Five Angels Theater @ The 52nd Street Project

In New York City's Hell's Kitchen, Five Angels Theater is part of The 52nd Street Project, a nonprofit arts education and mentoring organization for young people ages 9 to 18. It offers year-round theater programs at no cost to participants. Playmaking introduces children to writing for theater through a nine-week class; participants then work with a volunteer director or dramaturge and actors to develop original plays, which are presented free to the public. Further programs include performance, arts exposure, poetry, stage combat, and a teen ensemble. The Project also provides academic mentoring, homework help, college preparation, scholarships, and teen employment programs. Young people can contribute writing to Fivey Magazine, and the organization offers retreats as part of several programs.