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Applied Theatre

Humanitarian Response & Mental Health Support

Empowering vulnerable communities through applied drama and theatre in conflict zones, internally displaced camps, and disaster-affected areas to foster healing and resilience.

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Community Theatre

Social Justice & Advocacy

Harnessing creativity and performance to spark social change, advocate for equality, and raise awareness about critical social issues.

Theatre of the Oppressed

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Education

Art Education

We offer art-based education programs that inspire creativity, personal growth, and essential life skills.

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Applied Improvisation

Corporate Training & Team Development

Transforming organizations through workshops that enhance teamwork, communication, and leadership skills using applied theatre and improvisation techniques.

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Playback Theatre | Improv Theatre

The Ensemble Theatre Company

Performing Realities: As Nigeria's first Playback Theatre and Improv Theatre Company, we create captivating, interactive performances that ignite creativity, foster connection, and spark meaningful dialogue, transforming audiences through the power of spontaneous storytelling and collaborative performance.

About Access to Play

Access to Creative Play Foundation is a humanitarian organization that uses applied drama and theatre-based methodologies to harness the transformative power of interactive arts and creative play.

Our mission is to provide psychosocial support, foster community engagement, and promote development and capacity building through the arts. We believe that creative play and interactive art are powerful tools for healing individuals, strengthening communities, and driving meaningful social change.

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9 +

Years of Transforming Lives

50 K +

Lives Impacted

35 +

Global Partners

30 +

Projects Implemented

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Your support is essential in helping us expand our programs and reach. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in enhancing our ability to respond to emergency situations and support those in need.

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CREATIVE PLAY PSYCHOSOCIAL INTERVENTIONS FOR INTERNALLY DISPLACED PERSONS

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Education

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School Without Borders for Adolescent Boys and Girls

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Using Art for Social Justice

Empowering communities and amplifying voices through art to inspire social justice and create lasting change.

Healing through Creative Expression

Access to Play provides survivors of gender-based violence with a safe and supportive environment to express their emotions, process their trauma, and reclaim their voices, paving the way for healing and empowerment.

Raising Awareness & Advocacy

Through our Theatre of The Oppressed projects, Access to Play raises awareness about the impacts of gender-based violence, fostering critical conversations and advocating for meaningful societal change.

Empowering Survivors

We use Forum Theatre to empower survivors by enabling them to take control of their own narratives, build resilience, and foster a strong sense of community and support.

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Join our team to contribute your skills in acting, administration, event coordination, or community outreach.

Work with Us

If you’re interested in a more permanent role, consider applying to be part of our team. We seek individuals who are passionate about our mission and bring diverse perspectives to the organization.

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Do Improv

Improv is not just about performing—it’s about creating a safe space where people can explore their emotions, engage with their creativity, and discover new ways of thinking and communicating. Through this process, participants learn the value of presence, adaptability, and collaboration, all while having fun and fostering meaningful connections.

Storytelling for Social Justice

Join our Playback Theatre Training to learn the art of improvisational storytelling, where personal stories are brought to life through collaborative performance.

Upcoming Projects

AIT

February 24, 2025 07:00 AM

International Children’s Day of Broadcasting 2025

Access to Play, in partnership with AIT/DAAR Communications, will commemorate the 2025 International Children's…

AIT

March 8, 2025 08:00 AM

The Maru-a-Pula Project 2025: A Community-Based Art Intervention for Social Change

What's Your Story?

Impact Stories and Testimonials

The entire participants would also like to express their collective satisfaction on the content and delivery of your sessions as evidenced in the feedback survey. Your invaluable contribution at the 2 day exercise has brightened the prospects of the participants and built critical skills and capacity needed for effective dispatch of their duties. As an organization we hope to consolidate on the knowledge acquired and look for future opportunities where their current knowledge base can be expanded. The project looks forward to a fruitful business relationship with you in the coming years.

Mrs. Feyishike Adekeye

Senior Program Support Manager

Before the program, I didn’t know how to express my fears and sadness after losing my family in the insurgency. Through the creative play sessions, I’ve learned to share my feelings and understand that I am not alone in my struggle.

A participant from Borno State.

excerpt from Reinforcing Resilience (2016)

Seeing children smile again after so many years of trauma is heartwarming. The creative play programs have given them a safe space to process their experiences and start healing.

Community Member

I had been unable to sleep properly since the conflict began. But after participating in the play-based activities, I began to feel lighter. I’ve learned how to communicate my fears and connect with others who share similar experiences. I feel stronger now, and I know I’m not alone in my journey of recovery.

Female (Teachers’ Village IDP Camp, Maiduguri.)

As a mother, it’s heartbreaking to watch your children suffer in silence after all they’ve been through. But after joining the creative play sessions, my son started talking about his feelings for the first time in months. It’s as if a weight has been lifted from his heart. These programs are truly a lifeline for our families.

Female (Teachers’ Village IDP Camp, Maiduguri.)

The creative play programs have brought a sense of hope to our community. We have seen children and women, who were once isolated and withdrawn, coming together to heal and rebuild their lives. Through these activities, the community is beginning to reconnect and regain the strength to move forward.

A community volunteer with IOM Nigeria in Yola

I used to be scared and confused, not knowing what my future would be. Thanks to the PSS sessions, I’ve learned how to manage my stress and make new friends. I’m starting to believe that I can have a future, even after all the pain I’ve experienced,

Fatima

from Borno State IDP Camp

The adolescent program gave me the confidence to speak up about my experiences. I never knew I could express myself like this before. I now know that my voice matters and that I have the power to change my life for the better.

from Maiduguri IDP