Causes: Arts & Culture, Developmentally Disabled Centers, Disabilities, Human Services, Theater

Mission: The Harmony Theater mission is to create, support, and offer opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities as members of Harmony Theater, Inc, so that they may participate in performing arts activities as an avenue for self expressino, social interaction and community engagement.

Results: We are proud of our most recent accomplishments:- the actors’ performance of their 15th concert and 25th musical- the purchase of a stage with ramp, production audio and visual equipment resulting in enhanced technical quality for actors and improved artistic experience for audience- the increase in community impact and awareness as evidenced in our ticket sales, sold out performances, and overall increased revenue- the improved relationship with our facility host, Church of the Messiah- the increase in actor participation to improve our mission as evidenced in our sales of their hand made products to fund our actor scholarship- the creation of a structured donation program, Angel Donors- increased funds through grant awards

Target demographics: adults with developmental disabilities

Direct beneficiaries per year: 50

Geographic areas served: Montgomery County, PA and serve the 5-county southeastern region

Programs: a creative performance environment which enriches the lives of adults with developmental disabilities. The theater produces two yearly events including a Fall Concert that features the vocal talents of our participants and a Spring Musical which combines the actors’ acting, vocal, and dancing abilities. Through weekly Saturday rehearsals, activities, and events, Harmony Theater participants enjoy a safe, nurturing, creative environment where they can build friendships, transition into adult social life, and develop life skills in the ‘Harmony Theater Family’.