Young Playwrights' Theater (YPT) is a not-for-profit theater arts-based education organization in Northwest Washington, D.C.
"Young Playwrights' Theater teaches students to express themselves clearly and creatively through the art of playwriting. Through interactive in-school and after-school programs, YPT activates student learning and inspires students to understand the power of language and realize their potential as both individuals and artists. By publicly presenting and discussing student-written work, YPT promotes community dialogue and respect for young artists. Since 1995 YPT has served almost 100,000 students and community members with its award-winning programs and performances. YPT works with ethnically diverse, economically disadvantaged, and chronically underserved public school and public charter school students throughout DC area."
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