Transformative Theatre for Tots to Teens
What is the Young People’s Theatre of Chicago?
In residence at Lincoln Park’s historic Greenhouse Theater Center, and led by experienced children’s theatre director Randy White, YPT is a professional theatre that engages children of all ages and economic backgrounds by offering extraordinary theatrical experiences.
YPT is focused on partnering with community organizations, parents, educators, and local business leaders to provide thrilling and transformative theatre experiences for children from Lincoln Park and surrounding neighborhoods.
These community partners will make it possible for local children of all ages - from toddlers to teenagers - to experience and participate in a wide range of transofrmative theatre experiences.
Peabody New Play Workshop
Fall, 2021
YPT’s inaugural production of Mo Willems’ Knuffle Bunny!
December 2021
“Will your kids be entertained? The answers (spoiler alert!) is ‘YES’ - judged by the happy vocal reactions of the kids at the matinee I attended! A solid debut!”
— Chicago Reader
“Vivacious…the design is a delight…packs a big punch. If you have a little one in your life, be sure to bring them to see this fun, funny musical. This first production of The Young People’s Theatre of Chicago is a sign of good things to come.”
— splashmags