Classes

Winter Class Registration is Open Now!

At CYT Dallas, we believe that education and training are the cornerstones of every successful performing artist. Our comprehensive programs, including Trimester Classes and Studio Classes, provide students with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to excel in acting, voice, dance, and other theatre specialities. Through intentional classes and personalized attention, we ensure each student receives the guidance and support needed to grow and thrive. Our commitment to high-quality education prepares students not only for the stage but also for a lifelong appreciation of the performing arts. Join us and build a strong foundation for your artistic journey!
Education Policies

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
TRIMESTER - Basics Bootcamp 8-12 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 5:00pm - 7:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER - Broadway Vocals 12-18 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER - Deep Dive Drama 11-15 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER - Our Gang: Paw Patrol Pals 5-8 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 5:00pm - 7:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER - Sew Savvy: Make Your Own Clothes 13-79 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 5:00pm - 7:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER - Wiggles: Down on the Farm 3-5 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 5:00pm - 6:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER ACT 1 - Broadway + K-Pop: Dance Fusion 8-12 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 5:00pm - 7:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27
TRIMESTER ACT 2 - Broadway + K-Pop: Dance Fusion 8-12 Denton County
(Winter 2026)		 The Character Factory Tue 7:00pm - 9:00pm Nov 18 Jan 27

Trimester Classes

Trimester Classes serve as the entry point for students interested in the performing arts. Held in the Fall, Winter, and Spring, these 8 week long classes offer structured instruction in various aspects of theater, providing a strong foundation. Each session culminates in a high-energy showcase to demonstrate the skills acquired to family, friends, and fellow students.
  • One-time tuition payment for the class you register for.
  • Registration opens every Fall, Winter, and Spring.
  • Students must meet the age requirement by the first day of class
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Studio Classes

Studio Classes offer an immersive and intensive training experience tailored to meet the needs of serious performers. Scheduled from August to May, these classes provide a structured environment for students seeking to elevate their skills and grow in the community.
  • Monthly tuition varies depending on the number of hours registered.
  • A $15 registration fee is applied to each class at the time of registration.
  • After you register below, a member of the Education Department will reach out with instructions for setting up your monthly tuition payment.
  • Students must meet the age requirement by the first day of class.
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A Note on Intermediate/Advanced Studio Classes

To better challenge and support our students' growth, we are excited to offer new Intermediate/Advanced Studio Class options this year. These classes are By Instructor Approval Only, meaning in order to register, a student must have been specifically recommended for this class by their teacher from last year's studio classes, or reach out to our education team to request the opportunity to audition with the instructor for the class.

Our goal is to place each student in the class that is the best fit for them—where they will truly grow and master the skills in that discipline. Allowing a student to join an Intermediate/Advanced class before they’ve built the necessary foundation would ultimately be a disservice to their development.

The first three weeks of class will serve as “placement weeks”, during which our teaching artists will continue evaluating if each student is in the best-fit level. At that time, recommendations may be made for students to move up or down a level as needed.

If you are unsure which Studio Classes to register for, please feel free to reach out to our Education Team at cassie@cytdallas.org or rebekah@cytdallas.org and we can help you find the best fit for you! 

CYT Dallas has shaped me as a person, brought me closer to the Lord, given me a family, and believed in me at a point in my life when I didn’t believe in myself. 

Lillian Bicheno, CYT Student

Trimester Classes

Our Trimester Classes offer an engaging and flexible learning experience for students every Fall, Winter, and Spring. These 8-week sessions provide a comprehensive overview of acting, singing, and dancing, ensuring a broad base of knowledge in the performing arts. Each trimester concludes with an exciting showcase, where students can demonstrate their newfound skills to family and friends.

For those interested in participating in our CYT Broadway-style musicals, enrollment in a class within the corresponding session (Fall, Winter, Spring) is required. With smaller class sizes and shorter commitments compared to our Studio Classes, Trimester Classes offer a lower-pressure environment, perfect for those seeking to explore their artistic talents. 

Trimester classes take place on Tuesday evenings for 2 hours, including a 15 minute snack break.
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Studio Classes

Our Studio Classes offer an intensive, in-depth training experience from August through May. Spanning 10 months, these classes are designed for students committed to deepening their knowledge and honing their skills in specialized areas such as Tap, Vocal Performance, Choreography and more.

Students will have two special opportunities to share their progress with family during our informal “Family Night: Inside the Studio” events, held at the end of each semester (December and May). These evenings are designed to let families step into the studio and see firsthand what their student has been learning and experiencing each week, and to provide a celebratory atmosphere for students to showcase their growth and skills.

Students enroll in a Studio class for the entire season, and participation in a Studio Class meets the class requirement for involvement in a CYT production for the entire season. This longer and larger commitment fosters a high-intensity environment where students can thrive and excel. Join our Studio Classes to immerse yourself in focused, high-quality training and take your performing arts skills to the next level.
 
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Studio Pricing Structure

Your monthly tuition payments will be automatically billed to the card on file. Tuition is due on the 1st of every month and will be processed through auto-billing. You will receive an emailed receipt promptly after your tuition is billed on the 1st. For detailed tuition rates, please refer to our rate sheet.

CYT Studio Class tuition covers the entire programming season from August 2025 to May 2026. Payment for the full season is mandatory for all students and is not based on the number of classes per month or attendance. Please note that there are no refunds for missed classes; however, we offer makeup classes in similar styles to accommodate missed sessions. However, makeup classes do not erase class absences. See our attendance policy and other class policies at CYTDallas.org/education-policies. 
 

Unlimited Family Package- $600/Month

We're excited to offer an Unlimited Family package. Take as many studio classes as you want for the entire family! 

Benefits:

  • Unlimited class hours for all enrolled students (Kids and Adults) within the family
  • Access to all Studio Classes offerings without additional costs
  • Flexible scheduling to accommodate family needs
Family Unlimited Package:
  • 3 students: $795 (savings of $195)
  • 4 students: $1,060 (savings of $460)
  • 5 students: $1,325 (savings of $725)
Questions about the Unlimited Family Package? Email Rebekah Williford, rebekah@cytdallas.org. 
Studio Schedule

Have Questions?

Don't worry, we have answers! You can send an email to our Director of Education at Cassie@cytdallas.org and we will get back to you promptly!
Classes FAQ

Inquiring about scholarships?

CYT is pleased to offer financial assistance to families who would otherwise not be able to participate in our programs.  Click below for our scholarship application.  
Scholarship Application

The Class I Want is Full!

Our CYT classes can fill up quickly and we want to make sure you're on the waiting list for the class you want. Students will be added to a class in the order in which the class waiting list form is filled out.
We highly suggest signing up for your second class choice class while you remain on the waiting list.
You will only be notified if you are being moved off of the waiting list and into the class. Please submit a form for each student wanting to be added to the waiting list.
Class Waitlist

Current Teachers:

Alicia Dockins

Alicia is excited to be returning to the classroom in such a creative and inspiring organization. CYT Dallas has become a beautiful part of her family’s life as every member has been involved in some capacity for the past three years. With a background in early childhood development and having taught in lots of different areas over the past few decades, Alicia hopes to put her experience to use to cultivate a love of the theater arts in our youngest students. She feels privileged to get to point young students to the source of our gifts and our creativity and to encourage her students to use these gifts to bring God glory.

Faith Marocco

Faith has been part of the CYT Dallas family from the very beginning. She has performed in 20 CYT shows, participated in countless CYT classes, been a CYT camp intern for many summer camps, and Craft Director for the CYT summer camp. She is so excited to share her love for musical theater and the knowledge she has learned throughout the years. Faith is a graduate from Valley Creek Leadership Academy. She has over 10 years of childcare experience and absolutely loves working, teaching, and playing with all age groups. She is so excited to be a CYT teacher!

Jacob Waymon

Jacob Waymon is a music educator, conductor and music director with a Master of Music in Conducting from Oklahoma City University and a Bachelor of Music in Education from the University of Central Arkansas. Currently serving as the Choir Director at Cobb and Griffin Middle Schools, Jacob has been a director in Frisco ISD since 2024, having previously led the choir program at Clark Middle School. A passionate music director, his work across these campuses includes serving as Music Director for productions of Elf Jr., Finding Nemo Kids and The Little Mermaid Jr. He has also served as Music Director for CYT Dallas productions of James and the Giant Peach Jr. and Aladdin Jr.

Molly McKinley

Costume Design is so much more to me than putting clothes on bodies; it is my art of storytelling. Through it I consider character and movement, mood and setting to bring concept to life, convey resonating truths, and create understanding. We can often forget about the beauty of this life - costumes remind us. We get so busy we forget to laugh - costumes stimulate us. We all want to feel alive - costumes pull at our heartstrings. There is joy to be possessed, laughter to be had, empathy to be embraced. My goal in life is to tell a meaningful story filled with Truth, time and time again. Paint and fabrics are my words. A love of humanity is my storyline. Costuming with a Purpose is my title.

Suzanne Reeves

Suzanne has been doing all aspects of theater for a long time . She's been a part of both CYT Chicago & CYT Dallas. Her experiences span TV, film, commercial, and stage. Suzanne is also a published author, sad Dallas Cowboy fan, and fruity jelly belly addict.

CYT’s Triple Threat

Each class will be infused with character development and arts training for each student. Our goal is that every student leaves our classes feeling more confident in who they were created to be as well as their performing arts skills. CYT is recognized for excellence in theater arts training. Our uniqueness, however, goes beyond our programming and instead lies in our dedication to CYT’s Character, Culture, and Craft. These three elements comprise CYT’s Triple Threat.

CYT Character

CYT believes in building character on and off the stage, and that character is rooted in CHRISTIAN values such as love, joy, peace, kindness, perseverance, and dedication. Every instruction is rooted in these values.

CYT Culture

CYT’s culture is one of inclusiveness. We welcome all and remain committed to providing a vibrant and fun atmosphere with our focus on YOUTH. With this commitment comes a promise of providing family-friendly productions that are appropriate for young audiences.

CYT Craft

CYT is committed to providing excellent training in our THEATER craft by staying informed of National VAPA (Visual and Performing Arts) standards. CYT hires qualified Teaching Artists and Artistic Teams who consistently elevate our students’ knowledge of theater arts.