Foster Care Unplugged: Short Film and Stage Play projects

Get ready to be moved by the raw and honest stories of foster care youth and alumni. Foster Care Unplugged, The Stage Play and short film projects offer a unique perspective on the challenges and triumphs of those who have experienced the child welfare system.

Led by former and current foster care youth, these productions are not only a creative outlet, but also a therapeutic one. Cast members undergo a 12-week intensive program where they acquire skills in acting techniques, script analysis, and scene study fundamentals. They also engage in a therapeutic performance-based component, similar to psychodrama, to process unresolved trauma and promote awareness of real-life child welfare experiences that have shaped their lives.

The result is a powerful production that showcases child welfare in its truest form. With the guidance of professional acting coaches, writers, and film crews, these stories are brought to life with authenticity and emotion. Follow the journey of these young people as they use their experiences to inspire hope and advocate for change.