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Theater training is led by Daniel Herz, a director, actor and teacher. Technique meets creativity through hands-on performing arts practice.
Art. Connection. Opportunity.
The stage is
for everyone.
Young people from different backgrounds. One shared passion. Theater as a space to learn, express themselves and discover new possibilities.
RIO DE JANEIRO · BRAZIL
Different stories.
The same stage.
Talent knows no borders✳Connections open doors✳Art brings us together✳
01 / THE PROJECT
A passion that
opens doors.
Created by Sofia Romano, a student at the American School of Rio de Janeiro, Theater Without Borders grew from a desire to make the performing arts more accessible to young people from low-income backgrounds.
The project brings together EARJ students and young people from the Semearte sociocultural association in Rocinha. Together, they find a space for exchange, learning and expression through theater — where different life experiences enrich the scene.
AN INITIATIVE BY
Sofia Romano
EARJ student with a passion for the performing arts
02 / THEATER THAT CONNECTS
Every connection
brings a scene to life.
From the first reading to working together, each session is an opportunity to learn from one another.
Create together
EARJ students and young people from Semearte share their experiences and develop scenes in a collaborative environment.
Give new stories a voice
Working with Romeo and Juliet connects Shakespeare’s text to the young people’s experiences, making room for their own interpretations.
03 / IN THE PRESS
A story worth
sharing.
Veja Rio featured Sofia Romano’s initiative and the connection between American School students and young people from Rocinha through theater.
Read the article in Portuguese (opens in a new tab)04 / GET INVOLVED
The next act
can start with you.
There is more than one way to help this story continue.
Support this story
Contribute to the campaign shared by the project to support Semearte’s ongoing activities and the construction of its future home.
Donate through Vakinha (opens in a new tab)Donations go to the campaign supporting Semearte.Become a partner
Interested in supporting the project? Tell the team how you or your organization could help expand opportunities for these young people.
Discuss a partnership (opens in a new tab)Send the team a message on Instagram.Find your place
Interested in taking part? Contact the team to learn about the activities and find out about opportunities to participate.
Contact the team (opens in a new tab)Ask the team about availability and eligibility.