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AUG 1, 2025 . 5:30PM & 8PM
Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit Black Box Theatre
DISAPP EARING AC TS
WELCOME TO NEW VOICES: DETROIT 2025!
New Voices exists because young people have something to say— and the skill, clarity, and imagination to say it through story, sound, and stage.
Since 2021, New Voices has created space for youth and young adults to write, compose, perform, and build alongside professional artists. It’s a paid opportunity to learn the craft and the business of the arts—while making work that speaks to the world we live in right now.
This year’s theme, Disappearing Acts, grew out of honest conversations with youth. They spoke about change—how people, places, opportunities, and even parts of themselves seem to vanish through life’s transitions. What you’ll experience tonight reflects those truths. It’s deeply personal, intentionally crafted, and powered by young artists committed to creating something real.
You’ll see original plays and compositions written by amazing young people. You’ll also see young adults on stage, behind the scenes, and in the booth—stage managing, running the lights, and delivering new work with care and vision.
What happens on stage tonight doesn’t end here. We invite you to carry it with you— to share what moved you, to support art-making in all its forms, and to stay connected to this growing circle of creativity and possibility.
Thank you for being here. Your presence supports the growth of Detroit’s creative economy and helps ensure that young artists are seen, heard, and supported as they build careers, community, and creative lives.
At Mosaic, we believe that art can do more than reflect the world—it helps create it. Thank you for joining us in this act of collective imagination.
With gratitude,
DELASHEA STRAWDER
Executive and Artistic Director
Bank of America recognizes Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit for its success in bringing the arts to performers and audiences throughout the community. We commend you on creating an opportunity for all to enjoy and share a cultural experience.
Visit us at bankofamerica.com/detroit
Bank of America recognizes Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit for its success in bringing the arts to performers and audiences throughout the community. We commend you on creating an opportunity for all to enjoy and share a cultural experience.
Visit us at bankofamerica.com/detroit
©2023 Bank of America Corporation ENT-211-AD
©2023 Bank of America Corporation ENT-211-AD
A Note From
Terry W. Bonnette, Board Chair
For over three decades, Mosaic has opened doors to transformative arts experiences. As we expand our reach, we’re strengthening our comprehensive, year-round programming that puts young people first.
Through strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives, we’re creatinglasting pathways for youth to discover their voices, develop their talents, and shape their futures. Every program, every performance, and every partnership advances our mission to transform lives through the arts.
Your support enables us to maintain consistent, high-quality programming while expanding our impact across generations. Together, we’re nurturing artists and developing leaders, critical thinkers, and community builders who will shape tomorrow.
Thank you for investing in the boundless potential of our young people.
FAST FACTS FOR FIRST TIMERS
For 32 years, Mosaic Youth Theatre of Detroit has created pathways to equity and opportunity through the arts. Our work prepares youth to excel on stage and in life, developing next generation leaders through transformative arts experiences.
Accessibility is a priority. We offer low to no-cost arts and leadership training, mentorship and academic support, digital resources, and ticket discount programs for schools and youth.
Our impact is measurable: 95% of ensemble members graduate high school on time and pursue college education, with a 74% college persistence rate since 2019. Our alumni are changing the world as lawyers, educators, entrepreneurs, Tony and Grammy winners, engineers, playwrights, and community leaders.
Looking ahead, we remain committed to reflecting Detroit’s unique spirit in our work. We will continue to foster youth agency, co-creating safe and brave spaces for young individuals to build the skills, tenacity, and networks they need to thrive through adulthood.
Whether you’re a long-time supporter or first-time visitor, your presence helps sustain our mission and creates positive change for generations.
OUR MISSION
Mosaic’s mission is to create pathways to equity and opportunity through arts experiences that engage, transform, and inspire youth and communities.
OUR VALUES
STRIVE FOR EXCELLENCE
Only the best, nothing less. We are committed to pursuing excellence in our programs, business operations, and partnerships. We are dedicated to investing the time and resources necessary to achieve excellence in all that we do.
DREAM BOLDLY
We hold ourselves accountable to courageously pursuing creativity, resourcefulness, and imagination. We embrace innovative, audacious ideas that work towards accomplishing our mission.
BUILD COMMUNITY
The uniqueness of each individual contributes to the strength and beauty of the whole. We are committed to upholding safe spaces that prioritize honesty, trust, respect, and integrity. We honor diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and expertise to enhance the communities we serve and those we are a part of creating.
EMBRACE JOY
We choose to embrace joy as we pursue our mission and work to spread joy to others as we connect, collaborate, create, and incite positive change in our community.
OUR VISION
We envision Detroit area youth having equity of opportunity in arts and post- secondary education including paid creative sector leadership roles.
We envision a thriving Detroit, enriched by the brilliance and creativity of its youth, culture keepers and community members.
We envision an arts and culture industry that benefits from a strong network of diverse and dynamic next generation creative leaders.
We envision young people transforming the world by activating the power of the arts to motivate, mobilize and make positive change.
DISAPP EARING AC TS
SONG: Ghosts By: Brianna Couch
PLAY: Knock at the Door By: Rob Franklin
SONG: Need You By: Jadyn North
PLAY: I Am Eden By: Niah Stevens
SONG: Come Back By: Judah Smith
SONG: Theme Song By: New Voices Cypher
SONG: How Could I Lose You? By: Enacent Holiday
SONG: Change Clothes By: Jayda Anderson
PLAY: Maybe, Forever By: Nya Williams
SONG: Commit to Memory By: Shihata Nelson
PLAY: House on Pumpkin Lane By: Derrick Jefferson-Mobley
PLAY: The Night My Daughter Disappeared By: Nahla Knight
Derrick JEFFERSON-MOBLEY
A E o a S B G
New Voices: Detroit PLAYWRIGHTS
Nahla
KINIGHT
The Night My Daughter Disappeared
House on Pumpkin Lane Niah STEVENS I Am Eden
Nya WILLIAMS
Maybe, Forever
Rob FRANKLIN
Kock at the Door
Brianna COUCH
Ghosts
A E o S a S B G
Enacent
HOLIDAY
New Voices: Detroit COMPOSERS
How Could I Lose You?
Jadyn
NORTH
Need You
Jayda ANDERSON
Change Clothes
Judah SMITH
Come Back
Shihata NELSON
Commit to Memory
Mosaic Summer AMBASSADORS
Charity MCQUEEN
Cianna ANDERSON
Ryan TOWNSEND
Izzy BOYD
Cameron WILSON
Mosaic Summer AMBASSADORS
John SANFORD
Livia HOUSTON
Douglas GREEN
Kamarri HOBSON
John KNIGHT
SPECIAL THANKS
With Deep Gratitude
To the young artists who fill every room with light and possibilityyou are why we do this work.
To the families who trust us with your journey and growth - your faith in us matters deeply.
To our dedicated staff, board members, and volunteers whose passion fuels our mission daily.
To our alumni champions and academic success coaches - thank you for showing the way and lifting others up.
To our amazing partners your collaboration amplifies our collective impact.
To MiLeap and the Michigan Department of Education, City of Detroit Block Grant, and Echo Media - your support transforms possibilities into realities.
Together we’re creating a more vibrant and equitable world, one heart at a time. Thank you!
#TeamMosaic
Together, we’re creating a future where:
• Confident, creative thinkers flourish through comprehensive pre-professional arts training and leadership development
• Youth connect with professional artists and mentors, equipping them with the skills and resources to thrive through adulthood
• Young artists prepare for diverse career pathways, honing human skills and professional presence valuable in any industry
• Youth voices are amplified, empowering next generation leaders, artists, ambassadors, and advocates for a thriving Detroit and a greater world
As we look to the future, we recognize that the work we do today will continue to resonate for years to come. Each young artist becomes a catalyst for change in their community. Each performance we stage ripples outward, inspiring audiences and challenging perceptions. Each skill we nurture in a young person today may lead to groundbreaking innovations tomorrow.
Together, we’re crafting a narrative of change that will echo through time, touching lives far beyond our immediate reach. Your presence and support ensure that each young person finds their spotlight, illuminating paths to a brighter, more equitable future. Let’s keep this dialogue alive, nurturing the potential within our youth and communities, year after year.
Thank you for being an essential part of this journey.
WAYS TO PARTNER
DONATE
You can create pathways to equity and opportunity for Detroit area youth by making a donation today.
Click to visit MosaicDetroit.org/Donate
TELL YOUR FRIENDS
Spread the word to friends, family and colleagues.Follow us and share on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, and Twitter. GET
INVOLVED
Join us for a Tour.
Click to visit MosaicDetroit.org/Tour
Learn more about our programs.
Click to visit MosaicDetroit.org/Our-programs
Learn about ways you can get involved.
Click to visit MosaicDetroit.org/Volunteer
WAYS TO PARTNER
THE MOSAIC EXPERIENCE TO YOU
School Residency
We look forward to partnering with your school community to engage youth and young adults in arts experiences that supports and equips them to be leaders and lifelong learners.
For more information click to visit or call 313-872-6910 ext. 4024
MosaicDetroit.org/School-residency-program
Book a Mosaic Performance or Workshop
For 30+ years, Mosaic has illuminated youth excellence on stage and in life. Want to elevate the impact of your events? Whether corporate, private, or virtual, engaging Mosaic for a performance or workshop provides a transformative experience that your guests will cherish. Mosaic is available to help you bring your vision to life through:
. Customized workshops and partnerships
. Mosaic Mobile micro-camps for private or public events
. Live performances
. Music Videos or Film Theatrical experiences
. Audio recordings for commercial use
* Opportunities are based on availability
To book a performance today click to visit
MosaicDetroit.org/bookmosaic/request-form
Call 313-872-6910 ext. 4007 for workshop, micro-camp and custom opportunities.
MEET #TEAMMOSAIC
*DELASHEA STRAWDER l Executive & Artistic Director
ABIGAIL GEARHART l Technical Theater Program Specialist
ALFREDA LILES l School & Community Partnerships Coordinator
ANG ADAMIAK | Deputy Director
ASIA HICKS l Theater Programs Specialist
*ANDAIYE SPENCER l School & Community Programs Specialist
*EDMUND JONES l Artistic Associate
*GREGORY MILLER ll l Teaching Artist
JOE BAILEY l Executive Assistant / HR Generalist
*JIMMIE COMER IIl l Program Coordinator
KEIR WARD l Teaching Artist
LESHA BARNES l Accounting and Operations Specialist
NADIA JOHNSON | Summer Teaching Artist
NICK YOCUM l Artistic Associate
*NIKOLAS HUEY l Music Programs Specialist
*RYAN STAPLETON l College & Career Pathways Coordinator
TAYLER JONES l Teaching Artist
* Denotes Mosaic Alum
THANK YOU TO OUR Donors
We extend heartfelt gratitude to our incredible donors and philanthropic partners whose impactful support fuels Mosaic’s programs, delivering only the best, nothing less in consitent, comprehensive arts, leadership and mentorship for youth and community. To stand alongside this esteemed group in increasing access to Mosaic programs, please reach out to our Development Team at 313-872-6910 ext. 4004. Your support ensures that our mission thrives and youth flourish.
PARTNER IN POSSIBILLITY
Weslia & Keith Echols
Carol Goss
Deborah Hansen
Wytrice Harris
Russ & Susan Ives
Cheryl P. Johnson
Dr. Glenda Price
Delphia Simmons
DeLashea & Daniel Strawder
Frank Taylor
Annonymous
LEADERSHIP
Terry Bonnette
Corey Bordine
Henry Bowers
Paul Butcher
Judith Caroselli
Marietta Cleveland
Leo, Eleanore, Ronald Cooney Fund
Keith & Candace Cooper Fund
Tyrone Davenport
Mark Denis
Dr. Rita Fields
Kyla Grant - Phillips
Diane & Saul Green
Janice Harbin
Kaili Hardamon
Timothy Higgins
Steven Huprich
Gilda Jacobs
Christen Johnson
Charles Johnson
Diarra Kilpatrick
Katherine Klassa
Leann Konrad
Gwendolyn Pringle
Roshaunda Ross
Gary Sellers
Roy Sexton
Shirley Stancato
Tonja Stapleton
LaKeisha Thomas
Dorinda Vankempen
Sonya Vora
Carla Walker-Miller
Brian Young
Annonymous
Childrens Hospital of MI Foundation
Coville-Triest Family Foundation
Japan Business Society
Detroit Foundation
Rochelle & Randolph
Forester Foundation
ADVOCATE
Erika Bocknek
Judith Caroselli
Donna Colts
Michael & Marie Holcomb
Patty Isacson Sabee
Dexter & Leah James
Mary Alice Jennings
Richard Leebove
Fred Neal
Susan & Steve Pollack
Shawn Rieschl Johnson
Marlo Roebuck
Sharon & Dennis Schooley
JoAnn & Steven Spencer
Shirley Stancato
Kaniqua Welch
Dwanette Williams
Randall Wilson
Annonymous
Donegal Insurance Group
Ewan Family Charitable Fund
Leslie & Terry Murphy Fund
Temple Israel
Anne Ginn
SUPPORTER
James & Marguerite Phillips
Walter & Straus, Kathleen Shapero
Beverly Simpkins
Bennett Foundation
Camino, Suzanne & Chambers, Evan
Japan Business Society of Detroit Foundation
Network for Good
Yolanda Bates
Avis Broussard
Steffi Hartwell
Ellen Koehler
Sarah Leight
Ted Nixon
Tamara Reeves
Bluma Schechter
Nancy Sullivan
Justin Warns
Keith Williams
FRIENDS
Denise Aaron
Brad Anderson
Lejla Bajgoric
Karen Balow
Mark Barrett
David Baugh
Rachel Bearbower
Barbara Belcher
Leatrice Bell
Tanya Bennett
Claire Bernacki
Shirley Kaye Berry
Robbie Best
R. Bidari
Paulette Boogs
Hope Bradford
Evan Brown
LaShawn Brown
Sara Brown
Marsha Bruhn
Aimee K. Bryant
Margaret Burch
Matt Church
Julian Chutz
Stephanie Cibulka
Vincent & Gina Cicalo
Paula Clark
Wendy Clauder
Carol Clemons
Loretta Clemons
Sheila Clifton
Jo Ann Cline
Kelly Comerford
Carman Cooper
Katrina Crawley
Karen Crocker
William Davie
Jimmy Doom
Linda Ellis Brown
Valerie Evers Bernacki
Wisam Fakhoury
LaTonya Floyd
Pamela Galloway
Carolyn Geck
Patricia Grace
Lana Grasser
Diane Green
Verna Green
Davia Gross
Neiko Gunn
Alena Harris
Wytrice Harris
Julie Harrison
Sherry Head
Trish Heffernan
Erica Hobbs
Alissa Huth-Bocks
Alicia Jackson
Sheryl Johnson-Roulhac
Denise Jones
Shirley Kelly
Bruce Kirkland
Kim Klein
Earl Knox
Val Kushman
Victoria Lange
Erma Leaphart
Laura LeBlanc
Myron Lee
Aaron Levine
Mearon Lewers
Abbey Lilly-Lacca
Andrea Logan
Damon Martin
Cherise McAdoo
Patrice McLaurin
Diana Mercer-Pryor
Phyllis Mertins
Andrea Meyer
David Middleton
Jevonina Middleton
Charlotte Miller
Iola Miller
Grace Mitchell
Jennefer Mitchell
Diana Moak
Jennifer Moilanen
Mayowa Ogundipe
Ema Osaki Kim
Patricia Owens
Brianna Pannell
Kathleen Parent
Devin Patterson
Janette Phillips
Sam Pollak
Charles Raeder
Suzanne Rashid
Barbara Rausch
Maureen Reese
Kivon Reeves
Loren Reeves
Ethel Revels
Tamyra Rhodes-O’Neill, PhD
Christal Richardson
Victoria Ricumstrict
Colette Rizik
Karen Rock
Tricia Ruby
Loretta Ryder
Lori Saginaw
Wendy Saigh
Desiree Sanders
Sandra Sarnacki
Tatiana Schmidt
Jade Scott
Cliff & Ingrid Sheldon
Wendy Shepherd
Sylvia Simmons
Susan Slattery
Donna & Paul Smith
David Smydra
Janna Snyder
Cynthia Spencer
Michelle Spognardi
Roderick Spratling
Terrence Strawder
Susan Sweeney
Maureen Szczypka
Tamara Tazzia
Bridget Tharpe
Carmen Thomas
Lilly Tobar
Rhina Torres
Tina Turner
Raquel Vasquez
Coop Veal
Ann Wagner
April Walker
Lawrence Washington
Lisa M. Wess
Cheryl Wilkinson
Mary Williams
Ronald Williams
Sydney Williams
Tamara Williams
Anita Wilson
Christopher & Noel Winkler
Brandy Wright
Gail Zabowski
Clara Zundel
Annonymous
Verna Holley Piano Studio
Laveta Browne
Laura Carrer Callow
David Craig
Masline Horton
Gwendolyn & Brock, Jacquelyn Johnson
Jerold & Judith Lax
James Moore
Robert Wandha
Diane Williams
THANK YOU TO OUR Partners
Vital support from our corporate, foundation and government partners enable community members of all ages to access affirming arts experiences that inspire them to dream boldly and create positive change. Grants from state and federal agencies and local and national foundations provide crucial operating support as well as key funding for new and ongoing programs. To learn more, contact the Development Team at 313-872-6910 ext. 4004. For information about sponsorship opportunities and corporate benefits, contact us at development@mosaicdetroit.org
Detroit Industrial School
The Jeffrey Seller Foundation
Marshall Mathers Foundation
Oliver Dewey Marcks Foundation
Nicely Theater Group
Richard & Jane Manoogian Foundation
Burton A. Zipser and Sandra D. Zipser Foundation
These materials were developed under a grant awarded by the Michigan Department of Education in collaboration with the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential.
