MISSION STATEMENT

The Orlando Youth Theatre is dedicated to developing the creative talents of young people in Central Florida through educational programs and quality productions. The Orlando Youth Theatre was established in 1998 to provide a quality theatrical educational program for young performers in Central Florida. In just over a year, OYT developed Orlando Kids on Stage! with performances for Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Greater Orlando Chamber of Commerce and the Orlando Magic; the Orlando Youth Theatre with performances at the Orlando International Fringe Festival, the Florida Theatre Conference. OYT’s Academy offers classes in musical theatre and summer camps.

MEMBERSHIPS

The Orlando Youth Theatre is a member of the following organizations:

The American Association of Theatre Educators

South Eastern Theatre Conference

National Youth Theatre Alliance

Florida Theatre Conference

Central Florida Performing Arts Alliance

SUMMER TOURS

Busch Gardens/New York (1999)

Dollywood/Biltmore House (2000)

Baltimore Jazz Festival/New York (2001)

New York (2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 and 2006)

SPECIAL EVENTS

Annual Trips to New York City

Silent Auction Fundraisers

OYT Tony AwardsDinner Theatres

Regards to Broadway Dinner Theatre

Tony Awards Dinner Theatre

Workshops with Broadway Actors/Choreographers

Junior Theatre Festival