Dr. Phillips Center Expands Free Arts & Wellness Programs for Veterans This Spring

- Michelle Snow

Dr. Phillips Center

This spring, 56 Veterans and caregivers participated in a program at the Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando, and classes were expanded from eight weeks to 10 in response to growing demand and interest, culminating in a showcase on April 15 to celebrate the 10-week workshop series in partnership with Orlando VA Healthcare System.

Throughout the program, Veterans developed new skills and created original work through drum circle, choir, spoken word and improv theatre classes.

The free sessions are led by professional Central Florida artists and supported by clinical professionals from the Orlando VA Healthcare System. Classes are offered at both Dr. Phillips Center and the Orlando VA Medical Center.

“Since opening in 2014, we’ve set out to be a nationally recognized hub for performing arts and wellness education,” said?Kathy Ramsberger, president & CEO of Dr. Phillips Center. “With growing demand and generous community support, we continue expanding access—bringing the healing power of the arts to more lives.”

To register for future classes, fill out an interest form here.

About Michelle Snow

Michelle is the owner and editor of CitySurfing Orlando. She also owns Zengrrl.com, is a freelance writer specializing in travel and entertainment, has authored/co-authored four guidebooks on Orlando and Florida, and was head editor/writer at TheDisneyBlog.com for 10 years. She's lived in Orlando near Walt Disney World since 1995, and still finds there's so much fun to be had in Central Florida.
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