PULSE: A Third-Space for Teens
Sunday, February 1, 2026
PULSE (Playing, Uniting, Learning, Supporting, Experiencing) is a third-space concept designed specifically for college and high-school–aged youth within the arts community.
PULSE will have 3 hours of weekly “studio time” with structured activity such as script reading, workshops, and mentorship programs, followed by unstructured affinity spaces and open talkback time. This space exists without a commitment to a final performance, unlike many spaces in the youth theatre world.
Every Sunday from 1-4pm, show up at Union Arts Center’s Box Office and a member of the PULSE team will be there to help you find our space! It’s always a good idea to show up 10 minutes early, and bring a water bottle, a notebook, and clothes you can move comfortably in. If you arrive late, there will be information on how to find us, and how to contact the session lead in the Box Office. This space is here to serve all members of our community, so join us however you can, whenever you can! Our sessions are FREE, with no registration required!
Upcoming PULSE Events:
Sunday, February 1, 2026: Welcome to the PULSE of UAC Mixer.
Sunday, February 8, 2026: Movement Workshop based on the methods of Jerzy Grotowski. Facilitated by Ella Newborn and Em Majewski.
Sunday, February 15, 2026: Play reading.
Sunday, Feb 22, 2026: Affinity Space: Celebrating Black Theatre Artists.
Sunday, March 1, 2026: Post-Audition Self Care Workshop.
Sunday, March 8, 2026: Play reading.
Sunday, March 15, 2026: Panel of Femme Theatre Professionals.
Sunday, March 22, 2026: Playwriting Workshop: Facilitated by Nneoma Anamelechi.
Sunday, March 29, 2026: College Apps Q&A: Talk about the BFA/BA application process with college students.
Hours
REGULAR OPERATING HOURS
In-Person, Phones, and Email:
12:00pm – 6:00pm, Tuesday – Friday
The Box Office is closed on weekends, except during showtime operations, and for the following company holidays:
New Year’s Day
Martin Luther King Day
President’s Day
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Indigenous People’s Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve
When a holiday falls on a weekend, the Federal or State observed day will be recognized by Union Arts Center.
*Please note that during busy times calls may be sent directly to voicemail. Please leave a message with your request so that a representative can respond promptly.
ADDITIONAL SHOWTIME OPERATING HOURS
In-Person:
For performances, the Box Office will be open one (1) hour before curtain time for Will Call and Sales for that day’s event(s). Staff is usually not available by phone or email during this time.
All other times, please contact the box office at [email protected] or leave a voicemail at 206.292.7676.