The Bellevue Youth Theatre provides inclusive recreational programs for youth ages 5-19, with the focus on teen participants. Persons with disabilities, families and older adults are encouraged to participate. The emphasis of the theatre is to build self-esteem, teamwork and confidence in youth while performing in a supportive environment. Children 11 and younger, and first-time participants, may have limited roles. For more information, please call 425-452-7155.
Attend an audition and complete the paperwork. Once you’ve completed the audition, you’re cast! Please pay special attention to the no conflicts dates before you commit to a show’s process.
Auditions
Dates, Times, Locations
- January 8 & 9, 5-6:30 p.m. at Bellevue Youth Theatre
- For: The Little Prince, Storybook Series, Pizza and Existentialism, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical
- January 10, 5:30 p.m. at South Bellevue Community Center
- For: The Little Prince
The Little Prince
A plane crashes in the middle of the desert and a lonely aviator meets a strange little prince who’s far away from his home planet. Through telling stories and drawing pictures, the aviator learns about all the characters the prince has met and gains a new perspective on the beauty of life and love. This heartwarming tale has roles for all ages.
- Fee: FREE (R) | $150 (NR)
- Ages: 5 & up
- Rehearsal location: SBCC
- Rehearsal begins: January 27
- Rehearsal time: 5-7 p.m.
- Tech Week: March 24-27 NO CONFLICTS
- Performs: March 28-April 6 NO CONFLICTS
Storybook Series
Come audition to be a part of “Storybook Series,” BYT’s interactive one-hour show intended for young audiences! Based on well-known, classic fairy tales, this year’s performance features Hansel and Gretel, Goldilocks, Jack, Little Red, and their friends as they embark on a magical storybook adventure! “Storybook Series” is for participants 12 and younger.
- Fee: FREE (R) | $150 (NR)
- Ages: 5-12
- Rehearsal location: BYT
- Rehearsal begins: January 27
- Rehearsal time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Tech Week: April 14-17 NO CONFLICTS
- Performs: April 18-27 NO CONFLICTS
Pizza and Existentialism
Teens and Adults: Do you enjoy pizza? Do you sometimes contemplate the meaning of life? In this World Premiere production, follow Chef Peel and a cohort of dysfunctional line cooks as they tackle art, friendship, pizza, pasta, the meaning of life, the world, and the universe. This cartoonish comedy has roles for participants of all skills sets.
- Fee: FREE (R) | $150 (NR)
- Ages: 13 & up
- Rehearsal location: BYT
- Rehearsal begins: January 27
- Rehearsal time: 5-7 p.m.
- Tech Week: April 28-May 1 NO CONFLICTS
- Performs: May 2-11 NO CONFLICTS
Descendants: The Musical
Based on the Disney films of the same name, we invite you to audition to be a part of this magical musical. Discover what happens when four troublemaking teenagers from the Isle of the Lost are sent to attend prep school with the children of Fairytale heroes. This modern musical features singing, dancing, and acting roles for all ages.
Please Note: Limited roles available for participants under 11. Preregistration required for participants 11 and under. Maximum of 12 participants ages 10 and younger. Online registration will open at noon on December 9 (residents) and December 16 (non-residents).
- Fee: FREE (R) | $150 (NR)
- Ages: 5 & up
- Rehearsal location: CCC, Theatre Room
- Rehearsal begins: January 27
- Rehearsal time: 5-7 p.m.
- Tech Week: May 12-15 NO CONFLICTS
- Performs: May 16-25 NO CONFLICTS
Details and FAQs
- Who should attend the first rehearsal?
- Everyone! All cast members and parents will be expected to attend the first rehearsal unless excused by the director.
- Cast member attendance: All actors are required to attend the first two rehearsals.
- Theatre is a team commitment. The rehearsal process and production week can be very time consuming. This should be your main extracurricular activity. When you or your child miss a rehearsal, it impacts the entire cast.
- How often will I rehearse?
- 2-3 times per week to start. Will increase closer to performance time.
- Unexcused conflicts will result in loss of lines, role, and/or affect future casting.
- What is the cost?
- Participation is free for Bellevue residents. Non-Bellevue residents pay $150. You will also be asked to provide jazz shoes for your child.
- What if my child is ill?
- At this time, we are requesting that if your child is feeling ill (or missed any other activity during the day due to illness), that they do not attend BYT until they feel better. Children sent to BYT with symptoms of illness may be sent home.
Fee FAQs (Mainstage Plays)
Fees for our mainstage plays:
Residents - Free
Non-residents - $150
Refunds (for non-Bellevue residents):
- If you withdraw seven calendar days prior to the start of class (first meeting), you will receive a $140 refund.
- If you withdraw one to six days prior to the start of class (first meeting), your refund will be $75.
- If you withdraw on or after the first class (first meeting), you will not receive a refund.
- NOTE: The withdrawal must be processed. Voicemail and email requests do not constitute "being processed." You must speak to someone live to consider you or your child withdrawn. If you are calling on the weekend, you may call Bellevue Parks & Community Services' main line at 425-452-6885 and press 1 to be transferred to someone live.
- In addition, you will not be refunded if you don't like your part or feel you don't have enough lines.