We are based in East Hampton, Connecticut, in our new home at 27 Skinner Street.
Mission Statement:
To enrich lives in East Hampton and its neighboring communities with experiences in the arts. We accomplish this through events, programs, and educational services which stimulate learning, self-expression and teamwork.
History:
In 1998 the Ague Spring Players was founded and performed their first play, "Romeo and Juliet". They converted the Haddam Neck grange hall into a working theater, calling it their home for the next three years. Since then, they have performed many original plays, exploring a variety of spaces, including an old factory, a camp rec hall, and a school. In 2005, the group expanded into what is now known as Epoch Arts. With this expansion, they began to offer activities for youth in theater, music, arts and film-making.
Our Facility:
We are located at 27 Skinner Street, in East Hampton, CT. Our facility holds our 2400 square foot theater space, an art room, a video editing film lab, a small coffee shop / break area and a music room with a recording studio. Our facility is handicapped accessable. Our 42,000 square foot building will allow us to expand and fulfill our future dreams.
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Staff:
Check out this page to get the scoop on our people.
The Press Says:
12.30.08 - East Hampton Today article about Timekeeper
12.20.08 - The Hartford Courant article about the Holiday Walkthrough
03.06.08 - The Middletown Press
03.06.08 - The Hartford Courant
10.27.06 - Colchester Reminder
08.10.06 - Middletown Press
05.26.06 - Colchester Reminder
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Our Students Say:
Epoch Arts has helped me step out of my shell and comfort zone. I was a person who was scared to death of being in front of people, talking, singing, acting or anything. After being in the Epoch play "A Simple Task" I opened myself up. I grew so much from the experience at Epoch. I helped some of the younger kids even though it was my first play. It really helped me develop courage, confidence, leadership and relationships. I cannot wait until I get to see everyone again and can do another play. Epoch is also just a great place to hang out and to spend time, the people are amazing and are ALWAYS willing to help and listen if you need someone to talk to or need some advise or help. Epoch Arts is amazing in every way and can help you in many different ways. ~Casie
"This is the best class ever! I think it is great! I'd love to join up next year." -Emily Powers
Ague has been an amazing place to build friendships and share your personal ideas. No one's ideas are not accounted for. That is the best thing about Ague. Everyone has a say in what they feel should be going on. Therefore, the performances are the expressions of the kids who are acting in them. They show what real kids experience and what their feelings are on issues. -Hillary Root
I've been in the Ague plays for two years. They've been awesome for me. Everyone's so great. I especially noticed how open everyone was to new ideas and really listened if you had something to say. It's an amazing group of people. The plays are very creative and have a really good message behind them. It's awesome; I love it. -Rachel Martin
I have been in Ague for 7 amazing years of my life. When I first started Ague, way back in the day, I was incredible shy, and for those who know me that is far from who I have become. Ague has taught me that it is ok to be different, and just to be yourself. Being different is what makes you stand out from everyone else. Ague is not just a theatre group, it's my second family, it's full of unique people, who each have something special about them. No one is turned away because of what they believe, how they dress, the music they listen to, the color of their hair. It's a chance to meet new interesting people, express yourself, and be who you really are. Ague has helped me grow in so many ways, and I wouldn't trade this incredible experience for anything. -Caitlin Smith
When the idea of Ague started to take shape I was in jr. high, it was a weird time for me, like it is for almost everyone at that age. I was trying to find some friends and a place in this crazy world. This group provided that friends that care, something new and different every year, and something for me to do. Acting is a way for me to escape who I am for a while and take on a new person. I can be someone else, but at the same time take so much of me and my experiences, and my life in general and put that into my character. I'm not afraid to be different anymore. I'm meant to stand out! -JENNiFER HARRiS
I'v been with ague for seven years. Not only have i learned tons of acting skills, I'v made many friends, and learned important lessons. Our director (Beth) tells us not to act like ur character, be ur character. Ague helps you so much to improve your acting from your presense on stage to speaking loudly and speaking like your character would. I like ague alot because it focuses so much on moving, talking and, thinking as your character. Everyone in ague is so unique. You can learn alot from each other, not just about acting but about having confidence and being yourself. All of the ague plays have had a message. Learning and understanding those messages with the rest of the cast has been a great experience. -chrissy Shinn
