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 9

Class Starts: March 2
Class Ends: May 4
No Class: N/A

Showcase: May 4

Class Location
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2821 N Bell School Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

Production Information - Spring 2026

Shrek
May 14-17, 2026

Audition Sign-Ups Open February 20: 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 Rockford class HERE.

Audition Date/Time: March 6 5:30pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: March 7 9:00am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
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, 5/8, 5/9

Mandatory Parent Meetings: March 14 and April 25

Move-In: Sunday, May 10
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required): 
5/11, 5/12, 5/13

School Day Performance: May 14

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, and Rehearsals)
Westminster Presbyterian Church
2821 N Bell School Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

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 23
No Class: December 22, December 29, February 9

Showcase: February 23

Class Location
Westminster Church
2821 N Bell School Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

Production Information - Winter 2026

Great American Tall Tales
February 12-15, 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 Rockford class HERE.

Audition Date/Time: December 5, 5:30pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: December 6, 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
12/12, 12/13, 12/19, 12/20, 1/9, 1/10,
1/16, 1/17, 1/23, 1/24, 1/30, 1/31, 2/6, 2/7

Mandatory Parent Meetings: December 13 and January 24

Move-In: February 8
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required): 
2/9, 2/10, 2/11

School Day Performance: February 12

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, and Rehearsals)
Westminster Church
2821 N Bell School Rd.
Rockford, IL 61107

Class Coordinator - Marissa Mehalko

rockfordclasses@cytchicago.org




 
FAQs and Policies

Laura Kenrick - Production Coordinator

rockford@cytchicago.org
November 20-23

November 20-23

Hononegah High School PAC

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May 14-17

May 14-17

Hononegah High School PAC

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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 Camps:

Camp: Age: Chapter: Location: Start: End:
Broadway Stars Juniors, Rockford 5-6 Rockford Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Aug 03 Aug 07
Broadway Stars, Rockford 7-12 Rockford Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Aug 03 Aug 07
Magical Musical Movies Juniors, Rockford 5-6 Rockford Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Jul 13 Jul 17
Magical Musical Movies, Rockford 7-12 Rockford Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Jul 13 Jul 17
The Point - Act I 12-14 All-Area Judson University, Elgin Jun 23 Jun 26
The Point- Act II 14-18 All-Area Judson University, Elgin Jul 13 Jul 17

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
150 Dance 13-18 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Mar 02 May 04
150 Dance Jr. 8-12 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Mar 02 May 04
150 Voice 13-18 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Mar 02 May 04
Conquering Auditions and Callbacks 13-18 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Mar 02 May 04
Dramatic Voice and Diction 10-14 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Mar 02 May 04
Improv Team 12-18 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Mar 02 May 04
Musical Theater: Hakuna Matata 8-12 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Mar 02 May 04
Musical Theater: Mary Poppins 8-12 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Mar 02 May 04
Tune Town: The Wild West 5-7 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Mar 02 May 04
Voice: Sister Act 10-14 Rockford
(Spring 2026)		 Westminster Presbyterian Church, Rockford Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Mar 02 May 04

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