Our mission is to provide performance opportunities, introduce youth to different aspects of the creative industry, and provide a safe place where kids can participate in activities and lessons that develop creativity, confidence, and personal growth. We aim to influence their lifetime economic footprint by exploring and strengthening their natural talents and gifts providing a path to higher education and careers in creative world. YDT is a performing arts club for the youth of South Los Angeles. Our goal is to provide opportunities for young people to be creative thru acting, singing, dancing, and storytelling. It is free and open to students 7-17 years old. We provide Activities, Experiences, Community Service, Rehearsal, and Performances as our 5 Areas of Creative Learning.