The Animation Project (TAP) Animated Storytelling Group

The Animation Project (TAP) is a nonprofit therapy, education, and workforce development program that uses digital arts as a therapeutic and career tool. In an Animated Storytelling Group, young people work as a team to produce an original computer-animated video: exploring professional 2D animation software, story development and production, and new education and career options, then celebrating with a public screening. No animation experience is needed.

Cost: free (tickets are $0).

Fall 2026 (Cycle 1), Wednesdays and Fridays, 12 sessions (no sessions Nov 25 and 27):

• Ages 18–24: October 28 – December 11, 1:30–3:00 pm
• Ages 15–17: November 4 – December 18, 4:00–5:30 pm

Eligibility:

• Ages 15–24 and an NYC resident
• Must commit to the whole cycle, twice a week, and attend the first session after registering (or the spot goes to the waitlist)

How to apply: reserve a free ticket on the registration page before your group’s first session. Spots are limited; if it’s sold out, join the waitlist. If you can’t attend after registering, email [email protected]. See TAP’s full program schedule for other groups.