ACT Out Ensemble

Calling all school professionals!

Come relive the joy and freedom of childhood with ACT Out Social-Issue Theatre this summer at Recess Rewind, a one-of-a-kind fundraising event on June 18th!

We'll have all your favorite indoor/outdoor recess activities, nostalgic food and drinks, live performances, and a silent auction with dozens of great donations from local businesses and arts organizations.

School professionals (teachers, counselors, administrators - anyone with a school email address) can attend for just $10. The first 100 school professionals to register will receive an additional $5 off, so don't wait to reserve your spot!

Learn more, buy tickets, or make a donation at https://givebutter.com/recess-rewind

Support ACT Out Social-Issue Theatre this Giving Tuesday to help bring more performances, updated programming, and essential resources to students across Indiana. Your gift directly expands our reach and strengthens the program's ability to inspire empathy, dialogue, and safer school communities.

Visit claudemcnealproductions.com/support to make a one-time or recurring contribution.

✨ Indiana teachers — bring learning to life! Our interactive social-issue theatre programs help students build empathy, strengthen critical thinking, and spark meaningful conversations. Each program can customized to fit your school’s unique needs — and best of all, it’s eligible for Title IV funding. 🎭📚

👉 Book now to give your students an unforgettable learning experience!

For more information, visit https://claudemcnealproductions.com/act-out/

Grab it while you can!!!

If you work for Indianapolis Public Schools and think your school could benefit from some FREE mental health programming that is fun and interactive. Pre-k - 12th grade. Please PM me.

ACT Out Ensemble would love to come visit.

Just a reminder!

There are so many opportunities to see ACT Out members on stage this month:
Forbidden Broadway with Christine Zavakos at Actors Theatre of Indiana now until May 12
Platanos and Collard Greens with Austin Hookfin at The District Theatre May 2-4
Julius Caesar with Chandra Lynch at Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre May 3-19
Psycho Beach Party with Hannah Embree at Fonseca Theatre Company May 10-19
The Wizard of Oz with Christine Zavakos at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre May 23-July 7
The Wedding Singer with Devan Mathias at Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre May 30-June 16
And for our fans down in Florida - Marvin Gaye: Prince of Soul with LaKesha Lorene is going on in Sarasota until May 26
Get your tickets now!

Meet Chandra! 🤩

Chandra Lynch (Decius Brutus) is very excited for her Indy Shakes debut. Regional: Blackademics by Idris Goodwin and TJ Loves Sally 4 Ever by James Ijames (Fonseca Theatre); Panther Women: An Army for the Liberation by India Nicole Burton (Phoenix Theatre); So You're Soulless? Well, I'll Be Damned by Jamaal McCray produced by Ankh Productions. In addition to being the founder of Ankh Productions, Chandra also serves as the photographer, actor, creative director, and graphic designer. Her business partner, Jamaal McCray, serves as the director, writer, actor, and chief artistic director. (ankhproductions.org and - IG).

Julius Caesar runs May 2-19 at the Phoenix Theatre Cultural Centre. Be sure to get your tickets! https://phoenixtheatreorg.vbotickets.com/event/julius_caesara_modern_adaptation/100225