Description:

Barrier-Free’s beloved summer class is back for ANOTHER round of acting fun! During the course of this 9-week class, participants will learn and engage in the basics of character-based improv and sketch comedy.

Engaging in improv acting promotes social skill development, risk-taking, and self-concept.

This class is open to individuals of all abilities 18+ with a supportive environment for neurodivergent adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism. This class is open to new & returning Barrier-Free participants, no prior acting experience required!

Details:

Mondays June 1 - July 27 (9 weeks)
7:00 - 8:30pm
Westminster Community Center (25 Union St Westminster, MD 21157)
Parents, counselors, siblings, etc. may wait on-site in the downstairs conference room if needed
Lead Teaching Artist: Gary Jolbitado
Assistant Teaching Artists: Marie Angier & Mike Eaton

New participants are welcome to enroll! We offer a "no pressure" two-week trial period for all classes.

Step 1: Fill out the online registration & select "check payment" to bypass payment.

Step 2: Attend the first two weeks of classes as a "test run."

Step 3: After the two weeks, let us know if you'd like to continue. We can then arrange online or check payment, depending on your preference.

Still have questions? Email us directly at info@BarrierFreeMD.com or give us a call at 301-799-8669.

DDA Self-Directed Funding

Kristina Culbreth, Statewide Coordinator of Self-Directed Services, has taken a stricter stance regarding IFDGS Self-Direct requests, leading to significant disruptions in funding approvals. Despite our programs full alignment with the Self-Directed Services Manual, as they have been approved for many years, all requests are now being denied.

Given these circumstances, we cannot rely on IFDGS requests at this time and all class payments must be made by the individual/family at the time of registration. Please know that this decision has not been made lightly. The unpredictable and arbitrary funding changes imposed by Kristina Culbreth have left us with no alternative.

Summer Improv