California Art for Kids Guide

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  Museum of Children's Arts

  Oakland

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  Schedule a field trip with MOCHA for an enriching art experience! Your class or community group will participate in an engaging art lesson led by a professional teaching artist. Each lesson is 1.5 hours long (grades K-12) 1 hour long (Pre-K), and includes an educational presentation and a hands-on art lesson. Our studios can accommodate up to 30 students K-12, or 25 students Pre-K. For groups larger than 30 students, a second reservation may be required and groups may be staggered. Save time and money on transportation by having a MOCHA teaching artist come to you for an in-school art lesson. MOCHA Field Trips are a great way to compliment the school year. We have a diverse array of art lessons planned, though we do want to highlight that we can provide an art lesson based on what you are doing in your classroom. Arts integration into classroom curriculum is what MOCHA excels at. We have Professional Teaching Artists that can find a way to incorporate an art lesson into any subject that is being studied in the classroom. MOCHA Field Trips are not just for children. We frequently have middle school and high school students participate as well. Days & Times Monday - Friday 9:00 - 10:30am 11:00am - 12:30pm 1:00 - 2:30pm Price At MOCHA $175 per group of 30 students $200 for a custom art lesson At Your School $225 for MOCHA to come to you $250 for a custom art lesson Contact MOCHA (510.987.8556) to check availability and schedule a field trip at least 2 weeks in advance. A 50% deposit is required to book. All remaining balances are due on or before the day of your field trip. MOCHA accepts cash, personal checks, and all major credit cards. Art Lessons All of our lessons are developmentally appropriate and based on the California Visual Arts Standards. Choose a lesson from our list below and a MOCHA teaching artist will discuss how to adapt projects to your curriculum goals. Art of the Mask Observe mask designs from around the world. Using papers, oil pastel or paint and collage materials, students create colorful masks that teach the elements of shape, pattern and symmetry. Dreamtime Animals An introduction to the art of the Aboriginal peoples of Australia and the meaning and stories behind their stylized artworks. Using paints and oil pastels students create their own dreamtime animals that inspire stories. Clay Exploration The history of pottery is discussed as students learn about what clay is and where it comes from. A hands-on lesson where students learn various techniques including the ancient method of pinch pots and coil pots.They will also learn how to shape three-dimensional figures and incorporate them into sculptures. Color Theory Students will use primary colors to mix secondary colors and create a color wheel. Then they get a chance to paint pictures using their own personally created paint palettes. Faith Ringgold Quilt Collage Students will first take a look at the work of Faith Ringgold and discuss what is important to them and why they are thankful for their families, friends and communities. Next, they will draw and paint a mini scene that captures an important memory. Lastly, they will collage an elaborate border using mixed media paper and fabric. Portraiture Artists like Frida Kahlo, Vincent Van Gogh and Henry Matisse are viewed as students discuss what makes a portrait and then learn how to use proportion to create colorful and whimsical pictures of themselves or any other abstract faces they can come up with. Monoprinting After discussing printmaking and how it has evolved today, a brief lesson on the horizon line is followed by students creating one of a kind landscape prints while also mixing colors on their print plates. Recycled Sculpture Reduce, Reuse, Recycle! Students learn about taking one person's trash and turning it into their own personal treasures. They discover how to construct sculptures or architectural structures out of recycled materials. Sumi-e Brush Painting Students learn about the history and art of brush painting. Practice several painting techniques and create an Asian-type scroll in the traditional Sumi style. Preschool Art & Literature Field Trips Students will explore art through literature by hearing a story then exploring hands on art stations related to the book. Activities will include painting, drawing, clay sculpture, color mixing, clay and collage. Choose from the book selection below: It's Okay To Be Different- Todd Parr Mouse Paint- Ellen Stoll Walsh From Head To Toe- Eric Carle The ABC Book- Dr. Seuss Contact registrar@mocha.org 510.987.8556 510.465.8770 ext. 100 (less) ... Read more

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  Xpressivearts Arts Center

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  Arts center for children and adults. Offering art camp, birthday parties, scout programs, painting and much more.

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  Los Angeles Ballet Academy

  Encino

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  Inspiring dancers for over 25 years under the direction of award-winning Artistic Director Andrea Paris-Gutierrez, Los Angeles Ballet Academy offers ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, and conditioning classes (yoga, Pliates, Progressing Ballet Technique) for students age 3 through Adult. Special Boys Program offers free weekly all-boys classes with a male instructor to accepted boys at four levels. LABA, with its five beautifully appointed studios with sprung floors, is located in the heart of Encino on Ventura Boulevard; Hayvenhurst is the closest major cross-street. COMING UP: -Special drop-in Summer Intersession classes (June 18 - July 7) designed for beginners and experienced dancers to try out different dance styles and/or stay fit. -Dancers 8+ through Advanced, can audition for our 4-week Summer Intensive (July 8 -August 3) in person on Sunday, April 29 @ 10am, by appointment or video. Accepted dancers can choose to attend 1, 2, 3 or 4 weeks. -2018-19 classes begin August 13; registration opens in July. (less) ... Read more

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  YMCA of San Francisco

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  The Y of San Francisco is a charitable organization dedicated to the betterment of people in spirit, mind and body. We offer wellness and learning for all, from infants to seniors.

Music

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  Amplify Sleep Away Camp For Girls

  Ojai

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  Amplify Sleep Away Camp is an overnight creative arts summer camp for girls ages 10 - 16, located in Ojai, California, less than 2 hours northeast of Los Angeles in the gorgeous Topatopa Mountains. Girls from all over the world attend. We are proud to be listed on GRL MAG as one of the top 10 sleep away camps for girls in the US. Amplify Sleep Away Camp offers six different creative art tracks each week: Rock Band, Music Production and Engineering, Film Making and Photography, Coding, Journalism and Creative Writing, and DJ. These tracks will be your campers concentration for the week. We highly encourage our campers to stay over multiple weeks. They can choose to stick with their concentration all weeks enrolled or choose new tracks each week. The majority of our kids stay with us for at least 2 weeks. Each day the campers also have 2 elective blocks where they choose from over 10 fun activities such as: swimming, film making, hiking, arts and crafts, and more. Fun weekend trips included in cost of camp such as : Surf lessons and beach day, Magic Mountain Theme Park, Hurricane Harbor Water Park and more. Camp runs Sunday - Saturday. Transportation to and from LAX Airport provided for campers coming from around the globe. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY | ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED (less) ... Read more

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  GRAMMY Museum at L.A. LIVE

  Los Angeles

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  One of LA's Top Music Attractions!

     Music is power. And at the GRAMMY Museum you can experience that power first-hand through four floors of exciting interactive exhibits in vibrant downtown Los Angeles. On the fourth floor our touch-screen Crossroads table allows you to explore over 160 genres of music. On the third floor, you can pretend you're a rock star in our Roland Live corner. And on the second floor you'll find our latest special exhibit, along with our Clive Davis Theater, where both Taylor Swift and Ringo Starr have performed, plus many others. Want to feel the power of music? Come pay us a visit.

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  Music Rhapsody

  Redondo Beach

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  Children's Music Classes!

     At Music Rhapsody, we believe that music should be an integral part of life, and that everybody has the ability to acquire and retain music as a lifelong companion. As such, we provide programs that offer seamless continuity - from birth through all ages of adulthood.

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  Vibo Music School

  San Bruno

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  Join us at Camp Allegro, a one-week or two-week summer music camp offering an unparalleled creative experience for aspiring young musicians ages 6 and up! Campers explore the joy of playing music through fun classes, rehearsals and performance all within a fun and supportive environment. Beginners and intermediate level students alike benefit from a summer session at Camp Allegro.

Theater

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  Bay Area Children's Theatre

  Oakland

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  Bay Area Children's Theatre Performance-Based Theatre Classes

     The Bay Area Children's Theatre is the largest non-profit theatre for young audiences in the San Francisco Bay Area, serving 68,000 children and adults through its Main-Stage programs and theatre classes. Our performance-based classes give children special opportunities and experiences that can build their self-confidence, impart self-reliance, and prepare them for success in the adult world ahead. They learn that they can stand up in front of a group and give a speech or sing a song. They gain the skill to speak up and sing out. And, just as in the world of sports, they participate in defining and achieving goals as a member of a well-trained, well-prepared team. We emphasize teamwork and a focus on the ensemble in all our programs, for that is precisely what actors must do to win hearts and minds on stage. Our teachers challenge students to achieve their very best, based on their abilities. They set high and achievable standards for behavior and performance, and they always make classes fun! When kids are having fun they are happy and engaged. We build upon this base of fun and engagement to impart exciting new skills, encourage creativity, and help students learn and appreciate the art and craft of theatre. Finally, we communicate regularly with you through email, class handouts, and web updates to keep you up informed about the schedule, your student's progress, major milestones for each class, and ways that you can help! For more information, please contact us at: classes@bactheatre.org (less) ... Read more

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  Camp Pillsbury

  Owatonna

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  Camp Pillsbury is an exciting, safe, fun, coed overnight summer camp for kids ages 6-17.

     It is a unique sleep over camp in Minnesota that provides over 100 activities to choose from. No matter what each child's interests are, they are certain to find activities that not only fascinate them, but help build their character, self-esteem and confidence. Camp Pillsbury offers its campers the chance to fly on the trapeze, participate in musical theater, team sports (such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball), learn magic tricks, go horseback riding, tumble, dance, and play an instrument - all in the same day! Because each camper chooses the activities they participate in, they are spending their day with campers who share the same interests, helping form stronger bonds with new friends. The programs and classes we offer put an emphasis on activities that today's kids gravitate to. Camp Pillsbury offers Circus Arts, Rock Band, Musical Theater, Dance, Fine Arts and Crafts, Technology/Digital Arts & Multimedia, Team Sports, Individual Sports, Magic, Water Sports, Extreme Sports, Horseback Riding, Orchestra, Woodworking, Vocal Ensembles, Cheer, Gymnastics, Role Playing Games, Archery, Weightlifting, and much more. Our fully elective program allows campers to select all of their favorite activities and to also try new ones within our established daily schedule. Campers have the opportunity to develop existing skills and explore new interests. Every program and activity is open to all age groups and all skill levels where we meet each child's individual needs and respect their individuality. Our day is comprised of 6 one hour periods; three Majors and three Minors. Majors are taken at the same time each day with the same staff and campers and is an activity that each camper has chosen to learn more about, get better at and be in the end of session show or exhibition. Campers choose three Minors each day that they can try once or repeat as often as they like. This allows campers plenty of opportunity to try new activities they have never been exposed to before. Campers thrive, building on existing interests and developing new ones. They flourish and excel in the areas they become passionate about and self-confidence soars. They become better singers, dancers, actors, athletes, artists, musicians and even students. Camp Pillsbury is helping kids from all over the world be successful through programs led by experts in a unique camp environment. Our campers learn from the best to be the best. They also form friendships that last a lifetime. Campers sleep in dorms and will be provided with great food, fun and friends throughout the summer. (less) ... Read more

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  Circus Center

  San Francisco

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  Bay Area Circus Camps Ages 7-13

     CIRCUS CENTER SUMMER CAMPS AGES 7-13 JUNE 4 - AUGUST 24 Four incredible options to choose from! Discovery Camp, Aerial Camp, Flying Camp, & Acrobatics Camp. Aftercare available. REGISTER NOW! CALL 415-759-8123 GO TO CIRCUSCENTER.ORG/CAMP FOR MORE INFO

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  Llama Llama Red Pajama, the Musical

  Oakland

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  Llama Llama Red Pajama, the Musical Performs in Berkeley, Sunnyvale, and San Francisco

     It's been a big first day of school, and Llama's happy to be home and wearing his favorite red pajamas. After his bedtime story, Mama Llama tucks him in and pops downstairs. Llama's toys try to help him relax, but he's too wiggly. He needs a drink of water. But where did Mama Llama go? Why isn't she coming? Our original, world-premiere musical will have everyone doing the Bedtime Dance! Recommended for ages 3 and up Based on the books by Anna Dewdney Book, Music and Lyrics by Austin Zumbro Directed by Marty Johnson Running time: 1 hour, no intermission Special Berkeley Offer 1:30pm & 4pm ($22 - $26) 10:30am ($26 - $30)

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  Pirate's Dinner Adventure

  Buena Park

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  WORLD'S MOST UNIQUE & INTERACTIVE DINNER SHOW

     Two-hour live performance featuring an astonishing display of special-effects wizardry, aerial artistry, swashbuckling swordplay and dynamic duels. Four-course feast fit for a pirate king includes Preshow Appetizers, Vegetable Soup or Fresh Garden Salad, Roasted Half Chicken or BBQ Beef Kabobs, Buttery Mashed Potatoes or Caribbean Rice and Fudge Brownie a la mode. Vegetarian and kids meals are available. The meal also includes unlimited soft drinks and complimentary coffee. More than 150 guests have the chance to play an actual role in each show. Conveniently located off the 5 and 91 freeways in the heart of the Buena Park Entertainment Zone just 10 minutes away from the Disneyland Resort and 15 minutes from John Wayne Airport with domestic/international service. Complimentary on-site bus, car and handicapped parking. Fully-enclosed, air-conditioned venue offers two full bars, gift and photo souvenir shops. Received Certificate of Excellence by Trip Advisor (December 2013). Guests from all over the world are accommodated by a multilingual staff with exceptional customer service. Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California (less) ... Read more

  $34.84 For Adults and $21.84 For Children at Pirates Dinner Adventure

  Come Live the Pirate's Life at Pirate's Dinner Adventure California and SAVE! Call (866) 439-2469 and mention code "USFAM19" at time of purchase. Reservations required. Tax and applicable fe…

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  Santa Monica Playhouse

  Santa Monica

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  "An afternoon of theatre magic in which audience participation and brotherly love pave the way for another happy yuletide season!" raves LA Splash Magazine. It's the timeless Rudie-DeCarlo musical comedy ALL ABOUT SANTA. Complete with perky elves, zany inventors, toy soldiers and porcelain dolls, audiences boo the villain, cheer the heroine, and help to save the day in this delightful holiday event, perfect for the whole family! Three weeks only - Saturdays at 2pm, Sundays at 12:30, December 2 through 17, 2017. (less) ... Read more

  Family Discount

  Get $1.50 off each ticket (gen. adm. $12.50 per child; $15 per adult) to the critically acclaimed Family Theatre Rudie-DeCarlo Musicals for Kids 2 to 102. Santa Monica Playhouse Family Theat…

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  The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage

  Santa Monica

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  Family Series The Broad Stage wants your family to experience the magic of the arts! The Family Series features dynamic and interactive performances by world-class artists who you won't see anywhere else. These unique programs will ignite your family's creativity as you imagine, sing, and dance along with pre-show activities and performances of theatre, music, and dance. Carnegie Hall's Musical Explorers Ages 4+ Saturday, February 27, 2016 11AM & 1PM Pre-show activities begin 1 hour prior to performance Bring the whole family to experience the international sounds of LA with this special music program. From Americana ballads to the music of Greece to Yiddish folk tunes, you and your children will learn songs and explore the musical cultures from around the world that live right in our own backyard. The Box Brothers All Ages Saturday, April 16, 2016, 11AM & 1PM Pre-show activities begin 1 hour prior to performance Once upon a time there were four brothers who set out on a quest for happiness - the start of an exciting musical journey. From the Netherlands-based ensemble Percossa, the Box Brothers use found objects and wooden boxes to turn Japanese percussion, African rhythms, jazz, and funk music into an energetic, acrobatic, comic musical adventure for all ages. Carnival of the Animals A Production by Circa and QPAC's Out of the Box Festival All Ages Thursday - Saturday, April 28-30, 7:30PM Sunday, May 1, 11AM Pre-show activities begin 1 hour prior to performance The Circus is coming to town with a whimsical new tale of creatures that tumble, fly, leap, and spin! An acrobatic wonder of bodies, light, and sound, Australia's award-winning Circa brings us a spellbinding performance for a whole new generation of circus, music, and animal lovers. This gorgeous cirque styled performance features the classical music of Saint-Saëns. (less) ... Read more

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  The Second City Hollywood

  Los Angeles

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  SUMMER COMEDY CAMPS (Ages 6-18) Spend part of your summer at The Second City in our improv and comedy writing camps. Campers exercise their sense of play through improv games and exercises that are the foundation of The Second City's unique brand of comedy. Our teachers will work with these young improvisers to help enhance their ability to communicate with others and develop confidence in their own creativity while working as part of an ensemble. Our summer comedy camps attract students from all over the world to learn improv, make friends, and perform on our stage! No previous experience is needed. Camps end with a show where the students show off what they've learned! Early drop off available. You can drop your student off as early as 8:30am free of charge. 15% off the second child in the same camp. Depending on which camp your child is in, the tuition ranges from $225-$395 for a 1-Week Camp and is $800 for our 2-Week Camp. The longer the camp the most subjects covered, please check the website for specific info. (less) ... Read more

  20% OFF Comedy Camp Discount for The Second City Hollywood

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  Youth Musical Theater Company

  Berkeley

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  Youth Musical Theater Company is dedicated to providing exceptional training to young theater artists through the production of exceptional musical theater. We bring together the Bay Area's most talented and dedicated young singer/actors - as well as students of technical theater - (7th grade through University level) - with professional directors, designers, and musicians. We create theater that takes on challenging and sophisticated musical and dramatic themes, and that is always accompanied by a full, live orchestra.