Theatre Palisades Youth (TPY) was invited to present a cabaret Things We Lost in the Fire at 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, at Harvard-Westlake School Rugby Auditorium,3700 Coldwater Canyon Studio City, CA 91604
The show will highlight the incredible talent of the Palisades youth community in solo and small group performances, with vocal and instrumental music, dance, improv and stand-up comedy.
The show was the brainchild of Harvard-Westlake almnus Gaba, who also serves as the TPY’s music director. She spoke to HW’s performing Arts Director, Aaron Martin. Several of his students were impacted by recent fires and wanted to support others who had been impacted by fires.
The idea of producing a TPY cabaret seemed to be a fantastic way to show their support. Additionally, Harvard-Westlake high school students are also mentoring TPY performers.
“When the TPY community lost the physical space that had become their second home, I was immediately reminded of my own second home as a teenager—my high school theater,” Gaba said “The incredible teachers and students at Harvard-Westlake didn’t hesitate to step up—not only to help raise the funds needed to keep our program alive, but to give our kids a space to express themselves and share their stories. I’m deeply grateful to both the TPY and HW communities for turning this wild idea into a beautiful reality!”
TPY Director Lara Ganz said, “It is truly humbling to be on the receiving end of such a beautiful gesture from Harvard Westlake’s inspirational young leaders. Our fragile TPY is so fortunate to be supported, lifted and united in song, service and laughter with the brilliantly talented and empathic Harvard Westlake theater community!”
Tickets for TPY/Teen Cabaret – Things We Found in the Fire will be available for purchase through the Theatre Palisades Youth webpage: https://theatrepalisades.org/youth/ or tickets may also be purchased on-site at the Harvard-Westlake School on the day of the event.