Classes

About Classes

CYT offers classes for students ages 5-18 throughout the school year. Classes include drama, voice, dance, and behind-the-scenes training in makeup, costumes, tech, and more. Classes are held for two hours once a week and run for ten consecutive weeks in Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions. Class sizes are small and offer supervision both inside and outside the classroom. Each session culminates in a high-energy showcase to demonstrate to family, friends, and fellow students the skills acquired.

Parents send their children to CYT classes to learn, and that’s exactly what they will do! At the end of a CYT session, your student will come away with a new or improved skill in the area of emphasis. During the last week of class, a high-energy Showcase is presented by each class to show other students, family, and friends all they’ve learned.

Teacher Application for Classes

If you would like to apply for a teacher position for one of our classes, please fill out the application. We will be in touch with you as soon as we can. Thank you for sharing your gifts with our community!
Teacher Appllication

Current Classes:

Class: Age: Chapter: Location: Day: Time: Start: End:
Audition Workshop 11-14 Tampa Bay
(Fall 2024)		 Bldg 28 Church Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sep 09 Nov 11
Intro to Improv Grd 9
Grd 10
Grd 11
Grd 12
 Tampa Bay
(Fall 2024)		 Bldg 28 Church Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sep 09 Nov 11
Mini Show - Toy Story 8-12 Tampa Bay
(Fall 2024)		 Bldg 28 Church Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sep 09 Nov 11
Our Gang - Trolls 5-7 Tampa Bay
(Fall 2024)		 Bldg 28 Church Mon 6:00pm - 8:00pm Sep 09 Nov 11

Current Teachers:

Dawn Warford

Dawn is a passionate and dedicated educator with over two decade of experience in youth ministry and Christian education. Holding a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from University of South Florida, she has a talent for engaging in faith-based programs that resonate with young people. Dawn has worked with various youth organizations, assisting in retreats, Bible studies, and summer camps, and is known for her ability to connect with students and inspire their spiritual and personal growth. Outside of her professional work, Dawn enjoys spending time with her family, the outdoors, gardening, traveling, and volunteering at her church, where she works with the middle school youth.

Gina Misenhelder

Gina is the Artistic Director for CYT Tampa Bay. She is also currently the drama teacher at Northbay Christian Academy and part time homeschooling momma with a young, theatrical daughter! As she says - “Every day in my house is a musical!” Seeing firsthand the benefits of performing arts in building confidence and social skills, she and her husband Derek, are so excited to begin this CYT journey in Florida! Gina holds a Bachelor's degree in Media Productions and has worked on various TV and film projects. She has enjoyed working with children for many years, and is so excited to be making history by teaching Improv this first session with CYT Tampa Bay!

Gracie Pitt

Gracie Pitt has her Bachelors of Fine Arts in Acting from Liberty University. She loves performing, making people laugh, bringing new characters to life, and making people's day a little bit brighter through her acting. She also loves to direct stories that ultimately reflect the glory of God. She has worked with children of numerous age groups at camp, school, and church. When she is not directing, she enjoys being outside exploring, drinking iced coffee, and hanging out with her friends and family.

Lauren Selvia

Lauren Selvia is from Tampa, FL. She attended Auburn University where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Theatre. Lauren has been teaching theater, voice, and directing for two years and she is passionate about teaching students to use their talents to glorify Christ by performing for an audience of One. She is ecstatic about teaching at CYT Tampa Bay and cannot wait to see what the Lord has in store for this fall!