Teen #ARTivists relentlessly fighting for positive social change and we need allies like YOU! 💜 We believe in Arts Education.
Developing Artists was established in 1999 by Jill DeArmon to honor the voice of young artists. DA focuses on students attending public Middle and High Schools in the 5 Boroughs of NYC, many of whom have few opportunities or the financial means to study theater and other performing arts on a serious level. We believe that involvement in the performing arts has a profound effect on youth and DA is
04/30/2026
Join us for REBEL VERSES 2026 next week at The Public Theater! ⭐️ 💕 Tix link in bio 🎟️
May 7th-9th 7pm
This year we are joined by the amazing:
+ a special dance performance
You won’t want to miss it! ✨
04/08/2025
Join us for REBEL VERSES 2025 next week at The Public Theater! ⭐️ 💕 Tix link in bio 🎟️
April 17th-19th 7pm
This year we are joined by the amazing:
+ a special dance performance
And guest appearances by:
You won’t want to miss it! ✨
11/19/2024
JOIN US for DA’s 2024 Meet and Greet! 🎉
THIS SATURDAY Nov 23rd 5-7pm🗓️
Houghton Hall Arts - 22 East 30th St📍🏙️
Food and Drink provided🍪🥤😋
RSVP by link in bio!
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04/10/2024
For a quarter-century, we’ve pushed boundaries, championed social change, and nurtured artistic hearts. This isn’t just a night of reflection, it’s a declaration for the future.
We’re crafting a world where every young artist is empowered, heard, and valued. Join us as we celebrate the fight for the next generation!
25th Anniversary Gala MAY 13, 2024 7:00 PM - VIP COCKTAIL HOUR 8:00 PM - GENERAL ADMISSION 8:30 PM - SPECIAL PERFORMANCE AFTER-SHOW PARTY Featuring: Two-time Tony nominee Kara Young (Purlie Victorious,...
02/18/2024
Sometimes all we need is LOVE💖
What helps us to share our stories and gives us the bravery to fight for social change is the power of friendship🫂Developing Artists teamwork doesn’t just create bff’s but creates positivity, confidence, and revolution🙌🌈
02/13/2024
Hopefully all these smiles can warm you up on this freezing day❄️
Throwback to a creative and collaborative summer session☀️Summer is still 128 days away but till then we’ll be brightening your days with our art here on Instagram and TikTok🤭 FOLLOW US📲
02/09/2024
Celebrate Black History Month with Developing Artists! One of DA’s ensemble members Vicckaash Krishnan would like to highlight the contributions and impact of Tupac Shakur. ✊🏾🎤🎭
Vick says “Tupac Shakur was more than a rapper, he was an artist in every form of the word. He wove stories with his music, and spoke loudly for the rights of the black community, as well as pushing for equal rights for all, through social justice. Pac was also a pioneer of hip hop, expanding the genre through the west coast. Several famous artists have been influenced by 2pac’s work, including the great Kendrick Lamar, who once spoke the passion of Tupac’s lyricism, “Tupac inspired me just the simple way of how he put his words together,” Lamar said. “You really felt them, you felt the passion behind them. They meant something, not only to him, but when you heard it, you actually got a full experience rather than just words. You actually felt his words.” With all that being acknowledged, it is impossible to not recognize him as an icon and revolutionary in the black community.”
One thing our ensemble members love to do is amplify the voices of those who fight for social change and push boundaries just like us! 📢
02/03/2024
It’s the season of LOVE🩷 Everybody loves a good shopping spree or coffee run! But by passing up that overpriced t-shirt or latte you forgot to add almond milk to, you can instead donate to the youth arts! GVE IT UP WEBSITE LINK IN BIO
11/24/2023
The DA family is always expressing thanks, and today is one day more we are happy to do so. Thank you friends and family for accepting our joy, our love, and our gratitude❤️
If you celebrate: HAPPY THANKSGIVING FROM THE DEVELOPING ARTISTS FAM.
We love you all. Truly.
(PS – We’re still not going to ignore the truths and history behind Thanksgiving. Please take a moment to remember the Indigenous people who lost their lives & their land.)
11/21/2023
Since becoming an alum I’ve found a greater love in making sure the current ensemble’s art🎭and messages to the world 📣are spread beyond the stage and into the cyber-space👾🌎