The Young Playwrights' Festival is a project of the Dramatists Guild, New York City, for young writers aged 8-18. This article discusses the Festival of 10 plays written by children and presented professionally at New York City's Circle Rep Theatre and the playwriting workshops for children taught by project director Gerald Chapman. (PD)

Suggests integrating theatrical experiences into total art experiences by using creative workshops to challenge the intellectual, emotional and physical needs of elementary school children. Available from: Children's Theatre Review, Children's Theatre Association of America, American Theatre Association, 1029 Vermont Avenue, N.W., Suite 402,…