Programs in Schools

At the high school level (typically grades 9-12), Rising Youth Theatre uses our playmaking process to engage teens in topics they care about. Our model for youth and adult collaboration creates a space where young people feel both supported and challenged. 

Previous offerings have included: 

• Original Plays: Students create and perform an original play based on topics that are important to them and their community 
• Academic Growth: Students use theatre to enhance their experience with academic content, such as activating The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros 
• Multimedia: Students develop digital content, such as podcasts or short films, or written content such as zines or literary magazines 
• Creative Interventions is a unique professional development program for high school students and educators
• Keysmash is a play and workshop series about mental health that we can bring to high schools and colleges throughout Arizona. 

These programs can take place after school  or during the school day. Your teaching artist will work directly with admin, teachers & students to build a schedule and program that works for your school community. 

At the elementary school level (typically Pre-K-5), Rising Youth Theatre offers creative drama based programming that connects to curriculum, particularly strengthening a connection with reading and literature, and builds strong social and community connections.  

Previous offerings have included: 

• Story Sharing: Students share their own personal stories and experiences and use them to develop a performance piece that can be shared with peers
• Academic Growth: Students use theatre to enhance their experience with academic content, such as activating picture books or learning about history
• Writing: Students practice writing fluency and reading strength by creating their own stories, using multi media strategies  

These programs can take place after school  or during the school day. Your teaching artist will work directly with admin, teachers & students to build a schedule and program that works for your school community.