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 3

Class Starts: Tuesday, February 24
Class Ends: April 28
No Class: N/A

Showcase: April 28

Class Location
Hope Covenant Church
451 Ackman Road
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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 9

Class Starts: December 2
Class Ends: February 17
No Class: December 23, December 30, January 27

Showcase: February 17

Class Location
Hope Covenant Church
451 Ackman Road
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
 

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

Vicky Lewis - Class Coordinator

mchenryclasses@cytchicago.org



 
FAQs and Policies

Jenni Miller — Production Coordinator

kane@cytchicago.org
November 20-22

November 20-22

Willow Creek Crystal Lake

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January 30-February 1

January 30-February 1

The Hemmens Cultural Center

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May 7-9

May 7-9

Willow Creek Crystal Lake

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Parent Hub

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

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 Camps:

Camp: Age: Chapter: Location: Start: End:
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp Juniors, Crystal Lake 5-6 McHenry Prince of Peace, Crystal Lake Jul 07 Jul 11
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp Juniors, Dundee Township 5-6 Kane Fox Valley Church Jul 21 Jul 25
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp Juniors, Libertyville 5-6 Lake The Chapel Libertyville Jul 28 Aug 01
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp, Crystal Lake 7-12 McHenry Hope Church, Crystal Lake Jun 16 Jun 20
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp, Crystal Lake 7-12 McHenry Prince of Peace, Crystal Lake Jul 07 Jul 11
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp, Dundee Township 7-12 Kane Fox Valley Church Jul 21 Jul 25
Broadway Bound: A Musical Theater Day Camp, Libertyville 7-12 Lake The Chapel Libertyville Jul 28 Aug 01
The Point - High School Overnight Camp! 14-18 All-Area Judson University, Elgin Jul 07 Jul 11
The Point - Middle School Overnight Camp! 12-14 All-Area Judson University, Elgin Jun 24 Jun 27

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
Improv Pathways 12-18 McHenry
(Spring 2026)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 24 Apr 28
Improv Team 12-18 McHenry
(Spring 2026)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 24 Apr 28
Musical Theater & Latin Dance: We Don't Talk About Bruno 8-13 McHenry
(Spring 2026)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 24 Apr 28
Once Upon a Song: Disney Solos and Duets 8-13 McHenry
(Spring 2026)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 24 Apr 28
Tune Town: The Wild West 5-7 McHenry
(Spring 2026)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 24 Apr 28

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