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. 

Class Information - Fall 2024

Registration opens: July 16
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: July 29
Registration Closes: September 10

Class Starts: August 26
Class Ends: November 4
No Class: September 2

Showcase: November 4

Class Location
First Baptist of Machesney Park
718 Harlem Road
Machesney Park, IL 61115

Production Information - Spring 2024

Junie B. Jones
November 15-17, 2024


Our show is cast!

For performance information and to purchase tickets,
go to 
June B. Jones

Audition Sign-Ups Open September 6: 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: September 20 5:30pm 
Callback Date/Time: September 21 10:00am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates
9/27, 9/28, 10/4, 10/5, 10/11, 10/12, 10/18, 10/19,
10/25, 10/26, 11/1, 11/2, 11/8, 11/9

Mandatory Parent Meetings: September 28 and October 26

Move-In: 11/10
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
11/11, 11/12, 11/13
School Day Performance: 11/14

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, Rehearsal)
First Baptist of Machesney Park
718 Harlem Road
Machesney Park, IL 61115

Class Information - Winter 2025

Registration opens: October 8
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: October 22
Registration Closes: December 10

Class Starts: December 2
Class Ends: March 3
No Class: December 23, December 30,
February 3, February 24

Showcase: March 3

Class Location
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park
718 Harlem Road
Machesney Park, IL 61115

Production Information - Winter 2025

Seussical
February 6-9, 2025

Audition Sign-Ups Open November 22:
 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 6 5:30pm
Callback Date/Time: December 7 10:00am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
12/13, 12/14, 12/20, 12/21, 1/3, 1/4,
1/10, 1/11, 1/17, 1/18, 1/24, 1/25, 1/31, 2/1, 

Mandatory Parent Meetings: December 14 and January 18

Move-In: February 2
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required)
2/3, 2/4, 2/5

School Day Performance: February 6

Location (Auditions, Callbacks, and Rehearsals)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park
718 Harlem Road
Machesney Park, IL 61115

Lora Negrete — Class Coordinator

Amanda Berkman - Production Coordinator

Parent Hub

Want to see details about what families contribute to a show? Check out the 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. 

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! 

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.

Current Camps:

Camp: Age: Chapter: Location: Start: End:

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
150 Dance 13-18 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Dec 02 Mar 03
150 Voice 13-18 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Dance: Tap/Jazz/Musical Theater Combo 10-14 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Drama: Fairytale Throwdown 8-12 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Improv Team 12-18 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Musical Theater: How Far I'll Go 8-12 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Musical Theater: The Greats 12-18 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Dec 02 Mar 03
Tune Town: Lions, Tigers, and Bears...Oh my! 5-7 Rockford
(Winter 2025)
First Baptist Church of Machesney Park Mon 4:45pm - 6:45pm Dec 02 Mar 03

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. **

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.