State Street Miracles
Miracles Happen at The Media Theatre
The Media Theatre is home to the State Street Miracles, a performance troupe of adults with intellectual disabilities who are ambassadors in song. They are available to sing at community events or for civic organizations.
The troupe was formed in 2006 and has grown from eight to 14 performers. It is an educational program where the individuals have learned the music, lyrics and choreography for 14 songs from classic musicals to pop and rock. They’ve played to audiences from Harrisburg to Washington, D.C.
Their performances are professional, yet spontaneous as the Miracles introduce themselves and perform a repertoire of songs from show tunes to modern hits including the Journey song, “Don’t Stop Believin’.”
The troupe, which is sponsored by The Media Theatre, features adults who have various developmental disabilities from autism to Down syndrome. The emphasis at Monday night rehearsals goes beyond performing. The members experience improved speech and articulation, better independence and decision-making, increased self-esteem, and most importantly, they’ve formed friendships with their fellow performers and the The Media Theater staff. It is truly an inclusive experience.
State Street Miracles are ambassadors in song for people with disabilities.
Book the Miracles
The State Street Miracles are available to perform one or all of their songs for civic and non-profit groups, at community functions or any special occasion. They are also available to open events with the national anthem or “God Bless America.” Donations are welcome. For information about the State Street Miracles, contact Trish Cofiell at 610-322-6806.
Miracles Membership
The troupe is limited in number, but there are sometimes openings. If an adult with an intellectual disability is interested in theatre performance and joining the Miracles, they can send an email with their contact information and music background to tcjs@comcast.net. There is a fee for each rehearsal season.
The mission of the State Street Miracles is to provide people with disabilities an outlet to express their musical and artistic talent while raising awareness in the community of the creative abilities of people who have a developmental disability.
While people with disabilities are more included today in the school and work environment, there are still many barriers preventing them from participating in the arts community. The Media Theatre, a professional music theater, provides a bridge to performance opportunities.