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I funks with these dudes Posted December 18 '06, 13:06:10
They sent me a link on my email to this site. DreamCity is the voice of the youth out here. I saw there show this summer twice. It is funny, serious, and political. My favorite character was the DVD man. I see him around my way all the time. These dudes derserve to win for not only what they did but they are DC. DC needs its respect !! DreamCity, YOU DIDNT KNOW ?????

- Tameka Lewis, Wilson SHS, DC Debate League

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DreamCity is out here in these streets Posted December 20 '06, 2:03:29
DreamCity came to our school and told us like it is. They understand that there is life outside of our own neighborhoods. The young brothers showed us that when you decide to make a difference, it just takes time and hard work and it will come. Their group is the real deal and they are really out here in these streets. Two days I saw three of them on the bus passing out flyers.

- Eric Moten, 9th grade, Jefferson JHS

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DreamCity Poets & DreamCity Theatre Group Posted December 20 '06, 16:28:24
woW, DreamCity is REALLY about the youth of our communities. I know. I have been in shows with DreamCity. Bus drivers will stop buses along 7th street get off the bus just to say werent you in the show about the 70. DreamCity's like that. We need your support as we take The 70 to H street and U street for the summer. Its going to be big for everyday folks. Everyone elesses project is good but ours is better becuz we reach the youth out here in the streets and put them in corporate situations. That is why I am loyal to DreamCity. They look out for us. DREAMCITY !!

- BRITTANY

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UPTOWN Posted December 21 '06, 0:19:49
dreamcity doo doo dont stank, you smell me?

i see these dudes in da streets everyday sometimes twice a day -- the crazy with there dreams

they come froom these UPTOWN streets

they helped with your resumes for an interview

7th and p

- lil stanky 12 raymond elementary

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dc 4 life Posted December 21 '06, 11:48:09
DreamCity makes quick moves. Professionalism is what they do. From big to GREAT....... yea DreamCity 4 Mayor !!

- Tyronne Biggums

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stars in the hood Posted December 23 '06, 13:40:27
DreamCity yungins are stars in the Hood !!!

- block hugger, southside dc

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revolutionary spirit Posted December 23 '06, 21:35:19
DreamCity is rekindling the flame of Martin and MLK and the days when young people put themselves on the front lines. I am awed and inspired by the dedication to the young adults of DC who have given up. DreamCity is providing entire groups of people here hope. They are doing what the government can't do. I feel this is just the begginning of what they have in store for DC and in deed the entire country and even youth worldwide.

- Shirly Thomas, english teacher, Cardozo SHS

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the real arts Posted December 24 '06, 17:23:07
Watch the young folk. They got something to say and the city is listening. Its about time the kids out here started to stop playing around and begin to make the elders proud. These two young men, Justin and John, have come up and the city is proud to claim them as our own. Please do them right and reward them for their years of hard work out here in the community. DC can be a frightening place but these boys have no fear. That is why are deserving of winning your prize. Thank you.

- Darrell Murrary, DC Library Police, known John & Justin for more than 4 years

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Uptown got em Posted December 28 '06, 6:56:38
We got these yungins. Yea, they can walk any street or block in the city and its known that they aint bojanglin'. Much praise and respect to my fellow soldiers.

Keep it moving in the whirlwind

- yung Longfellow Street scrappa

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Much Love to DreamCity Posted December 30 '06, 22:45:49
This organization is rising up out of the ground modeled after world shaking social revolutions. I have known John, Justin, Joe, and Marcus since last year. DreamCity has made something out of nothing. They have worked so hard to make DC a better place for everyone not just youth. There are so many obstacles in their way, but they have managed to conquer them and get stronger all the while doing so. They are inspirational. You never hear about good things happening instead all you hear about is these kids with guns, drugs, and stealing cars. Youth in other cities need to link with DreamCity and they need to link with other youth. This program sounds great and I wish everyone and your group all the power and love of God as you march on. Your recognition will further propell DreamCity as they advance their message.

- Dorothy Suggs, 3rd grade teacher, Park View Elementary School, DCPS

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DC Changemakers Posted January 2 '07, 14:57:27
To Whom It May Concern:

If you are looking for true changemakers of our generation and changemakers that are visible in their own communties, the young people of DreamCity are your meal ticket. They have a fresh, orginal, and truthful voice. Out of the harrowing experiances that youth in DC and all other urban communities go through, the young people of DreamCity have organized so quickly. They alreay have the ear of the Mayor while they have internalized the youth that are out here starving for opportunties and in group homes and similar situations. Your recognition is an investment into the future of our nation's capital. You can further empower DreamCity and allow them to reach more youth in not just DC but throughout the East Coast and Mid-Atlantic area. As previous posters have remarked, DreamCity has changed the tone here in DC. They became a part of DC history and legend by putting their show, The 70, on this summer at the Martin Luther King Jr. Library. Their shows were free. I brought 13 people who are in the custody of the city with me. They all enjoyed it and it opened their eyes to what hard work can bring you. They made the theater and the arts attractive to people who only see MTV and the negative aspects of the entertainment industry. They are trailblazers and that is what I believe this competetion is for. The other young man who cleaned up a park in NYC has the similar ambition and talent that DreamCity has. These young people come from the city and what they have done is a parable for how young people should and can accomplish in the face of hopelessness, violence, and inequality. Your continued support will push them farther and longer as they are providing free shows again this summer. Thank you for your time. Please do the right thing and reward these changemakers.

- Gerald Walker, DC Parks & Recreation, gang outreach worker in Ward 1 and Ward 2

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Oh-so-HARD Posted January 2 '07, 17:14:04
Nobody in the city roll as hard as DreamCity. These other bammas got they keys out, but DreamCity got the town on lock.

- Andre Staton, 17, Simple City

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An Epic Rising Posted January 2 '07, 17:27:06
I have had the pleasure of meeting several of these young social entreprenuers, and I must attest to their conviction and work ethic. I am a 56 year old native Washingtonian and grandmother, and I am sure that with the support of the community at-large this organization could be an epic social rising.

- Cheryl Dunston

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Yes. DreamCity helps out the community. Posted January 5 '07, 20:29:26
Hi. My name is Lavernne Williams. DreamCity helps out us, the adult learners and regular everyday people. I am studying for my GED at Carlos Rosario (11th & Harvard Streets - Uptown) and they treeted me like I was a rich person from Bethesda or Powtomac. They saved us seats in the front row. Ms. Joan brought our class to Martin Luther King Junior Library to see the play they did, The 70. I know the 70. I grew up in DC when theree useed to be only grass fields in some places now. The play was honest and true. I like when people are not fake. Everyone is fake to us in our world. People with money and politics forgets about regular people. DreamCity and The 70 is for regular people. They might be young but it was the young that made the governmment free us from slavery in the 1960s. Mr. Justin and Mr. John are examples for the grown people like me because, they are black and white but best friends and they show us that everyone is equal. I liked the play and my class will be going again this summer. Thank you. Lavernne Williams 817 Hobart Street NW

- Lavernne Willams (Ms. Joan GED prep class Mondays and Fridays at Carlos Rosario at 11th & Harvard Streets NW - Uptown) student studing for GED test at UDC

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cuidad de sueno Posted January 6 '07, 13:06:00
Yo ! These muchachos run the calles out here in DC. These vatos are LOCO !!! Yo tengo much respect for these dudes. They are down with all folks in DC. They talked to our class at the LAYC about better relations between negritoes, gringos, salvatruchans, the korenoes and todas personas that be out here up around Columbia Heights donde yo vivo. Me encanta la cuidad de sueno por es verdad in everything they do.

- Miquel Aviles, Bell HS, Latin American Youth Center

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2007 Mayor's Arts Award Finalist - Outstanding Contribution to Arts Education Posted February 2 '07, 15:45:48
2007 Mayor's Arts Award Finalist - Outstanding Contribution to Arts Education

- DreamCity

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DreamCity Renaissance Posted February 2 '07, 15:54:04
Taking nothing away from other YV teams, but DreamCity is already making history. Really, this group of young people are putting down the history and the culture of DC for the entire world to see. They might be small now (getting bigger everyday) but the sky is their limit. They do the photos, the poetry, the plays, and thats not even what they really do. Their mission is using the arts to change the lives of young people by using art to advocate for a change in public policy. They have put in years and have now been honored by the Mayor of Washington, DC. They make history everyday and set precedents. YES SIR --- DreamCity is historic !

- Demetrias Turley

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DC arts --- theater and poetry and all arts Posted February 3 '07, 21:13:06
this organization is well deserving of winning your award and getting the recognition by Staples. They work tirelessy out here in the community for the youth of the city. They do not have rich parents or big funders (yet). They make the most of what little they have. Our youth in our cities must be recognized. We often forget about the youth of our cities that are out here making life better, because we only here about the violence and drugs and robberies. Please, do the right thing and give DreamCity this award. They are moving very quickly in their organizing and this will be another step in the right direction for these young people who are dedicated to the youth of the neighborhoods. These guys represent the best of not only DC but all urban youth. They are role models for not only youth but everyone, this will help them get more notice outside of just the city (DC). Thank you. 202 727 1616

- Rondell A. Washington Jr.

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nucleus of our city - DreamCity Posted February 3 '07, 21:29:34
john, joe, justin, ashley, brandi, amber, davon, marcus, kijuan, chris, and all of the other members of DreamCity arent just recycling the same game

they arent afraid to tell us how it is. they really care and help us out. they came to Emery Rec on Georgia Avenue UPTOWN last week and told everyone about YouthVentures. they said to come to this website. everyone in the city knows dreamcity, they are on tv and the radio all the time, they can help out your club with recruiting new members from UPTOWN -- holla !!!

- Derrick Maye

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dont stunt on DREAMCITY Posted February 5 '07, 14:37:04
DREAMCITY has to win this contest. dont stunt on us and forget the youth out here who struggle everyday to better their lives, schools, neighborhoods, city

DREAMCITY has made a big something out of a lot of nothing

my life has been changed during my time with them and doing their events. I just made the HONOR ROLL last friay. it is the first time that I made at this school and DREAMCITY helped show me that I should sit in the front of the class and not the back corner. they showed me what a scholar should be and a what leader is

- wesley ujeria

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ditto ASAP Posted February 5 '07, 14:45:16
My man wes just posted a comment for his support of DreamCity Poets. I will now too.

I ditto what he said and add my own testimony on behalf of DreamCity. They give it to you real deal. Everyone wants to be soft and tell us to do this or do that but they dont tell us why. They showed us that we need to educate ourselves and seek information if it is not being taught or give to us. Like they said, an educated young person from the hood is a walking weapon against everyone who dumps on us. Society blames us for everything bad and never never never NEVER rewards us for anything. We DreamCity gets recognized they really bring it back to us. you can call me at 202 610 9760 to verify my comments please call me ASAP so I can make sure that they WIN !!!

- Enoch

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14th & DreamCity Posted February 5 '07, 14:50:52
Yes yes. I 2 can speak 4 dreamcitys impact in dc.

they are everywhere. tv, radio, rec centers, all that

give DC our RESPECT !!! like Aretha Franklin Boo boo !

- davon perkins

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Investment in DreamCity's future Posted February 6 '07, 14:54:19
Good afternoon.

I have seen this organization develop and mature since its infancy. It has been a sight to be seen. They have maintained their focus with limited resources. Usually, money detoriates the quality of art yet I know that these young people are in need of resources to continue to pursue their dreams. The social implications of what DreamCity is doing cannot be measured over the short- term. In time, DreamCity and their workd will not only be known with DC or just the US but throughout the entire world. I have been around long enough to know it when I see it and these young people are of a different breed. They have the ability, drive, and work ethic to go far. Please help them out and recognize their many accomplishments.

- Maxin Maye

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Recommendation for DreamCity changemakers Posted February 6 '07, 23:40:43
I am a professor of Sociology at American Professor and can attest to the spirit of DreamCity. Their work has invaded my classroom and provoked my students to adopt a new and energetic sense of service to communities here in DC that have long been neglected. Their use of the arts to motivate our youth to civic activism is what is needed to reach them where they are. It has been an honor to work with these young men and women. They made an amazing presentation and I am looking forward to their show this summer. Every college student in DC and surrounding areas should see their work as it is inspiring !

- Yvonne Esrune PhD

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Best of Luck to DreamCity Posted February 8 '07, 2:09:31
Best of luck to DreamCity and all of the youth they impact and touch with their work.

- Nikki Lane

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dreamcity southside Posted February 23 '07, 23:18:16
DreamCity will have their photography featured at the Honfleur Gallery at 1241 Good Hope Rd. SE. It is the first new art gallery East of the RIver in SOutheast Washington DC. DREAMCITY is multi media. These young people touch so many aspects of our city it is unbelievable. I applaud these young people as they truly are everywhere in the city. It is amazing.

- southside Cuzo

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That Was Easy Judges Panel Comment Posted March 13 '07, 9:01:59
Dream City’s great vision is clear throughout their detailed and articulate application where their passion for their idea can be seen. Team members focused on vital aspects of their organization’s budget and elaborated on the importance of sustainability. While Dream City has a great idea filled with diversity, the entry lacks objective data points, making it hard to judge the effectiveness and long term strategy. In the future, the judges hope that this team’s bigger vision will encompass greater activities rather than focusing only on the one success of their play “The 70”.

- That Was Easy Judges Panel

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DreamCity Posted March 13 '07, 14:59:31
(Reply to: "That Was Easy Judges Panel Comment")
Our goal is to become a full fledged theatre company, producing from three to five shows a year.

To engage 150 youth aged 12 - 23 in intensive life training which integrates the arts. Resume building can be expressed through an open mic forum. Innovative ideas.

To enagage 30 youth aged 14-19 with administrative skills, such as faxes, emails, writting proposals, grants, corporate outreach.

Last year more than 3800 people saw our show. Every year we want to grow our audiences by 75% so this year more than 6800 people will see our shows at various locations throughout the city.

We must continue to network within the city but also begin gaining a national consensus. This will be achieved through our innovative programming.

We will also be working with DC Writers Corps to establish a joint youth slam team that is competitive for each year's national championship.

We are also looking at securing a property on Georgia Avenue NW.

All of these goals will three important resources, 1. community support 2. time and 3. $$$$ money $$$$

- John Muller, Executive Director DreamCity

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R E S P E C T -- that is what you get from me, Go DREAMCITY Theatre Group! Posted March 19 '07, 9:20:52
It is very powerful, inspiring, and encouraging to see the positive impact of what DreamCity Theatre Group is doing in Washington, DC. Their enthusiasm and activism for youth, the arts, and social justice is amazing and should be recognized, fostered, rewarded, and replicated. All the best to DreamCity Theatre Group -- keep fighting the good fight! You're All Stars!

- Joan Romaine, Adult Literacy Volunteer with Washington Literacy Council, DC

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Praises Posted March 19 '07, 13:46:06
I am proud of the way Dream City is reaching out to youth and training them to dream and work to realize their dreams.

- Constance Thomas-Razza

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Excellence Posted March 19 '07, 15:24:38
They really excude excellence, creativity, and hardwork. I've worked with them in the past and I've always been thoroughly impressed with the work they produce.

- Nikki Lane

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Passion with honesty and heart Posted March 29 '07, 16:58:05
From Aotearoa (New Zealand)I tuatoko you(stand up and lend my love and support to you). An ancient Maori (indigenous people of NZ) proverb came to my mind when I read your submission -"He nui maunga, e kore e taea te whakaneke; he ngaru moana, mā te ihu o te waka e wāhi". Which translates as -'A big mountain cannot be moved along, but a great ocean wave can be pierced by the prow of a canoe’. The solution of some problems is as difficult as moving a mountain. Others, however, can be solved as easily as the canoe parts the wave with the right vessel, i.e. the instrument, method and technology (Mead and Grove, 2001,p.102). May your passionate heart and ruthless honestly guide you in your quest. Arohanui, Cheryl Moana

- Cheryl Moana Waetford, Oceania Human Development, Director

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Spelling correction Posted March 30 '07, 15:13:24
(Reply to: "Passion with honesty and heart")
Apology for spelling error - should read "tautoko".

- Cheryl Moana Waetford, Oceania Human Development, Director

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dreamcity is necessary movement for future Posted March 30 '07, 1:29:52
its a nice concept to involve youths

- shree kumar maharjan, wildlife watch group, program officer

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its a nice movement for the motivation and involvement of youth in future planning Posted March 30 '07, 2:15:35
dreamcity is nice concept required to motivate and involve youth in development process.

- shree kumar maharjan, wildlife watch group, program officer

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its a nice movement for the motivation and involvement of youth in future planning Posted March 30 '07, 2:24:24
dreamcity is nice concept required to motivate and involve youth in development process.

- shree kumar maharjan, wildlife watch group, program officer

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Youth of DC needs this change. Posted March 30 '07, 8:10:55
I volunteer with another performing arts group for teenagers in DC. We all see amazing changes in our young people as they stretch outside their boundaries to create art from their experiences. DreamCity fosters youth to work toward positive change within their communites and within themselves. In DC this change has been long overdue.

- Alana LeTourneau, ASF, Program Associate

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organizations making a change in DC Posted April 1 '07, 9:51:41
(Reply to: "Youth of DC needs this change.")
Yes. There are many organizations and individuals making a measurable and visible difference in our city and instilling confidence in our young adults.

Young Playwrights Theatre, City At Peace, CHIME, The Shakespeers Company of the Shakespeare Theatre Company, Life Pieces to MasterPieces, FLY -- Facilitating Leadership in Youth, Mentors INC, The Higher Achievement Program (shout to Ward 7 !!! pump it up pump it up), East Capital Center for Change, Peaceoholics, MetroTeen Aids, Northeast Performing Arts Group, Words Beats & Life Inc, DC Creative Writting Workshop, DC Witerscorps, the Latin American Youth Center and CentroNia's programs, all of the organizations in the Butler building on 15th ST. NW, the Sitar Center, Pasa Nuevo, Urban Alliance, Hoop Dreams, DC-CAP, Young DC newspaper .................

These are just some of the many organizations making a difference in the lives of young adults in the city --- some using arts others using life skills but all using education to better the lives and potential of the young adults in our city.

Individuals like Mr. Ronald Moten, Patrick Crowley, Karen Evans, Karen Zacarias, Jose Dominguez, Kenyatta Rogers, Lamont Carey, Anu Yadav, Quique Aviles are the ones who we look to as the role models. We are following in their footsteps.

- John Muller, DreamCity

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Fantastic! Posted March 30 '07, 8:29:18
Art, in all its forms, can empower, liberate, elevate, educate and inspire. I'm going to make it my business to see the play this summer--and bring friends.

- Yvonne Paretzky

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Way to go! Posted April 5 '07, 14:18:38
John, Justin and dream city crew. Respect. Keep on...

- Damu

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DreamCity Makes Me Proud.... Posted April 5 '07, 15:27:18
Proud to work with the youth, and understand that it is through them that we can see our futures morph into something better. DreamCity understands that the notion of an effective youth movement is not something that can happen over night, but they are unafraid of hardwork and adversity. These are admirable traits...I am lucky to know some of these young men and women....like the title says.....you make me proud

- Ms. Erica,

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DreamCity Makes Me Proud.... Posted April 5 '07, 15:28:57
Proud to work with the youth, and understand that it is through them that we can see our futures morph into something better. DreamCity understands that the notion of an effective youth movement is not something that can happen over night, but they are unafraid of hardwork and adversity. These are admirable traits...I am lucky to know some of these young men and women....like the title says.....you make me proud

- Ms. Erica,

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I've seen their play! Posted April 5 '07, 17:27:11
DreamCity is an organization that produces hope as well as theatre, in their engagement with the usually neglected majority people of DC. They have accomplished an unheard of amount for a brand-new organization and deserve all the support they can get as they become an institution DC so badly needs. Vote for DreamCity!

- Randi Kristensen, Asst. Professor, George Washington University

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Full support of John Mueller and DreamCity Posted April 5 '07, 19:53:01
I first met John when he transferred to GW, I was a graduate student and he was an undergraduate. He and I would talk about work ethic and scholarship...we had different views on both, however, I can see from John's work with DreamCity, we actually agreed the whole time. John has matured and grown into a great community leader. I have had the pleasure of being on a quasi-panel with him at the George Washington University and am impressed with his tenacity in seeing his dreams come to pass. As the fouder and President of the GW Black Alumni Association, we are in support of DreamCity!

- GW Black Alumni Association

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Congrats John and Dreamcity Posted April 6 '07, 1:23:17
You are the man John. Wow. From Starbucks to ABC News. Damn. Joe Black Entertainment, LLC supports DreamCity completely.

- Joe Black, President and Director of Sales and Marketing, Joe Black Entertainment, LLC

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origins grounded in the community Posted April 6 '07, 8:14:37
(Reply to: "Congrats John and Dreamcity")
Whats up Joe Black ?

Thank you for your support.

Yes, I have come a long way with DreamCity.

I was at the Avalon a couple of weeks ago to see a French film. Have you talked to Marc?

DreamCity is for the city, by the city, and of the city.

- John Muller, Executive Director - DreamCity --- www.dreamcitytg.org

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The 70, The Bomb! Posted April 9 '07, 13:06:21
I'd like to vote in favor of DREAM CITY!!! I saw the play about the 70 Bus that I have actually ridden - it brought back memories (some good and some not so good)!!! Excellent and creative!!!

- Paula Christopher