Youth Theatre

Calling All Budding Actors & Actresses!

Has your child been bit by the acting bug? Do they wonder how people can "act" like that on the stage, TV or in the movies? Why not let them experience the thrill of opening night and the adrenaline of walking on the stage for the first time and bringing down the house. Check out the productions below, along with our very own acting lessons, and come watch your child shine, and bring the family! The J has three unique programs for children based on age and talent.

Youth Theatre is now available for online registration! Simply click the link under the program of your choice and it will take you to our online registration system!

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

Theatre Kochavim
K - 2nd grade

Jack and the Beanstalk

Whether your little one is shy or wants to be the center of attention this is the perfect start to your child’s adventure into the world of theatre, music and dance. Rehearsal times shift to 2:30 - 4:30 pm in March and there will be two short evening rehearsals on 3/27 & 3/29. No audition is required.

Rehearsals:
Sun
1/29 - 3/25
Fox
Kindergarten: 2:00 - 3:25 pm
1st & 2nd grade: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
$150m/$175p
Register online

Performance: Sun 4/1, 3:30 pm, Staenberg Family Complex

Theatre Chaverim
3rd - 5th grade

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Adapted from the Roald Dahl classic, this musical is a candy-tastic blast! Join Charlie, Grandpa Joe and the delightfully crazy Willy Wonka in a world of pure imagination! No previous experience is needed, and all who audition are cast. No preparation is needed for auditions; however please call ahead to schedule a time slot. There will be a few weekday rehearsals closer to the performance. Discounts and scholarships are available. Fifth graders also have the option to audition for Hairspray.

Auditions: Sun 1/22
Rehearsals: Sun 1/29 - 5/13
Fox
2:00 - 5:00 pm
$235m/$265p
Register online

Performances:
Thu 5/17, 7:00 pm, Staenberg Family Complex
Sun 5/20, 3:30 pm, Staenberg Family Complex

Teen Theatre
5th - 8th grade

Hairspray

This Rock & Roll, Broadway and Hollywood hit is coming to the J. Auditions are necessary, however no preparation is needed and all who audition are cast. Please call ahead to schedule a time slot. There will be a few weekday rehearsals closer to the performance. Discounts and scholarships are available. No previous experience is needed. Fifth graders also have the option to audition for Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.

Auditions: Sun 1/22
Rehearsals: Sun 1/29 - 4/15
Fox
2:00 - 5:00 pm
$235m/$265p
Register online

Performances:
Wed 4/18, 7:00 pm, Staenberg Family Complex
Sun 4/22, 3:30 pm, Staenberg Family Complex

Contact John Wolbers, 314-442-3239 for all things Youth Theatre.

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