Mission

ARIEL Theatrical is committed to helping young people learn to lead principle-centered lives.

The Big Idea

ARIEL Theatrical is so much more than a presenter of musical productions. ARIEL transcends the stage by providing theatre programs that invite kids to practice character-building principles, develop courage and independence, and meaningfully connect with other young people while discovering talents and learning skills. In an effort to broaden audiences and provide greater accessibility, ARIEL provides free and discounted ticket vouchers year round to local youth organizations and holds special performances for kids from a variety of local summer camps. Finally, ARIEL helps to shape the leaders of tomorrow with training and inspiration provided through the ARIEL Youth Leadership Program. At ARIEL, the platform of theater is utilized as a creative springboard for kids to practice Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Excellence and Leadership (A-R-I-E-L) on stage and, more importantly, in life.

I have only been a part of ARIEL for two years, but it feels like ARIEL has been a part of me for much longer. I immediately felt welcomed and accepted at ARIEL and I believe that to be because of the principles everyone at ARIEL upholds. The attitudes of the staff and other volunteers at ARIEL has made my experience very positive and uplifting, urging me to do my best to create a similar environment everywhere I go. ARIEL has taught me so much, not just about who I am, but who I want to be. I am grateful, not only for what ARIEL has done for me, but what ARIEL’s teachings have done for others, through me. I look forward to being an accountable, respectful, integrity filled, and excellent leader for the rest of my life and showing others how to do the same.

- Josephine Swanson