San Diego Children's Youth Theatre

The Blue Rose Theatre Project was founded to give youth a fun and safe place to encourage their sense of self, and to give them the tools they need to communicate effectively throughout their lives.

California Youth Conservatory (CYC) Website: http://www.cyctheatre.com/ Locations: (see below) Single/Multiple Casts: Single Parent Volunteering: TBD

CYC Theatre pioneered the trend-setting model of pairing aspiring young performers with seasoned professional performers who serve as mentors for the student performers. This mentor-based training model has served CYC’s students very well as many of them have gone on to professional careers at very young ages. In its 11 short years of programming, CYC has already sent three of its ‘native sons’ to Broadway, and is celebrating the third CYC alumnus to appear on “American Idol.”  CYC is a San Diego and Santee kids theatre company.

CYC CVREC (Carmel Valley Rec Center) 3777 Townsgate Dr. San Diego, 92130

CYC KMREC (Kearney Mesa Rec Center) 3170 Armstrong St, San Diego, CA 92111

CYC TIERRA (Tierrasanta Rec Center) 11220 Clairemont Mesa Dr. San Diego 92124

CYC SANTEE (CYC’s Facility) 8711 N. Magnolia Dr, Suite 200, Santee 92017

Center Stage Children’s Theater Website: http://www.centerstagechildrenstheater.org/ Location: 4070 Jackdaw Street, San Diego, CA 92103 Single/Multiple Casts: Single Parent Volunteering: Required Tuition: Yes Ages: 2nd-8th Grade performers;  3rd-12th Grade Crew

Center Stage Children’s Theatre is rooted in the basic principles and core values that helped shape Pacific Children’s Theater (PCT), founded by Graham Russo in 2005 and which thrived for 9 years. After working along side Graham for six of those years, Rosy Dawn Selwitz has continued that spirit through her own non-profit children’s theater, CSCT. In January of 2015, Center Stage Children’s Theatre successfully achieved non-profit status. Applying the foundational principles that PCT was built on, Center Stage Children’s Theater continues to bring high quality performing arts education to children who might not otherwise get the opportunity to experience the arts. Our philosophy sets us apart from other children’s theatre groups – we believe that we can use the performing arts to teach life skills to children. We are guided by the following core values: Personal Best, Teamwork, and Performing Arts.​  Center Stage Children’s Theater is a San Diego kids theater company.

Center Stage Productions Website: http://www.centerstagesd.com/ Location: 335 E Pennsylvania Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 Single/Multiple Casts: Multiple Parent Volunteering: Optional (volunteer or pay a little more to opt out) Tuition: Yes Ages: Generally 7-18

Center Stage Productions (CSP) is a non-profit youth theater company providing a wide range of classes and production opportunities for kids to express themselves creatively in a fun and professional stage environment. Our growing dance program encompasses classes for kids two through adult including: ballet, tap, hip hop and musical theater dance.  Center Stage Productions is an Escondido kids theatre company.

Christian Youth Theater (CYT) is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4 – 18. Since its founding in 1981 in San Diego California, CYT has grown to be the largest youth theater in the nation. There are affiliates across the country training thousands of students a year. CYT is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization funded primarily through its tuition, ticket sales and outside contributions.  CYT is a San Diego area kids theatre company.

South County Sweetwater Community Church, 5305 Sweetwater Rd, Bonita, CA 91902

San Diego East County San Diego Performing Arts Center, 4579 Mission Gorge Place, San Diego, CA 92120

San Diego Central Correia Middle School, 4302 Valeta St. San Diego, CA 92107

North County Inland Rancho Bernardo Community Presbyterian Church, 17010 Pomerado Rd, San Diego, CA 92128

Tri City Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding St, Carlsbad, CA 92010

North County Coastal Horizon Prep, 6233 El Apajo Road, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

The mission of KIDS THEATRE NETWORK is to develop each student’s talents, creativity, individuality, and artistic expression through the craft of musical theatre, vocal, dramatic, and dance performance. The teaching atmosphere at KIDS THEATRE NETWORK is inspiring, encouraging, positive, and disciplined.  KTN is a Rancho Penasquitos & Rancho Bernardo kids theater company.

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MET2 Website: http://www.met2.org Location: Poway Single/Multiple Casts: Multiple Parent Volunteering: Mandatory Tuition: Yes Metropolitan Educational Theatre Network (MET2) is a non-profit educational organization committed to providing young people with the unique opportunity to be active participants in the dramatic process as actors, singers, and dancers. The program is distinct from adult theatre in motivation, presentation, and interpretation. It grows out of a desire to delight and instruct in beneficial ways that strive to enhance a child’s view of self and his or her ability to relate effectively to others. The instruction is based on a thorough understanding of the child’s mind, emotions, and the mastery of techniques which seek to give each student positive and unforgettable experiences.

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Mini Theatre Troupe (MTT) Website: http://www.minitheatretroupe.com Location: (multiple – see below) Single/Multiple Casts: TBD Parent Volunteering: Optional ​Your child can learn by leaps and bounds if given the opportunity. Theatre can build their self esteem, teach teamwork, and develop their creativity. At MTT, kids are taught what it means to act. They get singing lessons, acting improv games, and lots of theatrical dances to memorize. Everyone gets lines as we reassign lines in the script to make sure that every role is important. Everyone sings and dances in everyone’s songs.  Everyone is on stage at least 80% of the show.

Poway Twin Peaks Middle School’s Little Theatre 14640 Tierra Bonita Rd.​ Poway, CA 92064

4S Ranch ICL Academy 10720 Thornmint Rd., San Diego, CA 92127

Rancho Penasquitos Academy of Dance Arts 13185 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA 92129

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Patio Playhouse Website: http://www.patioplayhouse.com/ Location: 116 S Kalmia St, Escondido, CA 92025 Single/Multiple Casts:  Both Parent Volunteering: Optional Tuition: NONE

Patio Playhouse was incorporated in November of 1967 to establish a theatre group for theatrical arts education and presentation. For over four decades, we’ve been building a community of playgoers and participants by providing affordable, quality entertainment and opportunities for people to take part in the production of award-winning shows. We provide a venue where people from school age to seniors can participate in live drama, learn new skills, and enrich the quality of life in the community. Our Youtheatre introduces live theatre to school children by providing school performances. We want to keep participation affordable and open to all in the community so, unlike some other theatres, we don’t require audition or performance fees. We have no salaried employees. All aspects of productions and theatrical management are performed by volunteers.  Patio Playhouse is an Escondido kids theatre company.

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Pickwick Players Website: http://www.pickwickplayers.net/ Location: 9490 Cuyamaca Street, Santee, CA 92071 Single/Multiple Casts:  Usually single casts Parent Volunteering: Optional Tuition: NONE

Formed in 2010, Pickwick Players brings affordable, high quality Community Theater productions and classes to communities in the San Diego area. Pickwick Players is an educational theatre utilizing both adults and children with varying degrees of knowledge and experience. Participation in our productions is always free. Participants will gain knowledge in all aspects of the theatrical process including, stage terminology, character analysis, backstage training, vocal development, historical relevance, and personal responsibility. In addition, we offer affordable classes in the areas of acting, dance, and voice taught by qualified and experienced artists in a professional setting.  Pickwick Players is a Santee adult & kids theatre company.

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STAR Repertory Theatre Website: http://www.starrepertorytheatre.com/ Location: 329 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025 Single/Multiple Casts: Multiple Parent Volunteering: Optional Tuition: Yes (plus mandatory ticket sales)

STAR’s mission is to teach, develop, create, promote, and present compelling and impassioned works that bridge communities through entertaining artistry. STAR’s specific goal is to ensure that the child actors have fun while learning and performing, while the adult actors achieve the height of excellence!  STAR Repertory Theatre is an Escondido adult & kids theater company.

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The 413 Project Website: https://www.the413project.org Location: Escondido, CA Single/Multiple Casts: Single Parent Volunteering: TBD Ages: TBD Tuition: TBD

The 413 project is a non-for-profit theater group established circa 2013, in beautiful San Diego County, California. We are a group of people who love the stage and the comraderie it brings. Our group is composed of all ages and backgrounds, and seeks to provide a organization where friendships can be made, and stories can be told. All of our actors and production staff are volunteers who donate their professional time and talents out of a love for the theater ,and the joy that it brings to the community. Whether onstage or off, we welcome you as a actor, donor or volunteer. Our number one goal is always to provide a place and appreciation for everyone who joins our “theater family.”

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Theatre West Website: http://www.san-marcos.net/play/community-theatre Location: 3 Civic Center Dr, San Marcos, CA 92069 Single/Multiple Casts: Both Parent Volunteering: None Tuition: Yes

The main goal of San Marcos Theatre West is to provide youth the opportunity for an onstage experience in the performing arts. However, we recognize that as a “learning” theatre program, there are additional benefits for our participants beyond acquiring the fundamentals of the stage: growth in confidence, self-esteem and self-discipline, creation of a whole-family experience for the cast, and encouragement of creativity and artistic expression. Theatre West currently produces four or five shows per year. Theatre West is a San Marcos kids theater company.

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Young Actors’ Theatre Website: http://www.yatsandiego.org Location: 9620 Campo Rd., Spring Valley, CA 91977 Single/Multiple Casts: Multiple Parent Volunteering: TBD Ages: 6-26 Tuition: Yes

To provide a life-changing theatrical experience in a positive environment. Established in 2002, it has been over fourteen years since Young Actors’ Theatre was founded as a non-profit organization. Since that time, we have produced nearly 70 different productions serving over 1,000 students throughout San Diego. We have produced musicals all over San Diego County including Sherwood Auditorium in La Jolla, Lyceum Theatre, Kroc Theatre and Cuyamaca Theater at Cuyamaca College. In 2008, we acquired our own theater and since have been able to produce the majority of our productions there. With support from our community, patrons and donors, our company has grown tremendously, allowing us to provide life-changing theater experiences for hundreds of youth and students ages 6 – 26.

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