The Charleston Youth Company

The Charleston Youth Company Charleston Youth Company is a nonprofit youth musical theatre company for grades 1–12, founded in 1978. We train in vocal, dance, acting & stagecraft.

Our mission is to create success through performance by building leadership, confidence, teamwork & more The Charleston Youth Company, Inc. was founded in 1978 by Chuck Long. It grew from the seeds planted by parents who wanted a program where their children could come together weekly, learn about the arts, and experience performing while using their creativity. Forty-two years later there are 5 c

ompanies today-Senior, Junior, Sophomore, Freshman and Technical-keeping the dream alive! Our mission is to be the highest quality performing arts company of the Greater Charleston Area comprised of 1st through 12th grade students with the support of their families and community members. This professionalism is accomplished through encouraging, developing, and utilizing artistic talent in music, voice, dance, art, drama, and technical production through cooperation, self-discipline, and teamwork. The C*C promotes integrity and self-confidence, fosters creativity, and encourages an appreciation of the arts. Today, Chuck Long is the Producer/Founder/CEO. Our staff includes: Tracy Duffy-Assistant to Producer, Emily Romer-Sr/Jr Co choreographer; Kelsey Ashy-Sr Co Choreographer; Sara Gamble-Freshman/Sophomore Choreographer, Chuck Long and Sara Gamble are the Vocal Directors for all Performing Companies, Brandon Robertson-Sound Engineer & Technical Director for staging and rigging, Tracy Duffy-Microphones, Harvey Rogers Technical Director and master builder. Support Staff: Bob Mays-Webmaster. We produce two major shows a year - The Winter Spectacular in late January and the Spring Spectacular in late April. C*C has been in residence at the historic College of Charleston Sottile Theatre for over 20 years. Don’t miss these amazing shows by some of the best developed talent you have ever seen! Also don’t miss our Black and White Ball and Auction held at The Elks Club the third weekend in March. Auditions for our yearlong program are held in August by appointment only. Website:
www.charlestonyouthcompany.com
[email protected]

🛍️Come treasure hunting for a great cause!Join us for the Charleston Youth Company Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May ...
05/19/2026

🛍️Come treasure hunting for a great cause!

Join us for the Charleston Youth Company Community Yard Sale on Saturday, May 23rd from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at 7 Amy Elsey Drive, Charleston, SC 29407.

This special community yard sale features items generously donated by our amazing C*C families. From furniture and home décor to unique treasures, there’s something for everyone!

❤️ 100% of proceeds go directly to supporting Charleston Youth Company, our nonprofit youth musical theatre organization.

Every purchase helps provide local children and teens with opportunities to perform, grow, and shine on stage.

Bring a friend, shop for a cause, and support the arts in our Charleston community!

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Thrifters, mark your calendars! 🛍️✨Join us for the 1st Annual Charleston Youth Company Yard Sale and shop for amazing fi...
05/10/2026

Thrifters, mark your calendars! 🛍️✨

Join us for the 1st Annual Charleston Youth Company Yard Sale and shop for amazing finds while supporting a great cause!

📅 Saturday, May 16
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 7 Amy Elsey Drive, Charleston, SC 29407

Find furniture, home décor, and hidden treasures while supporting Charleston Youth Company. Every dollar raised helps provide musical theatre opportunities for local young performers.

🎶 100% of proceeds benefit our nonprofit youth musical theatre programs.

Bring a friend, shop for a cause, and support arts education in Charleston! ❤️

🚨✨ AUDITIONS ARE ALMOST HERE! ✨🚨Charleston Youth Company 2026–2027 Performing CompanyThis is your moment to shine 🎭And w...
04/29/2026

🚨✨ AUDITIONS ARE ALMOST HERE! ✨🚨
Charleston Youth Company 2026–2027 Performing Company

This is your moment to shine 🎭
And we want your talent!

📅 FIRST ROUND: Saturday, May 30th
🔗 Register now: https://charlestonyouthcompany.com/auditions

🌟 SENIOR COMPANY (Grades 8–12)
Ready to take your training to the next level? Senior Company performers are featured throughout our productions while building advanced skills in dance, acting, and vocal performance — plus leadership, confidence, and stage presence that lasts a lifetime.
🗓 2 days/week + 2 Saturdays/month

🌟 JUNIOR COMPANY (Grades 5–8)
Grow your skills and step into the spotlight! Junior Company performers train in all areas of theatre while performing in major sections of each show — building confidence, creativity, and teamwork along the way.
🗓 1 day/week + 1 Saturday/month

🌟 SOPHOMORE COMPANY (Grades 1–5)
Start your theatre journey here! A fun, supportive introduction to performing where young stars build confidence, imagination, and a love for the stage 💫
🗓 Weekly classes

🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT AT AUDITIONS
• New students: Vocal + Dance
🎶 Vocal: Perform a cut from our provided song list
💃 Dance: Learn a short combo in a small group

At Charleston Youth Company, we don’t just train performers — we build confidence, connection, and community ❤️

No matter your experience level…
✨ there is a place for you here ✨

👀 Want to see what we do?
Come see our final show of the season this Friday & Sunday!
🎟 Ticket link: https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

Step into the memories that stayed with her. 🎭From her younger self to who she is now, Lena’s journey is shaped by the m...
04/28/2026

Step into the memories that stayed with her. 🎭
From her younger self to who she is now, Lena’s journey is shaped by the moments she never let go of — always connected by the orange scarf that follows her through it all.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

Step into a theatre where memories come to life. 🎭In our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage, the Echoes are mo...
04/25/2026

Step into a theatre where memories come to life. 🎭
In our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage, the Echoes are moments, emotions, and experiences so powerful they never faded — instead, they take shape onstage, helping Clara rediscover the parts of herself she thought were gone.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

Step into the moments that made her who she is today. 🎭From her younger self to where she stands now, Clara’s love for t...
04/24/2026

Step into the moments that made her who she is today. 🎭
From her younger self to where she stands now, Clara’s love for the stage never truly left — always reflected in the red shoes and bow that follow her through every memory.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

You’ll see the moment these three became inseparable — even after all these years. 🎭From the very beginning, Clara, Ben,...
04/23/2026

You’ll see the moment these three became inseparable — even after all these years. 🎭
From the very beginning, Clara, Ben, and Lena found something in each other that never faded — a friendship that stayed with them no matter how much time passed.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

Some friendships don’t miss a beat. 🎭When Clara, Ben, and Lena reunite, it’s like no time has passed — the same laughter...
04/23/2026

Some friendships don’t miss a beat. 🎭
When Clara, Ben, and Lena reunite, it’s like no time has passed — the same laughter, the same connection, and the same love for the place that brought them together.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

What happens when they find that fearless energy again? 🎭With the Fearless Echo beside them, Clara, Ben, and Lena are re...
04/22/2026

What happens when they find that fearless energy again? 🎭
With the Fearless Echo beside them, Clara, Ben, and Lena are reminded of the confidence, joy, and boldness they once had — and what they’re capable of when they step back into it together.

Get ready for our 2026 Spring Spectacular: Echoes of the Stage!

What to Expect:
This heartwarming story performed by Charleston area students in 1st–12th grade, Echoes of the Stage is a heartfelt musical about coming home, remembering who you were, and finding the courage to begin again. When Clara returns to the theatre of her youth on the eve of its demolition, she’s swept into a magical journey through memory, music, and self-discovery—guided by echoes of her past and the people who helped shape her. This high-energy, family-friendly show celebrates the power of storytelling, friendship, and the places that raised us.

⭐ Event Details:
🚨Please note: our Saturday performance has been moved to Sunday at 3:00 PM.
When: May 1 & MAY 3RD 2026 at the College of Charleston Sottile Theatre
Time: Friday – Show 7:00 PM | SUNDAY – Show 3:00 PM
🎟 Tickets are available online now — https://cofc.evenue.net/events/C*C

Address

7 Amy Elsey Drive
Charleston, SC
29407

Opening Hours

Monday 5:30pm - 8pm
Tuesday 5:30pm - 8pm
Wednesday 5:30pm - 8pm
Thursday 5:30pm - 8pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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+18437664007

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