If you are looking to answer the question “Where can I find a youth theater near me?”, then we have you covered with this guide. We have listed some amazing theater performing arts groups in Macomb, Oakland and Wayne counties. Whether your child is an experienced theater performer or just trying it out for the first time, you can find the perfect place for your child to to shine below.
Featured Theatre Group: Dream Arts Co. Detroit
Dream Arts Co. firmly believes the arts have the power to transform lives. It’s our goal to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can find friendship, conversation, enrichment, and entertainment.
DACO is dedicated to providing cultural enrichment, engaging entertainment, and creative arts management training. DACO strives to build a safe space for budding performers and instill a love of performing arts in children and adults through quality education, training, and performance experiences.
Dream Arts Co. employs professional directors, choreographers, and designers who work with children and young adults to produce musicals, choral ensembles, a resident theatre ensemble, school residencies, and various performing arts workshops and camps throughout the year.
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- Featured Theatre Group: Dream Arts Co. Detroit
- Youth Theater Near Me in Macomb County
- Find a Youth Theater Program in Oakland County
- Dream Arts Company – Birmingham, MI
- Drama Kids – Birmingham, MI
- The Community House – Birmingham, MI
- Village Youth Theatre – Birmingham, MI
- Sunset Theatre Company – Bloomfield Hills, MI
- Clarkston Village Players – Clarkston, MI
- Acting out Kids Community Theater – Clawson, Mi
- In The Mitten Productions – Farmington/Farmington Hills, MI
- The Studio Group – Farmington Hills, MI
- Ringwald Theatre – Ferndale, MI
- Michigan Actors Studio – Ferndale, MI
- Go U Improve Academy – Ferndale, MI
- Milford Theatre Company – Highland, MI
- The Actors Workshop – Madison Heights, MI
- Music Time of Milford – Milford
- In The Mitten Productions – Novi, MI
- Avon Players – Rochester Hills, MI
- Peanut Gallery Players – Rochester Hills, MI
- Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
- Shakespeare Royal Oak Kids Act and Teen Ensemble! – Royal Oak, MI
- The Actors Loft – Royal Oak, MI
- Ridgedale Players – Troy, MI
- Starlight Youth Theater – Waterford, MI
- The Jewish Ensemble Theatre – West Bloomfield, MI
- Youth Theater Near Me in Wayne County
- The Players Guild of Dearborn – Dearborn, MI
- Matrix Theatre Company – Detroit, MI
- Michigan Opera Youth Chorus – Detroit, MI
- PBA Training Sports & Performing Arts School – Detroit, MI
- Shakespeare in Detroit STEAM – Detroit, MI
- Planet Ant Performing Arts – Hamtramck, MI
- Spotlight on Youth – The Village Theater Gallery at Cherry Hill – Northville, MI
- Forever After Productions – Plymouth, MI
- Plymouth Community Arts Council – Plymouth, MI
- 2nd Street Performing Arts – Wyandotte, MI
Youth Theater Near Me in Macomb County
Youth on Stage – Grosse Pointe, MI
Offering a program since 2001, this theater teaches youth aged 6-14 basic acting and performance techniques. With a cooperative environment, kids develop a positive self-image while learning various aspects of theater.
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Richmond Community Theatre – Richmond, MI
This theater promotes and fosters performing arts through classical and original plays, with open auditions for community members who wish to participate.
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All The World’s A Stage – Washington Twp, MI
Pairing professional artists with theatrically inclined youth, ATWAS offers workshops, classes, and productions. They focus on theater arts and life skills development through transformative elements of the art form.
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Warren Civic Theatre – Warren, MI
Committed to producing and educating the community in all aspects of theater arts, they offer “Open Casting” for many productions, welcoming anyone who auditions.
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Find a Youth Theater Program in Oakland County
Dream Arts Company – Birmingham, MI
Dedicated to providing cultural enrichment and creative arts training, they produce musicals, choral ensembles, and various performing arts workshops.
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Drama Kids – Birmingham, MI
Using a copyrighted curriculum, Drama Kids aims to develop speaking, acting, and leadership skills through fun and challenging activities.
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The Community House – Birmingham, MI
Hosting various summer camps, The Community House provides a creative environment for children to explore performing arts.
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Village Youth Theatre – Birmingham, MI
Offering theatrical programs that inspire young actors, VYT presents two musical productions annually and runs a four-week Summer Theater Arts Camp.
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Sunset Theatre Company – Bloomfield Hills, MI
This performing arts academy offers classes in musical theatre, acting, voice, dance, and improv, aiming to instill a passion for the arts.
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Clarkston Village Players – Clarkston, MI
Their summer theatre workshop provides an accepting and supportive environment for children ages 10-18 to develop self-confidence and theater skills.
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Acting out Kids Community Theater – Clawson, Mi
Acting Out Kids Community Theatre offers classes, workshops, productions and events at a variety of local community centers, public libraries, schools, churches, etc. all around Oakland County, Michigan. Kids from all cities are always welcome to participate!
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In The Mitten Productions – Farmington/Farmington Hills, MI
Fostering inclusive and equitable opportunities, this company offers programs aimed at building confidence and educating young performers.
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The Studio Group – Farmington Hills, MI
Specializing in on-camera development, training, and casting services, The Studio Group prepares new talent for professional careers in TV and film.
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Ringwald Theatre – Ferndale, MI
The Ringwald engages diverse audiences with fresh, risk-taking theatrical experiences, focusing on newer works and innovative interpretations of classics.
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Michigan Actors Studio – Ferndale, MI
A state-licensed acting school offering in-person and virtual classes, private coaching, and workshops in acting, voice over, improv, and stand-up comedy.
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Go U Improve Academy – Ferndale, MI
Perfect for aspiring improvisers and actors, this academy teaches the fundamentals of improvisation, basic games, and scene work.
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Milford Theatre Company – Highland, MI
This class helps young aspiring thespians gain confidence and enhance social and emotional learning through theater.
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The Actors Workshop – Madison Heights, MI
Specializing in training actors for film and stage, they offer a variety of services for filmmakers, including rehearsals, casting assistance, and production support.
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Music Time of Milford – Milford
Boost your theater kid’s confidence with singing instruction at 4 Star Music Academy. Our Broadway/Stage specialists will push you to the next level with insights, techniques, and training to pursue your goals, big or small. Break a leg!
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In The Mitten Productions – Novi, MI
Fostering inclusive and equitable opportunities, this company offers programs aimed at building confidence and educating young performers.
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Avon Players – Rochester Hills, MI
A nonprofit community theater group offering five full-scale productions per season with a mix of award-winning dramas, musicals, and more.
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Peanut Gallery Players – Rochester Hills, MI
Offering extensive training programs, Peanut Gallery Players creates opportunities for children to perform and develop their theatrical skills.
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Stagecrafters Baldwin Theatre – Royal Oak, MI
Stagecrafters Youth Theatre (SYT) offers educational and nurturing experiences for children ages 8-18, with live theatrical plays and musicals.
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Shakespeare Royal Oak Kids Act and Teen Ensemble! – Royal Oak, MI
Offering a six-day learning experience in Shakespeare, stage combat, and comedic improvisation, culminating in a performance for friends and family.
SRO Teen Ensemble is our extraordinary high school-age outdoor experience. During the two-week program, students delve into character development, explore safe stage combat and sword fighting techniques, prepare costume designs, and learn all aspects of presenting a Shakespearean production.
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The Actors Loft – Royal Oak, MI
With programs for actors of all levels, The Actors Loft prepares students for auditions, stage, and film work, using top industry equipment.
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Ridgedale Players – Troy, MI
With programs for young people ages 8-18, Ridgedale Players offers drama techniques, voice projection, music skills, and more, encouraging parental involvement in productions.
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Starlight Youth Theater – Waterford, MI
Offering acting classes and theater productions, Starlight Theater aims to promote the talents of local performers.
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The Jewish Ensemble Theatre – West Bloomfield, MI
Providing main stage productions and youth theatre programs, JET focuses on engaging the community through professional live theatre.
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Youth Theater Near Me in Wayne County
The Players Guild of Dearborn – Dearborn, MI
The StarShine Theatre Workshop teaches special needs youth about theater, offering them the opportunity to perform on stage.
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Matrix Theatre Company – Detroit, MI
Engaging young artists in playwriting and performance, Matrix Theatre provides opportunities to create new works and improve literacy and language skills.
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Michigan Opera Youth Chorus – Detroit, MI
Providing exceptional choral music and theatrical performance instruction, the Detroit Opera Youth Chorus offers annual winter concerts and fully staged children’s operas.
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PBA Training Sports & Performing Arts School – Detroit, MI
Offering acting classes for all ages, PBA Training focuses on character and script analysis through improvisation, monologues, and exercises.
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Shakespeare in Detroit STEAM – Detroit, MI
Collaborating with educators, Shakespeare in Detroit teaches students the science, technology, engineering, art, and math of theater production.
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Planet Ant Performing Arts – Hamtramck, MI
A professional theater and performance venue, Planet Ant facilitates artistic expression and collaboration in various performing arts.
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Spotlight on Youth – The Village Theater Gallery at Cherry Hill – Northville, MI
Creating extraordinary youth-centered theater experiences, SOY offers productions and summer camps for children of all ages.
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Forever After Productions – Plymouth, MI
Providing quality performing arts education and family-friendly entertainment, Forever After Productions offers theater classes and summer camps for various age groups.
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Plymouth Community Arts Council – Plymouth, MI
An experimental theater program offering actor-centered rehearsals and workshops, culminating in a full-scale production.
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2nd Street Performing Arts – Wyandotte, MI
Providing a space for communities to experience performing arts, dance, music, as well as visual arts, 2nd Street Performing Arts Center offers a range of programs.
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For more detailed information on each theater group, visit their websites. This guide is continuously updated to ensure you have access to the latest offerings in youth theater and acting classes in the Metro Detroit area.
Metro Detroit Mommy Summer Camp Guide: This guide can be helpful for parents seeking summer theater camps or programs for their children interested in theater during the break.
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