You won’t believe your eyes! You won’t believe your ears!
Join us for the 2019 Youth Arts Showcase and celebrate the artistic talents of the children and teens in our community!

The event will take place on Saturday, April 27, 2019. Artists, musicians, singers, and dancers in grades 4 through 12 are invited to apply to participate. Those selected will have the opportunity to perform in the library’s auditorium in front of an audience. Visual artists will be invited to attend a reception to be recognized and their work will be on display in the Main Library.

Applications will be available to pick up at the Akron-Summit County Public Library Main Library or any of the branches. You can also download an application.

Applications can be submitted:
Via email to sdeisler@akronlibrary.org
Mailed to Akron-Summit County Public Library c/o Sarah Deisler YSO, 60 S. High St., Akron, OH 44326
Dropped off at Main Library or any of the branches
Applications must be received or postmarked by 5:00 pm on Saturday, March 9, 2019 to be considered.

Studios, teachers, directors, schools, and instructors are encouraged to submit groups of students to perform at the event.

Studios and schools may submit up to three groups. There will be a maximum of three selections per group not exceeding a total of 15 minutes on stage. Visual artists may submit up to three pieces. All performances and visual art entries must be suitable and appropriate for all ages.