A Company of Friends at GiGi’s Playhouse
A Company of Friends is a theatre group for Adults with Special Needs in Liverpool, England. It began as a group of friends that wanted to spend more time together and had similar goals and similar senses of humor. Now, the Company of Friends has over 15 members that travel...
Dancing for Down syndrome
I'm the mother of a child with Down syndrome. I remember the days when I thought that meant my life was pretty much over. I imagined long days of pity and ostracism. What I've discovered is a beautiful child, a welcoming community, and a compelling sense of purpose. This was the gift of GiGi's...
Teens and Young Adults at GiGi’s Playhouse!
plai ensemble theatre, guest artists in residence at GiGi's Playhouse NYC, are making waves with the coolest new Playhouse participants - teens and young adults we meet weekly to create and share the magic of theatre in a public performance scheduled for our local, Harlem library. Here is...
Sky’s the limit!
When you GOT DREAMS, the Sky's the limit. About 100 super stars showed up at our 3rd annual World Down Syndrome Day Party on March 21st 2014. Miss New York, the talented, dynamic and lovely Miss. Amanda Mason was the master of dreams. She introduced the...
Your Voice/Documentary Film/Far From The Tree/Andrew Solomon
Please join us for an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of a film version of Andrew Solomon's bestseller, Far From the Tree. Sunday April 27, 2;3:30 Ark Media, a Brooklyn-based documentary film company, is currently working on a film adaption of the groundbreaking bestseller Far from the Tree,...
Think Greater Potential
It is so nice to be sitting here at the kitchen table, relaxed, quiet - a stark contrast to how I spent the day at City College of New York. I was privileged once again to represent the interests of GiGi’s Playhouse-NYC, our local Down syndrome awareness, activity and educational...
a distinctive life
Gina was always smiling. She had a lilt in her voice that made it seem like she was singing. I would always direct her to simply say, 'goodbye' when she left messages for families, but she would invariably add, 'have an amazing day!' at the end of each call she...
A Foundation of Strength
I remember all the questions I had when my daughter was an infant; how lost I felt about so many things. She is 14 months now and I still reach out to my favorite moms with questions and concerns. I am so glad new parents have their own favorite parents to...
Our Goal is to Inspire
Learning Centers & Homework Help AT GIGI’S PLAYHOUSE If you are looking for innovative and exciting ways to stimulate your child's mind and encourage them to learn new skills, visit us at GiGi's Playhouse. There are a variety of fun and educational programs to choose from, including our new Learning...
NYC Marathon, the Hudson River and a bird house
A Riddle for Playhouse Fans What do the NYC Marathon, the Hudson River, the tail end of winter and a birdhouse have in common? Answer: the GiGi’s Playhouse-NYC 2014 i-have-a-voice Gala! Here’s why: This year we invite you to join the GiGi’s family on board the elegant Hornblower Hybrid for...
Breathtaking!
A month of giving and learning at GiGi's Playhouse NYC Jordana Mendelson, Education Director From mid-December to mid-January, the volunteers at GiGi's Playhouse NYC have been very busy, and I could not be prouder of the community we have all become over these past two years. To see the...
Really Making a Difference
It was an honor for Marilee and I to represent GiGi's Playhouse NYC at the Manhattan Family Resource Fair on Wednesday, December 11. I was concerned that the 18th floor of the Hotel Pennsylvania would not draw in a crowd, such as St. Paul The Apostle venue of last year....