Producing plays, Improv, Acting Classes, and Lessons
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Here at CYT, we provide holistic and inclusive drama experiences for youth, ages 5-18. Each student who registers is guaranteed a role in a quality, full-scale stage production that includes sets, costumes, props, and more.
WEEK 1 – Mar 13, 2023 – Mar 16, 2023
WEEK 2 – Mar 20, 2023 – Mar 23, 2023
Ages 6 – 14
Interested in music, dance, and theatre? This camp provides a fun introduction to the process of putting on a performance as a team. Each week features a new set of songs from current musicals and disney films for which your child will learn music, dances, and short scenes. This week is all of your favorite disney songs! We also sprinkle in fun theatre games, scenework, and improv comedy, providing your child a holistic theatre curriculum. All things covered throughout the week will be showcased in a performance for friends and family the last day of camp!
Schedule:
Monday – Friday 9:30 – 2:00 pm
Showcase is Thursday afternoon at 1:00 pm.
Chandler Youth Theatre strives to produce both quality productions and positive theater experiences by teaching children to respect the space, respect the instructors and each other, and, most of all, to respect themselves.
Disney’s Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.
Including the now-classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.
Join Chandler Youth Theatre’s Company crew for the whimsical tale of James and his Giant Peach.
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this “masterpeach” of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
Please note some roles have been double cast:
The roles of Grasshopper and Centipede have been double cast.
GRASSHOPPER (Weekend 1): Jantzen Edgar
GRASSHOPPER (Weekend 2): Josie Poehls
CENTIPEDE (Weekend 1): Lily Anderson
CENTIPEDE (Weekend 2): CJ MorazanJ
Gather your ghost and goblins, and get in the Halloween spirit with this Halloween variety show presented by Chandler Youth Theatre’s company troupe!
Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students.
Located at Chandler Youth Theatre (ImprovMANIA) 250 S. Arizona Ave, Ste 3 Chandler, AZ 85225
Join Chandler Youth Theatre for our production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” This delightful Christmas story is a great kick off to the holidays and is sure to become a family tradition!
Thursday, December 15th 5:30 pm
Friday, December 16th, 6:30 pm
Saturday, December 17th 4:00 pm
Sunday, December 18th 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm
Located at Chandler Youth Theatre (ImprovMANIA) 250 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler 85225
The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.
Are you ready kids?!?! Follow Spongebob and friends under the sea in this funny, light hearted musical.
Thursday, January 19th 7:00 pm
Friday, January 20th 7:00 pm
Saturday, January 21st 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Sunday, January 22nd 2:00 pm
Shows at Seton High School: 1150 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!
Chandler Youth Theatre’s Company Troupe, gets to show off some roles they might never be considered for! Songs and performances from some of your favorite musicals!
Saturday February 11th – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Show at improvMANIA Comedy Club 250 South Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225
This show is full of fun surprises and is a delight for fans of Broadway musicals as well as for those new to the genre.
Friday March 3rd – 7:30 PM
Saturday March 4th – 7:30 PM
Sunday March 5th – 2:00 PM
Friday March 10th – 7:30 PM
Saturday March 11th – 7:30 PM
Sunday March 12th – 2:00 PM
Shows at Seton High School: 1150 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
There’s something strange going on at Sondheim High School. New transfer student, Norma LaBelle, is having trouble getting accustomed to the school’s unusual traditions. At any given moment, students and teachers burst into song for no apparent reason. Each time they sing, it sounds almost like a famous Broadway musical.
Rebellion is high in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the “revolting children” who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.
Friday March 31st – 7:00 PM
Saturday April 1st – 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM
Sunday April 2nd – 2:00 PM
Shows at Seton High School: 1150 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224
Packed with high-energy dance numbers and catchy songs, Matilda JR. is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be thrilled and delighted by the story of the special little girl with an extraordinary imagination.
Rock of Ages is a jukebox musical built around classic rock songs from the 1980s, especially from the famous glam metal bands of that decade. The musical features songs from Styx, Journey, Bon Jovi, Pat Benatar, Twisted Sister, Steve Perry, Poison and Europe, among other well-known rock bands.
Thursday April 20th – 7:00 PM
Show is at improvMANIA Comedy Club 250 South Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225
Saturdays 10:30a-12p
This class is a perfect introduction to musical theater for ages 5-12
*No experience necessary
*Inclusive – Everybody gets a part
*Limited Class Size
*Easy schedule
*No parent volunteer hours
*Get a Chandler Youth Theatre t-shirt
*Major costume and set pieces are provided
*Students will receive additional training in improv, acting, dance and singing
*Discount to Summer Camps and full productions
Your child will gain confidence through the skills of acting, improv, singing, dancing and working as an ensemble.
Enroll in Musical Theatre Kids Club (20 student limit)
$99/month.
Learn and perform a 45-minute version of the following productions