My name is Caitie Drewery and I have a love affair with theatre. I am a recent grad from Dalhousie University’s Theatre Honors program. Having acquired years of new skills and goals I found myself going back to the place where, as a student, I was first inspired to follow my dream. My volunteer experience at LKTYP has been very positive. It has allowed me to get back to my roots, and re-connect with all the reasons I fell in love with theatre in the first place. It has also helped me become immersed with people who are interested in changing children’s lives through theatre, just like me. I have met some fantastic people, who I look forward to seeing every time I come into the office. I have been given the opportunity to see the shows, and then learn about the sheer complexity of putting the piece on the stage. The curtain, so to speak, has been drawn back for me, and I am given a glimpse of all the inner-workings of the productions. As a volunteer, your work is not only appreciated, but has an impact on you as a person. Working as a volunteer for March Break camp, I realized that my campers came to class to everyday to “hang out” with me and my instructor. They got up early in the morning, and instead of watching t.v., or playing video games, they wanted to hang out with me, because I made their day so much fun. My actions as a volunteer resulted in a week long experience that those kids will take with them into adulthood; and really who could ask for more then that? Those experiences have solidified my interest in children’s education, and I will be applying to teacher’s college in 2010. I know the relationships and knowledge I take from these walls will help me achieve my future career goals. This experience is worth every penny I’m not getting paid!
-Caitie
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