McHenry Chapter

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 - Winter 2025

Registration opens: October 8
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: October 22
Registration Closes: November 20

Class Starts: November 12
Class Ends: February 11
No Class: November 26, December 24,
December 31, January 28

Showcase: February 11

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

Production Information - Winter 2025

Shrek the Musical
January 31-February 1, 2024

Our show is cast!

For performance information and to purchase tickets,
go to Shrek the Musical

Audition Sign-Ups Open November 1: 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: November 15 5:30pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: November 16 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
11/22, 11/23, 12/6, 12/7, 12/13, 12/14, 12/20, 12/21,
1/3, 1/4, 1/10, 1/11, 1/17, 1/18, 1/24, 1/25

Mandatory Parent Meetings: November 23 and January 11

Move-In: January 27 4:00pm-10:00pm
Tech Week Rehearsal Dates (Cast Attendance Required):
1/28, 1/29, 1/30
School Day Performance: 1/31

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

Class Information - Spring 2025

Registration opens: January 21
Register HERE!

Early Bird Expires: February 3
Registration Closes: February 26

Class Starts: Tuesday, February 18

Class dates: 
Week 1: 2/18
Week 2: 2/25 – Classes at the Cary Office
Week 3: 3/4
Week 4: 3/11
Week 5: 3/18
3/25 – Spring Break
Week 6: 4/1 – Classes at the Cary Office
Week 7: 4/8
Week 8: 4/15
Week 9: 4/22
Week 10: 4/29 

Showcase: April 29

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

Production Information - Spring 2025

Seussical the Musical
May 9-10, 2025

Audition Sign-Ups Open February 14: 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 28 5:00pm-9:00pm
Callback Date/Time: March 1 9:30am-2:00pm

Rehearsal Dates:
3/7, 3/8, 3/14, 3/15, 3/21, 3/22,
4/4, 4/5, 4/11, 4/12, 4/25, 4/26, 5/2, 5/3

Mandatory Parent Meetings: March 8 & April 12

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

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

Alexia Kierzyk - Class Coordinator

mchenryclasses@cytchicago.org



 
FAQs and Policies

Jenni Miller — Production Coordinator

kane@cytchicago.org
October 25-26

October 25-26

The Hemmens Cultural Center

More Info
January 31-February 1

January 31-February 1

The Hemmens Cultural Center

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May 9-10

May 9-10

Willow Creek Crystal Lake

More Info

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:

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
Drama: Alice in Wonderland 8-12 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Improv Team 12-18 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Musical Theater: Charlie Brown 8-12 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Musical Theater: When you Believe 8-12 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Musical Theater: Zero to Hero 10-14 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Radio Drama 12-18 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Feb 18 Apr 29
Tune Town: Rock Band 5-7 McHenry
(Spring 2025)		 Hope Covenant Church, Crystal Lake Tue 4:45pm - 6:45pm Feb 18 Apr 29

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