Volunteer "behind-the-scenes" at the Rodeo and support ARIEL Theatrical We are excited to be "backstage" at the Salinas Rodeo again this year, and we invite you to participate as a Rodeo volunteer representing ARIEL Theatrical as part of our summer fundraiser. This opportunity will put you behind-the-scenes at one of the largest annual events in Monterey County as you work with friends and neighbors setting up…
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ARIEL Theatrical wants to see your dragon drawings! Entries should answer the prompt: IF YOU HAD A FRIENDLY DRAGON FOR A PET, WHAT WOULD IT LOOK LIKE? Winners will be gifted art supplies and tickets to see Imagine a Dragon at ARIEL! OFFICIAL RULES HERE WHAT TO DO: Submit on Letter Paper (8x11) Create by HAND ONLY, no digital art,…
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A Celebration of Life will be held on May 10 at 10:00 am at the Skyline Forest Chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1 Forest Knoll Road, Monterey, CA. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, Diane's family has requested that donations be made to ARIEL Theatrical, where Diane taught thousands of…
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Our friends from the California Rodeo Salinas are hosting the 2025 Clem Albertoni Cowboy Gathering on Saturday, March 29 at 6:00 pm. This is the fourth time this event is being presented by the California Rodeo in honor of the great man and cowboy poet, Clem Albertoni. Clem, along with his wife Phylis, were the beating heart behind this event…
Read moreIt is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Diane Chatwin on March 17, 2025. Through her unfailing cheerfulness, inexhaustible patience, unwavering dedication and indomitable spirit, she generously graced generations of young people with the joy of movement. The light she shared with all who knew her will forever shine at ARIEL. Information regarding a Celebration…
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If you love ARIEL and want to be part of its future, you won't want to miss this special event! Join us as we travel back in time to the humble beginnings of ARIEL, dive into current programs and achievements, take a look "behind the scenes" to see what it takes to keep ARIEL going, and finally, focus on the…
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APPLY HERE Applications for The Heart of ARIEL Scholarship are now being accepted for the 2025 - 2026 school year. This year, the Heart of ARIEL Scholarship Program will be awarding two $500 scholarships! DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: APRIL 14, 2025 AT 11:59 PM This scholarship has been established for current and former ARIEL Youth Leaders (previously known as youth volunteers,…
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It may be snowing all over America, but here on the Monterey Peninsula we are already preparing for summer! Registration for ARIEL's 2025 Summer Camps are now open! Cast Members will explore lands from Norton Juster's "The Kingdom of Wisdom" all the way to A.A. Milne's "Hundred-Acre Wood." Camps are filling fast so don't wait to sign up for KIDS…
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DONATE HERE! This particular Tuesday comes only once a year. It's the warm, fuzzy Tuesday that follows Black Friday and Cyber Monday. You guessed it - it's Giving Tuesday. We know you are busy. We understand busy. We'll get right to the point. What you do today can make a difference at ARIEL for an entire year. When you make…
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Our hearts are beyond full. We are grateful, honored, and humbled to have received such incredible support in 2024 from so many wonderful individuals, businesses, and foundations. Investments of time, talent and treasure this year have reinforced our efforts as we provided character-building programs and family-friendly entertainment for the entire community. This list will grow as names are added before…
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