activities · 8
what they do
direct service · 8
- Detour on Tour traveling performancesOperates a traveling troupe that performs in small theaters and daytime activity programs across Arizona, including recent performances in Prescott Valley and Tucson.
- Detour on Tour traveling performancesOperates a traveling troupe that performs in small theaters and daytime activity programs across Arizona, including in Prescott Valley and Tucson.
- Mainstage Broadway productions Youth & Family Theatrical ProductionsProduces a minimum of two major Broadway shows each production season, with recent productions including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Wizard of Oz, Little Shop of Horrors, and James and the Giant Peach.
- Mainstage Broadway productions Youth & Family Theatrical ProductionsProduces a minimum of two major Broadway shows each production season, with recent performances including The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Wizard of Oz, Little Shop of Horrors, and James and the Giant Peach.
- Mainstage Broadway productions Youth & Family Theatrical ProductionsProduces a minimum of two major Broadway shows each season, such as The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, The Wizard of Oz, Little Shop of Horrors, and James and the Giant Peach.
- Teaching Artist Internship program Educator Support for Arts IntegrationProvides professional experience opportunities for emerging educators through a Teaching Artist Intern program within Detour Academy.
- Theater and humanities education programs Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsOffers drama classes, clubs, and workshops through Detour Academy during Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions, including opportunities for professional experience as a Teaching Artist Intern.
- Theater and humanities education programs Youth & Adult Theater Education ProgramsOffers drama classes, clubs, and workshops in theater and the humanities through Detour Academy during Fall, Spring, and Summer sessions.
strategies · 23
how they think
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- Adaptive techniques and supported programming for skill development adaptive programmingEmploys adaptive techniques and additional support to build on existing skills and foster new abilities in individuals with a range of disabilities, including autism, cognitive challenges, deafness, and blindness.
- Adaptive techniques to support skill development in theater training adaptive_programmingEmploys adaptive programming with tailored support and techniques to meet diverse needs, helping individuals with disabilities such as autism, cognitive challenges, deafness, or blindness build on existing skills and develop new artistic and collaborative abilities.
- Barrier-free access to performances through free public admission barrier_removalRemoves financial barriers by offering free public performances, ensuring that people with disabilities and others in the community can access and engage with theatrical events regardless of economic status.
- Community resource for arts and disability practitioners community resourceServes as a hub for individuals working in the arts and disability field by sharing resources and promoting the artistic potential of all people, strengthening sector-wide capacity.
- Community resource for arts and disability practitioners community resourceServes as a hub of support and information for professionals and advocates in the arts and disability field, promoting broader recognition of the artistic potential of all people.
- Community resource for arts and disability practitioners community resourceServes as a hub of support and connection for individuals working in the arts and disability field, promoting the artistic potential of all people and strengthening the broader ecosystem of inclusive arts practice.
- Differentiated actor development pathways actor_developmentDesigns tiered performance programs such as Detour on Tour for more experienced actors, requiring greater time commitment and offering advanced development opportunities compared to entry-level programs.
- Differentiated actor development pathways actor_developmentDesigns tiered performance programs like Detour on Tour to meet varying levels of experience and commitment, offering advanced opportunities for more experienced actors.
- Differentiated programming for varying levels of actor experience actor_developmentDesigns programs like Detour on Tour for more experienced actors, requiring greater time commitments and offering advanced opportunities, while maintaining entry points for varying skill levels across other programs.
- Inclusive theater and humanities education for adults with disabilities inclusive_educationProvides accessible theater and humanities education that is open to adults with disabilities and the broader public, fostering artistry, collaboration, and community participation through integrated programming.
- Inclusive theater and humanities education for adults with disabilities inclusive_educationProvides accessible theater and humanities education that is open to adults with disabilities and the broader public, fostering artistry, collaboration, and community participation through adaptive techniques and inclusive programming.
- Inclusive theater and humanities education open to all inclusive_educationProvides accessible theater and humanities education programs that are open to both adults with disabilities and the broader public, intentionally integrating the disability community with others to promote shared learning and artistic participation.
- Leveraging state tax credits for sustainable funding and community expansion state_tax_credit_fundraisingUtilizes Arizona’s Qualified Charitable Organization tax credit program to secure funding that supports mission delivery and expands community reach.
- Leveraging state tax credits to fund inclusive arts programming state_tax_credit_fundraisingUtilizes Arizona’s Qualified Charitable Organization tax credit program to raise funds, enabling mission expansion and increased community reach without placing financial burden on participants.
- Leveraging state tax credits to fund mission and expand reach state_tax_credit_fundraisingUtilizes Arizona’s Qualified Charitable Organization tax credit program to generate funding that supports program delivery and increases community engagement.
- Paid internships for adults with disabilities in teaching artist roles paid_internship_model_for_adults_with_disabilitiesOffers paid teaching artist internships that enable adults with disabilities to develop and lead instruction in their areas of personal expertise, promoting professional growth and leadership within the arts.
- Paid internships for adults with disabilities in teaching artist roles paid_internship_model_for_adults_with_disabilitiesOffers paid teaching artist internships to adults with disabilities, enabling them to develop and lead instruction in their areas of personal expertise, promoting skill development, economic inclusion, and leadership.
- Paid internships for adults with disabilities to build teaching and artistic leadership paid_internship_model_for_adults_with_disabilitiesOffers paid teaching artist internships for adults with disabilities, enabling them to develop and lead instruction in their areas of expertise, thereby fostering professional growth, autonomy, and inclusion in the arts workforce.
- Removal of financial barriers to theater access barrier_removalOffers free public performances to eliminate financial barriers, ensuring equitable access to theatrical experiences for people with disabilities and the broader community.
- Removal of financial barriers to theater access barrier_removalEliminates cost as a barrier by offering free public performances, ensuring individuals with disabilities and their communities can access theatrical events regardless of economic status.
- Supported and adaptive theater production model supported theater productionProvides structured, supported theater production experiences where actors with disabilities work alongside directors, technicians, designers, and coaches using adaptive techniques to develop performance skills and artistic expression.
- Supported theater production with professional artistic guidance supported theater productionProvides structured support through directors, designers, technicians, and skilled coaches who work collaboratively with actors, enhancing artistic development and production quality within an inclusive environment.
- Supported theater production with professional artistic guidance supported theater productionProvides structured artistic support through directors, designers, technicians, and coaches to help actors with disabilities realize high-quality theatrical productions.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Detour Academy
Offers innovative classes, clubs, and workshops on theatre and humanities for adults with disabilities and the general public, and provides opportunities for adults with disabilities to develop teaching skills as Teaching Artist Interns.
Detour On Tour
A traveling troupe that performs in small theatres and Daytime Activity Programs around the valley, designed for more experienced actors with a greater time commitment.
Mainstage
Produces a minimum of two major Broadway shows each season, with actors working with directors, technicians, designers, and coaches.
relationships · 2
who they work with
- Arizona Department of Revenue Government — Approved by the Arizona Department of Revenue as a Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) with code 22244.
- Fry’s Community Rewards Partner — Participates in the Fry's Community Rewards program, allowing supporters to designate Detour as a beneficiary for donations.