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What’s more rewarding than working in production? Getting to not only work with, but teach it to a special group of people. Join Joe & Ian Foss as they share the work & mission of Prospector Theater.
Key Takeaways:
- The Prospector Theater is a nonprofit premium four-screen movie theater in Ridgefield, Connecticut, dedicated to employing and educating adults with disabilities through meaningful work.
- All marketing and video needs are handled in-house by Prospect Productions, showcasing the talents of the theater’s employees (“prospects”).
- The organization offers vocational and job training, including hands-on media production training that starts with accessible tools (iPhones/iPads) and progresses to professional cameras (DSLRs/mirrorless).
- Beyond theater operations, they create original media and music and are developing a streaming platform called Sparkle Vision aimed at producing shows for the disability community and broader audiences.
- The theater experience goes beyond movies with “pink glove service,” live shows, event rentals, and food/drink options (cafe, restaurant, and bar), with additional growth ideas like a gourmet popcorn delivery service.
- Founder Val’s vision is highlighted as a key driver of the theater’s inclusive culture and innovative approach to community engagement.
