Kids & Teens

Fourth Annual Young Playwrights Festival

3/7/2025 - 3/8/2025
Fridays & Saturdays

Location: Campus of Imagination & Wonder 900 S. Mitchell Drive Tempe AZ 85281

(Scroll down to see Audition Form & Director Application!)

 

Each year, Childsplay mentors 6 young playwrights to write a ten minute script based on a theme. Once that script is written it is given to YETi to produce in an annual festival.

 

Each script is brought to life by youth directors and performers of all ages in a "staged reading." Throughout the process, playwrights may continue to make edits to their script so actors will perform holding their scripts.


Every year, we are amazed with what young people can create when you give them space and mentoring to do so. Please join us for this incredible event that puts young people at the center of art and creativity. You're sure to laugh, be moved, and learn something.

 

Check back here soon for tickets!

Questions? Email yeti@childsplayaz.org

 


 

Director Application >

 

Young Playwrights for Change Director Application
Thank you for your interest in directing for Young Playwrights for Change!
Deadline: Saturday Feb 8th at 11:59 PM
We are seeking applicants who are passionate about this project and committed to the full rehearsal and performance schedule. These productions are staged readings, meaning the playwrights may continue to refine their scripts throughout the process. Actors will have the option to perform with their scripts in hand, and the cast will include performers of all ages, ranging from 8 to 100.
An adult Stage Manager will assist with logistics and provide support as needed, including managing any behavioral challenges. We’ll be there to guide you every step of the way!
As a director, your responsibilities will include:
Blocking the scripts
Creating a rehearsal schedule
Leading your group of 2–6 actors

Deadline: Saturday Feb 8th at 11:59 PM
We are seeking applicants who are passionate about this project and committed to the full rehearsal and performance schedule. These productions are staged readings, meaning the playwrights may continue to refine their scripts throughout the process. Actors will have the option to perform with their scripts in hand, and the cast will include performers of all ages, ranging from 8 to 100.


An adult Stage Manager will assist with logistics and provide support as needed, including managing any behavioral challenges. We’ll be there to guide you every step of the way!


As a director, your responsibilities will include:

  • Blocking the scripts
  • Creating a rehearsal schedule
  • Leading your group of 2–6 actors

 


Audition Info & Form >

 

Looking to cast actors ages 8-100! This is a a super fun and special event to be involved in. We need a ton of actors, especially adults!

 

  • Auditions: Saturday February 15th, between 1 PM - 3 PM
  • Rehearsal #1: Saturday, February 22nd, between 12 PM - 5 PM (exact times TBD)
  • Rehearsal #2: Saturday, March 1st, between 12 PM - 5 PM (exact times TBD)
  • Rehearsal #3 (Tech Rehearsal): Wednesday, March 5th, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Rehearsal #4 (Tech/Dress): Thursday, March 6th, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Performance #1: Friday, March 7th, Call Time: 6 PM | Showtime 7 PM | End Time: 8/8:30ish
  • Performance #2: Saturday, March 8th, Call Time: 6 PM | Showtime 7 PM | End Time: 8/8:30ish
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