| AND THE WINNER OF THE 6TH ANNUAL BATTLE OF THE FANTASY GIRL BANDS IS….. The Gee Spots! Congratulations to: Katherine King Nika Nesgoda Rachel Karmel Elisa Blynn Thank you to our stellar judge, Theo Kogan of Lunachicks, for making the decision and offering her brilliant, supportive feedback to every ferocious band. Thank you to our shining star MC Iris Smyles for keeping things moving, wondrous and wild. The Audience Choice Award honor went to East End Girls! A HUGE, HEARTFELT DOSE OF GRATITUDE FROM ALL OF US AT NPC TO THE TIRELESS PRODUCERS OF THIS EVENT, CHRISTINE SCIULLI & HOLLY LI! Because of their continued commitment to us through this gorgeous night at The Stephen Talkhouse that inspires so many, we can keep forging ahead with our ever-growing programming that serves upwards of 1,000 community members a year. We love our community! From all who donated to our raffle, to Peter, Tami and The Talkhouse Crew, to our powerhouse volunteers, the fabulous women in the bands, and all who cheered on these fearless women- THANK YOU! What a wonderful village we all make together. |
| Coming Up With NPC: This week we launch THREE SCHOOL RESIDENCY PROJECTS! Project Hero- in partnership with Hamptons Film, utilizes film, theater games and conversations to inspire self-awareness, engage self-agency, and build empathy and kindness with middle schoolers. A fun, introspective, and impactful workshop where together we imagine, speak about, and activate the world we wish to create. Dude’s Eye View- In partnership with Hamptons Film, this 8 week, after school workshop brings Teaching Artists into the school to activate youth in powerful self-expression through the creation of their own short films. A welcoming space where conversations, idea-sharing, and creative challenges bring youth together to share their world views, voices and stories with the public in a screening and Q & A at LTV Studios. Girls’ Gaze- In partnership with Hamptons Film, this 8 week, after school workshop brings Teaching Artists into the school to activate youth in powerful self-expression through the creation of their own short films. A welcoming space where conversations, idea-sharing, and creative challenges bring youth together to share their world views, voices and stories with the public in a screening and Q & A at LTV Studios. *** STUDENTS ATTEND WHICHEVER WORKSHOP WITH WHICH THEY FEEL MOST COMFORTABLE. ALL ARE WELCOME IN OUR SHARED, SAFE AND RESILIENT SPACE. *** *ALL OF THESE PROGRAMS ARE FREE TO ALL ATTENDEES* Thanks to The Neo-Political Cowgirls Teaching Faculty for their caring, talents, and ability to powerfully utilize the ARTS as an engine for building better communities and working in concert with youth to instill hope and positive self-agency. |
| Tickets to our NYC premier of THE DREAMER go on sale this week! Look for a soon-to-be-delivered announcement for how to get your tickets to this limited run. We are still accepting playbill ads and sponsorships to help launch this beautiful dream. Contact us here to find out more: info@npcowgirls.org and become a proud supporter before the deadline! |
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