Programs

Moving Mountains Inc provides year round activities. It is a safe, supervised positive alternative to the streets. Scientific studies show that when youth are given a choice they will wholeheartedly engage in programs, offered in their own communities. It is a tremendous plus when the program is fun, challenging and offers life skills training that will last a life time. MM Inc. is such an organization:

MOVING MOUNTAINS THEATER ENSEMBLE

Moving Mountains is comprised of young actors, actresses, singers, dancers, writers and musicians, committed to exposing the serious social issues confronting their peers. By utilizing original plays with strong specific positive messages attached MMI theater productions promote to youth the importance of making good choices and exposes the dangers to choosing to be a part of any negative actions such as, substance abuse, gang affiliation, violence, etc.

The current production, "IN SEARCH OF THE WIZ" opens Dec. 2011. The play is a modern day spin on "THE WIZ" combining the old with the new in a fun story of Dorothy meeting Scrow, a victim of bullies, Tinn who is stuck do to his poor choices and Lion a bully trying to live up to the expectations of others. The four seek out THE WIZ for some magical help only to find that they had the power to change their lives themselves.

THE MMPPC

The senior members of MMTE make up the MM Professional Performing Co. and are now available to visit NYC schools and address specific needs within schools. These orignal cast members are now working on film and TV. They are trained to address smaller audiences within schools with focus on the specific problems such as bullies, sexting, cyber bullies and Internet beef, as well as, poor choices regarding education, relationships and friends. Each smaller production is followed by a discussing period with the student audience. The results are amazing! For more information contact the MM office or email movingmountainsinc@gmail.com

MOVING MOUNTAINS FILM WORKS

For the burgeoning photographer, filmmaker, or graphic artist, MM Film Works supports and promotes the work and projects of the theater ensemble while exposing youth to the full cycle of media production. Along with equipment training, the youth are responsible for all promotion, art work and filming of the stage production and live performances. They are exposed to industry standard equipment and techniques allowing them to create their own media brand.

MMFW's have produced non-violence PSA's, and video promos for MM productions. The team also attends film festivals, critique documentaries and films and have guest directors for Q&A sessions.

MENTORSHIP AND OUTREACH

These services are ongoing, with youth being interviewed when they register by a member of the MM team who will then assess the individual needs of the applicant. Participants are assigned to mentors, or partner organizations on a needs basis. Youth meet with a counselor/mentor on a monthly basis within the program to determine if further needs for assistance is needed. This aspect of the program works to ensure that each participant has the support he or she may need to be successful academically and in any other area of their personal lives that they may be struggling with. MMI Youth Advocates keep an open invitation to all participants for a confidential adult ear that will give the best possible guidance or a referral to a professional service to meet the individual's needs, as well as, follow up. These services are open to all youth and not limited to MMI members.

In the past year this component has addressed issues which were mostly academic; such as tutoring, redirecting into High School/registration, school transfers, internships and mentor-ship placement, GED and college/financial aide applications. In addition youth were in need of and assisted with, referrals to legal assistance, health issues, and counseling services. Weekly activities are held at the Medgar Evers Colleg Campus in Brooklyn, NY. Major event locations are acquired through partnerships, rentals or donations; we utilize such spaces as The Brooklyn Museum, Medgar Evers College, Mount Morris Dance Studios, BVR Studios, and SH Recording Studios.

MOVING MOUNTAINS BOOK CLUB

Good reading habits and comprehension are essential to character development in dramatic performances for stage or film. The MMI Book Club was formed to encourage youth to read for fun and for understanding of diverse cultures. Using carefully selected books the club builds on the practice of reading; improving literacy, vocabulary, and understanding for the characters they hope to portray.

This year the club's focus is on plays. Every MM Theater Co. member is required to read several plays a year. The book club now support this effort by literally being on the same page. On November 6th, The MM Book Club will open up it's discussion on line through facebook discussions so that the world can join in every Sunday at 6pm on the Moving Mountains Inc. facebook page and discuss the plots and the characters of award winning plays.

MOVING MOUNTAINS INC. COMMUNITY SERVICE

MMICS works to build a sense of community and responsibility to the community. By creating opportunities for youth to serve others they develop not only the satisfaction and increased self worth that comes from a job well done but they will also grow into productive adults who are now in the habit of serving their community.

MMICS youth participate in seasonal projects such, coat drives for the homeless in the winter, toy drive at Christmas, and back to school supplies drive in the fall. In addition, high school members of MMI provide tutoring service to Elementary and Middle school students from neighboring public schools.

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