Young Artists Playground (YAP)
Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, 3050 Los Angeles Ave, Simi Valley, CA 93065
About
Young Artists Playground (YAP) offers interactive workshops, seasonal camps, and after-school classes focused on youth arts education. The program includes specific offerings such as YAP- Kids Summer Theater Camp 2026 and a production titled YAP Presents: School House Rock Jr. YAP is described as a dynamic youth arts education program.
• Ages: 6–14 years old
The program’s mission states that it is committed to enriching the lives of local youth through high-quality performing arts education. According to its mission, YAP serves students of all abilities and focuses on building artistic skills while fostering confidence, creativity, compassion, and resilience. The mission also states that YAP empowers young artists to develop and express their creative voices in a supportive, inclusive environment.
The Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, where YAP is based, first opened its doors in 1995. The leadership team at the center includes General Manager Fred Helsel, Assistant Manager Sandee McGee, and Audience Services Manager Jessica Mata. The center invites community members to take an Arts & Culture Survey to share what inspires them and what they would like to experience in future programming.
Last updated March 26, 2026.
• Ages: 6–14 years old
The program’s mission states that it is committed to enriching the lives of local youth through high-quality performing arts education. According to its mission, YAP serves students of all abilities and focuses on building artistic skills while fostering confidence, creativity, compassion, and resilience. The mission also states that YAP empowers young artists to develop and express their creative voices in a supportive, inclusive environment.
The Simi Valley Cultural Arts Center, where YAP is based, first opened its doors in 1995. The leadership team at the center includes General Manager Fred Helsel, Assistant Manager Sandee McGee, and Audience Services Manager Jessica Mata. The center invites community members to take an Arts & Culture Survey to share what inspires them and what they would like to experience in future programming.
Last updated March 26, 2026.
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