2017-18 Performance Season

Throughout the year, Young Playwrights' Theater (YPT) stages several performances and events showcasing the writing of young writers from all over the DC, Maryland and Virginia area as well as local and regional artists. With professional actors, directors and production crew, YPT elevates the youth voices and brings their stories to life. 

Up Next!

Young Playwrights' Theater Presents...
Silence Is Violence: Whose Earth is This?
March 5,2018 at 7pm
Josephine Butler Parks Center

An original performance addressing the environmental issues our local, national and global communities face.

Tickets on Sale: April 5, 2018

 

 

2018 New Play Festival
May 7, 14 & 21, 2018
THEARC

An annual celebration of the work of the bold, gritty and bright new voices of young writers!

Tickets on Sale: March 7, 2018
Learn more about New Play Festival.

 

Young Playwrights' Workshop Presents...7pm
June 19, 2018 at Anacostia Playhouse

The students of Young Playwrights' Workshop write and perform their own dramatic work that brings their stories to the forefront!

Tickets on Sale: May 2018

 

 

 

 

Past Events:

September 11,
With a Special Appearance by Rayceen Pendarvis
Silence Is Violence: LGBTQ+ You
Young Playwrights' Theater Presents...2017 at 7pm
Blind Whino SW Arts Club

A mixed arts experience celebrating the spirit and perseverance of DC area LGBTQ+ youth and adults through their words, music, visual art, performance and fellowship. 

Learn more about Silence Is Violence.