All dates are tentative and subject to change!
Fall 2025
Introducing the Shining Stars!
There's something for everyone! 4 programs across grade levels K-12!
MYT is a year round educational musical theatre program for students in grades K-12. Our core staff is composed of educators who meet the needs of each student to help them grow as a performer and individual.
Our Program
MYT is a year round theater program for students in grades K-12. Our core staff is composed of educators who meet the needs of each student to help them grow as a performer and individual. We use musical theatre to teach students important life skills such as communication, teamwork, collaboration, and acceptance.
NEW for this year!
We are differentiating our Rising Star program by introducing a new company to our line up: the Shining Stars! Our Rising Stars program will now be for students in K-2, while our Shining Stars for students in grades 3-5.
Registering for MYT
Registration for fall is now open!
Y Members: Will be able to register online or on the phone.
Non-members will be able register on the phone (203) 235.6386 or at the Downtown Meriden Y (110 W Main).
You do not need to have a full YMCA membership to register. You can sign up for a "program membership" for $60/year that allows you to participate in Meriden-New Britain-Berlin Y programs throughout the year, including MYT. Click here to learn about YMCA membership prices.
At MYT, performers register and commit to the production before auditions and the posting of the cast list. Theater is a team activity and we do theater not to be the lead, but to be part of a community doing what we love. We truly beleive each role is important! After all, "it's not how big a part you get, it's how big you make your part."
If you are new to MYT, please fill out this Google Form AFTER you register with the YMCA. Click here.
Auditions
Auditions will be held before rehearsals begin. Auditions are held in groups and are a fun and positive experience. At auditions, we will call forward anyone who is interested in auditioning for a particular role and have each student sing or read the audition selections. Students sing along with the rehearsal tracks and may use a script. Audition materials will be made available online 1 week before auditions to those who have registered with the YMCA. Students will get their script at the first rehearsal.
We will have a parent meeting on audition day or the first rehearsal (TBD). The first part will be for important updates for all families. The second part will be for new families to learn about how things run at MYT. Returning families may leave after the first segment or stay for a refresher!
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be held Saturday or Sunday, depending on program at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14-16 W Main). An adult must come up to the building to pick up students who are under 13 years of age.
Students must wear sneakers and bring their script, pencil, water, and a snack to each rehearsal.
Performances
Since 2009, MYT has performed it's spring and fall productions at Edison Middle School. We are thankful for a great partnership with Meriden Public Schools and are proud to support the drama productions at all Meriden schools.
Costumes
While MYT has our own costume shop, families will need to provide certain costume pieces for their performer. Sometimes these can be found in your closet, other times you'll need to get something at a store or online. Any costume pieces provided by MYT must be returned at the end of the show. Any pieces you provide, you keep!
A costume document will be sent out 1 month before the show detailing what pieces MYT is providing and what you are responsible for providing.
Families are also responsible for providing the proper footwear as listed in the costume document. Footware varies based on the show and role. Sometimes it's as simple as sneakers, other times students will need black jazz shoes, and every once in a while someone needs ruby slippers!
Each child will need a plastic "costume tub" to organize their costume and belongings backstage.
Additional Fees/Costs
In addition to providing costume and footwear (listed above), families and friends will also need to purchase tickets to each performance.
Some families also chose to support MYT with an annual GOLD or SILVER sponsorship. We use the money from these donations to purchase snacks for the concession table and cover show expenses. As a thank you for your support, families who sponsor MYT get special perks, like early access to ticket sales and performer headshots/bios in the program.
Rising Stars: Grades K-2
Designed just for our youngest performers, this program will introduce students to the fundamentals of singing, reading music, dancing, acting, and performing. Stay tuned to hear all the great things we have planned!
Register: Today through October 4th.
Y Member: $99. Program Member: $149.
Rehearsals: Sundays Noon-2 PM at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main)
Oct 5
Oct 12
Oct 19
Oct 26
Nov 2
Nov 9
Nov 16
Dress Rehearsal at Edison:
Tuesday Nov 18, 5:30-7
Performance at Edison:
Thursday, Nov 20 at 7 PM
Shining Stars: Grades 3-5
Also open to 2nd graders who have participated in MYT before. 2nd graders may choose whether to be in the Rising or Shining Star program, but may not do both (as they rehearse at the same time).
Our shining stars will produce a 30 minute KIDS version of a musical! In addition to preparing for our production, we will also focus on singing, reading music, dance, acting, and performance skills during rehearsals.
Register: Today through September 6th.
Y Member: $149. Program Member: $199.
Auditions: Sunday, September 7th at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main).
Times TBD.
Rehearsals: Sundays noon-4 PM at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main). Call time will likely be everyone 1-4 and then certain characters from noon-1 depending on what scenes we are rehearsing that week.
Sept 14
Sept 21
Sept 28
Oct 5
Oct 12
Oct 19
Oct 26
Nov 2
Nov 9
Nov 16
Dress Rehearsals: Mandatory at Edison.
Monday, November 17th, 5:30-8
Tuesday, November 18th, 6-8
Wednesday, November 19th, 5:30-8
Performances:
Friday, November 22nd, 7 PM
Saturday, November 23, 7 PM
Junior Company: Grades 6-8
Also open to 5th graders who have participated in MYT before. 5th graders may participate in both the Shining Stars and Junior Company programs.
Our Junior Company will produce a 60 minute JR version of a musical! In addition to preparing for our production, we will also focus on singing, reading music, dance, acting, and performance skills during rehearsals.
Register: Today through September 6th
Y Member: $199. Program Member: $249.
Auditions: Saturday, September 6th at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main).
Times TBD.
Rehearsals: Saturdays 1-5 PM at MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main). Call time will likely be everyone 1-4 and then certain characters from 4-5 depending on what scenes we are rehearsing that week.
Sept 13
Sept 20
Sept 27
Oct 4
Oct 11
Oct 18
Oct 25
Nov 1 - at Edison
Nov 8 - at Edison
Nov 15 - at Edison
Nov 22
Nov 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend, there IS rehearsal)
Dec 6
Dec 13 - at Edison 9 AM - 3 PM
Dress Rehearsals: Mandatory at Edison.
Mon-Thur Dec 15-18th, 5:30-9
Performances:
Dec 19-21st (Fri 7/Sat 2/Sat 7/Sun 2)
Teen Company: Grades 9-12
Also open to 8th graders who participated in MTC's Rock of Ages. 8th graders may participate in both the Junior Company and Teen Company.
Our Teen Company will produce a full length Broadway musical! This intensive program will feature advanced choreography and vocal singing.
Register: Today through September 6th
Y Member: $199. Program Member: $249.
Auditions: Saturday, September 6th at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main).
Times TBD.
Rehearsals: Saturdays 9-1 PM at MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main). Call time will likley be everyone 9-noon and then certain characters from noon-1 depending on what scenes we are rehearsing that week.
Sept 13
Sept 20
Sept 27
Oct 4
Oct 11
Oct 18
Oct 25
Nov 1 - at Edison
Nov 8 - at Edison
Nov 15 - at Edison
Nov 22
Nov 29 (Thanksgiving Weekend, there IS rehearsal)
Dec 6
Dec 13
Dec 20
Jan 3 - at Edison 9-3
Dress Rehearsals: Mandatory at Edison.
Mon-Thur Jan 5-8th, 5:30-9
Performances:
Jan 9-11th (Fri 7/Sat 1/Sat 6/Sun 2)
Main Stage Spring 2026: Grades 1-12
Registration: Opens in the fall.
Auditions: Saturday, January 17th at the MYT Rehearsal Hall (14 W Main).
Times TBD.
Rehearsals: Saturdays 9-5. Each child will be cast in an ensemble group and rehearse for 2-4 hours on a Saturday. More details to follow.
Dress Rehearsals: April 18-24
Performances: April 24-26