Community Outreach

Night of Theatre Outreach Program 

The St. George Theatre is committed to encourage the widest possible audience for the arts ~ touching the lives of so many through hundreds of performances by the greatest artists from our hometown to across America and around the world.  Since 2004, the Night of Theatre Outreach Program has provided free tickets to thousands of children, teens, and seniors who come from socially and economically challenged homes. Senior citizen groups and community service organizations are among the many groups visiting the St. George Theatre every year.

The St. George Theatre is committed to promoting access to the arts.

You can request tickets by sending us a letter on your organization’s letterhead. 
Include the following:

~  Mission Statement
~  Who you service
~  Why are you asking for tickets
~  How many tickets will you need.
~  Contact information with phone number.

Program is supported by the St. George Theatre Star Fund, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, Rotary of Staten Island,  NYC Department of Aging, Councilman James Oddo and Assembly woman Janele Hyer-Spencer.

Summer Educational Outreach Program 2011

75 scholarships will be awarded to children ages 9 to 18 to participate in an educational dance and theater progr am at the St. George Theatre. We encourage children that come from socially and economically challenged homes to apply.

Session: August 1st to August 12th, 2011
Days and Times: Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 2:00pm

Classes are offered in:
Ballet, Modern, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Street Tap, Multi-Cultural Dance, Dance & Theater History, Careers in the Arts, Nutrition, Literacy, Public Speaking, Preparation for Auditions, and Performance.

We strive to provide a safe, nurturing, and caring environment. In addition to the technique classes in dance and theater, students Iearn about nutrition and how to achieve a healthy lifestyle. A healthy lunch is provided daily. This program has a positive impact both on the community and the child; building self-esteem, encouraging literacy, creativity, and empowerment to motivate these youngsters.

A student performance and awards ceremony concludes the program with distribution of certificates, trophies, & dance scholarships.

How to apply:
Students must apply in person at the St. George Theatre beginning May 1, 2011. Applicants will be interviewed and required to fill out an application. 75 students will receive a scholarship to attend this program. For more information, call (718) 442-2900, Monday - Friday 9:30am-2:00pm.   Monday, August 1, 2011 First day of program

Monday, August 8, 2011 Saeko Ichinohe Dance Company performs "Japanese Garden in Four Seasons"

Dances include "Picnic in Viewing Cherry Blossom," "Autumn Leaves," and "Bird in Snow." Japanese culture depicting the beauty and unique elements of Japanese garden with beautiful dancing and colorful costumes. Part II is student/audience participation with Japanese language with daily greetings. (Students arrive at 9:30am, for morning classes and afternoon performance/workshop). Family and friends are welcome to attend the performance. Doors open: 12:30pm   Showtime: 1:00pm

Friday, August 12, 2011    Student performance and awards ceremony! (Students arrive at 9:30am for morning classes and rehearsals) Family and friends are welcome to attend the performance and award ceremony. Doors open: 12:30pm   Showtime: 1:00pm

Sunday, September 25, 2011 Students receive two complimentary tickets to attend Sounds of Broadway! Ticket voucher will be given at awards ceremony to each student that completes the program.

Friday, December 16, 2011    Students receive two complimentary tickets to attend The Christmas Show. Ticket voucher will be given at awards ceremony to each student that completes the program.



The St. George Theatre is supported in part by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, Councilwoman Debi Rose, Councilman James Oddo, Office of the Borough President, the Honorable James P. Molinaro, Assemblyman Michael Cusick, Bloomberg Philanthropies, Richmond County Savings Foundation, The Staten Island Foundation, Con Edison, Gateway Arms Realty, Staten Island University Hospital, American Guild of Variety Artists in memory of Bds Kalmus-Sherman, and many business and individual donors.

The following restaurants donate and provide lunch daily to our students: Cargo Cafe, Karl's Klipper, Lacey's Bridge Tavern, Beso's, Pier 76, and The Gavel Grill.