Syracuse Children’s Theatre

Syracuse Children’s Theatre offers spring semester classes, fall semester classes, February Break Camps, April Break Camps, and Summer Camp for children from Pre-K through Grade 12. Its classes run as semester-long courses, and all courses culminate in a production or public performance.

Programs

• Spring Semester Classes — Pre-K through Grade 12 · Classes start in mid-January and meet once a weekend for a three-hour class. Younger students Pre-K to Grade 1 meet either Tuesday or Thursday nights for an hour and fifteen minutes.
• Fall Semester Classes — Pre-K through Grade 12 · Weekend classes begin mid-September and meet once a weekend for a three-hour class. Younger students Pre-K to Grade 1 meet either Tuesday or Thursday nights for an hour and fifteen minutes.
• February Break Camps — Grades 1 to 9 · Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm over February Break.
• April Break Camps — Grades 1 to 9 · Monday-Friday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm over April Break.
• Summer Camp — Grades 1-12 · Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• Current session: Fall 2026 Classes (Sep 15–Dec 15, 2026)
• General schedule: Year-round classes for children from Pre-K through 12th grade. Spring and Fall classes are semester-long courses. February and April Break Camps are week-long classes offered during school breaks. Summer Camp has five, two-week camps. All courses culminate in a production/public performance.

About the provider

Syracuse Children’s Theatre has been a theatrical training ground for the children of Central New York since 1999. One testimonial from Kellie Ellis, Associate Director, says SCT is "a fun place where kids and teens discover the magic of theatre, explore their talent and create lasting friendships." Todd Ellis, Founder and Executive Director, says the program has served thousands of students over 25 years and that many have gone on to work in various aspects of theatre.

What families say

“SCT is a fun place where kids and teens discover the magic of theatre, explore their talent and create lasting friendships.” — Kellie Ellis, Associate Director

“It has been an AMAZING 25 years!!! As Founder and Executive Director, I am so proud of the thousands of talented students that have graced our classes and productions. I am especially thrilled that many have gone on to work in various aspects of the World of Theatre. We at SCT always strive to give your children a very positive and rewarding experience.” — Todd Ellis

Last updated September 7, 2026.