CYT Chicago - Christian Youth Theater in Chicago, IL

Cast lists have been posted

for the following shows:

NW Cook County's production of "Peter Pan"

FREE CYT Audition Workshops

Hear from actual CYT directors on their tips and tricks for auditions. This is a great chance to build confidence and get your questions answered. Perfect for beginners or veterans. Also get specific ideas in the area of dance, voice and drama. As time permits, even get feedback on your audition for your fall show! What to bring: your audition song (optional) and an excitement to learn!

Aurora	Mon 9/14	7:00	Westminister Pres Church	10 N. Edgelawn Dr., Aurora
DuPage	Tues 8/25	7:00	Crossroads Community Church	1N100 Gary Avenue, Carol Stream
Kane	Tues 9/1	6:00	Larkin Avenue Baptist Church	1158 Larkin Avenue, Elgin
Kenosha	Tues 9/8	7:00	Lord of Life Lutheran Church	5601 Washington Road, Kenosha WI
Lake	TBA
McHenry	TBA
NW Cook	Tues 8/25	6:00	Christian Liberty Academy	502 W. Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights
Oak Park	Tues 9/8	7:30	Judson Baptist Church	1252 North Austin Blvd., Oak Park
Rockford	Thurs 8/20	6:30	Faith Center Church	4721 S Main St, Rockford, IL

Student Technical Crew Opportunities

CYT is looking for students 17 years old or older who are interested in learning how to run, set up, program sound and lights. Must have some technical savy/strong interest, be teachable, have reliable transportation and have a good ear for music/sound. Email Dave Hunter at if you're interested in registering for free training sessions.

CYT Award Winners

Congratulations to the Improv Olympics team from CYT Rockford who took first place in this year's competition!

Also, CYT Chicago was recognized at the 2009 National Youth Theater Awards. Congratulations to David Cramer, the winner of the Supporting Actor in a Musical award for his work in "The Wizard of Oz", and Elizabeth Argot, the winner of the Supporting Actress in a Musical award for her work in "The Wizard of Oz" !!!

2009 CYT Chicago Improv Summit
Winning Teams:		Superstar Round Participants:
1st Place: Rockford Metro 2nd Place: Dupage County 3rd Place: McHenry County Special Awards		Aurora County: Brian Barker Dupage County: Laura Thoreson Kane County: Casey McCoy McHenry County: Zachary Lawrence Rockford Metro: Sierra Goldberg Northwest Cook: Steven Hollman
Line of the Night: Zachary Lawrence Prop-Less Wonder: Cliff Martin Creative Characters: Sierra Goldberg & T.J. Hill

CYT is Hiring!

CYT is eagerly looking for people to fill positions for our next season. The main qualification is that you have a heart for CYT, the kids involved and are willing to help support the ministry of CYT. To apply for any of the below positions, please complete the employment application available from the About Us menu above, and send it and a resume to the appropriate party. Thank you!

For details on each job position, click the job title.

Marketing Leader (available in each county)
Attn: Lindsey Branson,

Marketing Intern
Attn: Lindsey Branson,

CYT on TV!

CYT's Schoolhouse Rock was featured on Thursday January 29 on WGN's (Jan 29) "Around Town" segment. Click here and view the January 26-30 segments to watch the fun!

Check out the Callboard!

TONS of information is now available from the Callboard. Keep up with the lastest class and production information right here on our website.

Winner of the 2008 Readers Choice Award for Best Live Theater

from the readers of the Northwest Herald and Kane County Chronicle!