Established in 2009, the Associated Friends of Roosevelt Drama (AFORD) is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing financial, creative, and organizational support for Roosevelt High School Theatre Arts program.
Our goal is to ensure that any students interested in theatre arts education have access to an inclusive and comprehensive learning environment and activities regardless of their financial situation.
WELCOME TO THEATRE
Welcome to the 2023-2024 school year! We can't wait to welcome your student back on stage.
To get involved please join us for Booster meetings, usually the second Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm in-person at RHS in the Black Box Theater (Rm. 154).
WHAT DO BOOSTERS DO?
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Fundraising to support the theatre program (such as Light Up the Stars Auction, Annual Appeal)
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Production support (such as ticket sales, house management, lobby boards, concessions, photography/headshots, tech/cast dinners)
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Parent volunteer recruitment
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Publicity for shows and events (such as posters, banners, and social media)
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Events and field trips (such as Regional, State, and International Thespian Festivals, Ashland Oregon Field Trip, etc.)
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Communication, within the theatre program, the RHS community, and the greater Seattle area
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Financial assistance for students to participate in drama events
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Support college auditions at RHS
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Website maintenance and social media
BE A SUPPORTER - GET INVOLVED
DONATE - BECOME A FRIEND OF THE THEATRE
Ticket sales only cover a portion of the expenses. Help us bridge the gap and make high quality academic theatre experiences possible for all of our students! A portion of the funds raised is used to stage all shows. We are a tax deductible, 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
VOLUNTEER - CONTACT US
Boosters have all kinds of small or large jobs that happen throughout the year which support the amazing creative work these young thespians are doing. We understand life is busy, but we have something for everyone and many tasks can be done from home!
SUPPORT PERFORMANCES - BUY TICKETS
Get your tickets and support the hardworking student actors, tech crew, directors, and RHS Theatre Dept!
SHARE - FOLLOW RHS THEATRE DEPT.
Help us get the word out to family, friends, and co-workers about our upcoming productions and giving opportunities to support theatre. Get ready to post and shine the spotlight on our talented students!
QUICK LINKS
2023-2024 BOARD
Kelland Lindsey - Co-Chair
Sally Maskill - Co-Chair
Colin O'Neill - Secretary
Cindy Ascani - Treasurer
Anne O'Neill - Member at Large (Communications)
Mary Kae Lindsey - Member at Large (Ovations)