The 2026 Youth Creates Ensemble has devised Human Mind, an original play made up of a series of vignettes highlighting the relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence, and how we deal with it in our everyday lives.
Through stories, original music, and aerial performances, the show examines how AI influences creativity, relationships, fake news, and everyday life.
Along the way, a random duck, a wayward WayNo, and explorations through the interweb bring unexpected humor that remind us that not everything has to make sense.
This production invites audiences to reflect on the role of A.I. in modern society. Come dive into this imaginative and thought provoking world with us on July 24th at 7:30pm and July 25th at 2:30pm!
To support this program, GET TICKETS to their performances on July 24 (7:30PM) and July 25 (2:30 PM). You can also support this program with a DONATION at 7Stages.org/donate
Cast
Camille Barnhill
Sarah Driggers
Aubrie Faison
Mykah Hooks
Kezaiyah Jackson
Aleix Kotler-Wallace
Lena Kotler-Wallace
Render Kotler-Robinson
Kai Malloy
Rinisha Muhammad
Leigh Michael Cannon
Shana Hughes
Levi McMillan
Dahlia Shepherd
Crew
Heidi S. Howard – Artistic Director
Dorothy Bell – Program Director
Gabriella Collard – Stage Manager
Mack Headrick – Managing Director
Kai Anwuzia – Programs Manager and Choreographer
George Kotler-Wallace – Facilities Manager
Nicolette Emanuelle – Lead Teaching Artist and Aerial Instructor
Devi Wells – Marketing Director
Nyrobi Moss – Costume Instructor
Danny Simmonds – Makeup Instructor
Elisabeth Cooper – Light and Set Design Instructor
Destiny Renee – Character
Ari Conkright – Special Effects Makeup Instructor
Thomas Bess – Storytelling Instructor
Marsalis Mescudi (Mars) – Lighting Instructor
Special Thanks
Ali Baba Mediterranean
Savage Pizza
Making A Way Housing
Support + Feed
Feed The Children
Karin and Jacques Mebius
Andres Miller
Aileen Loy
Chromatic Stagecraft
Paradise Gardens
Davia Weatherill
In memory of Jordan Altamirano Gustin
Youth Creates is 7 Stages’ 5 week theatre training program providing experiential learning and performance opportunities for teenagers. Through playwriting, design, and performance, students collaborate to create an original production. We will explore various techniques and skills, support your visions and create a world you design!
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
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
