Story Shifters is a theatre arts residency specifically designed for students with medical, physical, and neurological impairments, including students on the autism spectrum and students with special needs.  

The goal of the program is to build literacy, fluency, and comprehension through drama and social interaction.  Story Shifters was created in 2011 by Kimberly Strafford.  Each drama program is offered free of cost to schools and students in the NYC school system.

Shifting Shakespeare is a residency that provides a creative and nurturing environment where neurotypical actors collaborate with actors with specials needs to tackle the work of William Shakespeare.

Students will be exploring the world of Shakespeare through touch, movement, music and text.  Each student will be paired with a Shadow Actor that will guide him/her through the art making process.  The result is a celebratory sharing of their work for family and friends.    



The Song Shifters residency works off of the original Story Shifters curriculum of adaption.  Students create original musicals based on a collection of music selected by the group.  Students thread the themes of each song from different genres into a culminating presentation.

Story Shifters Play Dates is our newest addtion to the Story Shifters Family! This program is for our youngest play makers.  Each visit is its own play making experience.  Children create a unique story through the use of guided dramatic play.  Costumes, bubbles, props, and music are part of the day of fun!  Parents and caregivers are encouraged to join in the process along with their children. 

For more information on any programs, please contact Kimberly Strafford, Education Director, at [email protected]  or  read her blog at www.KimberlyStrafford.com.