Welcome to Theater for Young America
When young people attend a performance at Theatre for Young America they not only see live professional theater of the highest quality, they also get a chance to meet the professional actors and ask questions about the play, topics in the play, and about the art of theater.
Theatre for Young America (TYA) is a 501C3 non-profit children’s theatre fostering the educational and emotional growth of young people through arts-based experiences.
2025-2026 Season of Plays
Forgotten in the Fairytale
August 8 -9, 2025
HOW I BECAME A PIRATE
10/14/2025 – 11/1/2025
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID
3/17/2026 – 4/18/2026
AMERICAN TAP: BILL ‘BOJANGLES’ ROBINSON
4/28/2026 – 5/9/2026
SNOOPY
6/9/2026 – 6/27/2026
KING ARTHUR AND THE MAGIC SWORD
7/14/2026 – 7/25/2026
THEATRE FOR YOUNG AMERICA – 2025-2026
TICKET PRICES
Single Admission: $12 each
Group Rate (15 or more): $6 each
FIRST SATURDAY SPECIAL:
“BUY ONE GET ONE FREE” BOGO CODE: OKAY
First Saturday Dates (2 pm):
HOW I BECAME A PIRATE: 10/18/25
JUNIE B JINGLE BELLS, BATMAN SMELLS: 11/29/25
DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: 3/21/25
AMERICAN TAP: BILL ‘BOJANGLES’ ROBINSON: 5/2/26
SNOOPY: 6/13/26
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Theatre for Young America office (816-460-2083) handles SEASON TICKET SALES.
Season Tickets are $10 per person (minimum of 4 different shows)
“Season Ticket Eary Bird” special good through August 31, 2025: $8 per person (minimum of 4 different shows).
Get Involved
Live, Fun, Educational Theatre for Children and Families!
Theatre for Young America offers performing arts instruction from a professional theatre company, introducing children to all elements of live theatre, incorporating educational aspects as well as important life skills and milestones.
Summer Workshops
In the Forest with Snow White
Puss in Boots Adventure
The Bremen Town Musicians
The Golden Goose
Puss in Boots, A tale of a Tail
Forgotten in the Fairy Tale
Our Mission & Vision
Theatre for Young America (TYA) is a 501C3 non-profit children’s theatre fostering the educational and emotional growth of young people through arts-based experiences.
TYA holds these values as central to our mission:
- Beginning a child’s lifelong relationship with theatre
- Accessibility, inclusiveness to all populations
- Development of curriculum based productions, outreach programs, workshops
- Enrichment of the spirit, body, and mind in every individual
Testimonials
I grew up watching shows and taking acting classes at TYA and now, I am sharing that with my own children. TYA is the BEST children’s theatre. The shows are wonderful and entertaining and their classes are excellent.
- Sidney
Our family LOVES Theater for Young America! The performances are engaging and very economical!! My daughter has enjoyed every play we have seen there!!
- Amy
A dedicated staff and talented team of artists who promote creativity for children. A wonderful family who embraces all. I know this because they let me have my wedding there.