Public invited to Stompers painting workshop March 3 in Eisenhower Auditorium
Center for the Performing Arts partnering with Jana Marie Foundation to build awareness of and end mental health stigmas
UNIVERSITY PARK (Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025)— Have a hand in putting your foot down on prejudice against the journey to mental well-being. The Center for the Performing Arts is partnering with the Jana Marie Foundation to build Consuelo, a future fixture in Eisenhower Auditorium.
Consuelo is a Stompers Project figural sculpture to be unveiled in March. The public is invited to help paint and decorate the shoe sole-sized outer panels that will constitute Consuelo in a free Stompers Project Public Workshop from 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Monday, March 3, in the Eisenhower Auditorium lobby.
The workshop is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Complete the form online to register. Space is limited. Call 814-863-0255, or visit Stompers workshop online for more information.
“Consuelo,” from the Spanish word for comfort, translates to the idea of providing solace or relief during difficult times. The Stompers Project, started by the Jana Marie Foundation in 2015, uses creative expression to bring people together and educate the community about mental and emotional health.
With the theme “Hope and Healing Through the Arts,” Consuelo’s mission is to engage local creatives in a caring and collaborative environment. Each Stompers workshop also serves as a catalyst for positive change through dialog and social engagement, where a community is gathered to support each other in wellness and with a common goal of finding joy.
“By teaming up with the Jana Marie Foundation, we hope to establish strong community ties,” said Keith Brainard, customer service supervisor at the Center for the Performing Arts.
“Our commitment to arts and entertainment coupled with the foundation’s commitment to stomping out stigmas associated with mental health creates a strong bond,” he said. “Consuelo will be a colorful reminder that the arts can truly bring about hope and healing.”
Watch a short video about the Stompers Project.
Sensory accommodations
The center welcomes patrons of all sensory sensitivities to its performances. Eisenhower Auditorium is certified by KultureCity as a sensory-friendly venue. Upon request, patrons can sign out a variety of items to accommodate your visit, including noise-reducing earmuffs, anti-strobe glasses, lap pads and fidget toys.
Learn more about the center’s available Accessibility services.
Find us
For more information about the season, visit the Center for the Performing Arts online, Facebook and Instagram.