(WHTM) – The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is seeking guest performers who will visit and perform in state prisons.

The Department of Corrections says they contract with community individuals and groups to “’temporarily lift inmates out of prison walls'” through meaningful programs and events.”

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Performers can include musicians, motivational speakers, or actors. You can also “compete against inmates” in sporting events such as softball, soccer, basketball, or volleyball.

Those who perform would attend events with 25-200 inmates and may be asked to record the event for those unable to attend. Performances typically take place on weekday evenings or on the weekends.

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Visitors must scan an equipment list, tax information, and any written information such as notes or music. Performers are contracted and paid through the General Welfare Fund with funds differing by institution.

Performances must be coordinated through the Statewide Activities Coordinator in the Department’s Central Office and the institution’s Corrections Activities Managers.

More information on how to sign up can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections website.

Those with questions can contact Statewide Activities Coordinator Jennifer Digby at 717.728.0392 or by emailing jdigby@pa.gov.

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