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clientele

universal themes and stories...make the Improbable Player's programs appropriate and adaptable for a variety of ages and audiences.

Problems with alcohol and other drugs affect everyone, whether - as the old saying goes - you come from Yale or jail. Each population has its unique challenges and needs, but the basic stories are remarkably the same.


* Photo: Skowhegan High School, Maine, with School Support Counselor, Dan Riley, and the cast of Running On E.


middle schools and high schools

 

"The Players certainly fulfilled their promise in delivering a strong combination of education and motivation to help students in making healthy choices.  After your program many students talked about knowing someone close to them who is dealing with alcohol or other substances. Learning that help is available not only for the user, but the family member of friend, gave comfort and relief to many." - high school teacher


 

  • Assembly programs
  • Evening programs for parents/community
  • Kick off the conference
  • Pre-prom program
  • Drama workshops for the peer leaders
colleges and universities

 

  • Freshman Orientation
  • Alcohol and Drug Awareness Week
  • Cabaret Night
  • Specific group gatherings, such as athletes or Greeks.

 

"I was continually impressed with the ability of the Players to engage the crowds in the post show discussions. The facility and the comfortability with which the Players were able to share and relate their personal experiences to the issues presented was terrific. I cannot recomment the Improbable Players enough." - freshman orientation faculty


community organizations

 

"We celebrated recovery from alcoholism and other drugs with a workshop led by the Improbable Players. They taught us how to tell our stories IN ONE MINUTE!  It was so fun, and everybody got involved enthusiastically. We thank the Players, who have been a great support to this community." --Director of MOAR


 

  • Neighborhood awareness events
  • Recovery centers
  • Councils on aging
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Trial courts
  • Prisons
  • Chambers of commerce
  • Conferences
conferences

*   recovery advocacy events
*   state and national conferences

"Thank you for being part of our first annual NIATx Summit. I think the standing ovation you all received speaks to the impact you made on those present. Your willingness to share of your recovery perspective was appreciated. Thank you for giving of yourself and helping the field of substance abuse treatment gain a better understanding of the client and recovery community perspective." - Scott Gatzke, Outreach Specialist, NIATx
All programs have pre- and post-performance Discussion Guides and run about 45 minutes. Each program is followed by an hour of Q&A / discussion.

Contact the Players to preview a program, or for a list of references in your area: players@improbableplayers.org

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