Building camaraderie and support for the special needs community through the performing arts.

Participant registration is now open 

To participate in the 20th and final YDFA season, please register here. The first session will be on August 9 at the El Camino YMCA (pending final approval from YMCA).

Volunteer registration is now open

Do you love theatre and supporting the special needs community? Please register here. Our first session will be on August 9 at the El Camino YMCA (pending final approval from the YMCA).

Who we serve

YDFA is an inclusive theater group open to both special and general education youth, and young adults that builds friendships and support among the actors, volunteers, parents, and special education community.

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This show was based on people coming together, to play, to learn, and to celebrate their individuality. Furthermore, the audience reflected the diversity of the children in the show; there was a palpable aura of acceptance and understanding among all in attendance. There was a sense of community and support that research is consistently showing to be an integral aspect of well-being for all humans.
— San José State University student