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
Iolanthe
Opera written by William Gilbert & Arthur Sullivan
Directed by Marian Shulman
Musically Directed by Nick Sienkiewicz
In Iolanthe, Gilbert uses Fairies to make fun of how muddle-headed the members of the House of Peers (Lords) really are. He also introduces us to Strephon and Phyllis, shepherds who are in love, but they can’t marry yet since Phyllis is only 19 and still a ward of court controlled by the Lord Chancellor, a kindly old gentlemen whose wife died years ago. His wife was the fairy Iolanthe, who is not dead but was banished for marrying a mortal. And Strephon is their son! All of this tangle works out to some of Sullivan’s loveliest music.
Auditions on Nov. 12th & 14th. from 7-9PM. Be sure to register at the link below.
Grades: Pre-K - 2nd Grade
Mondays from 4:15-5:45pm
Tuition: $350
Starts: Monday, September 8th, 2025
Show: Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at 6:30pm
Did you know Santa came close to never finding his magical, toy-making Elves? A terrible blizzard, a stolen treasure and three sneaky Trolls named Gitchee, Gotchee & Goo...ALMOST put an end to toys under the Christmas tree forever! Three Angels —Faith, Hope & Charity— tried to help by reminding the Elves about the true meaning of Christmas, but in the end, only Santa Claus could save them from the Trolls’ clutches! Join Twinkle, Noël, Bing and their Elfin clan as they find a new home at the North Pole in this Spirited musical! Musical Direction by Cheryl Kemeny. Costumes by Alexandra Kemeny. Written, directed & choreographed by Sally Szabo-Lombardo
CLASS SCHEDULE
Monday, Sep 8, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Sep 15, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Sep 22, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Sep 29, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Oct 6, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Oct 13, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Oct 20, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Oct 27, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Nov 3, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Nov 10, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Nov 17, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Nov 24, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Monday, Dec 1, 2025 from 4:15-5:45 PM
Show Date: Thursday, Dec 4, 2025 @ 6:30 PM (Students arrive at 5:30 PM to prepare & rehearse)
Grades: 3rd - 6th
Tuesdays from 4:15-6:15pm
Tuition: $350
Starts: Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Shows: Saturday, November 22nd, 2025 at 6:30pm, and Sunday, November 23rd, 2025 at 3:00pm.
Heidi Xethalis directs this exciting musical about a war between the Trolls and Humans set in Norway in “fairytale” times. Emphasizing the beauty and value of the natural world, the story concludes with a happy ending for all when the troll-faced human princess weds the multi-headed mountain troll king’s son, Prince Oddlebot, and peace is restored. With parts for all, musical direction is by the author/composer Cheryl Kemeny and choreography by Gillian Eckert.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Tuesday, Sep 9, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Sep 16, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Sep 23, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Sep 30, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Oct 7, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Oct 14, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Oct 28, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Nov 4, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Tuesday, Nov 11, 2025 from 4:15-6:15 PM
Sunday, Nov 16, 2025 from 1:00-7:00 PM
Tuesday, Nov 18, 2025 from 4:15-8:30 PM
Friday, Nov 21, 2025 from 4:15-8:45 PM
Show Dates:
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 @ 6:30 PM (Students arrive at 5:30 PM to prepare & rehearse)
Sunday, Nov 23, 2025 @ 3:00PM (Students arrive at 2:00 PM to prepare & rehearse)
Grades: 7th-12th grade
Saturdays from 1:00-4:00pm
Tuition: $395
Starts: Saturday, September 6th, 2025
Shows: Saturday, January 10th, 2025 at 6:30pm and Sunday, January 11th, 2025 at 3:00pm
Dave Jackins directs this big, splashy musical featuring terrific music from the 1940’s and a large cast with lots of solo opportunities! Musical direction by Cheryl Kemeny with choreography by Gillian Eckert.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Saturday, Sep 6, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 13, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 20, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Sep 27, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 4, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Friday, Oct 3, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 11, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 18, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Friday, Oct 24, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM
Saturday, Oct 25, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 1, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 8, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 15, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 22, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Nov 29, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 6, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 13, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 20, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Saturday, Dec 27, 2025 from 1:00-4:00 PM
Tech Rehearsal:
Saturday, Jan 3, 2026 from 12:00-7:00 PM
Dress Rehearsals:
Wednesday, Jan 7, 2026 from 4:15-9:00 PM
Friday, Jan 9, 2026 from 4:15-9:00 PM
Show Dates:
Saturday, Jan 10, 2026 @ 6:30 PM (Students arrive at 5:00 PM to prepare & rehearse)
Sunday, Jan 11, 2026 @ 3:00 PM (Students arrive at 1:30 PM to prepare & rehearse)
Grades: 2nd - 5th | 6th - 12th
Thursdays from 4:30-6:00pm | 6:15-7:45pm
Tuition: $175
Starts: Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Taught by Gillian Eckert, this high-energy class will help you build strong technique, learn an exciting full routine, and create your own original choreography. You'll grow your skills, gain confidence, and discover your unique style as a performer, all while having fun and owning the stage. Whether you're new to dance or looking to push yourself further, this class is your chance to shine.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Grades 2–5
Thursday, Sep 25, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 from 4:30-6:00 PM
Grades 6–12
Thursday, Sep 25, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Oct 2, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Oct 9, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Oct 16, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Oct 23, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Oct 30, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Nov 6, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
Thursday, Nov 13, 2025 from 6:15-7:45 PM
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