Performing Art Troupes
NYTE Experience
National Youth Theater Experience — Louisville, Kentucky
The award-winning Off Broadway Children's Theatre is excited to return to The National Youth Theater Experience (NYTE) in Louisville, Kentucky in March of 2027.
The NYTE is an exciting festival that specializes in a small festival experience for a weekend of musical theater education, fun, and celebration. Participating groups will perform 20 minutes of any type of show selection for industry professionals. The students will also attend workshops, showcases, and a concert by Broadway performers.
2026-2027 Season Registration
Sign up now for the upcoming NYTE Troupe season!
OBCT 2026-2027 NYTE Troupe Experience
Show Information
The NYTE Troupe will perform TBD in full in February 2027 (dates TBD). They will then take a 20-minute selection to NYTE on March 5-7, 2027.
Ages
9-15 years old
Troupe Size
26-28 performers
Audition Details
Dates: August 1st, 1:00-3:00 PM and August 8th, 1:00-3:00 PM
Prepare: 30 seconds of a song of your choice with accompaniment
Also expect: A dance audition and cold reading from the script
To schedule an audition time, email offbroadway@msn.com or call 770-664-2410.
Rehearsal Schedule
| Dates | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 16, 20, 27 | Various | 6-8pm (Sat 16th: 1-3pm) |
| Sep 3, 10, 17, 24 | 6:00-8:00 PM | |
| Oct 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 | 6:00-8:00 PM | |
| Nov 5, 12, 19 | 6:00-8:00 PM | |
| Dec 3, 10, 17 | 6:00-8:00 PM | |
| Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 | 6:00-8:00 PM | |
| Feb 1-8 | SHOW (Dates TBD) | |
| Feb 11, 18, 25 | 6:00-8:00 PM | NYTE Cut |
| Feb 27 | 10:00 AM-3:00 PM | NYTE Cut |
| Feb 28 | 1:00-3:00 PM | NYTE Cut |
| Mar 2 | 6:00-8:00 PM | NYTE Cut |
| Mar 3 | 6:00-8:00 PM | Parent Meeting |
| Mar 5-7 | NYTE Festival - Louisville, KY | |
| Mar 15 | TBD | End of Year Party |
Cost
OBCT Monthly Tuition
9 months (August-March)
Includes over 70 hours of instruction
NYTE Festival Cost
Paid directly to NYTE
One parent chaperone is required to attend
Transportation & Lodging: On your own. Hotel for 3 nights was approximately $530 in 2025. Details provided once the group is cast.
Ready to Join the NYTE Troupe?
Register for the 2026-2027 season or contact us with any questions.