Children's Theatre of Elgin & Fox Valley Theatre Company

Children’s Theatre of Elgin and Fox Valley Theatre Company are not-for-profit 501(c)(3) companies based in Elgin, Illinois. Who are we? The oldest, the largest, and the simply one-of-a-kind children’s theatre companies in the area! We develop programs that offer a maximum number of children, youth, and young adults an affordable opportunity to experience performing arts productions, either as participants or audience members.

Mission:

The mission of these companies is

To provide high-quality theatrical experiences for children & young adults…by children & young adults.
To encourage family support and participation in theatre.
To make live theatre affordable and accessible.
To instill a standard of performance excellence.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE OF ELGIN (CTE) is for children and youth age 7-15 years who have completed 1st grade but have not yet completed 9th grade.