When Fear and Bravery Collide

A Survivor Theatre and Documentary Residency

A year-long, trauma-informed creative program for women who have experienced interpersonal abuse. Through therapeutic drama, movement, and storytelling, participants reconnect with their voice, build confidence, and take part in a collaborative performance and documentary.

What To Expect

Therapeutic drama, voice, and movement
Story creation and collaboration
Rehearsals and performance
Leadership development

Cost

This program is grant funded. There is no cost to participants who are selected.

Commitment and Structure

This program is a year-long commitment designed to support a gradual and meaningful creative process.

Timeline:

August 2026 – August 2027

Schedule:

Every other Saturday from 10:00am – 12:00pm

As the program moves into the rehearsal and performance phase, there may be additional time commitments, which will be discussed and shaped collaboratively with the group.

Participants are asked to attend consistently and engage in the group process to support both their own experience and the collective work.

The Documentary

This program includes the creation of a documentary that captures the journey of participants throughout the year.

The film is intended to deepen public understanding of survivors’ experiences, while highlighting growth, creativity, and resilience. It invites audiences to move beyond judgment and see the humanity within these stories.

Participation will be handled with care, and consent will be ongoing and respected throughout the process.

This is not just a film about survival — it is a film about becoming.

Is This Right for You?

This program may be a good fit if you:

Have experienced interpersonal abuse and are no longer in immediate crisis
Feel ready for growth, exploration, and trying something new
Are open to being part of a consistent group over time
Are interested in creative expression, even if it feels unfamiliar
Feel curious about reconnecting with your voice and sense of self
Are open to participating in both a performance and a documentary

You do not need any prior acting or creative experience.

You don’t have to feel “ready” in a perfect way.
If something in you feels curious, pulled, that can be enough.

A Note on Support

This is a trauma-informed program designed to be supportive and empowering. While this space can be deeply meaningful, it is not therapy or crisis care.

Participants are encouraged to have outside support (such as a therapist or trusted relationships) while engaging in this experience.

The Brave Women's Community Center:
A Colorado-based 501 (c) (3)

When Fear and Bravery Collide

A Survivor Theatre and Documentary Residency

What To Expect

Cost

Is this program right for you?

This Program may be a good fit if you are:

Commitment and Structure

Commitment and Structure

The Documentary

Is This Right for You?

This program may be a good fit if you:

A Note on Support

If this resonates, you're welcome to apply!

When Fear and Bravery Collide

A Survivor Theatre and Documentary Residency

What To Expect

Cost

Is this program right for you?

This Program may be a good fit if you are:

Commitment and Structure

Commitment and Structure

The Documentary

Is This Right for You?

This program may be a good fit if you:

A Note on Support

If this resonates, you're welcome to apply!

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