Autism Theater Project

Name

Autism Theater Project

Legal name

Autism Theater Project, Inc.

Website

https://autismtheaterproject.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts Education for Autism and Special Needs

NAICS

Performing Arts Companies (7111)

SIC

Services-Motion Picture & Video Tape Production (7812)

akta.pro primary industry

Technical Production Management & Crew Services (Technical Direction, Stagehands, Operators) (THAHAEAI)

akta.pro secondary industries

Staging, Scenic & Set Fabrication (Stages, Backdrops, Scenic Builds) (THAHAEAC), Casting & Talent Placement (Sessions, Bands, Touring Musicians) (MPAIAGAM)

Keywords

• Autism theater productions
• Social skills education
• Youth arts programs
• Special needs coaching
• Inclusive media production

Headquarters

HQ city

Miami

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Sponsorship Packages: Corporate sponsorships at multiple tiers ranging from $500 (Supporter) to $25,000+ (Brand Partner). Benefits include episode credits, social media shout-outs, event booth space, free tickets, website recognition, press release inclusion, and for top tiers: headline corporate sponsor status, producer credits, and on-screen brand integration.
2. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations accepted through Zeffy platform. The stated goal is to create 40 jobs for people with disabilities, with donations supporting this mission.
3. Booking Fees - Speakers and Musicians: Revenue generated from booking ATP motivational speakers and musicians for events. Organizations can book single or multiple performers for dynamic events.
4. Education Programs: Expression Sessions (online one-on-one and group coaching) and drama workshops offered at various price points. School programs include student ticket packages for live events and in-school programming.
5. Merchandise Sales: Online shop selling T-shirts inspired by The Voice Inside characters (Matt and Zoe). Products include 'Believe in You T-shirt' and 'Everyone is a Genius T-shirt' priced at $27.25-$33.38.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

ATP Productions creates original theater, television, and music productions featuring artists with autism and related conditions, including the TV series The Voice Inside and the stage production In the Life of a Child. Complementing the productions are paid educational programs (Expression Sessions online coaching, in-person Drama Workshops, School Programs, Internship Programs) that use the proprietary Social Scenes Method to build social, communication, and job-readiness skills. The organization also generates revenue through speaker/musician bookings, corporate sponsorship packages, donations, and branded merchandise.

Product overview

Autism Theater Project operates ATP Productions, a Florida-based theater, television, and music production company that creates jobs for individuals with autism and related conditions. The core offerings include two flagship productions: The Voice Inside (a TV series that has aired on South Florida PBS and received international film festival recognition) and In the Life of a Child (a stage production showcasing at venues including Carnegie Mellon University and internationally in Florence, Italy). These productions are complemented by educational programs including Expression Sessions (online coaching), Drama Workshops (in-person theater training), School Programs, and Internship Programs. The company also offers Music & Motivation performances and Motivational Speaking services, along with merchandise through the ATP Shop. The organization focuses on demonstrating that people of all abilities can overcome challenges and make a lasting impact through the arts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Voice Inside: Award-winning TV series production featuring resilient teens and young adults who overcome obstacles. Three episodes aired on South Florida PBS with new episodes in development.
• In the Life of a Child
• Expression Sessions
• Drama Workshops
• Playground Empathy Program

Products and services

• The Voice Inside (TV Series) An inspiring TV series for the next generation featuring resilient teens and young adults who succeed against all odds, learning that 'my limits made me limitless.' Based on true stories, the series has aired on South Florida PBS and received recognition from multiple international film festivals.
• In the Life of a Child (Stage Production) A stage production about a non-speaking girl whose dreams allow 'talking children' to hear her inner voice. Through music and dance, her life story unfolds revealing struggles, strengths, and spirit, culminating in children discovering they are more alike than different.
• Expression Sessions Online personalized one-on-one and group coaching program for teens and young adults of all abilities, inspired by ATP's virtual creative development and mentoring programs used to create The Voice Inside. Focuses on strengthening communication skills, building confidence, and supporting real-world skill development through individualized coaching.
• Drama Workshops In-person theater-based workshops using exercises to help students increase eye contact, learn social skills, express and identify emotions, and practice verbal and nonverbal communication. Uses role-play to build empathy, social skills, and effective communication.
• School Programs Programs helping students, teachers, and administrators understand and connect with the autism community through screenings of ATP Productions' work, followed by meaningful discussions about empathy, disability, and determination guided by ATP's motivational speakers.
• Internship Programs Community service opportunities for students ages 16 and up from across the country, supporting key areas such as fundraising and marketing while gaining valuable professional experience through weekly online collaboration meetings.
• Motivational Speaking Services Booking service for ATP motivational speakers to deliver powerful messages at events, featuring real stories of resilience and impact from individuals who have overcome barriers in special education and built creative careers.
• Music & Motivation Performances Booking service for ATP musicians to perform at events, featuring talented performers who use their art to overcome adversity and create meaningful change, spanning genres from soulful ballads to jazz and classical performances.
• ATP Shop Merchandise Online merchandise store featuring T-shirts inspired by characters Matt and Zoe from The Voice Inside, including 'Believe in You T-shirt' and 'Everyone is a Genius T-shirt' designs priced at $27.25–$33.38.

Quantifiable outcome

• The organization aims to create 40 jobs for people with disabilities
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Carnegie Mellon UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP's stage production 'In the Life of a Child' has been showcased at Carnegie Mellon University. The university has featured founder Gena Sims in an alumni profile highlighting her work with ATP. This partnership validates ATP's artistic quality and connects it to prestigious academic institutions.
• University of Miami Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at CARD's facilities. This partnership provides ATP access to the autism community and validates its programs as appropriate for autism-related services.
• Dan Marino FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at Dan Marino Foundation locations, providing programming to their beneficiaries and extending ATP's reach into the autism community.
• Actors' Playhouse Miracle TheaterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP's stage production 'In the Life of a Child' has been showcased at this theater venue in South Florida, providing professional performance opportunities.
• Miami Children's TheaterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP's stage production 'In the Life of a Child' has been showcased at Miami Children's Theater, providing performance opportunities for ATP artists.
• Teatro della Pergola (Florence, Italy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP's stage production 'In the Life of a Child' was showcased at Teatro della Pergola in Florence, Italy, demonstrating international reach and artistic recognition.
• Alexander Montessori SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at Alexander Montessori School. The Head of the school, James McGhee, serves as an ATP testimonial provider and supporter.
• South Florida PBScoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth Florida PBS has aired three episodes of ATP's 'The Voice Inside' TV series. ATP was featured on PBS with a video segment 'How Theater Helps Young Adults on the Spectrum Find Their Voice'. This is ATP's primary broadcast distribution channel.
• NBC6 MiamiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNBC6 Miami featured ATP in a news segment titled 'South Florida Nonprofit Launches Web Series to Give Voice to Those With Autism'. This provides local media exposure for ATP.
• Kia Kidz Martial Arts CenterminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at this location, extending reach into the community.
• Great Heights AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at this school, providing programs to students.
• We Rock the Spectrum GymminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerATP has taught drama workshops at this location, extending reach into the autism community.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• VSA (Kennedy Center): International nonprofit network (operating through the Kennedy Center) advancing arts, education, and disability inclusion. Operates at much larger scale and broader scope than ATP but shares the core mission of inclusive arts programming.
• Soulpepper Theatre: Toronto-based major theater company with established inclusive programming including access initiatives for artists and audiences with disabilities. Larger-scale incumbent with comparable commitment to inclusive theater practices.

Direct peers

• The Miracle Project: Los Angeles-based nonprofit creating theater, film, and music productions featuring individuals with autism and other disabilities. Closely comparable model using the arts for social skills development, authentic neurodivergent representation, and education programs.
• National Disability Theatre: Newer professional theater company producing work by and for artists with disabilities nationwide. Comparable model in producing disability-led stage productions and creating employment pathways for performers.
• Inclusion Films: Toronto-based nonprofit providing film training and production opportunities for people with disabilities. Comparable model in producing video content created by neurodivergent talent with educational and employment components.
• Phamaly Theatre Company: Denver-based professional theater company composed entirely of performers with disabilities, producing original and adapted works. Directly comparable mission-driven disability-centered theatrical production model.
• No Limits Theatre Group: Encino, CA-based nonprofit theater company serving youth with disabilities through performing arts education and productions. Closely comparable model combining education programs with stage productions for underserved youth.

Emerging players

• Stages Theatre Company: Hopkins, MN-based children's theater offering inclusive programming and drama education. Comparable in early-education theater and workshop delivery for young audiences, including neurodivergent students.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/AutismTheaterProject
• Facebookfacebook.com/AutismTheaterProject
• Instagraminstagram.com/AutismTheaterProject
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/autism-theater-project

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

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