Once upon a time, in the sun-baked land of Arizona, where the cacti stand tall and the sand sparkles like gold, there is a group of kids unlike any other. They’re not cowboys or gold miners, oh no! These kids are the members of the Great Arizona Thespian Troupe! Now, these aren't your ordinary, run-of-the-mill kids. These kids can transform themselves like a chameleon changes colors. One minute, they could be reciting Shakespeare’s sonnets as if they were born in the Elizabethan era, the next minute, they're belting out show tunes that would make Broadway stars green with envy. Leading this troupe of talented tots is a character as unique as Arizona itself - Dusty the Drama Dingo. No one knows where Dusty came from. Some say he’s an old Hollywood star who lost his way, while others whisper he was once a shy coyote who found his voice through drama. With a twinkle in his eye and a script always in his paw, Dusty teaches the kids how to express themselves through the magic of theater. Under the watchful eyes of Dusty, the Arizona Thespian Troupe has staged plays in the heart of the desert, under the starlit skies, with the grand Saguaro cacti as their backdrop. Their performances are as enchanting as the Arizona sunset, and as electrifying as a summer thunderstorm. They’ve made their audience laugh, cry, and sometimes even howl at the moon! So, if you ever find yourself in the magnificent land of Arizona, come and watch the Great Arizona Thespian Troupe perform. And remember, in the words of Dusty the Drama Dingo, “In the desert, the world is your stage!”
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For over 50 years, Frontier Camp has been dedicated to making disciples of Jesus by sharing God’s Word amidst the beauty of His creation. Since our founding in 1969, we’ve been licensed by the Texas Department of State Health Services and are proudly accredited by the American Camping Association. We’re also a member of the Christian Camping and Conference Association. Our mission is to use Christian camping and outdoor recreation as a means to support local churches in fulfilling the Great Commission—evangelizing people of all ages and discipling believers toward deeper maturity in Christ. Frontier Camp offers a dual ministry: during the summer, we host a 10-week youth camp, and throughout the rest of the year, we serve as a retreat facility for churches and like-minded religious organizations. Whether through summer camps or retreats, our goal remains the same: to expose people to Christ and encourage their spiritual growth through His Word and by reflecting His character in everything we do. While we provide top-notch recreation and exciting programming, the heart of our camp is the spiritual impact, rooted in the truth of God’s inerrant Word.
The Rebel Shakespeare Company provides young people with an opportunity to be introduced to and explore the magic and power of Shakespeare's language and stories. Since its founding in 1990, the Rebel Shakespeare Company has been providing children and teens with an opportunity to explore the power and magic of Shakespeare’s language and stories. Founded by Artistic Director Keri Cahill, the company has been based in Manchester-by-the-Sea, Fort Sewall in Marblehead, and now calls Winter Island in Salem, MA home. Keri’s passion for young people and theater has spanned nearly 25 years, with experience from the Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre in London to Massachusetts High School Drama Guild and many places in between. Through her workshops, private classes, school residencies, and drama therapy programs she has worked with over 10,000 children and teens. The Company’s directors are all experienced in various fields such as voice, movement, choreography, stage combat, and improvisation. Most importantly, they share a great love of working with children. With these talented directors, the Rebel Shakespeare Company provides children and teens with a platform to grow and explore the beauty of Shakespeare’s language and stories.