New York City, New York Aug 12, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - The 52nd Street Project, a non-profit organization known for bringing children from the Hells Kitchen neighborhood together with professional theater artists to produce original shows, is giving a voice to creativity in its Summer One-on-Ones production, LOOK WHOS TALKING, PLAYS THAT SPEAK TO YOU from August 16 through 18, 2024 at the Five Angels Theater (789 Tenth Avenue, 2nd Floor; between 52nd & 53rd Streets).

A beloved summer tradition, the One-on-One program is a crown jewel at The 52nd Street Project, offering its young members a thrilling leap into the world of performing. Each budding star is paired with a dedicated playwright who crafts a unique, tailor-made two-character play just for them and a professional adult actor, forming dynamic duos ready to bring their stories to life. During a week-long artistic retreat, creativity buzzes as the young participants dive into the fundamentals of performing, with spontaneous rehearsals and sneak-peek performances building excitement. The program culminates in a spectacular three-day showcase at the Projects Five Angels Theater in Manhattan, where these original productions take center stage, completely free for all to enjoy.

LOOK WHOS TALKING, PLAYS THAT SPEAK TO YOU will feature the wildly imaginative work of 8 adult writers drawing inspiration from one thing: a randomly selected form of communication. Kyle Cameron, Molly Carden, Marchánt Davis, Christian DeMarais, Betsy Hogg, Kim Jinhyoung, Maryn Shaw, & Mirirai Sithole, and more will be bringing their vibrant energy to the stage in these One-on-Ones. Audiences of all ages can expect to laugh out loud as pairs of adult actors and Project members take the stage across three performances to bring these hilariously expressive plays to life. 

For more information or to reserve tickets, please visit The 52nd Street Projects website. 

About The 52nd Street Project

The mission of The 52nd Street Project, a community-based arts organization, is to bring together kids from Hells Kitchen in Manhattan, starting at age ten and lasting through their teens, with theater professionals to create original theater offered free to the general public. By building on the core experience of accomplishment and collaboration, the Project fosters a sense of inclusion in a place where the children belong and where their creative work is the driving force. Through long-term mentoring relationships and exposure to diverse art forms (including Spoken Word, Photography, Theatrical Design, Dance, Stage Combat, and Filmmaking), the Project seeks to expand the childrens means of expression and to improve their literacy, their life skills, and their attitude towards learning.