Rhode Island Youth Theatre

Performing ArtsRhode Island, United States11-50 Employees

Rhode Island Youth Theatre (RIYT) operates as a performing arts organization focused on youth development through theatre. It provides opportunities for children and teens to create, perform, and engage with theatre production, design, and management, including scholarships for students with financial need and jobs or internships for emerging Rhode Island artists in various theatre-related roles. The organization emphasizes an inclusive, collaborative ensemble approach, aiming to empower young participants and encourage them to express their diverse voices and contribute to programming, policies, and ongoing conversations through performance work.

Based in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, RIYT positions itself within the regional performing arts sector as a model for education and community outreach, partnering with cultural organizations, learning centers, and established artists to develop new works and educational initiatives. Its mission highlights accessibility and outreach to youth at risk of disengagement, with programs designed to engage, educate, and empower young people while fostering collaboration and respect within the arts community.

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