Alice Cooper's Solid Rock

“We are fulfilling a vision we’ve had for several years…to provide teens and children with a central place to learn, have fun, and explore their creativity in a supportive and safe environment. The Rock will be one of the first of many teen centers in Arizona and, ultimately, around the country.” – Alice Cooper

Opening Spring 2012, The Rock at 32nd Street Teen Center has been the dream and passion for Alice and Sheryl Cooper and the entire Solid Rock team for the past 12 years. The time has finally come to make that dream a reality. A collaboration of Alice Cooper’s Solid Rock and Genesis Church, The Rock will minister to teens through the music, dance, art, vocational training in sound, lighting, and staging, and fellowship in a new, safe facility. With so many public schools forced to cut vital programs like music and dance due to lack of school funding, The Rock will cultivate a love of the arts to inspire and challenge teens to choose artistic excellence instead of drugs, guns, or gangs. Who knows what amazing performers, choreographers and producers might come from The Rock?

PHASE ONE

Music Instruction – teens learn to play guitar, bass, drums, form a band or practice with their existing band

Dance Expression – teens will express themselves through dance, and learn various forms of dance

Open Mic – an opportunity for teens to showcase their singing and musical talent and other forms of creative expression

Coffee House – a small coffee/snack shop for gathering and fellowship

After School Programs – mentorship with homework, projects, activities

Vocational Training/Education – hands on training for sound, lighting, staging, and production

Game Room – provides a place for fun and fellowship featuring video and other interactive games

PHASE TWO

Recording and Sound Room – teens will learn how to mix and record music and rehearse

Computer Lab – access the Internet (monitored), complete homework projects, enhance computer skills and learn