Programs
Schools & Teachers
Writing Programs
We teach playwriting and theatre in grades 3-12 as part of the school day, throughout San Diego County. Trained theatre professionals use a dynamic, interactive curriculum designed to support standards in English and Theatre, while supporting social emotional learning with trauma-informed, restorative practices.
Lessons can be adapted to support content areas and specific themes or styles (radio plays, poetry units, intergenerational projects, social justice). Programs typically culminate with professional actors performing students’ scripts. Learners at all levels enjoy success. Safe behind the mask of fiction, young people explore actions and their consequences.
Empathy and compassion are fostered as students gain confidence, greater connection to their peers, non-violent techniques for solving problems, essential communication skills, and knowledge of theatre.

Imagine That!
Write On!
For Teachers and Educators
Encourage your students to enter
Featured Program
Field Trip Opportunities — Our annual festival of plays by contest winners
Performances & Events
41st Annual Plays by Young Writers – Productions, Staged Readings & Night of Celebration
41st Annual Plays by Young Writers – Productions, Staged Readings & Night of Celebration
Features all winning plays and include a reception with the playwrights. Proceeds help support Playwrights Project.
California Young Playwrights Contest – Submission Deadline
California Young Playwrights Contest – Submission Deadline
The Contest is open to all Californians under the age of 19. Submit your original scripts for a chance to win a production on the Plays by Young Writers Festival.
Partners



Sonja Taylor, Teacher at Morse High School
Continuing Education Teacher
Garfield High School