Local theater initiative nurtures young talents, offering hope to DC's foster children

Reporter Phylicia Ashley profiles Children’s Legacy Theatre, highlighting its impactful work in Anacostia supporting youth facing some of the toughest challenges in D.C., including those in foster care. Founder Jackie Carter, who opened the program in 2016, shares how the lack of arts exposure in her own upbringing motivated her to create a safe creative hub for these young people.

Serving roughly 150 youth ages 10–18 each year from Wards 7 and 8—many living with ankle monitoring, parenting responsibilities, or in foster care—the theater provides paid training and performance opportunities wjla.com. Recently honored with the Kennedy Center Social Impact Award, the troupe will stage its entire 2025 season at the Kennedy Center, underlining the program’s growing success in empowering young talent.

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