What is CYT?

 CYT is an after school theater arts program training children in all aspects of the performing arts.
* After-school theater arts classes
* Musical theater productions
* School days performances for school field trips
* Summer camps
* Touring Groups
* Friendships

Our Mission Statement:
CYT is dedicated to developing character in children through training in the arts and by producing wholesome family entertainment, all of which reflect Judeo-Christian values.

Values & Objectives:
* Placing the maximum worth on people and treating each individual with respect and significance.
* Developing character values in individuals including commitment, discipline, self-esteem, confidence and integrity.
* Supporting the family unit through the direct involvement of each family member's talents, interests and abilities.
* Providing a quality product without compromising a wholesome environment.
* Being the highest quality role model promoting the awareness of a higher accountability.

History of CYT

Christian Youth Theater (CYT) is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 6-18. Since its founding in 1981 in San Diego, California, CYT has grown to be the largest youth theater in the nation. There are seventeen branches across the country providing training to thousands of students a year. CYT classes offer many benefits and opportunities to the young people of the community. Training in singing, dance, drama, makeup, set building, accents and dialects, stunts and special effects are just some of the topics offered in three 10-week terms each year in each area. Classes, limited to 25 students, are taught by experience theater arts people--teachers, performers and professionals. Some of our current teachers began their careers as students in CYT classes. Just as important as the teaching of theater arts skills is the positive effect that theatrical experience and performance has on the self-discipline, self-confidence and self esteem of young people. Some CYT students go on to pursue careers in entertainment, but they all gin poise, experience, self-confidence and an appreciation for the arts that only comes from participating in a stage production. CYT offers young people an opportunity to keep busy, to learn, to develop their talents, to interact with friends and to be positive members of their community.

What CYT is NOT

CYT is not a church.
CYT is not a ministry of one particular religion.
CYT is not a school.
CYT is not an exclusive theater “club.”
CYT is not a professional theater.
CYT is not for adults to perform in.
CYT is not a “for profit” business.