Youth Creates 2023 Ensemble presents The Glitter Effect
July 28, 2023 at 8 PM and July 29, 2023 at 2 PM
In just five weeks, the Youth Creates 2023 Ensemble creates a play from scratch, and this year they have devised The Gl1tter Effect!
In a far away galaxy, there are worlds full of wonder; from floating cities to mysical forests, to planets made entirely of mushrooms. Every world is unique. But what happens when an unnatural substance called Gl1tter sweeps through the galaxy and threatens to turn its inhabitants into hulking monsters? How can these worlds survive this threat to their natural magic? What will it cost them?
Youth Creates is 7 Stages’ training program providing experiential learning and performance opportunities for teenagers. Through playwriting, design, and performance, students collaborate to create an original production. This summer we continue to be dedicated to safe collaborations and looking forward to creating together again still in limited safe distances at the theatre! We will explore various techniques and skills, support your visions and ultimately celebrate by welcoming audiences in person AND online to our world premiere!
PLAYBILL
The Glitter Effect
Devised by the Youth Creates 2023 Ensemble
STUDENTS
Cameron Childress – Toad
Kal-El Flinders – Thaddeus
Timaya Hood – Michael Jackspen
Carrington Jones – Cornelius
Render Kotler-Robinson – Mr. Goop
Rain Nance – Snake/Lighting technician
Gryffin Thomas – Jebejia
Joscelyn Wilson – Button
Jordan Zackery – Hibiscus
Kaylee Law
Ayorinde Kemit
Anika Rao
Karamella Manning
Morgan Haymes
Quotes from the cast
I am Lucinda Armbrust-Kohler, from Planet Saturn, who shines when I’m passionate.
I am Cameron Childress, from Planet Earth, who shines when I show off my talents.
I am Kal-El Flinders, from Planet Krypton, who shines when sharing worlds.
I am Timaya Hood, from Planet Sirius, who shines when helping others.
I am Carrington Jones, from Planet Zaxby’s, who shines when fed.
I am Isis Kleef, from Planet Venus, who shines when I’m singing from my heart.
I am Render Kotler-Robinson, from Planet Sirius, who shines when the stars are up.
I am Ace Magerko, from Planet Uranus, who shines when I go on walks.
I am Rain Nance, from Planet Melpomene, who shines when I’m drawing.
I am Gryffin Thomas, from Planet Venus, who shines when I pour myself onto the page.
I am Joscelyn Wilson, from Planet Marselis, who shines when offering empathy.
I am Jordan Zackery, from Planet Jupiter, who shines when I’m inspired.
TEACHERS
Destiny Renee – Education Director
Heidi S. Howard – Artistic Director
Gabriella Collard – Stage Manager
Mack Headrick – Managing Director
Katherine Neslund – Production and Facilities Manager
Devi Wells – Marketing Coordinator and Poster Design Instructor
Marium Khalid – Associate Artistic Director
Jessica Bennett – Stage Combat Instructor
Hannah-Rose Broom – Mindfulness Instructor
Elisabeth Cooper – Lights and Scenic Design Instructor
Sean Dorsey – DreamLab Instructor
Nicolette Emanuelle – Soundscape Instructor
Rachel Frawley – Puppetry Instructor
Edwin James – Music Production Instructor
Nyrobi Moss – Costume Design Instructor
Kellie Murphy – Props and Scenic Design Instructor
Robby Myles – Film and Projection Design Instructor
George Kotler-Wallace – Sound Engineering Instructor
Nikki Toombs – Writing Instructor
Tambra Omiali Harris – African Dance Instructor
Suprim Allah – Djimbe Instructor
INTERNS
Trinity Lockett
Jasmine Newsome
Isis Kleef
Lucinda Armbrust-Kohler
Aloe Sanders
Abigail Richards
A message to the ensemble from 7 Stages Education Director Destiny Renee:
My dearest ensemble members,
I am so thankful to have found each and every one of you. You all shine brilliantly bright in your own unique ways. It is an honor to guide you throughout the artistic process of creation, one that I do not take lightly. I hope you leave 7 Stages theatre with tools to carry on into your life as an artist as well as a global and dare I say universal citizen. This has not been an easy process for us, but most things that are worth their weight in gold are rarely ever easy. Thank you for bringing your full selves and being committed from day one. I had a vision of the finish line before we even began, I’m overjoyed that we are crossing it together. Shine on, you beautiful souls!
SPECIAL THANKS
Ali Baba Mediterranean
Corner Tavern – L5P
Argosy
Savage Pizza
Metro Fresh
Wend Ballew – Reforming Arts / Creative Becomings
Atlanta Green Theatre Alliance
Georgia Aquarium
Center for Civil and Human Rights
Karin and Jacques Mebius
Scarlet Nance
Fernbank Science Center and Planetarium
Dorothy Bell-Polk
Carol Welter
Tommy Priester
Parents and Guardians
Little Debbie Second Chance Homes and Family Services
Jaden Gustin
Java Lords
Marcus Jewish Community Center Day Camps
Theresa Davis
Frank Siera
