December 11, 2024

SING SING continues to captivate audiences and critics alike, from Colman Domingo’s recent Golden Globes Best Actor nomination to Best Motion Picture nominations across the nation; this powerful movie based on RTA’s theater program is garnering widespread acclaim for its poignant portrayal of the transformative power of the arts. As anticipation grows this awards season, […]

November 19, 2024

Incarceration doesn’t just affect the individual—it reverberates through their entire family. When a loved one is behind bars, families often face emotional, financial, and social challenges. Children lose access to parental guidance, caregivers take on added responsibilities, and the bonds that hold families together are stretched thin. The absence of a parent or partner can […]

October 29, 2024

The Abbey Inn & Spa was filled with warmth and inspiration on October 24, 2024, as the RTA community came together for our annual Gala. From moving personal testimonials and spoken-word to musical performance, the evening was a celebration of resilience, artistry, and the community that sustains our work. Our alumni took center stage, sharing […]

October 17, 2024

At Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA), we do more than inspire creativity—we lay the foundation for success beyond prison walls. From theater to visual arts, music, dance, and writing, RTA’s arts programs build critical skills that positively impact individuals’ ability to secure employment, strengthen family ties, and contribute meaningfully to their communities after release. Here’s […]

October 3, 2024

In 2022, states across the U.S. collectively spent a staggering $8 billion to reincarcerate individuals who had already been released. This colossal economic burden underscores a sobering reality: our current system of mass incarceration is not only ineffective but also unsustainable. Each year, countless individuals reenter the criminal legal system, caught in a revolving door […]

September 19, 2024

Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) has transformed the lives of many, and two of its notable alumni—John “Divine G” Whitfield and Clarence “Divine Eye” Maclin—are making waves in the acclaimed film SING SING. Both men, who spent significant portions of their lives incarcerated, found a path to redemption through RTA, and their stories of transformation […]

August 29, 2024

Meet the RTA Alumni Featured in A24’s Acclaimed New Movie Based on RTA’s Theater Program _______ The A24 film SING SING brings to life the powerful stories of several Rehabilitation Through the Arts (RTA) alumni who have used the arts to transform their lives and challenge assumptions and perceptions about incarcerated individuals. These remarkable people […]

July 29, 2024

At Rehabilitation Through the Arts, one phrase resonates deeply among participants, alumni, and teaching artists alike: Trust the Process. This mantra encapsulates the transformative journey that our programs foster, emphasizing that the path to change is as significant as the change itself. The movie SING SING brings this mantra to life. It vividly illustrates how […]

July 25, 2024

A four-part documentary series spotlighting the stories of several men close to our hearts here at Rehabilitation Through the Arts is re-airing this Saturday. The Sing Sing Chronicles follows the two-decade story of six wrongfully convicted men as they fight for exoneration — focusing on the case of Jon-Adrian “JJ” Velazquez and the fierce advocacy […]

July 15, 2024

Select Press for SING SING Film (2023) is based on the arts rehabilitation program founded at Sing Sing Correctional Facility. Cast Actors are part of the RTA initiative.