The Jellybean Conspiracy
The Jellybean Conspiracy is a play about the "differently-abled." The production gives those who are differently-abled interactions with their non-disabled peers in a safe and affirming environment. Additionally all young people learn the skills of considered kindness and thoughtful inclusion.
We believe that through the performance of this play we educate many young people about the difficulties of being a child with special needs in an environment that may accommodate them, but not include them. We also believe that knowledge dispels fears that children have of others who are different.
The Jellybean Conspiracy provides life challenges and changes attitudes and values for all participants (cast, crew, students, parents, audiences) as it is these that shape our contribution to the community. It also increases artistic and life skills, and improve status for differently-abled students among their peers. Curriculum designed by The Jellybean Conspiracy organization for grades K-12 to all teachers is available to all teachers.
Show Dates & Times
Three Page to Stage performances
Jan. 15th at 10:00 am & 1:00 pmJan. 16th at 10:00 am
Evening and matinee
Jan. 16th and 17th at 7:00 pm,and Jan. 18th at 2:00 pm.
Show Location
Ticket Information
Tickets are available at the door. For ticket information please call 573-443-0541
Article from the SHP Website:
"The Jellybean Conspiracy": Art in health care with attitude
It’s about inclusion. It’s also about attitude. For one Columbia teenager, it’s both. Andy Janssen has Down syndrome. But don’t think that means he sits on the sidelines. With his studies at Jefferson Junior High, Special Olympics athletic practices and miscellaneous duties for two Columbia retailers, Andy’s schedule is full. Now he’s adding “actor” to his list of activities, with a major role in the January production of “The Jellybean Conspiracy” by Columbia’s Performing Arts in Children’s Education (P.A.C.E.) ... Read Full Article
