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 - Spring 2026

Registration opens: January 27
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: February 9
Registration Closes: March 2

Class Starts: February 23
Class Ends: April 27
No Class: N/A

Showcase: April 27

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

Production Information - Spring 2026

The SpongeBob Musical
May 7-9, 2026

Audition Sign-Ups Open February 13: 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: February 27 5:00pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: February 28 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
3/6, 3/7, 3/13, 3/14, 3/20*, 3/21, 3/27, 3/28,
4/10, 4/11, 4/17, 4/18, 4/24, 4/25, 5/1*, 5/2*

*Rehearsal Location for 3/20, 5/1, 5/2:
Immanuel Lutheran East Dundee School
5 S. Van Buren St.
East Dundee, IL 60118

Mandatory Parent Meetings: March 7 & April 18

Move-In: Sunday, May 3 2:00pm - 8:00pm
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
5/4, 5/5, 5/6
School Day Performance: 5/7

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

Class Information - Winter 2026

Registration opens: October 7
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: October 20
Registration Closes: December 8

Class Starts: December 1
Class Ends: February 16
No Class: December 22,
December 29, January 26

Showcase: February 16

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

Production Information - Winter 2026

Aladdin Jr.
January 30 - February 1, 2026

Audition Sign-Ups are Open! Check the Callboard!

Audition Sign-Ups Open November 21: 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: December 5, 5:00pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: December 6, 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
12/12, 12/13, 12/19, 12/20, 1/2, 1/3,
1/9, 1/10, 1/16, 1/17, 1/23, 1/24

Mandatory Parent Meetings: December 13 and January 17

Move-In: January 26 4:00pm-10:00pm
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
1/27, 1/28, 1/29
School Day Performance: 1/30

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

Jenni Miller — Chapter Coordinator

kane@cytchicago.org



 
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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 13-18 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 23 Apr 27
150 Voice 13-18 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Improv Team 12-18 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Musical Theater: Frog and Toad 8-12 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Musical Theater: In the Big Blue World 8-12 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Musical Theater: Once Upon a December 13-18 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Musical Theater: Singin' in the Rain 10-14 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Radio Drama 13-18 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 23 Apr 27
Tune Town: The Wild West 5-7 Kane
(Spring 2026)		 Church on The Rock, Huntley Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 23 Apr 27

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