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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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 NEW PROMO VIDEO for THE SCRIPT!

Please check out:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_zAIYEUBVIA

for the newest promo video for THE SCRIPT, filmed and edited by Chris Latragna!

THE SCRIPT on tour...

THE SCRIPT will be in performance throughout late August and September...

August 31st, Safe Connections, Saint Louis, MO

September 9th, (STANDING BY/STANDING UP, a new one-man show about Bullying Prevention) at
TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP, Saint Louis, MO

September 15th, Children's Advocacy Services of Greater Saint Louis, Saint Louis, MO

September 20th, Saint Louis University, 2 performances, Saint Louis, MO

September 22nd, Urban Eats Cafe --this show is open to the public!!! Saint Louis, MO

September 28th, Luminz Studio-- this show is open to the public!!! Brattleboro, VT

25 Days Until The Premier of STANDING BY/STANDING UP!

Don't miss it! September 9th, 9:00 a.m. to 11 a.m., at Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership, St. Louis, Missouri, the debut performance of 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 identifies ways that students can prevent violence in their schools and lives.

Don't miss this show!

For more info: info@timcollinsonline.com

THE SCRIPT--the video, part 2!!

Coming soon! THE SCRIPT, the second promotional video, filmed by Chris Latragna. You'll be able to see it on YouTube, and here, on this blog!

Also, the promotional video for STANDING BY/STANDING UP will be released in mid-October. Don't miss the debut performance of this exciting educational theater piece, addressing Bullying and Violence Prevention-- September 9th, 9 a.m., at Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership, St. Louis, MO.

Email: info@timcollinsonline.com for more information...

NEW PERFORMANCE DATE FOR "STANDING BY/STANDING UP"!

A public performance of the new one-man show about Bullying and Violence Prevention, STANDING BY/STANDING UP--
don't miss this performance!

Thursday, October 27th, 7 p.m.
The Stone Spiral

2500 Sutton
Maplewood, MO 63143
(314) 335-7388

THE SCRIPT, the PROMO VIDEO, on YOUTUBE!

Check out this blog's side bar to go directly to YouTube to check out the new promo video for THE SCRIPT!

THE SCRIPT-- THE VIDEO!!!

THE SCRIPT--the video!!!

The promo video for THE SCRIPT is nearly ready for its debut! Crafted by filmmaker Chris Latragna, this five minute video captures the urgency and intensity of THE SCRIPT... check back in a few days for the premier!

THE SCRIPT at the Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership Film Festival & Resource Fair!

THE SCRIPT on display...

The Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership Film Festival and Resource Fair was
a fantastic event, attended by a number of great organizations, including Safe Connections, the Wyman School, and Planned Parenthood. Thanks to T.P.P.P. for the inspiring & exciting opportunity to meet excellent, hardworking people, dedicated to helping others!

THE LASTEST NEWS ABOUT "THE SCRIPT"!

CATCH PERFORMANCES IN THE MIDWEST, NEW ENGLAND, AND ON-LINE!

See the premier performance of
STANDING BY/STANDING UP,
a one-man show about Bullying and Violence Prevention, September 9th, 9:30 a.m.,
@ Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership,
located at 2433 N. Grand, St. Louis, MO.

You can see a performance of THE SCRIPT, called:
"a great advocate for awareness and change," on September 22nd at the amazing Urban Eats Cafe, located @ 3301 Meramec St., Saint Louis, MO.

Also, THE SCRIPT in Brattleboro, Vermont! Wednesday, September 28th @ Luminz Studio, 74 Cotton Mill Hill, Brattleboro, VT

For More Info about any of these performances, please email:

info@timcollinsonline.com

See you at a show!

FROM TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION PARTNERSHIP!

The latest e-news from the fantastic Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership... you can catch Tim at both the Program Fair on Friday, July 22nd, and in performance on September 9th! Check out all the events offered by this important organization!

July 2011 You're Invited to the 2011 TPPP Film Festival and Program Fair! Summer heat getting you down? Come by and chill out with lemonade or wine and snacks and network with fellow professionals while learning more about local programs that improve adolescent sexual health! We will also showcase free film clips appropriate for use in a sexual health classroom - and you'll get a resource list to take with you! Friday, July 22, 3 to 6 pm at Vision for Children at Risk (hosts our offices) 2433 N Grand, 63106 (1 mile north of the Fox Theater) $5 at the door Questions? Contact Allison Hile at (213) 280-4770, or ExecutiveDirector@TeenPregnancy-MO.org UPCOMING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING STANDING BY/STANDING UP STANDING BY/STANDING UP confronts the difficult truths about Bullying, depicting a compelling range of characters, both students and teachers, struggling with choices, consequences, and uncertainties. STANDING BY/STANDING UP is a fast-paced, 40-minute one-man show, aimed at middle school and high school students, but relevant for adults and anyone working to prevent violence and abuse in their communities. TPPP will host this extraordinary show on Friday, September 9th, at its professional training meeting, from 9:00 - 11:00 am, at Vision for Children at Risk. Tim Collins is an award-winning actor and playwright. He is currently touring THE SCRIPT, a one-man show about Dating Violence Prevention. Find out more: www.timcollinssoloperformer.blogspot.com, and www.timcollinsonline.com WORKSHOP OPPORTUNITY Sexual Health 101 Join TPPP and your fellow colleagues for this great opportunity for professional development and networking, and to fill your bag with useful tips & information! Topics will include: Contraceptive Technology Update enhanced with Reproductive Anatomy, Physiology and Adolescent Development STD/HIV Update enhanced with LGBT Issues What Works and Creative Ways to Discuss Sexuality with Teens Handling Parents' Concerns Friday, September 16th, 2011 8:30 am - 3:00 pm at Vision for Children at Risk The $50 workshop fee includes training materials, breakfast and lunch. Questions? Contact Allison Hile, ExecutiveDirector@teenpregnancy-mo.org

MISSION The Teen Pregnancy & Prevention Partnership brings together individuals and private and public organizations to improve communication and education so that youth make choices that decrease the incidence of sexually transmitted infections and unplanned pregnancies.

UPCOMING PERFORMANCES OF "THE SCRIPT"

August 31st-- Safe Connections, St. Louis, MO


September 22nd-- Urban Eats, St. Louis, MO


September 28th-- Luminz Studio, Brattleboro VT


More show details forthcoming-- stay tuned!!!

COMING SOON.. "THE SCRIPT" THE VIDEO!

August 15th-- the premier of "THE SCRIPT," the promo video! Filmed by Chris Latragna, this exciting preview will be be posted HERE, on www.timcollinssoloperformer.blogpsot.com !

Check back soon for more details...

Also! More performance dates, TBA, soon!

"THE SCRIPT" ON TOUR, & MORE...

Check back soon for new tour dates of "THE SCRIPT"-- Tim will be on the road in the Midwest and in New England...

Also...August 15th: The premiere of THE SCRIPT, the promo video! Stay tuned for more details...

Also...September 9th, the debut performance of a one-man show addressing Bullying & Violence Prevention! Check back soon for more details...

IMAGES FROM "THE SCRIPT" -- THE VIDEO!!!

CHRIS

IMAGES FROM "THE SCRIPT" DVD

THE SCRIPT -- THE VIDEO!!!

We are very excited to announce the upcoming release of the promotional video of THE SCRIPT, filmed by Chris Latragna. This video will debut here, on timcollinssoloperformer.blogspot.com,
on August 15th! Check back soon for more details, and check out the preceeding posts for images from the video!

IMAGES FROM "THE SCRIPT"!!!

JEREMY

IMAGES FROM THE PROMO VIDEO OF "THE SCRIPT"
FILMED BY CHRIS LATRAGNA

JEREMY

JEREMY

IMAGES FROM "THE SCRIPT"!!!

JAY

Images from the upcoming promotional video of
"THE SCRIPT," filmed by Chris Latragna...

IMAGES FROM "THE SCRIPT"!!!

NICK

Images from the upcoming promotional video of
"THE SCRIPT," filmed by Chris Latragna...

NICK

EXPERTS COMMENT ON "THE SCRIPT"...

"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

Experts Comment on THE SCRIPT...

From Dr. Dorcas McLaughlin, Saint Louis University Professor

"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

NEW! REVIEW OF "THE SCRIPT" from ARTS ADVOCATE!

We are pleased to post a review from The Arts Advocate Blog, written by Regina Trilling... Thanks to Regina and her kind words about the show!

June 7th, 2011

Arts Advocate

Regina Trilling
www.artsadvocateblog.blogspot.com

A Powerful Performance...

My first offering for the Arts Advocate "Blog"concerns a thrilling one-man show I chanced upon.

I was on my way through Saint Louis back on May 19th, a bustling little urban zone, positively riven with delightful restaurants and pubs. Maplewood, a suburb of sorts, not far from downtown, offers the Schlafly Brewery, with a range of bold ales, and the Kakao Chocolateer, which is a Valhalla for Chocolate-Lovers. In fact, if you are a "Chocoholic," best avoid this quaint and humming shop altogether! You will not be able to escape without substantial purchases involving dark chocolate "Bark," and the devastatingly good "Sea Salt Caramels." I may have to return to Maplewood (even though I am currently south of Missouri's state line) to reacquire some of those enticing delicacies.

But, I digress. Having the evening to spend in quaint Maplewood, my travelling companion noticed a modest poster for a one-man show: "The Script: Addressing the issues of Dating Violence and Sexual Assault." Not typical subject matter for your everyday one-person performance. We took a gamble on it, and I can report only this: 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 venue, The Stone Spiral, a hippie-era-aura kind of deliciously low-key coffee house (with a discreet and helpful staff, and very good mocha lattes), was utterly transformed by Collins' enthralling intensity, such that, when the young performer paused, for effect, in the midst one of his utterly convincing character's urgent, terse monologues, you could, nearly, hear a tear drop. And many a tear was shed by the attentive and grateful audience, who stood for a well-deserved standing ovation at the end of this valuable piece of educational theater.

The Script concerns four teenage (or college age) young men who grapple with a situation that their mutual friend finds herself in; a fellow student has become a victim of sexual violence. Again, I am struck by how incongruous a topic this is for a one-man show...many of the "solo shows" I have attended (in Chicago, primarily), have been relatively self-serving affairs, autobiographical journeys through the actor/writer's past, or exaggerated flights of fancy. Collins' manages to create a theater piece that is vital and entertaining, dealing with (sadly) very real issues, but in a capacity that is both full of passion and humor. The humor, unexpected as it was, serves as a gentle balm to the cutting seriousness of the topic; Collins' show imparts important lessons, but he at no point becomes pedantic. Each character is lovingly portrayed, and their struggles, even when the characters are lost in their own various misunderstandings or wrong-thinking, become the audience's struggles. How can we help? How can we work to build a world that thrives and flourishes on strong foundations of respect and understanding, and not give way to hatred, violence, and cynicism? Collins' show asks questions, then asks of the audience: What can we all do to live in a more compassionate manner?

I understand that Collins' show is intended for high school and college age students (as indicated by his thoughtful artist's statement in the show program), but this powerful theater piece is certainly relevant, and, I might add, necessary, for adults. I did not have a chance to converse with Mr. Collins after the performance (he was fairly thronged with admirers), but I wish him well and will keep close watch over his further doings. An important show, and a lovely and auspicious beginning to the "Arts Advocate Journey" to encounter art and culture on these American roads.

From www.breakthecycle.org

A recent study found that dating violence is prevalent among "Tweens," adolescents between the ages of 11 and 14. The research found:

* 1/2 of tweens have been or are in romantic relationships
* 1/2 of teen girls with prior relationship experience report being victims of verbal, physical, or sexual abuse
* 1 in 5 American tweens who have been in a relationship reported knowing a friend who had been struck in anger by a boyfriend or girlfriend
* More than 1/2 of teens who had sex before the age of 14 experienced high rates of violence or abuse in relationships

Check out this great website for more information on the reality of dating violence!

THE SCRIPT -- THE VIDEO!

THE LATEST NEWS

Portions of THE SCRIPT will soon be available on DVD, and on-line! Stay tuned for details regarding this exciting development!

A Special Thanks...

THANKS To all the Sexual/Domestic Violence Prevention agencies that attended the May 19th performance of THE SCRIPT and helped to make the evening such a success!

Teen Pregnancy Prevention Partnership

Safe Connections

Women's Place

St. Louis University Staff

Adapt of Missouri

...your support is invaluable!

THE SCRIPT CAN USE YOUR SUPPORT!

Your financial support allows more students to see THE SCRIPT... to make a donation to support this one-man show confronting Sexual Violence, please email:

info@timcollinsonline.com

or call:

314 651 2078


Many thanks!

A NEW ONE-MAN SHOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION!

The latest news-- Tim is at work on a new one-man show
(a companion piece to THE SCRIPT) addressing the issues of Bullying and Violence Prevention.

Bullying is a fundamentally important issue in American society, and the more that activists & educators can fuel discussion and awareness of Violence Prevention among teens, the better for everyone. Stay tuned for more details about this new one-man show!

The debut performance of this solo show will be presented by Teen Pregnancy & Prevention Partnership & Allison Hile, TPPP's Executive Director.

The performance will be held on Friday, September 9th,2011, at Vision For Children At Risk, 2422 N. Grand, St. Louis, 9:30 a.m., with a post-show discussion to follow.

For more info, email: info@timcollinsonline.com

THE SCRIPT at the Stone Spiral, May 19th...

Thanks to everyone who made the evening a big success! We had a fantastic turnout for the show, and a great post-show discussion. Extra thanks to Dr. Dorcas McLaughlin, for her expertise, and to the staff of the Stone Spiral, who were a great help and fantastic hosts...check out the Stone Spiral if you are in the area...

More performances of THE SCRIPT, to be announced, soon!

for more information, email:

info@timcollinsonline.com