From our first year at Colfax Elementary School, we were intrigued by the Village Arts Theater Program with Pam and John Moser.  I tried to encourage my shy and soft-spoken daughter in Kindergarten and first grade to give it a try.  She loved seeing all the performances but was not yet ready to participate.  By the time, my daughter was in 3rd grade, in 2017, she was finally ready to give the program a try.  That was the beginning of a true love, for not only Ms. Pam and her amazing shows, but theater itself.  This program has helped my daughter grow with confidence and social skills and work as a group to create something wonderful.   My daughter is now 11 years old and she has not missed a performance opportunity with Village Arts Program since.  She now attends a performing arts magnet school, where those learned skills have helped develop the creative performer she is today.  Our family is so grateful for the growth my daughter has experienced with Village Arts.

My girls have LOVED Village Arts virtual summer camp! They love the variety of doing different activities each day - they wish it was longer! Being able to connect, be creative and have fun has truly been a bright spot! Particular favorites have been the super cool bird feeder art project and the Hamilton dance party with Ms. Jodie!

-Erin

Even though [Name] struggles with a stutter, she felt confident and comfortable enough to participate in the plays [Village Arts] conducted. We were looking forward to another exciting year in your program. We appreciate everything you and your team have put into making this experience as enjoyable as it has been. Village Arts has been a big part of our elementary experience. We hope that you guys will be able to survive these difficult times and we will be able to pick back up where we left off or as close to it as possible.

-Nellie

Village Arts is a blessing: a haven of support, fun, energy and excitement. Our son [Name] started two summers ago when he was 9 in 2018, and once he got in, he hasn’t stopped. It has helped him find his own voice and confidence, and we are certain this is thanks to Pam and the Village Arts team.

Village Arts & especially Teacher Jodie has been so special to us in helping foster self confidence & pride in our daughter.  Although there were days we thought we should give up Teacher Jodie never did!  We have truly seen the results of care, consistency, love, & support.  Our daughter has both blossomed in her acting & singing abilities & her self worth.  Thank you

-Natasha

Village Arts productions have helped my previously shy and reserved sons find their voices and find joy and fun in creativity! The impact ripples to more confidence in class work and school presentations. For this, I thank you profusely! 

- Megan

Pam and John are incredibly warm, supportive, and accepting, and Village Arts has become my kids' second home. Not only do the instructors teach so much about the arts, but most importantly their culture of generosity and inclusion has helped build my kids' confidence and taught them to truly root for every single member of the VA community. My family is so grateful for Village Arts!

My daughter, [Name]'s, involvement over the past 3 years with Pam and John and Village Arts has been phenomenal! I have seen her gain confidence onstage and off. Thank you, Village Arts!

-Laurie

Village Arts Theatre is truly a precious gift for our son.  Not only does it promote listening skills, engagement with others and the importance of attention to others’ actions, but it does all of this in a warm, safe environment.  

-Maura

There is nothing more fulfilling than watching your child develop and grow into her own.

-Corrina

Village Arts has helped give me daughter self-confidence and wonderful exposure to the world of musical theater. She has participated on 5 productions since she was in the 3rd grade two years ago. We are so grateful for what Village Arts does for our community and our children.

- Lara

Our daughter [Name] is 11 years old and did her first musical with Village Arts in 2015.   She was hooked from that first performance and has not missed a Village Arts musical since, even during the summer!    Pam and John have built such a creative and safe space for the kids and Village Arts has remained a constant love for [Name] over the past 6 years.   The program has taught [Name] teamwork, confidence and helped develop her passion for performing.   Even now, during this pandemic, Pam and John have found a fun and safe way to keep our kids engaged and their outdoor program is one of the things [Name] looks forward to each week!  Pam, John and their staff are one of a kind and we are beyond lucky to have this program in our village.

-Jen

My eight-year-old daughter, [name] had just turned five when she first started at Village Arts in 2017. She has gone on to perform in three plays and each year her part got bigger as her confidence grew being in front of an audience. I can’t tell you how wonderful Village Arts has been for my daughter socially. I truly believe it is a vital program in our community.

You drop your excited children off for 6-8 weeks and at the end of the session, the entire team of Village Arts has created a beautiful production made solely from a ton of passion and a lot of hard work.  We watched our child turn into an incredibly brave, outgoing, hilarious, and (who knew) really talented kid come to life. It truly is magical.

-Amy

Under Pam’s nurturing guidance for the past five years, I have watched my daughter turn from a timid girl into a fearless performer, making such interesting choices on stage it actually surprises me sometimes.

-Laura

Village Arts was such an integral part of my son's, [Name],  elementary school experience. He learned how to find his voice through Pam and John's wonderful program. He participated in 5 plays and each was more incredible than the next... Village Arts nurtures the kids in the most positive ways. They bring out talent in each and every kid they work with. I am so thankful for this organization.

Village Arts has made a profound and positive impact on our son [Name]. He started in the program at 7 yrs, shy and hesitant to get onstage. Ms. Pam and team were kind, nurturing and encouraging to him as his confidence grew. It was their patience and making him feel seen and accepted that made the big difference. Village Arts is still a place that he feels safe to express himself. At 13 yrs old and with 10 productions under his belt, it's still one of his favorite places to be!

-Jane

[Name], age 7, has loved being a part of Village Arts classes and theater shows since she was 4. All the teachers care so much about each child and their growth as artists. It is essential for [Name] and other kids to have programs like Village Arts to stretch their imaginations and build their confidence and creativity!  And it is tons of fun!

Village Arts is truly a place for everyone. Ms Pam and her team came highly recommended. We have watched 2 of their shows on stage previously and loved it. This is our first time doing a mini zoom camp with them, my daughter loved it that she asked me to sign her up for all sessions. There is a good mix of activities and the art kit is so exciting to get. Truly, 1 hour is not enough for all the fun she gets. 

–Dionne

My daughter was shy and had very few friends. She loved to sing and perform at home but getting on stage in front of others was too much and caused her a lot of anxiety. When Village Arts came to Colfax, she was excited. She tried out and made the cast! Through all the support and family oriented attitude, she developed so many life changing skills and we are grateful for all the fun, love, and laughter it has brought into our family and our daughter’s life.

Sonia

Village Arts has been instrumental in my child’s happiness and development. She has learned to sing, dance, act, and full express he creative and artistic talents. A program like this is so vital for the health and success of children.