Khloe's Blues was inspired by a student at a local school in Milwaukee. The playwright and author sat with the student and learned why they were fighting. She learned that the student was being bullied because of the color of her skin. The story and other bullying incidents inspired the playwright to develop a children's book and play that brings awareness to the impact of bullying and the importance of Social Emotional Development programming within the schools. Colorism and bullying has increased Post COVID-19. Raising The Bar is partnering with Bronzeville Arts Ensemble to bring awarness to the impact of Bullying in schools and for after school programming.
The funding will be used to pay artists, performers, and provided workshops for Raising The Bar, schools, and other youth serving organizations. The goal is to provide youth performers with a professional theatre experience. The show will also provide teachers and Youth Development Professionals the tools to support their students.
The funding will be used to pay artists, performers, and provided workshops for Raising The Bar, schools, and other youth serving organizations. The goal is to provide youth performers with a professional theatre experience. The show will also provide teachers and Youth Development Professionals the tools to support their students.
