TPAC Youth Advisory Board
The Tulsa PAC Youth Advisory Board is a chance for high school students in grades 9–12 to get involved in the arts, no performing required. If you love theatre, music, dance or creative spaces and want to make a real impact behind the scenes, this is for you.
Youth Advisory Board members work alongside Tulsa PAC staff and the TPACT Board of Trustees to learn how a nonprofit arts organization operates, share youth perspectives and help shape programs that make the arts more accessible to the Tulsa community. It’s a space to build leadership skills, collaborate with other creative students and have your voice heard.
Applications are currently open for the 2026-2027 term.
2026-2027 APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN!
The Mission
The Youth Advisory Board of TPAC intends to create an arts community that brings awareness and accessibility about arts to the youth of Tulsa. Our goal is to empower and inspire the next generation of arts leaders, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to succeed.
The Tulsa Performing Arts Center Youth Advisory Board is guided by three core values:
Awareness.
Accessibility.
Empowerment.
About Our Youth Advisory Board
Who Can Join
Students in grades 9–12
Interested in the performing arts, arts access or community impact
No stage experience required — just curiosity and passion
What You’ll Do
Help shape the mission and goals of the Youth Advisory Board
Collaborate with Tulsa PAC leadership and staff
Support new community engagement programs
Learn how arts organizations support and strengthen their communities
Includes an optional volunteer model of 1:1:1
Total of 3 volunteer hours: 1 solo, 1 with small groups and 1 with entire board
Time Commitment
Meets once a month during the school year
6 hours of volunteer time are requested per semester
Terms typically run from August through June
Applications are currently open for the 2026-2027 term
What You’ll Gain
Leadership and teamwork experience
Insight into nonprofit and arts advocacy work
A better understanding of why arts access matters
Connections with peers who care about creativity and community
How to Apply
Applications open in July for an August start. When applications are open, students will complete a short online form with contact information and a few questions about their interest in the arts and Tulsa PAC.
Why the Youth Advisory Board Matters
Tulsa has a strong arts community, and the Youth Advisory Board exists to make sure young voices are part of its future. By investing in students now, Tulsa PAC is building lasting relationships with the next generation of arts supporters, leaders and advocates.
2025-2026 Youth Advisory Board Members
Emily Bergenroth (Secretary)
Molly Brotherton
Judah Brown (Chair)
Scottie Caswell
Hannah Chunu (Parliamentarian)
Jason Chunu
Jake Douthitt (Treasurer)
Zoey Garrett
Lulu (Lawren) Goodfox (Media Committee)
Emily Holloman (Media Committee)
Jon McKinney
Elise Phoenix (Events Committee)
Sofia Proano (Vice Chair)
Lexi Sevrinus (Events Committee)
Atalie Shaw
Jo Shaw
Isabel Swiney
Micah Tiger
Mulan Zhang
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