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What is CYT?

CYT was founded in 1981 in San Diego, California by Paul and Sheryl Russell who also founded Christian Community Theater (CCT) for actors of all ages. Since 1981, CYT has grown to be the nation’s largest children’s theater organization with programs in thirteen states. Every session more than 12,000 kids participate in classes and over 100,000 community members attend their performances.

Because CYT does not own facilities, the organization rents space in the local community, utilizing...(read more)

Mission

CYT is dedicated to developing character in children and adults through training in the arts and by producing wholesome family entertainment which reflects Judeo-Christian values.

Values and Objectives

• Placing the maximum worth on people and treating each individual with  respect and significance.

• Developing character values in individuals including commitment, discipline, self esteem, confidence and integrity.

• Supporting the family unit through the direct involvement of each family member’s talents, interests and abilities.

• Providing a quality product without compromising a wholesome environment.

• Being a godly role model promoting the awareness of a higher accountability.

Vision

• CYT will be recognized as the best youth arts program in the nation.

• To make the arts as accessible to children as sports or scouting programs throughout the entire country.

• To build a CYT Performing Arts Center to serve as a national center for excellence in children’s theater, serving as a training ground for future generations in the performing arts.