Individual Tickets
$12 per ticket
Individual Tickets for the upcoming season will be available on August 1.
Season Tickets
$45 per package
Season Ticket Packages are available from July 1 and include tickets to all five Performing
Arts shows, Center Stage, and Young People's Theatre performances.
Please note: If campus must close due to inclement weather or another unforeseen incident,
all performances will also be canceled. Email tickets@stchas.edu for all questions
regarding tickets, including exchanges and refunds for canceled performances.
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Want to try out for our next production? Email us to be added to the audition notification list. Active audition opportunities will
be listed here with a link as they become available.
Audition Information and Registration
Audition Schedule
Auditions take place twice a year, once in August and once in January. For all audition-related
questions, email performingarts@stchas.edu.
Audition Tips
- Be yourself, directors want to see you!
- Walk in with confidence and a smile.
- Warm up your voice and body before arriving.
- Know your song, don’t rely on lyrics.
- Act the story, don’t just sing it.
- Listen carefully to directions.
- Keep going if you make a mistake.
- Be kind and supportive to others.
- Wear something professional and comfortable that helps you move.
- Most importantly - have fun!
What to Bring
- Positive attitude
- Headshot and résume (optional but encouraged)
- Completed Sign-Up Genius form before entering the audition room. (This includes
a link to your karaoke track. We will play it through our speaker during your audition.)
- Completed Conflict Form
What to Expect During Auditions
- When you arrive, you’ll check in at the sign-in table
- Expect to see lots of other kids who are just as excited (and maybe a little nervous!)
as you are.
- There will be people in the room watching and cheering you on - including the directors
and staff.
- You’ll sing for about 30 seconds to show off your voice and personality.
- Then, everyone will learn a short piece of choreography together.
- The whole audition process takes about 1 hour.
What to Expect at Callbacks
- Learn a little choreography from the musical.
- Perform cuts of music from the show.
- Scene work with a partner.
Who Can Audition
- All students in grades 3–12 are welcome to audition for the mainstage productions!
- YPT Jr. shows are open to students grades 3-9.
If you have questions, contact Program Director Josiah Haan.
Support the magic of youth theatre by joining one of our Donor Circles:
Friends Circle ($25–$99)
- Monthly newsletter from Artistic Director, Josiah Haan
- Name in program
Stars Circle ($100–$250)
- All benefits above
- Invitations to Circle Events
- Early YATP class registration
Designer’s Circle ($250 & Up)
- All benefits above
- 2 complimentary tickets per show
- Personal backstage tour
Director’s Circle – Show Sponsor ($1,000)
- All benefits above
- Cast-signed show poster
- Full-page program ad
- 10 complimentary tickets
Producer’s Circle – Season Sponsor ($3,000)
- All benefits above
- Season poster signed by cast
- Thank-you celebration in your honor
How to Donate
Contact Artistic Director, Josiah Haan for details.
YPT thrives because of our amazing volunteers!
There are many ways to get involved and support the magic that happens on stage and
behind the scenes:
- Run Crew: Assist backstage during rehearsals and performances.
- Props Crew: Help gather, create, and organize props.
- Costumes Crew: Support fittings, sewing, and costume care.
- Set Crew: Paint, build, and assemble scenic pieces.
- Events Crew: Assist with parties, fundraising events, ticket sales, ushering, and help secure
donations.
There’s a place for everyone to contribute!
A Community for Everyone
YPT isn’t just a place for youth to grow it’s a place where entire families find belonging.
Many of our parent volunteers have been with us for years, some even decades. They
joined after watching their children fall in love with theatre, or when other local
programs faded away. Some were YPT performers themselves as kids, and now their own
children are on stage, continuing the tradition.
In interviews with current parent volunteers, we heard again and again how meaningful
it is to be part of the YPT community:
“It’s more than just helping out it’s about being part of something creative, something
joyful.”
“My kids are surrounded by positive role models, and I’ve made lifelong friends.”
“I never thought I’d be learning how to sew a costume or build a set now I can do
both!”
Volunteering at YPT gives parents a chance to be creative, connect with other families,
and support their kids in a truly hands-on way. From sharing meals in the lobby before
rehearsal to learning how to wield a paintbrush or organize props, it's an experience
that brings families closer.
Tips from experienced YPT parents:
-Make crock pot meals for dinner before or after rehearsal.
-Don’t be afraid to be the “new family” everyone is welcome!
-Be open to trying new things. You might discover a hidden talent (or two)!
Student Volunteers
At YPT, our student volunteers are at the heart of the magic! As youth artists, you
don’t have to stop at acting there are so many creative ways to get involved behind
the scenes. Some students discover a love for costume design, painting props, or helping
build sets. Others lend a hand backstage, making sure every performance runs smoothly.
No matter your skills or interests, there’s a place for you to shine. We love all
kinds of volunteers because every artist, builder, and helper plays a part in bringing
our stories to life.
For more information, please contact Josiah Haan.
Discover your next step on stage or behind the scenes!
Young Artist Training Program offers theatre, dance, performance, tech, and design
classes for all experience levels.
Learn More
At Young People’s Theatre, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to experience
the magic of theatre regardless of financial circumstance.
Class & Production Fees
Our program fees vary depending on the class or production:
- Class Fees: $25 – $250 per session
- Show Fee: $150-275 per production
In addition to program fees, students may need a few personal items for rehearsals
and performances. While prices vary by brand and quality, here are some average costs
to help families plan:
- Tap Shoes: $35 – $70
- Jazz Shoes: $30 – $60
- Stage Makeup Kit: $25 – $40
We encourage families to reuse or borrow items when possible, and YPT staff are happy
to provide guidance on where to find affordable options.
Scholarships & Financial Assistance
YPT is proud to offer scholarships and financial assistance to ensure that no student
is turned away due to cost. Our scholarship program is funded through generous community
support and designed to make participation accessible for all families.
If you’re interested in applying for a scholarship or learning more about financial
support, please reach out to our administrative team for details by contacting Josiah Haan.
At YPT, we are committed to making theatre an inclusive, welcoming experience where
every young artist has the chance to learn, create, and shine.
Take a look back at our incredible productions!
2025-2026 Season
- Shrek the Musical
- Annie Jr.
- White Christmas
- Charlotte's Web
2024-2025 Season
- Bright Star
- Matilda the Musical
- Golly Gee Whiz
- Anastasia
- Through the Looking Glass
2023-2024 Season
- Into the Woods
- Seussical the Musical
- YPT Jr. Broadway Revue
- Godspell
- The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
2022-2023 Season
- Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
- Footloose!
- Cinderella
2021-2022 Season
2020-2021 Season
- Tuck Everlasting
- Now. Here. This
2019-2020 Season
- Beauty and the Beast
- The Hunchback of Notre Dame
- Peter and the Starcatcher
2018-2019 Season
- Newsies
- White Christmas
- Some Enchanted Evening
2017-2018 Season
- Wizard of Oz
- The Nutcracker
- You Ain't Nothing But a Werewolf
2016-2017 Season
- The Little Mermaid
- A Christmas Story the Musical
- Lumberjacks and Weddingbelles
2015-2016 Season
- Fiddler On the Roof
- Scrooge!
- Tumbleweeds
2014-2015 Season
- Seussical the Musical
- Miracle on 34th Street
- The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
2013-2014 Season
- Shrek the Musical
- White Christmas
- The Legend of Sleeping Beauty
Meet Our Team!
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Josiah Haan - Artistic Director & Production Director/Designer
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Ryne Halstead - Technical Director & Co-Production Designer
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Abby Myers - Administrative Assistant & Production Stage Manager
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Suzanne Salmo - Music Director
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Abby Turner - Choreographer
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Hailey Smith - Scenic Charge Artist
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Haylie Gombos - Social Media & Marketing Coordinator
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Lauren Porter - Director of Fundraising & Outreach
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Sarah Skelly - Assistant Costume Designer & Coordinator
