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About Chicago Children's Theatre in Chicago, IL

Since its founding in 2005, Chicago Children’s Theatre has committed to creating world-class theatre for children and families. The company has earned critical acclaim for its innovative writing, directing, and performing, as well as its high-quality design and production expertise. In 2017, the theatre received the National Theatre Award from the American Theatre Wing, creators of the Tony Awards, making it the first theater for young audiences in the nation to receive such an honor. The theatre also produces The Red Kite Project, a multi-sensory interactive theatre program tailored to the needs of children on the autism spectrum.

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Experiences

What kind of kids we support

  • Coed
  • Toddlers
  • Preschool
  • Kids
  • Tweens

Amenities

  • Handicap accessible
  • Internet Access
  • Dancing Studio
  • Music Studio

Programs at Chicago Children's Theatre in Chicago, IL

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In Person Camps

Every Winter, Spring, and Summer, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers a variety of 1 and 2-week camps for children ages 5-13. Students will learn the basics of acting, songwriting, scenic and prop design, choreography, and collaborative story development as they work together to create dynamic performances for friends and family.

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CPS School’s Out Day Camps

During Chicago Public School non-attendance days for students, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers high-energy day camps for children in Grades 1-5. Throughout the day, students will rotate through a series of acting, music, movement, and design classes for a comprehensive view into the world of a theatre artist. Past classes have included: songwriting, scene devising, clowning, animation, circus, puppet design, improv, yoga, prop making, and much more. Each day of camp is entirely different than the last!

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In Person Classes

At Chicago Children’s Theatre, we offer a wide selection of unique weekly classes for theatre novices, accomplished performers, and everyone in-between. Led by experienced and enthusiastic teaching artists, our classes help students gain confidence, develop their artistic voices, and build lasting friendships.

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Location and contact information

100 S Racine, Chicago, IL, 60607