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.

Flyer for Youth Storytelling Slam event with icons of school supplies, featuring the text: Save the Date, Original Stories by Routt County Students performed by professional actors. The public performance is on Thursday, March 27th at 6 PM at Bud Werner Memorial Library, free admission, donations welcome. Includes logos for Colorado New Play Festival and Boys & Girls Clubs of Northwest Colorado.

You’re Invited!

When: Thursday, March 27th, 2025 @ 6pm MT

Where: Library Hall - Bud Werner Memorial Library

Tickets: Free Admission, donations welcome!

Free snacks and beverages provided.

Contact Colt for more information.

Group of adults and children holding flowers at Colorado New Play Festival's Youth Storytelling Slam.
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.