Seattle Rep YouthFest 2024
June 1, 2024
Leo K. Theater
Join us in celebrating a whole year of youth-created and youth-starring works at Seattle Rep's third annual YouthFest on Saturday, June 1, 2024. From solo performances to full-length plays and beyond, this one-day festival showcases the work of some of the most talented youth in the region. Read more about each performance.
Plus, dance the night away at our youth-only theater prom, PromaDrama, held in the PONCHO Forum!
Saturday, June 1 - Day Pass Day Pass includes ticket to Dinner & Discussion and PromaDrama |
PASSES |
Saturday, June 1 at 2 p.m. Matinee Performances - Single Tickets | Tickets |
Saturday, June 1 at 5 p.m. Dinner & Discussion - Single Tickets | Tickets |
Saturday, June 1 at 7:30 p.m. Evening Performances - Single Tickets | Tickets |
PromaDrama (Youth Only) - Single Tickets |
Tickets |
2 p.m. - Matinee Performances
In this special triple-feature, watch unique performances by Penguin Productions, Seattle Public Theater Youth Voices, and Village Theatre KIDSTAGE.
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Penguin Productions presents: Love is in the Air
Written by: Meredith Weaver
Directed by: Fish HarrisonAbout: Love is in the Air is a new short comedy-drama about the struggles of navigating first crushes and the messy impacts on friendships.
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Seattle Public Theater Youth Voices
Seattle Public Theater's (SPT) Youth Voices program presents a cohort reading from participants who have gone through the process of making a personal story into a theatrical piece to develop an original work.
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Village Theatre KIDSTAGE presents: Lonesome Writer
Written by: Colin Albrecht, Riah Brazier, Beckett Elzea, Inara Sheldon, and Hazel Suttles
Directed by: Hattie Claire Andes and Moises “Moy” Hinojos
Music Direction by: David Taylor Gomes
5 p.m. - Dinner & Discussion
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Dinner & Discussion
Meet the PanelistsDuring dinner, teens can join us for free Pagliacci Pizza and attend a Q&A with industry professionals to learn more about a career in the arts, opportunities, and challenges.
7:30 p.m. - Evening Performances
In this special triple-feature, see performances from Seattle Theatre Group Youth, Seattle Rep's 2024 production of The State of the Students by Rachel Atkins, and Village Theatre KIDSTAGE.
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Seattle Theatre Group presents Herencias Mexicanas
Seattle Theatre Group has worked with Herencias Mexicanas for a decade.
This Everett based non-profit has been dedicated to preserving the traditions of Mexican Folklorico in the Pacific Northwest since 2009.
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The State of the Students
An all-youth cast will perform this new piece by local writer Rachel Atkins, which blends testimonies from students across the Seattle region into a powerful ensemble play.
The State of the Students was created by Rachel Atkins with support from Seattle Office of Arts & Culture.
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Village Theatre KIDSTAGE presents: Pirate's Pact
Written by: Colin Albrecht, Riah Brazier, Beckett Elzea, Inara Sheldon, and Hazel Suttles
Directed by: Hattie Claire Andes and Moises “Moy” Hinojos
Music Directed by: David Taylor Gomes
9 p.m. - PromaDrama
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PromaDrama
For one night only, teens from all over can come and participate in this over-the-top prom experience. There will be dancing, crafts, refreshments, photo-ops, games, a chocolate fountain, and more! Attendees are asked to dress in prom attire you feel comfortable in, from sweatpants to ball gowns. PromaDrama is for youth only.
Single Tickets are only $5! Saturday YouthFest passes include a PromaDrama ticket.
Dinner & Discussion Panel
Meet the partner organizations tabling in the lobby:
Partner Organizations
Youth Engagement Programs
Explore Seattle Rep's other Youth Engagement programs and get involved!