We use theatre-based techniques and trained performance educators to stimulate dialogue, challenge as
Impact Interactive is a unique theatre-based training company that uses interactive theatre techniques and trained performance educators to foster meaningful dialogue around challenging and sensitive issues. Our programs are tailored to the specific needs of each client and can be designed for corporate or non-profit groups. Topics can include (but are not limited to) sexual harassment, diversity
04/14/2023
Just completed a powerful program on Racism and Bias in the Workplace for new and emerging leaders in the Level Up Leadership Academy (LULA) cohort at the RIT Controller’s Office. Thanks RIT for inviting us to work with this wonderful group of leaders!
09/07/2022
Parting from Impact Interactive – a message from co-founder and co-director, Allison Roberts.
After some soul searching, several nights of tossing and turning, and many conversations with my husband, and with my friend and business partner Jodi Beckwith, I’ve decided to step down as a partner from Impact Interactive.
Jodi and I both agree that since I will no longer be living in the Roc, a long-distance partnership simply doesn’t fit with our goals. I’ve loved being a part of Impact for the past 8 years. Our work around issues related to equity and inclusion is so immensely important to me. My journey with Jodi, and our talented, smart, and awesome ensemble members and co-facilitators, has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. I also couldn’t have asked for a more loving, brilliant, creative, and outstanding business partner than Jodi. I’m a lucky woman.
Though I’m stepping down as a partner, I’m not done with this important work. I’ll continue to co-direct the projects I’m currently working on and may still be involved in Impact on a contractual basis. I will also continue to educate myself, speak up, push myself out of my comfort zone, try hard to be an ally, and use whatever agency I may have to try and create a more inclusive community – no matter where I live.
Thank you so much to everyone in Impact for being so awesome! I will miss everyone so much.
04/13/2022
Impact Directors Jodi Beckwith and Allison Roberts are looking forward to facilitating team-building workshops today for the Renaissance Academy Charter School of the Arts!
04/04/2022
Communicating Effectively with Families:
The past 2 years have presented unprecedented challenges for our nation’s educators, students, and their families. This innovative workshop engages teachers in meaningful dialogue about the challenges of communicating effectively with families, and the benefits of working together to best support their students' needs. Be Brave. www.impactinteractive.org
03/28/2022
DEI in Higher Education:
This interactive workshop brings real classroom challenges to life, providing educators with meaningful opportunities for honest dialogue and problem-solving. Appropriate for university/college professors, instructors, teaching assistants, peer leaders. Be Brave. www.impactinteractive.org
03/21/2022
NYS legislators, and companies around the US, are taking action to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Unfortunately, this problem still exists, and the work around this issue continues. Stay compliant with Impact Interactive’s training programs, designed specifically to address and facilitate meaningful, positive change in your organization. Our unique, theatre-based methods bring real situations to life, moving beyond definitions and facts, and providing participants with opportunities to identify and examine the complex attitudes, values, and behaviors that can contribute to an unhealthy work environment. www.impactinteractive.org
03/14/2022
Impact Interactive’s unique theatre-based program on Bullying, Bias & Diversity at School encourages faculty to think deeply and share honestly, as they examine the connections between diversity, bias and bullying and work together to create practical strategies for change. Be Brave! www.impactinteractive.org
03/07/2022
You can't change a culture with a power point! Real change happens when people are engaged, connected, and emotionally invested. Learn more about our new Aggressions, Assumptions and Allyship program. Be Brave! www.impactinteractive.org
02/28/2022
You can't change a culture with a power point! Real change happens when people are engaged, connected, and emotionally invested. Be Brave! www.impactinteractive.org
02/21/2022
Be Brave! www.impactinteractive.org
02/10/2022
We are excited to be working with Leadership Rochester today! Look at this talented crew!
12/21/2021
Impact's Co-Founder and Co-Director, Jodi Beckwith, along with Impact Performance Educators and Co-Facilitators, Esther Winter and Jonathan Ntheketha joined Alexis Arnold on "Many Voices Many Visions," this past Sunday, to talk about Impact and how theatre-based training is so impactful! We ask people to be brave - to dig deeper, ask questions, understand their biases, have those challenging conversations with one another and help change a culture. Thank you 13 WHAM for having us on and giving us an opportunity to share our work!
Training with an impact: Rochester agency looks to bridge gaps Rochester, N. Y. - In this edition of Many Voices Many Visions, we feature Impact Interactive. Impact Interactive is a theater-based training company that uses interactive theater-based techniques and trained performance educators to raise awareness, challenge assumptions and engage groups. The prog...