Weathering the Storm
by Changing Lives Youth Theatre Ensemble
Apr. 19 - Apr. 20
Friday-Saturday
From the outside, Kenzie has it all figured out. She’s a cheerleader who has caught the eye of her dreamy classmate Sebastian, and everyone thinks it’s a match made in heaven. But when she shares a moment of connection with Sebastian’s friend Delphine at a party, Kenzie finds herself drawn to Delphine’s confidence and self-possession. Meanwhile, there’s friction at home as her family navigates a stressful financial situation.
Will Kenzie find the strength to question the expectations of those around her, weather the storm of adolescence, and explore her own independence?
The Changing Lives Youth Theatre Ensemble, a collaboration between Creative Action and Expect Respect (a program of SAFE), excitedly returns with their 2024 school tour of Weathering the Storm. This new play is written and performed by an ensemble of youth aged 14-18 and follows high schooler Kenzie as she navigates a tumultuous storm of self-discovery.
The play reflects the experience of exploring your identity and helps youth (grades
6-8) recognize signs of peer pressure and manipulation. We ask:
● Why is it so hard to say no to our family and friends?
● Who can I be my full self with?
● How do I set healthy boundaries and communicate my needs?
Weathering the Storm
by Changing Lives Ensemble
Changing Lives Youth Theatre Ensemble
April 19 - April 20, 2024
April 19 and 20, 2024
Crashbox
5305 Bolm Road #UNIT 12 Austin, TX 78721
