Alton Little Theater Kids Program

Alton Little Theater, 2450 N. Henry Street (PO Box 156), Alton, IL 62002

mapAlton Little Theater, 2450 N. Henry Street (PO Box 156), Alton, IL 62002

About

Alton Little Theater Kids Program includes acting, singing, dance, stage movement, backstage and technical theater, lighting, sound, set design, costume design, staging, choreography, music, vocal performance, stage presence, and character development. The program also includes theater workshop time in acting, singing, and stagecraft, and features a high-energy Disney musical revue where kids bring Disney songs to life on stage.

• Ages: 8–17 years old
• Schedule: Rehearsals on weekday evenings and weekends
• Price: Enrollment Fee: $250 per child. Helps pay for script & materials. Includes show t-shirt and theater workshop time in acting, singing, and stagecraft.

The program takes place on the ALT stage at Alton Little Theater Showplace and is part of the 93rd Season at Alton Little Theater. Rehearsals are scheduled on Tuesdays through Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Sundays from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. The current production, Dare to Dream JR: A Disney Musical Revue, is directed by Bethany Rosenthal.

Instructors in the program have years of experience in theater and performance, and the team includes experienced directors, staff, and volunteers. All directors, instructors, and key volunteers working with children undergo background checks, and the team is trained in basic first aid and emergency response procedures. Parents are always welcome to attend auditions and rehearsals, and the program uses safe drop-off and pick-up procedures that require check-in and sign-out with an approved adult.

The program’s mission states that the safety and well-being of young performers are top priorities, with a commitment to a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. Spots are limited to maintain a specific experience for each child, and enrollment includes a show t-shirt. For audition preparation, participants are asked to prepare 16–32 measures of a Disney song, with backing tracks preferred, no accompanist provided, and a connected speaker available.

Alton Little Theater notes that this season includes assigned seating for productions for the first time in its history, and season ticket holders can select seats reserved for the entire season. The program connects participants with a community of theater enthusiasts.

Last updated May 24, 2026.

Is this your business? There is no cost, but you will be asked to sign up or log in.