We are thrilled to extend a round of applause to the latest graduates of the Arts & Healing program at the Transition Center of St. Louis! Heartfelt thanks to our dedicated teaching artists—John Blair, Joel Moses, and Maria Ojascastro—as well as the TCSTL staff and Artistic Director, Rachel Tibbetts. Explore this cohort’s performances: https://vimeo.com/926420378 ..read more

Adapted by ,Sherman L. Sergel. Based on the Emmy award-winning television movie by ,Reginald Rose. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois Directed by Rachel Tibbetts  Assistant Directed by Miranda Jagels Félix   Thursday, May 23, 2024 Northeast Correctional Center 13698 Airport Road Bowling Green, MO 63334   MATINEE - 1:00pm (12:30pm check-in) EVENING - 6:00pm (5:30pm check-in)   RSVP deadline: Monday, April 22, 2024 Please note: you are only able to attend the performance time you sign up for through the PPA website. &n ..read more

In May of 2023, the St. Louis City Juvenile Detention Center witnessed the culmination of a transformative journey as individuals collaborated to create an original audio play entitled MY THOUGHTS, MY WORDS, which you can listen to here. Here's a snapshot of the program's impact, captured through participant surveys: Survey Insights: When asked about how much they enjoyed the class: 100% expressed that they liked the class When asked if they had ever written a play before the class: 64% responded “No” Favorite parts of the class/what they enjoyed about the writing process/what surprised t ..read more

With the RSVP deadline for Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos fast approaching, there's no better time to explore why this unique theatrical experience is an absolute must-see. Delve into our top five reasons why attending this captivating production at Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center promises to be an unforgettable journey. Don't miss out—secure your spot before Friday's deadline! ‌ Unique Setting: Witness theater in a truly unconventional environment, offering a perspective unlike any other. Powerful Performances: Be captivated by the raw talent and emotion displ ..read more

Discover the creative journey behind Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos with insights straight from the playwright herself, Courtney Bailey. Through a series of thought-provoking questions, Courtney sheds light on the inspiration, challenges, and personal connections that shaped this captivating production. Set to grace the stage at Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center on Thursday, March 14, 2024, Britches! promises to be a theatrical adventure celebrating the resilience and artistry of the WERDCC performers. Delve into the creative process and gain insider insights int ..read more

Join us for Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos at Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center on March 14, 2024. Don’t forget to RSVP by February 16, 2024. Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos celebrates the actors of WERDCC, a group of performers who are no strangers to playing male Shakespeare roles. Based loosely on the life of Charlotte Cushman, a nineteenth-century American actor famous for playing Shakespeare's Romeo, Britches! tells the story of Charlotte and her sister, Susan Cushman, when they played Romeo and Juliet in 1846. As we celebrate Charlotte’s extraord ..read more

Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos With Writing by “The Wayward Sisters”: Artists and Alumni of WERDCC Curated and Adapted by Courtney Bailey for Prison Performing Arts Directed by Rachel Tibbetts ​ Thursday, March 14, 2024 Women’s Eastern Reception, Diagnostic and Correctional Center1101 US-54, Vandalia, MO 63382 ​ MATINEE - 1:00pm (12:30pm check-in) EVENING - 6:00pm (5:30pm check-in)   RSVP deadline: Friday, February 16, 2024   Britches! A Play for Lady Romeos celebrates the actors of WERDCC, a group of performers who are no strangers to playing male Shakespeare roles. Based loosely ..read more

Join us in giving a round of applause to the most recent graduates of the Arts & Healing program at the Transition Center! Our immense gratitude goes out to everyone who contributed to this success, particularly our talented teaching artists—John, Blair, Bess Moynihan, and Maria Ojascastro, the dedicated TCSTL staff, and our Artistic Director, Rachel Tibbetts. We're also delighted to welcome Joel Moses as a new PPA teaching artist at TCSTL! Explore these outstanding performances. https://vimeo.com/892764021?share=copy November 2023 https://vimeo.com/867900519?share=copy September 2023 ..read more

TEDX St. Louis Women: Two Steps Forward Friday, October 27 2:30pm-5:30pm Touhill Performing Arts Center 1 Touhill Cir, St. Louis, MO 63121 PPA Alumni Theatre Company member, Julie Antonic, will speak at TedxSt. Louis Women 2023 on Friday, October 27! She’ll share her story and how ex-prisoners are finding surprising levels of success as returning citizens through organizations such as Prison Performing Arts. Get your tickets today. Use code: ANTONIC for a 20% discount. Learn more about the event here ..read more

RSVP for A Chilling Night of One Acts October 5-8, 2023 October 5-7 at 8:00PM October 8 at 2:00PM Rehearsal Studio of Prison Performing Arts and St. Louis Shakespeare Festival 3333 Washington Avenue St. Louis, MO 63103 Waiting for Hecate Written by e.k. Doolin Directed by Rachel Tibbetts Featuring: Autumn Hales, Katherine Leemon, Tyler White Malkie, Paddy and Harper are waiting...and, it's been a minute. Who they are waiting for might be less important than simply who they are, or where they come from, or why they are waiting in the first place? They are existential existentialists, who ponder ..read more