Agency - The MAD* Factory

THE MAD* FACTORY IS A THEATRE ARTS ORGANIZATION IN LORAIN COUNTY THAT PROVIDES YOUNG PEOPLE WITH EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE EXPERIENCE IN
*MUSIC, ART, AND DRAMA.

THE MAD* FACTORY IS COMMITTED TO:
· Building self esteem and mutual respect
· Developing the creative process
· Serving under-served populations
· Focusing on cultural diversity
· Developing excellence in the arts and
· Collaborating with other community organizations

Description:
The MAD* Factory, voted the “Best Theatre-Group in Northeast Ohio”, specializes in outreach to public schools, after school programs and pre-schools by offering a wide variety of age-appropriate programming in theatre-arts, often customizing their programs to the hosting organizations needs. Services range from classes to improvisational comedy assemblies to full-length childrens shows.We are committed to &
specialize in developing:
Self-Confidence
Excellent listening skills
Creative thinking
Ability to work successfully in a group
Public speaking skills
Good manners

Age Specific Classes
Ages 3-5
Story Theatre, Music and Movement
Ages 6-8
Monologues and Basic Improv Exercises
Putting on a Play
Puppet Plays
Ages 9-18
Radio Plays
Putting on a Play
Comedy Improv
Film Making
Musical Improv
We often custom tailor our programs to suite your needs.
Comedy Improv Assemblies
This unique 45-90 minute audience interactive show introduces students to the art of comedy improv. You may also book our troupe for your organization’s private parties.
Family-Friendly Plays
The MAD* Factory produces two full-length shows each year. A touring winter show and a summer musical.
Cabaret Entertainment You can now book our talented performers for private parties and entertainment at your restaurant, bar or winery.

History:
The MAD* Factory was founded in 1990 with seed money from Oberlin citizens who were concerned about the lack of summer activities available to young people. The first programs attracted 90 children and generated enthusiasm for expanded summer and after-school activities during the next few years. The MAD* Factory now operates programs throughout the year and serves over 500 students annually. Theatre arts projects have included the production of more than a hundred shows, many written with the assistance of the students. The MAD* Factory has offered classes in creative dramatics, script writing, stage combat, video film making, African dance and drumming, improvisation, arts of world cultures, clowning, juggling, radio plays, and performing in front of a camera. In 1995 MAD* About the Park was created as a free summer program based on traditional African village arts. In the summer of 1998 MAD* piloted a two week Summer Arts Camp with a culminating performance in Oberlin College’s Little Theatre. Spurred by this success, The MAD* Factory now offers 4 separate age-appropriate summer camps and produces two full-length plays and 9 First Friday Improv shows each year. Our admission-free performances are attended by thousands of people each year.

Contact person: Linda Michalak, Executive Director, (phone), (email)

Address:

The New Union Center For The Arts 39 S. Main St., Suite 310 Oberlin, OH 44074 (See a map)

Directions:

From Cleveland: Go west on Rte 90. Rte 90 will turn into Rte 2. Stay on Rte 2 to Rte 58 exit. Take Rte 58 exit and turn left(south) at the end of the ramp. Continue south on 58 which. . . (more)