Hartford Children's Theatre

The Hartford Children's Theatre offers theatre performances for and by children and offers kids in the Hartford community a chance to experience theatre firsthand. The mission of the theatre is to enrich the lives of Hartford kids by providing exposure to performing arts. The theatre hosts a full season of theatre that is produced by professional directors and designers. There are year-round opportunities for kids to participate including the Hartford Children's Theatre Drama School, the School Vacation Performance Programs, the Outreach Drama Programs and Artist Residencies in local school and the Hartford Summer Youtheatre. The theatre also partners with local businesses to bring programs to the community. The theatre offers financial aid for students who want to participate in educational workshops and classes, so even students who lack the funds for extracurricular activity or theatre attendance can get involved. The classes are designed by the staff who are performing artists themselves, so they have the experience to share with aspiring performers. There are always new classes in development, so area children can continue to participate year after year and still come away with new lessons in theatre. Classes are organized by theme and age group, so kids will feel comfortable interacting with their peers.