Immerse yourself in 'My Beatnik Youth,' a captivating solo play infused with music, crafted by the talented writer and performer, Justin Elizabeth Sayre. Join Jay on a poignant journey as he grapples with the allure of Kerouac's 'Wild Ones,' navigating the turbulent waters of jazz, mental health struggles, and the open road. After a series of reckless escapades leave him bruised and facing legal consequences, Jay finds himself confined to a mental ward, forced to confront the demons that pushed him to the edge. Through a month-long introspective journey, our charismatic narrator confronts the raw pain that nearly consumed him, ultimately discovering a path to redemption and self-discovery.