SCRANTON, PA (January 2026) — Youth Arts Coalition (YAC), in partnership with
Scranton Fringe, is thrilled to announce its Spring 2026 youth theatre production: THE
OUTSIDERS, adapted by Christopher Sergel from the classic novel by S.E. Hinton.
The production will be directed by Simone Daniel and will feature a cast of young
performers from across Northeastern Pennsylvania.
All students ages 13–18 are encouraged to audition. Students ages 11–12 may also
apply and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. All roles are open to all young
performers—regardless of gender, height, etc.
This production marks the 2nd in a special partnership between YAC and Scranton
Fringe. This past November the over thirty students were involved in a fantastic
production of HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION.
You can view photos from this production and use as as needed via this folder:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iuX935SAfBK4n1LzZLKdEOMA8UuJv7M-
Whenever possible, credit the photographer (Kyra Britzke).
Auditions
Monday, January 12 & Tuesday, January 13, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
West Scranton Youth Center
1621 Washburn Street, Scranton, PA
Performance Dates
Thursday, April 16 at 7:00 PM
Friday, April 17 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 18 at 7:00 PM
Performance venue (Scranton, PA) will be announced in January.
Rehearsals
The January rehearsal schedule is available here.
The remainder of the rehearsal schedule will be shared in January. Unless otherwise
noted, most rehearsals will take place at the West Scranton Youth Center (1621
Washburn Street). Tech rehearsals and performances will take place at a new theatre
space in North Scranton, PA (to be announced in January).
Participation Form
Every student — even those coming from the same home — must complete the
participation form. Students should complete it ideally before auditions, or at minimum
before the first rehearsal – click here to view the form.
CASTING INFO / FORM IS ALSO AVAILABLE VIA THE YAC WEBSITE
https://www.youth-arts-coalition.com/
Safety & Student Experience
YAC and Scranton Fringe take the quality of each student’s experience — and
their safety — as a top priority. All production staff and artistic instructors
(director, stage manager, etc.) are highly qualified and have passed all required
state and federal background checks.
“We are so thrilled to continue our free youth theatre programming in
partnership with Scranton Fringe…the work these students
accomplished in November with our last show Hadestown: Teen
Edition was truly spectacular, and I am excited to see what comes
next,” said Laura Boyle, Founder and Board President of the Youth
Arts Coalition.
Questions: [email protected] or [email protected]
About Youth Arts Coalition (YAC)
Youth Arts Coalition (YAC) empowers young people across NEPA to create,
perform, and lead through free workshops in the performing, visual, and musical
arts. Students’ work is showcased via high-quality theatrical productions, recitals,
gallery exhibits, and other unique opportunities. YAC connects middle- and
high-school youth with working artists, mentorship, and real performance
opportunities that build confidence, creativity, and community.
About Scranton Fringe
Scranton Fringe is a nonprofit arts organization based in Scranton, PA, dedicated
to bold, accessible storytelling across theatre, music, dance, comedy, and
visual/immersive arts. Best known for its multi-venue fall festival, Scranton Fringe
also produces year-round programs, education, and community partnerships that
champion local creatives, welcome touring artists, and make the arts easier to
discover for audiences of all ages.
Press & Media Inquiries
Conor Kelly O’Brien | Scranton Fringe Executive Director | 570-614-9274
Web: www.youth-arts-coalition.com • www.scrantonfringe.org
