One murder. Several suspects. But who can you believe when everyone has two sides to their story, even the victim?

Using improv and group dramaturgy, this year’s production is a murder mystery written by the UYT ensemble themselves. A Garden of Lies is a unique stage play that uses music and monologues to explore the theme of ‘Who ARE You?’ Rather than the conventional ‘Who Did It?’ To a surprising result.

DIRECTED BY MONIQUE MOSES IMAGE BY ZOE SOLIS

Urban Youth Theater is a safe space for teens to create theater. Participation in the UYT ensemble ranges from devised theater, to re-interpretations of classical plays, to traditional productions. Working under the direction of New York City-based theater artists, UYT gives young performers a chance to dive into the world of theater. Young performers will explore blocking, improvisation, character development, script writing, singing, choreography, collaboration and so much more. ​JOIN OUR NEWSLETTER FOR MORE INFORMATION!