Summer Youth Theatre Junior cast performing 101 Dalmations KIDS 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
SMYT Jungle Book KIDS Cast A 2022 courtesy of Sean Schult
SMYT Jungle Book KIDS Cast A 2022 courtesy of Sean Schult
Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre Junior cast performing 101 Dalmations KIDS 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Jungle Book KIDS SMYT 2022 Junior Cast B courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre Senior cast performing Shrek JR 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre Senior cast performing Shrek JR 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre Cast performing School House Rock 2018 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre staff and crew 101 Dalmations KIDS 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult
Summer Youth Theatre Junior cast performing 101 Dalmations KIDS 2017 Into the Woods JR SMYT 2022 Senior Cast courtesy of Sean Schult

2024 Summer Youth Theatre Sponsor

Junior Cast (ages 6-11)

Senior Cast (ages 12-18)

Summer Youth Theatre

Is your young star ready for the stage? It all begins here.

South Milwaukee Youth Theatre (SMYT) is an introductory musical theatre program that teaches students about acting, singing, dancing, technical theatre and more. Students build confidence, make friends and have fun! Our team of theatre education professionals creates a safe, respectful and collaborative environment where students develop life skills like teamwork, perseverance, kindness and responsibility. For students aged 6-18.

Registration
Limited-capacity open enrollment begins online in spring. Students who register before the program reaches capacity will secure a spot to audition, or a spot on our tech crew. All auditionees will receive a part. Program details, including a complete rehearsal schedule, are posted annually online.

Tech Crew Program
The SMYT Technical Crew Program is designed for students aged 14-18 who want to learn new things and make friends, but who may not be interested in acting. Working alongside the Tech Director and SMYT Staff, Tech Crew students learn how to use tools, build the set, paint backdrops, rig set pieces, acquire props, work as stage hands and run basic sound and lighting for shows. The schedule differs slightly from the acting schedule, but there is some overlap. Crew generally meets weekdays from noon-4pm starting mid-June through the end of July. We’re as flexible as possible working around students' schedules.

Actor Auditions
Students may be asked to read, sing or participate in a movement or dance exercise. They will be asked to listen to instructions, speak loudly, enjoy the audition and keep an open mind about which part they are cast. Not everyone can be the lead! Typically, beginners receive chorus parts and more experienced students may receive speaking roles. All cast and crew are important!

Rehearsals
Rehearsals are generally Monday through Thursday evenings starting in mid-June, and they for 5-6 weeks leading up to the performances. All rehearsals and performances take place at the theatre unless otherwise noted. Parents should park in the NW lot and use door #9. All cast and crew are expected to attend all rehearsals and performances unless they have an excused absence approved by the director. Preliminary schedules will be available no later than March 1.

Shows
The Junior Cast (6-11 year-olds) perform for the general public mid July. The Senior Cast (12-18 year-olds) perform on the last weekend in July.

Fundraisers
To build team spirit and provide extra funds for costumes and set, we organize a few fundraisers each summer.

Sign up below to receive monthly emails and stay on top of registration postings. We update this page annually by March 1.

Volunteer student interns helping out with the Junior Summer Youth Theatre cast

Summer Youth Theatre Junior Cast performing 101 Dalmations photo courtesy of Sean Schult

SMYT Senior Cast 2022 Into the Woods JR courtesy of Sean Schult

SMYT Senior Cast 2022 Into the Woods JR courtesy of Sean Schult

 

“SMPAC has taught me more about leadership, teamwork and patience than I ever could learn in a classroom.”

— Annie, South Milwaukee Youth Theatre participant

 

Scholarship Information 

At South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center, we provide scholarship opportunities for students who because of financial limitations are unable to participate in our performing arts programs. SMPAC's scholarship opportunities come in the form of full and partial scholarships to our Summer Youth Theatre program. A limited amount of scholarships are available each year to those who meet the requirements. All information is confidential and brought before a SMPAC committee. No child is turned away from our program because of their inability to pay. Email our director Rachel Sorce (rsorce@sdsm.k12.wi.us) to inquire.