic, I transformed my neighbors' yards into vibrant art spaces using my childhood red radio flyer wagon. From collaborative storytelling sessions to well-being practices, we explored the creative process in the heart of nature, inspiring one another and nurtuing our imaginations. Yard Dramas was born.
Over time, I realized that "yard" also is a unit of measure. Drawing on over 30 years of experience and training in arts integration, social-emotional learning, and critical literacy—as well as roles as an Anacostia Watershed Steward and a member of the Climate Reality Leadership Corps—I am dedicated to fostering self-reflection, connectivity and lifelong learning to shape and transform the world for better. My approach is inclusive welcomes all ages, from young babies to wise elders.
Today, I create customized theatre arts learning and making experiences that bridge connections, increase learning, and grow ideas, pathways, & solutions for schools, community centers, and festivals. I draw on inspiration from my childhood when I dashed outdoors with my brothers barefoot into the great outdoors, driven by curiosity and friendship. Together, we embarked on adventures into the unknown, creating exciting worlds yet to be imagined.