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Columbus Children's Theatre

Name: Columbus Children's Theatre
Address: 177 E Naghten Street, Columbus, OH, 43215, US
Telephone: +16142246672
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

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04/24/2025

Save the date! Ohio Tourism Day is May 13th at the Ohio Statehouse. Come plan your summer adventures with us and 130+ other Ohio destinations. This event is free, family-friendly, and full of travel inspiration!

04/23/2025

🤖 Meet Nutt and Bolt — two robot besties on a mission to learn about feelings, friendship, and how to fix what's broken.

This heartwarming adventure is perfect for little ones aged 0-5. Come laugh, move, and explore emotions with us!

🗓️ May 17 - 18 | 9 AM, 10 AM, 11 AM, 1 PM, 2 PM
🎟️ Get your tickets at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows
🛠️ Part of our Sandbox Series!

04/22/2025

🌎 Happy Earth Day!

♻️ DID YOU KNOW?
At CCT, we’re committed to sustainability — at least 25% of all our scenic builds use recycled materials. That means fewer landfills and more magic on stage.

Shout out to CCT Scenic and our designers for turning cardboard, scrap wood, and more into theatre-worthy wonders!

04/21/2025

🎤 CALLING ALL STARS!
Do you have the "top-secret personal beeswax" it takes to play Junie B. and friends? Auditions for Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr. are NOW OPEN for young performers ages 9 - 17!

📅 Audition Dates: April 21 and 22
📍 Columbus Children's Theatre

Sign up at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows

Virtual submissions are also accepted!

04/20/2025

🎀 What would Junie B. Jones do? She’d grab her sparkliest pencil, put on her sassiest outfit, and totally audition! ✏️

There’s still time to sign up for Junie B. Jones The Musical JR.! Don’t miss your chance to be part of the hilarious, high-energy world of everyone’s favorite first-grader!

📅 Auditions: April 21 & 22
⏰ 6–10 PM
👧 Ages 9–17

Register at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows — virtual submissions are also accepted! 💻 Let’s make some theatrical magic!

04/18/2025

Crayons? Check.
Backpack? Check.
Audition for Junie B. Jones The Musical Jr? DOUBLE CHECK. ✅

Calling all bright, bold and big-personality performers ages 9-17!

Auditions: April 21 & 22 | 6-10 PM
Where: CCT Studios (177 E Naghten)

📝Sign up at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows today!

Virtual submissions are also accepted!

04/16/2025

🚨 SOLD OUT! 🚨 Llama Llama Red Pajama is officially full! 🦙

But don’t power down just yet… next up is Nutt and Bolt ⚙️🤖—a high-energy, music-filled showdown between two very different bots.

Nutt clangs and bangs through the junkyard while Bolt glides with sleek style. They compete in dance-offs and tower-building contests, only to discover that working together builds the coolest machines of all!

Created by Matt Bassett, Nutt and Bolt runs May 17–18 and will have you and your little ones tapping your feet and making joyful noise in no time.

🎟️ Tickets at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows !

📸: Kyle Long Photography

04/15/2025

✨ Dive under the sea with us this summer! 🌊

Calling all young performers ages 5–15: Little Mermaid Jr. Camp is your chance to shine on stage and behind the scenes!

Campers will rotate through exciting classes in acting, singing, dancing, costume design, stagecraft, and more!

Throughout the week, kids will build confidence, creativity, and collaboration skills while bringing the world of Ariel and her underwater friends to life. The grand finale? A live performance of The Little Mermaid Jr. on a real stage for family and friends to enjoy! 🐚🎶🎤

Perfect for all experience levels—whether your child is a stage veteran or trying theatre for the first time. Don’t miss the magic!

Sign up today at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/camps

04/14/2025

Only 3 shows left of Llama Llama Red Pajama and you don’t want to miss this cozy, heartwarming adventure! 🦙💤

Families are loving the music, laughs, and bedtime fun — and tickets are selling fast!

Snag yours today before they’re all gone. Head to www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows to join the pajama party!

📸: Kyle Long Photography

04/10/2025

Grab your snuggliest PJs and join us for a llamazing time at Llama Llama Red Pajama! 💤💗

This heartwarming, high-energy show is specially designed for our youngest theatre-goers — perfect for ages 0–5 and only 30 minutes long (just right for little attention spans!).

Come on April 12, 13, or 19 and experience the magic of bedtime stories brought to life on stage. Whether it’s your first theatre outing or a favorite family tradition, this show is the coziest ticket in town — starting at just $5! 🎟

Let’s make some pajama party memories together. We can’t wait to see you there!

Get your tickets today at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/shows !

04/08/2025

Ready to be the hero (or villain!) of the scene?

In this action-packed class for ages 8–12, students will learn stage combat techniques and special effects makeup—like bruises, cuts, and more. Each session builds confidence, teamwork, and creativity, all leading up to a thrilling final showcase.

Class starts this Saturday—don’t miss your chance to join the fun!

Sign up today at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/classes

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04/07/2025

TONIGHT!

🎭 Parents & Caregivers, this one’s for you! 🎭

Join us April 7 at 7 PM for a conversation with Broadway’s Nick Cosgrove about agency representation—what it is, if your child needs it, and how to navigate the industry like a pro. Get your questions answered and learn more about the industry. Don’t miss out!

04/04/2025

Big dreams start with bold auditions! Join our Audition Prep Class, running Saturdays from April 12 to May 17, and sharpen your skills with expert coaching, confidence-building exercises, and real-world tips to help you stand out.

📅 Six Saturdays. One stronger YOU.
🎟️ Spots are limited—sign up now!

Sign up at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/classes !

📸: Kyle Long Photography

04/03/2025

👑 Young, scrappy, and hungry? Get ready to take center stage in Hip Hop Hamilton!

This high-energy class blends hip-hop dance with the revolutionary music of Hamilton, giving young performers the chance to move, groove, and own the spotlight.

Led by expert instructors, students will build confidence, master fresh choreography, and channel their inner Alexander, Eliza, and more! Don’t throw away your shot—join us for an unforgettable musical theatre experience!

📅 Saturdays, April 12 - May 17
⏰ 2:00 - 3:15 PM
👧 Ages 8-12

Sign up now at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/classes !

04/02/2025

🎭 Meet the Director of Junie B. Jones Jr.!

Say hello to Hunter Minor! 👋

A performer, director, and choreographer, Hunter has been shining on stage and behind the scenes since middle school. With a BFA in Acting & Musical Theatre from Wright State, he’s worked with top theatre companies across Ohio and beyond! When he’s not directing, you’ll find him teaching everything from acting and voice to stage combat and audition prep—or working as an education coordinator at CCT.

Now he’s ready to bring Junie B. Jones Jr. to life— and YOU could be part of it!

Auditions are April 21 & 22 for ages 9-17. Sign up at https://form.jotform.com/cctcolumbus/junie-b-jones-auditions !

03/31/2025

Theatre has always been a space for storytelling, transformation, and truth—and today, on , we celebrate the trans artists, creators, and audience members who make our stages more vibrant, diverse, and powerful.

Representation matters in the stories we tell and the people who bring them to life. To our trans community: You are seen, you are valued, and you belong, always. 💙💗🤍

03/28/2025

🎭 “It’s showtime!” ✨

Say his name three times and join us for Beetlejuice Jr. Summer Camp! 👻 From July 28 - August 1, young performers ages 10 - 15 will bring the strange and unusual to life onstage. Don’t be “invisible,” sign up today! 🖤💚

Sign up at www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/camps before it's too late!

Address

177 E Naghten Street
Columbus, OH
43215

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+16142246672

Website

http://www.columbuschildrenstheatre.org/

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An everywhere organization for every kind of kid.

CCT offers education, immersion, performance, and entertainment for young people in Central Ohio. From early childhood introductions through our Theatre for the Very Young, to talent-building programs such as the Child Writing Project and our School Programs, sensory-friendly performances and touch tours, and professional development in our Advanced Performance Academy, CCT is for anyone who values self-expression and the impact that the arts has on young people. We strive to inspire, enrich and empower the imaginations of children and their families through the power of the stage.

Theatre builds character that lasts a lifetime.