Coming-of-Age Dance-Play, 'Let's Talk About IT!' to be Presented for CPS

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Community Performance Series will present “Let’s Talk About IT!” on Nov. 18 and Nov. 19 at SUNY Potsdam’s Performing Arts Center.

POTSDAM, NY (11/10/2016)(readMedia)-- Community Performance Series will present the Treehouse Shakers production of "Let's Talk About IT!" on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 18 and Nov. 19, in the Performing Arts Center at SUNY Potsdam.

"Let's Talk About IT!" is a coming-of-age dance-play for teens that deftly and humorously explores intimacy, relationships and the challenging choices teens face in everyday life. The performance incorporates vocabulary of dance, ancient world folklore, real-life stories and video interviews of everyday teens. A multimedia melding develops the teen story in an age of video webcast, instant messaging and the constant need for media notoriety, while holding onto the conflicts, thoughts and dreams that have always afflicted teens.

Two school day performances will take place on Friday, Nov. 18, at 9:30 a.m. and 12 p.m., respectively. A public performance will be offered on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 3 p.m.

Ticket prices are $5 for students, $10 for adults and free for school day chaperones. These performances are recommended for teens, parents and educators.

Following the performances, there will be an optional opportunity for audience members to discuss topics raised in the show with the performers, acting as a tool to encourage open communication between parents and their teens.

"With this show, we hope to initiate conversation between teens and parents, guardians, teachers, counselors and peers, regarding their lives and the problems they may be experiencing. This performance will also help them understand that while everyone's experiences are their own, no one is alone. To supplement the performance, we've also invited some very helpful service organizations, such as Renewal House and Planned Parenthood, to come in and share information before and after the show," said CPS Education Coordinator Patricia Mason.

If you are experiencing cyberstalking, teen dating violence, sexual assault or domestic violence, Renewal House is an excellent source for assistance. Serving men, women and children, Renewal House has a 24-hour Crisis Line, at (315) 379-9845. More information about their services can be found at www.slvrenewalhouse.org.

Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York is proud to serve every patient, regardless of means, for reproductive health needs throughout life. They have seven health centers throughout Clinton, Franklin, Jefferson, Lewis and St. Lawrence counties, and serve nearly 12,000 women and men in the North Country each year. More information about their services can be found at www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-north-country-new-york.

For teachers who would like to learn more about the school day performances and other educational opportunities, please contact CPS Education Coordinator Patti Mason at (315) 267-2612.

Public performance tickets are now on sale and can be purchased by visiting the CPS Box Office, located in the lobby of SUNY Potsdam's new Performing Arts Center, by calling (315) 267-2277 or by visiting www.cpspotsdam.org. Single tickets can also be purchased in-person at Brick & Mortar Music in downtown Potsdam.

CPS is a college-community partnership presenting world-class performing artists and arts education opportunities in Northern New York. This rich mixture of programming links communities, classrooms and audiences of all ages and preserves access to the performing arts for future generations. For more information, visit www.cpspotsdam.org.

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of only three arts campuses in the entire SUNY system. SUNY Potsdam's arts curriculum offers the full palette: music, theatre, dance, fine arts and creative writing. No matter the discipline, people from all backgrounds can find their creative compass at Potsdam, with myriad arts immersion experiences available for both campus and community.

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