Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Experience Award-Winning Theater for Young Audiences
Children's Theatre (CTC) stands as the nation's largest and most acclaimed theater for young people, serving multigenerational audiences through transformative theatrical experiences. Founded in 1975, we have produced over 200 new works and received three Tony nominations, including a regional theater award for excellence. Our mission combines world-class productions with accessible education programs, reaching 250,000 people annually through student matinees, training programs, and community engagement initiatives.We maintain rigorous safety standards for youth participants and prioritize inclusivity through our ACT One platform, which ensures representation across audiences, staff, and programming. With a focus on classic adaptations and innovative new works, we create spaces where curiosity, empathy, and imagination thrive.
Services
Theatrical Productions
Acting Classes
Summer Camps
Field Trips
Event Rentals
Youth Workshops
Sensory-Friendly Performances
ASL Interpreted Shows
School Residencies
Script Licensing
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We are the nation's largest theater for young audiences with 50+ years of artistic excellence
- Our Tony Award-winning productions combine innovative storytelling with professional artistry
- We offer comprehensive theater education programs for ages 2-18 with sequential skill development
- Our ACT One initiative ensures diversity and inclusion across all programming and audiences
- We maintain the highest child safety standards for all educational and performance activities
What people say
Exceptional child-focused theater
Engaging educational programs
Inclusive performances
Professional productions
Creative adaptations
Services
Theatrical Productions
Professional stage productions adapted from children's literature and original works for family audiences. Features include Broadway-quality performances, innovative puppetry, and multilingual productions. Shows incorporate educational themes while meeting strict child safety standards.
Acting Classes
Year-round acting instruction for ages 2-18 through our Theatre Arts Training program. Curriculum develops performance skills, voice projection, and movement techniques. Classes emphasize creative expression while maintaining inclusive learning environments for all abilities.
Summer Camps
Week-long theater immersion programs combining performance training with creative play. Camps build confidence and collaboration skills through age-appropriate activities. Professional staff ensure safe, supervised environments for artistic development.
School Field Trips
Curriculum-aligned theater experiences for Pre-K through 12th grade students. Includes pre-show workshops and post-performance discussions. Programs meet state arts education standards while making live theater accessible to diverse student populations.
Access Programs
Specialized performances with American Sign Language interpretation, audio description, and sensory-friendly adaptations. Ensures theater accessibility for patrons with disabilities through trained staff and modified environments while maintaining artistic integrity.
People
Ryan French
Managing Director
Oversees organizational operations with a commitment to child safety and community engagement. Leads strategic initiatives ensuring high artistic standards while maintaining accessible programming for diverse audiences.
Dean Holt
Actor/Choreographer
Award-winning performer and director with extensive experience in family theater. Brings creative expertise to productions while mentoring young artists through educational programs and workshops.
Emily Lim
Director
Innovative theater director known for imaginative adaptations and puppetry design. Contributes artistic vision to productions while ensuring educational value for young audiences and families.
Questions
What age groups are CTC productions designed for?
Most shows accommodate ages 3-18 with specific recommendations for each production. Family-friendly content warnings help parents decide appropriateness for younger children.
Do you offer educational programs for schools?
We provide field trips, classroom residencies, and curriculum-aligned workshops for Pre-K through 12th grade students throughout the academic year.
Are performances accessible for patrons with disabilities?
We offer ASL interpretation, audio description, and sensory-friendly adaptations for select performances with trained staff and accessible facilities.
Can I purchase tickets online?
Tickets are available through our website with real-time seat selection. Box office hours vary by season for phone and in-person purchases.
What safety measures are in place for youth programs?
We maintain strict child protection policies including background checks, supervised environments, and mandatory reporting procedures across all educational activities.
Do you offer group discounts?
Group pricing is available for parties of 10+ through our box office. School groups receive special rates and educational materials with performances.
