Echo is the only theatre company in St. Louis that provides outreach to area hospitals that specialize in the care of children.  Since 2005, our Imagination over Limitations program has brought free plays and workshops to hundreds of hospitalized youth and their families. 

Actors lead patients through introductory drama workshops and interactive performances of original plays based on familiar stories – adapting the special needs of the children to the performance experience.  Children who participate experience the thrill of witnessing a story come to life as audience members and as actors.  The actors promote fun, creative freedom over physical limitations, and an appreciation of theatre as an art form. 

Currently, Echo serves St. Louis Children’s Hospital, Shriner’s Hospital for Children and Ranken Jordan Pediatric Specialty Hospital.  Echo’s ensemble donates its time to write, direct and perform in the shows.  Your donations will help us continue putting smiles on these children’s faces. 

For more information on Imagination over Limitations, contact Amy Brixey at outreach@echotheatrecompany.org

"The patients enjoyed the workshop.  The staff did great at adapting to meet the needs of the patients."
-Ashley Gross, Rankin Jordan Pediatric Specialty Hospital

"They encourage the patients, staff, and visitors to all participate without being "pushy.  They were excellent!"
-Barb Sacco, Shriners Hospital

"It was a wonderful performance, the patients loved it.  They participated.  I wouldn't change a thing.  We would love to have you perform again."
-Kerry Zekert, Shriners Hospital

 "You have helped place smiles on many children's faces and that's the best medicine of all."
-Pamela AuBuchon, Children's Hospital, St. Louis