WYO PLAY is an education initiative of the WYO Performing Arts and Education Center. It is a dynamic series of educational programs aimed at all age groups in creative, collaborative, and playful artmaking. ‘PLAY’ stands for Place-based Performances, Life-long Learning, Accessibility for All, and Youthfulness!
Acting Out
This partnership with Sheridan County School District 2 elementary schools features nine-week after-school residencies, interactive storytelling and an original performance of a fractured fairy tale.
Middle School Drama Club
A partnership with Sheridan County School District 1, students at Big Horn and Tongue River schools participate in a six-week rehearsal period followed by a joint performance at the WYO Theater.
Spring Youth Musical
Area youth in second through ninth grades participate in rehearsals and performances at the WYO Theater in partnership with Tandem Productions.
Ye Olde Bronc Players
This partnership with Sheridan County School District 2 enables Sheridan Junior High School students to take Shakespeare from page to stage in 12 weeks.
Future Filmmakers
College and high school students receive instruction and hands-on experience in filmmaking, guided by professionals during this program made possible through a partnership with Sheridan County Travel and Tourism. Short films created during this program premiere at WYO Film Fest. The program includes two months of workshops, a two-day film shoot and four weeks to edit.
Young Theatre Makers Ensemble
Area high school theater artists participate in spring workshops and summer productions.Creative Aging
This lifetime arts model for people 60and older features eight-week skill-building classes.
Sheridan County Youth Choir
Vocal program for youth in fourth through eighth grades across Sheridan County, the Sheridan County Youth Choir includes both the Boys Choir and the Girls Choir.
Storytelling Events & Projects
This program, planned for 2024, will feature story concerts, story slams and story circles for all ages, including a storytelling class through the Sheridan VA.