We offer free in-person and virtual improvisational theatre workshops and other programs for teens and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our current workshops are listed below.
In-Person Improv Theatre Workshops: Our Summer 8-week series of Improv Theatre Workshops for teens and adults with autism ends on September 1. Our Fall 8-week series begins on September 22. The workshops meet on Sundays from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in Encinitas, and are co-led by young adults with autism. Download an In-person Improv flyer in English or combined In-person and Virtual Improv flyer in Spanish here.
Virtual Improv Theatre Workshops: We provide online Improv Workshop for teens and young adults with autism on Fridays from 4 to 4:45 p.m. (Pacific Time). This workshop series is currently closed, but interested people are welcome contact us about future availability. Download a Virtual Workshops flyer in English or combined Virtual and In-person Improv flyer in Spanish.
–New Program–
Improv to a Job: In our newest program, Improv to a Job – Achieving Self-determination Through Theatre, participants will take part in improv theatre activities and sharing circles designed to help them find and keep jobs, develop careers, and create micro-businesses. We will bring in experts and utilize Playback Theater as a teaching method. This program will serve teens and adults with autism. In-person workshops begin September 22, 2024, on Sundays from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. in Encinitas. Online Improv to a Job workshops may be added in the future. Download our Improv to a Job flyer here.
An Open Invitation ~
We will provide a free improvisational theatre workshop for your organization or group either in-person or virtually. These workshops are designed to teach social and communication skills and create community for people with autism.
FOR MORE INFORMATION about our workshops, contact our office at info@pacthouse.org or call 760-815-8512. Our programs are offered at no cost. If you would like to donate, please see our Donation Page.
Spanish translation information for this website: Si desea una traducción al español de la información de esta página web, envíe un correo electrónico a nuestra oficina info@pacthouse.org, y una persona de habla hispana responderá a su correo electrónico.
Positive Action Community Theatre (PACT) is a dynamic non-profit organization that offers improvisational theatre workshops that help develop social and communication skills in people with autism and other special needs. Those most served by our programs are teens and young adults with high functioning autism (HFA).
Our workshops include individuals with disabilities, as well as volunteers who act as peer mentors. We encourage a feeling of equality by not pointing out our volunteers or discussing anyone’s differences. The fun, low-stress and upbeat environment of these workshops gives those with unique needs an opportunity to express their creativity, reconnect with peers, and learn social skills through observation and interaction.
Mastering an art is a very enriching experience. It also proves to be a great ally in living with the challenges of autism and other disabilities. Studying and expressing the performing arts brings those who have been isolated into a shared world. As they feel more connected, they are better able to express their thoughts and feelings and share their own unique gifts. We all benefit from their contributions.