The 52nd Street Project

The 52nd Street Project is a non-profit arts education organization founded in 1981 that offers drama programming for the youth in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City.

[1] The 52nd Street Project creates and produces new plays for, and often by, children and teens between the ages of nine and eighteen.

[3] The 52nd Street Project was founded in 1981 by playwright Willie Reale, and evolved as a continuation of his work connecting youth with creative outlets while volunteering with Ensemble Studio Theater and the Police Athletic League.

[9] In 1996, The Clubhouse was established to provide a safe space for children after school and is part of The 52nd Street Project.

[10] It provides a community space for kids to hangout, work on homework, and spend time together.