Who We Are
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Barrier-Free is a non-profit, disability service organization that provides inclusive art, self-advocacy, and social programming to the community for adults with disabilities.
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TheaterWe offer two inclusive theater companies where adults 18+ come together to create original one-act musicals. We serve adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism. Our seasons are 7 months long and culminate with a performance at McDaniel Theater. |
SocialBarrier-Free offers a monthly social club outing for adults 18+ with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism. Social club outings change each month and vary in cost. These are staffed events with the goal of building friendship and developing independent life skills. |
Self-AdvocacyThrough our classes and workshops, adults 18+ with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism learn and practice self-advocacy skills. Self-advocacy skills translate to all areas of life including the workplace, home, friendships, and more. |
What's new at Barrier-Free?
Original Short-Film "Muscle Beach"On August 6th, our short-film "Muscle Beach" premiered via Youtube & Facebook live. Thank you to our audience members for the outpouring of support and love for our actors!
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International CollaborationOn July 25, 2020, Barrier-Free joined forces with Blue Apple Theatre to share a co-presented "hands across the ocean" workshop. Blue Apple Theatre is a non-profit company in the UK that "produces high-quality theatre, dance and film to challenge prejudice and transform the lives of people with a learning disability." Click here for the full story.
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Check Out Our Work
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Clip from Inclusive Theater Company A's show, A Spooktacular House Party (2019). Written and directed by Britt Burr.
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If my son is "off" or quiet, never once has Britt given up, or gotten discouraged. She is patient, and knows he'll find his words. She believes in him.... and continues to have an extraordinary impact on my sons world, |
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Barrier-Free actors Mike Eaton and Alex White in What it Means to be Super (2019).
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By the Numbers
4:1Average Actor-Staff Ratio |
50+Actors in our Programs |
16+Programs per Year |
96%Participant Retention Rate |
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Website Design by Lauren Burr
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Mail: 23219 Stringtown Rd #373 Clarksburg, MD 20871 | Email: info@barrierfreemd.com | Phone: 410-596-0857 | EIN: 84-2964880
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