Young Playwrights' Theater

Young Playwrights' Theater Young Playwrights Theater (YPT) is an arts education non-profit and producing theater in Washington,

Through our programs and productions, we fulfill their creative vision by hiring professional artists to guide and perform original youth-generated work for their peers and for the public. YPT believes that it is important that youth, especially those whose voices are often minimized, have access to high-quality arts education that centers their experience and is culturally competent and affirming

for all young people involved. In order to do this work, YPT acknowledges oppression and reduces its harm through our internal and external structures and practices. YPT believes that young people are inherently brilliant and we exist to share that brilliance with the world.

3 DAYS LEFT! There are still a few items to bid on or buy to get us up to our $50,000 fundraising goal. Experiences like...
05/20/2026

3 DAYS LEFT! There are still a few items to bid on or buy to get us up to our $50,000 fundraising goal. Experiences like a tour and meet and greet at the NBC4 Studio guided by award-winning investigative reporter, Tracee Wilkins.

05/19/2026
WOW! After one day, a lot of our flash sale items are already sold, but there are still plenty of great experiences to t...
05/19/2026

WOW! After one day, a lot of our flash sale items are already sold, but there are still plenty of great experiences to take advantage of! Like, a 3-session Sports Photography Class with YPT's Communication Manager Cody Bahn!

Cody has been a photographer for over 10 years and has spent much of that time photographing sports ranging from high school to professional levels. This is a great chance to learn how to photograph your children's sporting events, or even your own league!

What a birthday party! Our 30th Anniversary Giving Flowers Gala was an unforgettable party, and together we raised over ...
05/19/2026

What a birthday party! Our 30th Anniversary Giving Flowers Gala was an unforgettable party, and together we raised over $45,000 in support of YPT's mission and our students! Thank you to everyone who supported us throughout the night and to our sponsors: Capital For Children, KPMG, GRF CPAs & Advisors, and NEXXIS Solutions.

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Calling all young playwrights! Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA and Young Playwrights' Theater are teaming up to offer a unique 5-week...
05/18/2026

Calling all young playwrights! Keegan PLAY-RAH-KA and Young Playwrights' Theater are teaming up to offer a unique 5-week Summer PLAYwriting Camp for ages 10-14, running July 6-August 8.

Our registration window is closing soon, so don't want to sign up! Early drop-off available for families looking for a full-day camp option. Learn more and register now: https://www.hisawyer.com/keegan-play-rah-ka/schedules/activity-set/1767009

Young Playwrights' Theater

FLASH SALE! We are excited to share that we are only a few thousand dollars away from our $50K fundraising goal after ou...
05/18/2026

FLASH SALE! We are excited to share that we are only a few thousand dollars away from our $50K fundraising goal after our 30th anniversary gala! We also have a handful of unsold silent auction items that missed their chance to go home with our party guests in the flurry of fun. Because of that, you have the chance to buy or bid on some amazing gifts and experiences!

Today through Friday, May 22, the unsold items from our silent auction will be back up for sale! Not only is bidding open again, but you have the option of grabbing something you want right away with a “buy it now” option (viewable if you click on the item you’re interested in; the price displayed on the main page is the starting bid). Keep in mind that if you choose to bid, someone else may swoop in and "buy it now" to claim the item for themselves!

Thank you again for such an amazing and educational night and ! The students had an awesome time. We can’t wait to see ...
05/07/2026

Thank you again for such an amazing and educational night and ! The students had an awesome time. We can’t wait to see you both at our gala tonight!

05/06/2026

The past 30 days you’ve heard from culturemakers from various different places. Each person shared their answer for why it is so important for young people to realize the power of their voices. We saved a special video for last. This culturemaker has dedicated 20 years of service to YPT and to helping so many young people realize the power of their voices! Congratulations and thank you, !
For 30 years, Young Playwrights’ Theater has inspired young artists to realize the power of their own voices through creative writing and theater education, uplifting youth voices and providing safe spaces for creative expression.
To celebrate 30 years of YPT and to elevate the importance of our mission in this critical moment, we invited 30 important culture makers to share their perspectives on the power of storytelling and creative expression.
Follow for more inspiration throughout the month of April, and all year long.

Bidding is open for YPT’s 30th Anniversary Giving Flowers Gala! Help support YPT’s mission and the young people we work ...
05/05/2026

Bidding is open for YPT’s 30th Anniversary Giving Flowers Gala! Help support YPT’s mission and the young people we work with while winning amazing prizes and experiences!

05/05/2026

YPT’s mission has impacted more than 30,000 young people since our founding. That’s a lot of inspiration, art, and world-changing power that continues to impact younger generations today!
For 30 years, Young Playwrights’ Theater has inspired young artists to realize the power of their own voices through creative writing and theater education, uplifting youth voices and providing safe spaces for creative expression.
To celebrate 30 years of YPT and to elevate the importance of our mission in this critical moment, we invited 30 important culture makers to share their perspectives on the power of storytelling and creative expression.
Follow for more inspiration throughout the month of April, and all year long.

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6925 Willow Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20012

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

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