7 Stages’ Summer theatre training program for teenagers
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!
Professional artists lead workshops in 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; Mama YeYe, our spiritual movement and African Dance guide; Destiny Renee, film actress, producer and poet; and Ari Conkright, professional lighting designer, costume and special effect artist, and YC alum!
2025 PROGRAM OVERVIEW
June 23 – July 27
Monday – Friday from 10 AM – 5 PM
Join us as we collaborate 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!
SHOWTIME!!!!
Friday July 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM and Saturday July 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Check out these YC Stories from a variety of Youth Creates Alumni over the program’s 20+ years!
