Learning at CYT

CYT offers weekly classes over the course of three separate sessions during the school year. Each 2-hour class runs for 9-10 weeks, and the variety of topics offered include drama, voice, dance, and specialty classes. Most of the classes are small to ensure personal attention and growth. 
 
At the end of each CYT session, students come away with improved skills in their area of emphasis and present a high-energy showcase to demonstrate to other students, family, and friends what they have learned. 
About CYT Classes

Class Information - Fall 2026

Registration opens: July 14
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: July 27
Registration Closes: August 18

Class Starts: August 10
Class Ends: October 26
No Class: September 7 and October 19

Showcase: October 26

Class Location
Church on the Rock
17N230 Manning Road
Huntley, IL 60142

Production Information - Fall 2026

The Wizard of Oz
Performance Dates: October 23-25, 2026

Audition Sign-Ups Open August 7: Sign-up instructions will be posted to the class callboard at 8am. Auditions are reserved for those students participating in our educational programming. If you are interested in auditioning for this show, please select a Kane or McHenry class HERE. 

Audition Date/Time: August 21, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: August 22, 9:30am - 2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
8/28, 8/29, 9/11, 9/12, 9/18, 9/19, 9/25*, 9/26*,
10/2, 10/3, 10/9, 10/10, 10/16, 11/17
*Rehearsal location TBD

No Rehearsal: 9/4 & 9/5

Mandatory Parent Meetings: August 29 & October 3

Move-In: 10/19
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
10/20, 10/21, 10/22
School Day Performance: 10/23

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, Rehearsal)
Church on the Rock
17N230 Manning Road
Huntley, IL 60142

Class Information - Winter 2027

Registration opens: October 6
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: October 20
Registration Closes: November 16

Class Starts: November 9
Class Ends: February 8
No Class: November 23, December 21,
December 28, January 25

Showcase: February 8

Class Location
Church on the Rock
17N230 Manning Road
Huntley, IL 60142

Production Information - Winter 2027

The Little Mermaid
January 29 - 31, 2027

Audition Sign-Ups Open October 30: Sign-up instructions will be posted to the class callboard at 8am. Auditions are reserved for those students participating in our educational programming. If you are interested in auditioning for this show, please select a Kane or McHenry class HERE.

Audition Date/Time: November 13, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: November 14, 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
11/20, 11/21, 12/4, 12/5, 12/11, 12/12*, 12/18, 12/19, 1/8, 1/9, 1/15, 1/16, 1/22, 1/23
No Rehearsal: 11/27, 11/28, 12/25, 12/26, 1/1, 1/2
*Rehearsal location TBD

Mandatory Parent Meetings: November 21 and January 9

Move-In: January 25 4:00pm-10:00pm
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
1/26, 1/27, 1/28
School Day Performance: 1/29

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, Rehearsal)
Church on the Rock
17N230 Manning Road
Huntley, IL 60142

Jenni Miller — Chapter Coordinator

kane@cytchicago.org



 
FAQs and Policies

Parent Hub

Want to see details about what families contribute to a show? Check out the Parent Hub!
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Summary of costs

This is your starting point for information related to the show, and general costs related to participating in a production. 
Summary of Costs

Auditioning for a Show

Auditions are reserved for students participating in our educational programming. Auditions are a wonderful way for students to gain self-confidence and to show the best of their talents! Are you a new or established family looking for audition information? Check out our tips and rules! 
Audition Details

Program Ads and Show Sponsorships

Like you, CYT Chicago values family and community. In fact, thousands of families attend our Broadway-style musicals every year! CYT Chicago could not reach all of the kids we do without your support. Click below find more information on how to sponsor a student or advertise in a program.
Ads and Sponsorships

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
150 Dance Jr. 8-12 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Nov 09 Feb 08
150: Dance 13-18 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Dance: Auditions and Callbacks 8-12 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Drama: Acting Essentials 13-18 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Improv Team 12-18 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Musical Theater: Beauty and the Beast 10-14 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Musical theater: Jungle Rhythm 8-12 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Musical Theater: The Greatest Show 13-18 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 09 Feb 08
Tune Town: Imagination Zone 5-7 Kane
(Winter 2027)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Nov 09 Feb 08

Refer-A-Friend

Did you attend Friends Night in your local chapter? Were you referred by a current a CYT family? If so please submit a coupon request for $25 off your first CYT class!

** Please note: Coupon cannot be applied after registration. **
Request Refer-A-Friend Coupon

CYT Car Decal

Brand new CYT Chicago Car Decals are available for purchase!

Support CYT by representing us on the back of your car! Each sticker is a pro-cut white vinyl car decal, 5" x 5" with transfer mask. Want to see a photo before you purchase? Click HERE.

To purchase, please click the button below. This item is available for purchase online or through the callboard.
Purchase Here