Youth Theatre

Calling All Budding Actors & Actresses!

Ever wonder what it’s like to perform in front of an audience? Want to learn the process of character development? Theatre builds self-confidence, presentation skills and promotes art and culture collaboration, all while having fun!

For more information, questions or concerns, please contact Cindy Lewis, Youth Theatre Coordinator, 314-442-3239.
We hope to see you in the spotlight!

Theatre Kochavim
K - 2nd grade

Show to be announced later this summer

When it comes to ‘putting on a show,’ does your child seem like a natural? Does she or he ever wonder what it’s like to perform in front of an audience? Participants in this program will receive an introduction to theatre and the stage, including a mixture of speech, song and dance. Theatre Kochavim is both a fun and educational experience for early elementary actors. No audition is required. Rehearsal times shift to 2:30-4:30pm for the entire cast beginning on November 3 or sooner. Rehearsals will shift to SFC closer to the performance date.

Rehearsals:
Sunday
9/1 - 11/17
Fox
2:00 - 3:25 pm (K)
3:30 - 5:00 pm (1st-2nd)

Performances take place at SFC:
Thursday, November 21 at 7:00pm
Sunday, November 24 at 3:30pm

$150m/$175p
Register online

Theatre Chaverim
3rd - 5th grade

The Little Mermaid
Adapted by Matt Thompson
Music by Thomas Hodges

A brand new adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale. The Little Mermaid is a show about sacrifice, friendship, love and the ultimate "fish out of water." Coral is a curious mermaid who longs to live on land but must get past the trickery of the Sea Witch to achieve her dream. With the help of her friends and King Neptune's triton, she is able to follow her heart.

Performances:
Thursday, May 9 at 7:00pm
Sunday, May 12 at 3:30pm

Fall Season:

Capture the Moon
Based on the folk tales of Chelm

No previous experience is needed, and all who audition are cast. Please call ahead to reserve a time slot. There will be a few weekday rehearsals the week prior to the performance. Discounts and scholarships are available.

Auditions:
Sunday, August 25
1:00 - 5:00pm
Fox

Rehearsals:
Sun
9/8 - 12/15
Fox
2:00 - 5:00pm

Performances take place at SFC:
Thursday, December 19 at 7:00pm
Sunday, December 22 at 3:30pm

$235m/$265p
Register online

Teen Theatre
6th - 9th grade

Romeo & Juliet

Auditions:
Sunday, August 25
1:00 - 5:00pm
Fox

Rehearsals:
Sun
9/8 - 12/1
2:00 - 5:00pm

Performances take place at SFC:
Thursday, December 5 at 7:00pm
Sunday, December 8 at 3:30pm

$235m/$265p
Register online

Technical Theatre Volunteers
10th - 12th grade

Explore all the facets of theatre with this technical theatre opportunity! Learn how to:

run projections
build a set
make props
help with costumes
run a light board
all other backstage areas at a live performance

We need your help with productions of Goin' Buggy, The Little Mermaid and Guys and Dolls. Get first-hand experience with local theatre professionals and receive community service hours (if applicable). Looks great on a resume! Volunteer times and dates can be finalized on an individual basis and some rehearsals and performances will be required. You must be at least 16 years old to volunteer.

Contact: Mindy Goldfarb, 314-442-3164

Youth Theatre program supported in part by generous donations from:
Michael & Noémi Neidorff; and the David S. Millstone Arts Foundation