ACT! for Youth – https://www.wilsonarts.com

ACT! for Youth (AFY) is a program of Wilson Arts whose purpose is to provide live theater opportunities for the youth of Wilson County and surrounding areas. Productions are open to children in kindergarten through high school who live in Wilson County, or whose parent(s) live or work in Wilson County, or those who are contributors to Wilson Arts at the family level or greater. The performances are open to the public, and school day performances are also offered during the school year.

TICKET INFORMATION

2023-2024 Season Tickets are now available for purchase. Season tickets (all 3 shows) are $36 for adults and $26 for seniors, students, and youth (prices do not include tax). Your season ticket also gives you the opportunity to have reserved seating for the season. Individual show tickets are available approximately 6 weeks prior to each show and are General Admission seating. To purchase your season tickets for ACT! for Youth performances, please stop by the box office at the Wilson Arts Center during our regular business hours (Tuesday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) or call us directly at (252) 291-4329 to purchase over the phone with a credit card. Season ticket sales must be done directly through the box office so you can choose your season seats. Individual tickets will be available for purchase online, by phone, or in person.

Please note: All ticket sales are final. Refunds are only given in the event that the organizer cancels the event.

School Shows: October 5 at 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
Public Performances: October 6, 7, 13, & 14 at 7:00 p.m., October 8 & 15 at 3:00 p.m.
Edna Boykin Cultural Center / 108 Nash Street NE

This Disney film turned Tony-winning Broadway hit inspires everyone to fight for what’s right and seize the day. Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right!

Purchase tickets to Disney’s Newsies online by visiting our website at www.wilsonarts.com/tickets. You may also call us at 252-291-4329 or visit the reception desk at the Wilson Arts Center at 204 Nash Street S during regular business hours (10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday).

For information about school shows or advertising your business to support the ACT! for Youth program, please contact Stephanie Pridgen, Marketing Coordinator, at stephanie@wilsonarts.com.

Newsies is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

Wilson Arts is pleased to provide opportunities for you to bring your students to see student-led performances during the day as a part of your school enrichment curriculum. The ACT for Youth program, which is funded through Wilson Arts, includes elementary, middle and high school students and has a reputation for being a top- notch program among youth theater programs in our region!

All performances are at the Edna Boykin Cultural Center (108 Nash St NE) in historic downtown Wilson.

Tickets are $5 per seat. We request a 25% deposit to officially reserve seats since space is limited! (If you are unable to pay the deposit, you can have your school principal sign the booking confirmation and the full amount will be due on or before the day of the event.)

Interested or want more information?

Please contact Stephanie Pridgen at 252-291-4329 x107 or email stephanie@wilsonarts.com

Wilson Art's ACT! for Youth is gearing up for a brand new season, and we want YOU to play a part!

Our ACT! for Youth shows are enjoyed by audiences of all ages in Wilson and beyond. Sponsoring an ad for 2023-2024 season means your advertisement will be seen by our loyal patrons. This is a great marketing opportunity that also demonstrates your support of the performing arts and the youth of Wilson.

Use the button below to access the form needed, select the size ad you desire, and send your artwork prior to the due date. You may use the same ad for the entire season, or you have the opportunity to modify the copy/content of your ad prior to each show.

If you have questions about advertising, please contact Stephanie Pridgen at stephanie@wilsonarts.com or c.all 252-291-4329

The Crettie Mitchell Morgan Memorial Scholarship is awarded by Wilson Arts to one ACT! for Youth performer per show to help cover the cost of participation fees. The criteria for eligibility include:

Must have participated in at least 1 previous ACT! for Youth show
Must be a member of the cast or crew in the current production
Exhibits leadership skills within the program and community
Exhibits high moral character and be a positive role model for other participants
Displays respect for others in the cast, crew and production teams, including all directors associated with the show
Provides positive support and encouragement to their peers
Embraces new opportunities and roles within the theater program, with a willingness to try new things
Fosters growth of the ACT! for Youth program through community interaction and involvement
Exemplifies outstanding character and behavior

TICKET INFORMATION

ACT! for Youth 2023-2024 Season

2023-2024 Audition Dates and Info

Field Trip Opportunities for Local Students

Advertise your business AND support ACT! for Youth

Wilson Art's ACT! for Youth is gearing up for a brand new season, and we want YOU to play a part!

Interested in being an Arts Partner for the ACT! for Youth program and investing in the youth of Wilson County? Contact Cathy Hardison at cathy@wilsonarts.com or call 252-291-4329.

Crettie Mitchell Morgan ACT! for Youth Memorial Scholarship

The Emperor & the Nightingale and Turn the Page videos are now available on-demand for streaming on your personal device!