Testimonials

As a community, family, or friends all of the youth feel better when we acknowledge their work or presence and make them feel valued. The CAP program offers that to them and my son’s experience has made him learn more about different cultures, himself, and the community. – CAP Parent

When I was acting it helped me to learn a lot of things and it helped me to respect. – CAP Youth

CAP is a direct connection between arts and community. There is no ‘middle man’. It makes better citizens of both the adults and the youth. – CAP Artist Mentor

This time was really hard and frustrating sometimes because I had so many lines. But when you memorize them all, you feel really good about yourself. – CAP Youth

The Chicago Avenue Project establishes a wealth of support for the children to feel safe, to take risks, and to grow. – CAP Artist Mentor

I didn’t realize that the play would bring so much out in him. I never would have thought he could perform in front of all those people the way he did. I didn’t even know him when he was up on that stage. I was amazed. – CAP Parent

What I consider the true benchmark of the success of the Chicago Avenue Project is that the kids are not interchangeable—these plays are written for them, by them, with their talents and personalities in mind. – CAP Artist Mentor

I learned you can say what you feel and you always write something people relate to. – CAP Youth

It’s the best time there is in theater. Period. – CAP Artist Mentor