Winter Break Camps
Each Winter, Spring, and Summer, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers a variety of one and two week-long camp experiences for children ages 5–13.
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A Holiday Family Tradition |*Ideal for Ages Up to 8
Opens Nov. 23 |In the Pritztker Family Studio Theatre @ Chicago Children's Theatre, 100 S. Racine
Public Performances |Saturdays & Sundays @ 9:30am & 11:30am
School Schools |Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays @ 10am & 12pm
Run Time |60 minutes
Four adorable Beatrix Potter favorites come to life in this mesmerizing, interactive trunk and puppet show, complete with original music. Storytellers weave Potter’s classic narration with gentle interactive moments, recruiting young watchers to join the adventure. After the show, head to the lobby to play with the puppets, take pictures with the cast, and join fellow Chicago families for a communal holiday party featuring a festive spread of holiday treats! Our stories this year are The Tale of Tom Kitten, The Tailor of Gloucester, The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher and The Tale of Peter Rabbit.
Fall 2024 Classes
Runs Sep 23 - Dec 18, 2024
Join us this Fall and explore our 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. Financial Aid is available!
Mark your calendars for Chicago Children’s Theatre’s P.O.P. Gala (11/15/24 at the City Winery). Better yet, secure your sponsorship level or purchase your tickets today. Space is limited, fun-to-be-had, recognition and perks included.
P.O.P. (Power of Play) Gala for Chicago Children’s Theatre 2024
Walkie Talkies
Walkie Talkies are fun, totally original audio experiences families can listen to together while exploring different Chicago neighborhoods. Each episode was commissioned by Chicago Children’s Theatre and created by a different local theater artist, resulting in a fun and educational new audio series that children and families can enjoy together while learning more about the …
Education Programs
Winter/Spring Classes
Chicago Children’s Theatre offers a wide selection of unique weekly classes for children of all ages and experience levels.
School’s Out Day Camps
During CPS non-attendance days for students, Chicago Children’s Theatre offers affordable, high energy day camps for children grades K-5.
Show Time Ensemble
Show Time Ensemble is a selective program for students in Grades 6-8 looking to take their performance skills to the next level. Ensemble members will learn advanced acting techniques before…
CCTv: Virtual Theatre & Learning
CCTv is the YouTube Channel that we launched during the Covid-19 pandemic to help us stay connected with our audience and community during this strange time.
Our Community
Since our formation in 2004, Chicago Children’s Theatre has served more than half-a-million students and families with innovative productions, classes, and camps, including groundbreaking programming for children on the autism…
Education Programs Overview
Our Education Vision The Education Department of Chicago Children’s Theatre aims to empower the next generation of performers, innovators, and collaborators. Through theatre education, we not only foster students’ artistic…
The Red Kite Project
The Red Kite Project at Chicago Children’s Theatre is a series of unique and innovative programs for youth on the autism spectrum and their families, as well as initiatives and…