Mission: Young Artists of America at Strathmore (YAA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization offering world-class training to gifted and committed young performing artists in a professional, nurturing and collaborative environment. Through mentorship and individualized instruction from renowned artists, students work collaboratively to perform fully orchestrated works of music-theatre in state-of-the-art venues such as Strathmore, where YAA resides as the arts center’s first Affiliate.

Results: In just four years, YAA has mounted 14 major productions at various local venues, which have reached an audience of more than 8,600 individuals, half of whom are seniors and children. Each year, our productions serve 130+ students from 12 counties and over 30 high schools, and are viewed by more than 2,000 audience members. We are also proud to offer our programs to the community at a relatively low cost, including senior/student discounts.

Target demographics: High school age students, ages 13-19.

Direct beneficiaries per year: 300

Geographic areas served: The Metro Washington, DC area (DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia)

Programs: Each year, our season includes: - Two productions of music theatre works- Three to four audition workshops and masterclasses with mentors from the performing arts industry- A two-week Musical Theatre Intensive Summer Camp.