Youth Storytelling Slam

Two students collaborating on a writing assignment in a classroom as part of Colorado New Play Festival's Youth Storytelling Slam

The Colorado New Play Festival, in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Northwest Colorado, launched the inaugural Youth Storytelling Slam in 2022 to empower aspiring young writers in the community.

Over several months, students are mentored to craft original stories and plays, are brought to life on stage by professional actors as a culminating event.

“Voices that matter, stories with telling,” Youth Storytelling Slam featured in Steamboat Pilot & Today.

Thank you!

Are you interested in hosting a Youth Storytelling Slam in 2026? We’d love to hear from you!

Classroom scene with a teacher standing in front of students, conducting a lesson. The whiteboard displays various educational posters and notes labeled "Character," "Setting," "Plot/Conflict," and "Theme." The students are seated at desks, engaging with the material

A classroom scene with children seated at desks, some holding snacks and paying attention to something out of frame. The room has educational posters, a globe on a shelf, and various school supplies visible

"When I'm done writing a story I feel complete," Sofia, 15 years old.