ARE WE LOOKING FOR YOU?
Teens excited to grow in their knowledge and experience of theatre.
Individuals of all backgrounds, willing to challenge each other to explore new ideas.
Collaborators eager to work together to write, design, and perform.
Emerging artists ready to connect everyday living with the artistic process.

WORKSHOPS LED BY LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS FROM A WIDE VARIETY OF DISCIPLINES!
The ensemble includes some of Atlanta’s finest professional artists, apprentices, and students.
This year’s teaching artists include Dorothy Bell, our resident vocalist and a beloved Atlanta actress; Theresa Davis, a world-renowned poet and author; Kai Anwuzia, movement and vocals, a Youth Creates alum; Destiny Renee, film actress, producer and poet; and Ari Conkright, lighting designer, costume and special effect artist, and YC alum!

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
June 23rd – July 26th, 2026
Starting on Tuesday, June 23rd, we will begin collaborating with our ensemble and teaching artists in workshops including scene development, devised theatre and film, music composition, dance including African, modern and hip hop, voice technique, and scenic, costume, and lighting design, and so much more. Together, we will develop an original piece incorporating what we have learned, culminating in a spectacular final performance!
Generally, we will be meeting at 7 Stages Monday-Friday 10am-5pm.
10am-1pm-Morning Session
1pm-2pm-Lunch
2pm-5pm-Afternoon Session

SHOWTIME!!!!
Friday July 24th at 7:30 PM and Saturday July 25th at 2:30 PM

Check out these YC Stories from a variety of Youth Creates Alumni over the program’s 20+ years!