Support for Crystal Theatre has been provided from CT Humanities, with funding provided by the Connecticut State Department of Economic and Community Development/Connecticut Office of the Arts from the Connecticut State Legislature as well as the city of Norwalk, CT.
With a 232-seat theatre in downtown South Norwalk, our community theatre provides another outlet for artistic expression among the many talented adults in the area, producing a combination of classic plays & musicals as well as adult productions of our critically acclaimed original productions.
Fairfield County's Premier
Children's Theatre
Since 1987, Crystal Theatre has been Fairfield County’s leading performing arts center for children. Our rehearsal spaces are located in the Ben Franklin Community Center in historic South Norwalk, CT. We have programs available for children of all ages, from those as young as four years old to those in their senior year of high school. Our mission is to help every motivated student become a better performer through practice and positive reinforcement.
"Whistleville", circa 2017
Norwalk's Community Theatre
Congratulations to the cast of Man of La Mancha for a beautiful production! Pictured here are Samia Bahu (Aldonza) and Matthew Surapine (Sancho).
Opening on March 28th will be the American Arts Players production of Jesus Christ Superstar directed by Will Trebing (tickets at https://www.jcsinnorwalk.com) followed by Thrownstone's Equity World Premier of Jonathan Winn's new play, Fool's Paradise.
Look for auditions in May for our July Community Theatre musical production of Declaration, the Untold Story by Mariner Pezza, directed by Cheryl Kemeny. August brings rehearsals for the Mystery of Edwin Drood directed by Mat Young and then Mark Ferguson's direction of Rod Serling's Requiem for a Heavyweight going up in October.
Winter classes are closed for registration! Sign up for Camps under "CAMP SIGNUPS".
From 6th to 12th graders. (2025-2026 school year)
Tuition: $750
Camp Hours: 9 am-4 pm
Join Crystal Theatre for an exciting summer camp production of Disney’s classic Aladdin, Jr.! Aladdin, a street-smart orphan, encounters Princess Jasmine, who is also seeking freedom from her privileged life. Jafar, the Sultan’s advisor, manipulates Aladdin into finding a magic lamp, hoping to use its power to become Sultan. Aladdin, with the help of the Genie, disguises himself as Prince Ali to win Jasmine’s heart, leading to a series of adventures and betrayals. Directed by Margaret Jackins, Musical Direction by Cheryl Kemeny, Choreographed by Gillian Eckert, this production will not only develop your acting skills and comic talent but will stretch your vocal range and increase your dancing prowess. All levels welcome!(Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad BeguelinBook by Chad Beguelin. Based on the Disney film written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott & Te
Monday, June 30th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Thursday, July 3rd, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Monday July 7th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Tuesday, July 8th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Wednesday, July 9th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Thursday, July 10th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
Friday, July 11th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
SHOW ONE: Friday, July 11th, 2025 at 7 pm
SHOW TWO: Saturday, July 12th, 2025 at 7 pm
From 5th to 12th graders. (2025-2026 school year)
Tuition: $395
Camp Hours: 9 am-4 pm
Broadway Blast is back again after a year’s hiatus! Focusing on solo and group singing for all, your child will finish camp with an audition length solo appropriate for their voice and age which they will have performed in front of an audience. In keeping with our “Arabian Nights” summer theme, we will perform a Disney “Aladdin” Medley as well as a medley from the hit movie Wicked. This camp is a perennial favorite with students as everyone gets a solo! All levels are welcome! Direction & Musical Direction by Cheryl Kemeny, Choreography by Gillian Eckert with special surprise guest vocal coaches.
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Monday, July 21st, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Thursday, July 24th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Monday, July 25th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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SHOW ONE: Friday, July 25th, 2025 at 7 pm
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SHOW TWO: Saturday, July 26th, 2025 at 7 pm
From 2nd to 5th graders. (2025-2026 school year)
Tuition: $395
Camp Hours: 9 am-4 pm
Join Crystal Theatre for an exciting summer camp production of Disney’s classic Aladdin Kids! In Agrabah, Princess Jasmine defies marriage laws while Jafar seeks the magic lamp. Aladdin, tricked into retrieving the lamp, frees the Genie and becomes Prince Ali to win Jasmine’s heart. Jafar steals the lamp, becomes Sultan, and is ultimately defeated, allowing Aladdin and Jasmine to be together. Perfect for young actors, this production will develop your acting skills and comic talent, stretch your vocal range, and increase your dancing prowess. Taught by veteran artist-teachers, this camp also includes a multi-arts dimension with watercolor classes daily. All levels welcome! Directed by Alexandrea Kemeny, Musical Direction by Cheryl Kemeny, and Choreography by Sally Szabo-Lombardo, watercolor classes by Mariner Pezza.
(Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice and Chad Beguelin
Book by Chad Beguelin. Based on the Disney film written by Ron Clements, John Musker, Ted Elliott & Terry Rossio and directed & produced by John Musker & Ron Clements.)
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Monday, June 23th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Thursday, June 26th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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Friday, June 27th, 2025, from 9am-4pm
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SHOW ONE: Saturday, June 28th, 2025 at 12 pm
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SHOW TWO: Saturday, June 28th, 2025 at 4 pm
From 4 to 6 year olds
Tuition: $350
Camp Hours: 9 am-12 pm
In keeping with our “Arabian Nights” theme this summer, this fantastic and fanciful musical is a perfect introduction to theatre for younger students. Including the colorful and funny Aladdin and Ali Baba stories, our veteran artist-teachers will nurture your child’s inner performing artist and encourage them to shine in a fully staged and costumed musical on the “big” stage. Directed by Sally Szabo-Lombardo, Musical Direction by Cheryl Kemeny, and Costumed by Alexandrea Kemeny.
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Monday, June 16th, 2025, from 9am-12pm
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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025, from 9am-12pm
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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, from 9am-12pm
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Thursday, June 19th, 2025, from 9am-12pm
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Friday, June 20th, 2025, from 9am-12pm
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SHOW DAY: Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at 12 pm
Note-if school is still in session due to snow dates, an afternoon session will be added for those students unable to attend the first day.