TeenLab

TeenLab is now an annual program at KCPT.  For 2010, TeenLab classes will begin Tuesday Oct 26. 

Once again, Charlie Bethel will direct the program.  (This year, Bethel will also present his one-man show "Seven Poor Travelers" as part of our Holiday Sampler.)

A sliding scale fee will be charged, with some scholarships available.  Young people (age 12 - 18) interested in our 2010 program can contact KCPT Artistic Director Denise Winter at 379-0195, or by e-mail.

2010 TeenLab performances:

Friday Nov 19 at 7:00 p.m.

Saturday Nov 20 at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Nov 21 at 2:30 p.m.

Below is our press release describing the 2009 premiere of TeenLab.

October 2009:  Teen monologues take the stage at Key City Playhouse

Key City Public Theatre puts the spotlight on local students as “TeenLab,” its new youth education program takes the stage on Fri. Oct. 16 and Sat. Oct. 17 at 7:00 p.m. and Sun. Oct 18 at 2:30 p.m. at Key City Playhouse.

Eight young writer/actors will perform their own monologues under the guidance of visiting artist and director Charlie Bethel, who has been impressed with the stories they have to tell.

“As they write, my job is to help them say what they want to say, focusing on the desire and conflict in their stories,” comments Bethel. “Then, when we put the monologues ‘on their feet,’ I can help them use acting techniques to share their heartfelt words with bravery and enthusiasm.”

The students are Alanna Dailey, Carly Davies, Rosa Davies, Freeman Luoma, Tanner Matthew, Jason Noltemeier, Mason Stan and Kellyn Traenkenschuh.

One monologue recounts the adventures of a Viking ambushed by aliens. Another tells a tale of murder that evolves into a contest of riddles. Yet another rewrites those moments in our life when, hours later, we realize what we “should’ve said.”

General admission is $10, students $5. Advance tickets are available with a credit card by calling the KCPT offices at 379-0195.

Key City Playhouse is located at 419 Washington Street, Port Townsend.