After-school theatre troupe · Orlando, Florida
It’s more than
theatre.
It’s ECHOES.
ECHOES Theatre Troupe teaches young people in underserved communities life skills, the performing arts, and creative writing. Our students write the work, rehearse the work, and own the stage.
Who we are
Where young people find their voice.
ECHOES Entertainment Group is a performing arts company built to ignite meaningful change in the lives of young people. Through the power of creative techniques, we educate, empower, and mentor every student we serve.
Our after-school troupe nurtures talent in dance, drama, music, and more. Beyond the stage, our workshops build self-esteem, life skills, critical thinking, and problem solving.
We also train program administrators in classroom management, curriculum development, and trauma-informed practice, so every room we work in is safe and supportive.
Our mission
Ignite meaningful change in the lives of youth through creative technique, so students rise above challenges, build resilience, and create a brighter future for themselves and their communities.
Our vision
A world where every young person has the chance to discover their potential, unlock their dreams, and reach it through the performing arts.
The ECHOES framework
Four ways in. One stage.
Every ECHOES season is built on four pillars. Students train in all four, then bring them together in an original showcase.
A
Acting
Goal setting, conflict resolution, and public speaking, practiced through scene work.
M
Music
Students write, create, and perform original compositions.
W
Writing
Plays, musicals, monologues, and spoken word, written by the students.
L
Life Skills
Financial planning, career planning, communication, accountability, and problem solving.
Why words matter
“Life and death is in the power of the tongue.”
So we teach students to choose their words with intention. Write it. Say it like you mean it. And leave the drama on the stage.
On stage
Our shows
2025 · Orlando Shakes
Out of Step
A step-show play. Our 2025 Summer Showcase took the stage at Orlando Shakes on July 9.
2024 · Summer
Summer ECHOES
A summer of training in acting, music, writing, and life skills, closing with a student showcase.
2023 · Dr. Phillips Center
Moonchild
An original production performed on December 14, 2023 at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts.
2023 · Summer Showcase
Carver & College Park Showcase
Students from Carver and College Park, presented with Orlando After-School All-Stars, the City of Orlando, and Universal Orlando.
The people
Meet the team
Founder · Program Manager
Shonn McCloud
Director, performer, and Team Leader at Keller Williams Classic. Shonn holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from UCF and serves on the boards of Orlando Shakes and the Greater Orlando Performing Arts Relief fund.
Teaching artists and facilitators
Faith Boles
Arius West
Anita Bennet
Amitria Fanae
Patrice Bloomfield
Alina Alcantra
Alexis DeLaRosa
Brandon Martin
Christopher Payen
Giancarlo Osorio
Stefanie Selai
Erin McNicols
Guest presenters
Brandon Martin
Christopher Keogh
ZeShan Khan
Cesar De La Rosa
CJ Sikorski
Michael Lewis
Bernard Austin
Partners and stages
Orlando After-School All-Stars
City of Orlando
Universal Orlando
Dr. Phillips Center
Orlando Shakes
Get involved
Bring ECHOES to your students.
Partner on a program, book a showcase, sponsor a season, or join us as a teaching artist. Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll get back to you.