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Director of Programs

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Alex Lee Reed

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Alex (he/they) is a multi-talented writer, director, educator, administrator, poet, coach, mentor, and professional ally. Rooted in the principles of community, collaboration, empathy, equity, and justice, Alex is unwavering in their commitment to the pursuit of truth, beauty, and joy.

Alex's journey to YEPP has been marked by a series of significant experiences. They began as Resident Artist at Flint Youth Theatre, where they discovered their passion for community-based and intergenerational work. From there, Alex went on to become the Drama School Coordinator at Seattle Children's Theatre. At Seattle Rep, Alex served as the Associate Director of Arts Engagement - Youth and Learning, where they developed, delivered, and oversaw a wide range of programs and initiatives. Most recently, Alex was the Producer of Steppenwolf for Young Adults at Steppenwolf Theatre Company, where they produced groundbreaking work that challenged and inspired young audiences. They are currently involved in developing a national collective of theatre artists working to sustainably create  place-based work centering LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC narratives. 

 

Throughout their career, Alex has been an ardent advocate for queer youth. They have intentionally created space for this advocacy in all of their previous roles and are now dedicating their practice to this important work full-time. As an artist, Alex's work confronts the silence and stigma surrounding issues of identity, gender, mental health, ancestry, and grief. Their plays, poems, and essays have been praised for their honesty, insight, and compassion. Alex is a passionate and dedicated individual who brings a wealth of experience and expertise to YEPP. They are excited to continue their work of creating safe and brave spaces for young people to explore their identities, express themselves creatively, heal, and make a difference in the world.

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Alex@WeSayYEPP.com 
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