There is a wonderful group in Washington, DC called City At Peace. They teach nonviolent conflict resolution via various exercises and ultimately the performing arts. Junior High and Senior High students from various areas, ethnicities and financial backgrounds come together to get to know themselves and each other. They learn to embrace their differences, understand their similarities and learn to respect and love each other regardless of their circumstances. For an entire year they go through a series and the outcome is an original play, which they write, choreograph, create the music and perform under the direction of Sandi Holloway, assisted by my lovely daughter, Shae Washington. Shae is also an alumni of the program and their latest play, entitled, "Living In Theory" was performed last weekend and, as usual, it was AMAZING!!! This June, for the first time in CAP history, they will also perform this play as street theatre. Dates to be announced. If you ever have the opportunity to attend one of their annual events you will never forget the experience. It is also a worthwhile organization to make a tax-deductible contribution to. See their site and video at www.cityatpeacedc.org.
