Youth on Stage
To help young people to learn to display confidence, creativity and leadership, while bringing imagination alive
Youth on Stage Program
Grosse Pointe Theatre’s Youth on Stage program has been an annual offering to the community since 2001. The program teaches youth, ages six to fourteen, basic acting and performance techniques through their participation in classroom sessions and in live performance under the guidance and direction of seasoned actors and directors from Grosse Pointe Theatre and guest artists. The program offers an opportunity for parents and older siblings to participate in the Youth on Stage shows by helping with sets, costumes, props, makeup and back stage crews. Grosse Pointe residency is not a requirement. Youth on Stage provides a safe, cooperative environment where boys and girls can develop a positive self-image while learning various aspects of theatre including:
- Audition Preparation
- Rehearsal Process
- Acting Techniques
- Character Analysis & Development
- Improvisational Skills
- Speech Projection and Clarity
- Mental and Physical Preparation for Roles
- Technical Aspects of Theatrical Productions
Current Youth on Stage Productions
This season’s Youth on Stage Performances are listed below.
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Parcells Auditorium
November 14 – 16, 2025
Parcells Auditorium
March 13-15, 20-22, 2026
Parcells Auditorium
November 15, 2025
Parcells Auditorium
March 2026
About the Sensory Friendly Performance Program
Sensory-friendly performances are designed to create a welcoming and comfortable arts experience for people with autism, sensory sensitivities, or other social, learning or cognitive disabilities. This performance is also perfect for young, first-time theatre goers.
For this performance we will offer:
- Advanced social narrative with pictures
- House lights will remain on
- Reduced special effects and lighting
- Reduced sound levels
- Ability to move around as needed
- Quiet space in the lobby
- Personal headphones, cushions or fidgets welcome
- Allergy-free snacks
- Visual schedule and simplified synopsis available at performance
2026 Summer Camp Programs
This year we will be offering 3 camps divided by age group.
Participants must be the minimum age by the time the camp begins.
Camps run Monday through Friday
July 6 – 10, 9 AM to 12 PM.: Children 6 to 7 yrs old
July 13 – 17, 9 AM to 3 PM: Children 8 to 10 yrs old
July 20 – 24, 9 AM to 3 PM: Children 11 to 14 yrs old
Registration opens March 1 at 10 AM.
$175
Summer Camp - Young Rising Stars: Ages 6 - 7 yrs old as of July 1, 2026
Join Youth On Stage for a week-long theater camp! Students will spend each day developing theater skills with other young actors and YOS staff. This immersive experience introduces the basics of theater while allowing students to explore their dramatic talents.
Located at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, campers will participate in theater games, improvisation, scene study, and rehearsals. The week culminates in a performance on the last day for friends and family.
Open to students ages 6 – 7 yrs old as of July 1, 2026.
Student must be 6 by the date of program start.
Last Day to Cancel for Partial Refund: Monday, June 8 by 5pm
Limit 50 Students
Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 12 PM
July 6-10
$15 Registration Fee
$325
Summer Camp - Rising Stars: Ages 8 - 10 yrs old as of July 1, 2026
Join Youth On Stage for a week-long theater camp! Students will spend each day developing theater skills with other young actors and YOS staff. This immersive experience introduces the basics of theater while allowing students to explore their dramatic talents.
Located at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, campers will participate in theater games, improvisation, scene study, and rehearsals. The week culminates in a performance on the last day for friends and family.
Younger campers must sign up for Young Rising Stars July 6 – 10.
Open to students ages 8 – 10 yrs old as of July 1, 2026
Student must be 8 by the date of program start.
Last Day to Cancel for Partial Refund: Monday, June 15 by 5pm
Limit 50 Students
Mon. - Fri. 9 AM - 3 PM
July 13 - 17
$15 Registration Fee
$325
Summer Camp - Show Stoppers: Ages 11 - 14 yrs old as of July 1, 2026
Join Youth On Stage for a week-long theater camp! Students will spend each day developing theater skills with other young actors and YOS staff. This immersive experience introduces the basics of theater while allowing students to explore their dramatic talents.
Located at Christ Church Grosse Pointe, campers will participate in theater games, improvisation, scene study, and rehearsals. The week culminates in a performance on the last day for friends and family.
Open to students ages 11 – 14 yrs old as of July 1, 2026
Student must be 11 by the date of program start.
Last Day to Cancel for Partial Refund: Monday, June 22 by 5pm