THE SCRIPT: September 2011

"Men must decide not to be rapists...then, there wouldn't be rape." -- "Jay," from The Script

THE SCRIPT is a one-man show that depicts JAY, NICK, JEREMY, and CHRIS, four young men, at the "edge of an incident"-- A female classmate has been involved in an episode of dating violence. The young men are suddenly confronted by the very real issues of rape and sexual assault. In the course of this 40 minute, eye-opening play, the four characters grapple with their attitudes and beliefs about men, women, and relationships, and they make dramatic choices which effect their friendships, and their lives.

Sunday, September 25, 2011

THE SCRIPT at URBAN EATS CAFE!

Thursday, September 22nd, at the Urban Eats Cafe, St. Louis, a great audience turned out for a performance of THE SCRIPT. In attendance were dedicated employees of great organizations, including Safe Connections, Provident, SLU School of Nursing, and ADAPT of Missouri. Thanks to Urban Eats and the awesome staff, all of who helped to make for a great evening!

Next... Brattleboro, Vermont, Wenesday, September 28th, 7 p.m., Luminz Studio... Don't miss this show!

Thursday, September 22, 2011

SAFE CONNECTIONS and THE SCRIPT...

Safe Connections, an amazing St. Louis-based agency, recently hosted a performance of THE SCRIPT... here's what a few staff members had to say:

“I thought it was a great presentation; important messages presented in a way that grabs your attention and touches you”

--Safe Connections staff member

"In The Script, Tim captures the complex thoughts and feelings experienced by male teens as they navigate dating and peer relationships. He clearly lays a path for steps young men can take address rape and violence in our communities. This entertaining performance is sure to motivate young adults to challenge their thoughts about sexual and dating violence. This important piece of work should be a regular part of high school and college orientation presentations."

--Amanda C. Antenucci, MSW, LCSW
Adolescent Therapist

About Safe Connections...

Located in St. Louis, Missouri, Safe Connections is a place where relationship violence and its long-term effects are addressed in complete confidence and security. Our individual counseling enables thousands of survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault to reclaim their lives. Our 24-hour Crisis Helpline volunteers provide resources and information to survivors, family members and concerned friends. Project H.A.R.T. offers information about healthy

relationships to adolescents at schools and other sites around the region. Our services are free, safe and confidential. Our staff members are experienced and compassionate. Since 1976, Safe Connections has created hope and healing from pain and violence. Join us in striving to make a safe, healthy community for all of us.

http://www.safeconnections.org/

Wednesday, September 21, 2011

THE SCRIPT at St. Louis University!

Over 1,000 St. Louis students saw THE SCRIPT in performance last night... they were a fantastic audience, and SLU is full of skilled and dedicated administrators who are working to educate the community on how to prevent violence... an excellent evening!

Friday, September 16, 2011

THE SCRIPT at St. Louis University!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20th, 5 P.M. & 7 P.M.

THE SCRIPT, LIVE, ON-STAGE!

BUSCH STUDENT CENTER, ST. LOUIS UNIVERSITY!

7 P.M. SHOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

DON'T MISS IT!!!

Monday, September 12, 2011

EXPERTS COMMENT ON "STANDING BY, STANDING UP"...

On Friday, September 9th, Tim premiered his new solo show about Bullying and Violence Prevention, Standing By, Standing Up. Here's what those in attendance said about the educational, multi-character, solo show:

"Wow! Very engaging-- funny, tragic, and everything in between." --Anonymous

"I enjoyed this! It was moving."
--Cassandra Jensen, LMSW

"Very well developed and the characters were very informational. Got a lot of insight and thoughts and inspiration from the characters."
--Lauren Foerster, Mentoring Assistant, Lutheran Family & Children's Services

"I HAVE SEEN OTHER PERFORMANCE THAT DEAL WITH BULLYING, AND BY FAR, THIS WAS THE BEST!"
--J.S.

More comments, posted here, soon! Thanks to everyone in attendance!

Friday, September 9, 2011

STANDING BY, STANDING UP, the debut performance!

Standing By, Standing Up, Tim's new solo show about Bullying and Violence Prevention, hosted by Allison Hile and Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership, premiered at Visions for Children at Risk this morning! It was a well-attended performance, with lots of excellent folks from excellent agencies. Thanks to all who attended and shared their insightful feedback and comments!

Friday, September 2, 2011

From TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP...

Teen Pregnancy & Prevention Partnership
Partnership E-News
2011 Professional Training Dates:
Fri, Sept. 9, 2011
"STANDING BY/STANDING UP"
A new play on bullying by
Tim Collins

9-11

St. Louis

STANDING BY/STANDING UP
No advanced registration, arrive early to get a good seat for the premier
performance of Tim Collins' STANDING BY/STANDING UP, an educational one-man show addressing the issues of bullying and violence prevention.

STANDING BY/STANDING UP depicts four young men challenged by bullying. This timely educational theater piece depicts various forms of Bullying, and follows the interwoven stories of the characters as they either work to further, or prevent, violence.

STANDING BY/STANDING UP, aimed at 8th-12th grade students, takes a sober look at the dire consequences of bullying, cyber-bullying, and exclusion, but also identifies hopeful outcomes and ways that students can prevent violence in their schools and lives.

Friday, September 9th

9:00 - 11:00 am

Teen Pregnancy and Prevention Partnership

2433 N. Grand, 63106

(at Vision for Children at Risk, which hosts our offices)

Don't miss the debut of this moving, extraordinary show!

For more information about the meeting, contact Allison Hile: ExecutiveDirector@teenpregnancy-mo.org. There is no advanced registration, $10 at the door.

For more info about the show or to contact Tim Collins: info@timcollinsonline.com

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Thursday, September 1, 2011

THE SCRIPT at SAFE CONNECTIONS!

August 31st, the amazing staff of SAFE CONNECTIONS brought in a performance of THE SCRIPT... it was fantastic to share the show with the skilled & excellent members of this important agency... check out www.safeconnections.org for more info...

More shows coming up-- Hope to see you there!

THE SCRIPT-- A ONE MAN SHOW CONFRONTING RAPE AND DATING VIOLENCE

"I thought the show was awesome. Tim did such a great job of choosing the most relatable characters to get his message out there in the best way he could, in a way that would really get people to start thinking about the things they do and how they think about women. I think it takes a lot of courage to get up in front of a large crowd & act that out & I feel privileged to have seen the show. It made me want to respect myself more than I already do. Thank you so much."

--Rachel Edmonds, Saint Louis University student

"What I liked most about THE SCRIPT was the way it engaged both adolescents and parents on a range of important topics that are not discussed often enough. The play was dynamic, and the various characters connected with the audience. It was a gift to be able to see it and share it with adolescents and parents in our community. We can spend hours talking about issues, but, in forty minutes, THE SCRIPT showed a huge range of issues, deepening discussion in unique ways. I count it a privilege to have seen it."

---Dorothy Denny, MSW, LCSW, Children's Advocacy Services

"Wonderful, effective, powerful performance!"

--Donna MacomberCo-Executive DirectorWomen's Freedom Center

"I've been working with Men's issues for over twenty years, both personally and professionally. In the course of just forty minutes, Tim has managed to address nearly all of them with compassion, and candor."

--Craig McIntosh, MSW, LCSW, Provident, Inc. Domestic Violence Program Coordinator

"In THE SCRIPT, Tim captures the complex thoughts and feelings experienced by male teens as they navigate dating and peer relationships. He clearly lays a path for steps young men can take to address rape and violence in our communities. This entertaining performance is sure to motivate young adults to challenge their thoughts about sexual and dating violence. This important piece of work should be a regular part of high school and college orientation presentations."

--Amanda C. Antenucci, MSW, LCSW Adolescent Therapist, Safe Connections

"I was absolutely enthralled by Tim Collins' "The Script". Not only did he provide well-researched, accurate information on rape, he created and portrayed four very different males who each had sympathetic components. Tim gets correct messages out without alienating anyone. His poignant portrayal of the situation managed to utilize humor as well as keep everyone engaged to see 'who did it.' "

--Allison Hile, Executive Director, Teen Pregnancy & Prevention Partnership

"The Script is a compelling look at the impact of sexual violence in our communities, viewed through the eyes of young men. Tim’s sensitive use of comic relief and intense drama will keep adolescents and adults alike actively engaged in the show from start to finish."

--Cindy Malott, Crisis Intervention Supervisor of the YWCA St. Louis Regional Sexual Assault Center

"This may be the most important one-person show you'll ever see. Tim Collins is a superlative performer, and his cagey, taut, forty-minute performance was both mesmerizing and profound."

--The Arts Advocate

"I thought the show was absolutely awesome! It was engaging, insightful, and I could really relate to it. It helped me understand male perspectives and thoughts in a new, unique way. This show is a great advocate for awareness and change."

--St. Louis University Student

"I was very interested in hearing more about the skit presented to the students. As a staff member of the Clayton Family Courts Juvenile Unit female unit, this kind of real presentation of people the girls encounter will help them think about relationships and friendship. Based on group talks I have had with the students, they need more exposure to information about relationship conflict and to how boys think. Please continue and come back and provide this service. It really created an unexpected response-- smiles, frowns, excitement, and a greater interest."

--Patt Adjarety, Juvenile Officer at Clayton Family Courts

"I loved the show-- perfect blend of humor, drama, and presentation of facts! This show is a real eye opener and provides a unique perspective on the movement to end sexual violence."

--Lori Holtmener, Sexual Assault Response Team advocate

"TERRIFIC! POWERFUL!
I'm at a loss for words. This performance is a must-see."

--Tami P., Nursing Student, Goldfarb School of Nursing

"The presentation actually impacted me-- I never really thought about rape and it makes me realize how damaging rape can be...I also thought that the characters you played were very real."

--Bluett High School Student, Age 17

"It was great. Really, The Script is a personal, true testimony to the commonality of violence against women and the great need for advocacy, especially from the young men and women to whom these stories belong....each character in the show was unique, yet entirely relateable and recognizable...I have a great interest in youth in the criminal justice system and I see this show as a great source of hope for their rehabilitation and reintegration into society."

--Laura Childs, SLU Student

"Much luv to the show. I loved the show, it actually touched my heart. Today you helped me actually to find myself. Everyday I try to fit myself into a social box but today your show and your talent have just made me find a part of myself. You should tell the world about what you have to say. You're funny, talented, and educational. Thanks so much for that amazin' show! Much luv. I like how you switched characters, and much emotion."

--St. Louis High School Student, Age 16

"The Script is a riveting and compelling play about the complex social issues associated with date rape. Playwright and actor Tim Collins masterfully portrays the tale of four young men, struggling with long-standing beliefs and attitudes about masculinity, women, and rape. The Script is a highly effective experiential learning activity that engages the audience/students on a deep and personal level and invites both men and women to be part of the solution to end the violence--a must see for all."

--Dorcas McLaughlin, PhD, APRN, CP

For more information, please email:

info@timcollinsonline.com