The impact of arts education on young people in general is well documented. For young men who have been involved in the criminal justice system, and who remain at high risk for future incarceration, MTC’s Stargate Theatre Company provides rare and profound opportunities for self-expression, confidence building, and joyful participation in a collective creative enterprise. Each year, 10 – 15 young men, ages 18 – 24 are selected to create an original theatre piece, drawn from their own experiences. With expert guidance from MTC education staff and directors, this seven week program culminates in a production at MTC