CYT Portland is excited to announce we will be continuing our classes at Northwest Christian Church - Tigard Campus! Classes will be offered Mondays and Thursdays.

The Enchantment of Theater is coming to you this Fall! Join us for a term of zany fun and whimsical fantasy as CYT classes explore singing, acting and dancing through some of your favorite fantasy stories. Fun will be had, friends will be made and imaginations will soar. Don't miss out! Students enrolled in classes are eligible to audition for our productions of Beauty and the Beast and Annie Kids. It will be a term to remember!

*Please note that Monday classes begin 9/11/2023 due to Labor Day.

CYT Portland offers classes over the course of three sessions during the school year: Fall, Winter, and Spring. Weekly classes last for two hours and run for ten consecutive weeks. A variety of classes are offered in drama, voice, dance, and specialty classes that vary per session. Most of the classes are small to insure personal attention and growth.

There is something for everyone ages 4-18. As our students sing, dance and act they will also work on the “Find Your Character” elements of CYT. This focuses on developing and growing positive character within our students with themes such as endurance and joy. We seek to create a positive environment where every student’s unique personality is embraced and accepted.

At the end of a CYT session, students will come away with improved skills in the area of emphasis. During the last week of class, a high-energy showcase is presented by each class to demonstrate to other students, family, and friends what they have learned.

Enrolled students, ages 8 – 18, have the opportunity to audition for a CYT Broadway-style musical! Younger students may serve as ushers at CYT shows, and students ages 12 and up may work on a backstage crew.

Classes may include but are not limited to:

• Wiggles (Ages 4-5)
• Our Gang (Ages 6-7) 
• Dance/Movement
• Drama 
• Voice
• Musical Theater I & II
• Auditions and Callbacks 
• Comedy and Improv 
• Technical Theater; such as Makeup, Set Design, etc.
• Stunts and Combat.

Classes are held once a week for two hours and run for ten consecutive weeks. During the tenth class week, a showcase is presented in which each class performs a brief prepared presentation, showcasing what they have learned over the session. Every CYT student participates in the Class Showcase!