Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions offer 8 to 10 week classes for students ages 4-18.
Learn MoreInstructors are qualified in teaching and/or performing, and strive to be excellent role models.
Learn MoreClass: | Age: | Chapter: | Location: | Day: | Time: | Start: | End: |
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Blend it Like Broadway | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Broadway Bound | 6-8 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Calling the Show: Stage Management for Teens | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Collaborative Choreography | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Comedy vs. Drama! (Bridge) | 10-14 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Do-Re-Mi! Voice for Kids | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Feel! Move! Express! - for Kids | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Feel! Move! Express!- for Teens | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Grace in Motion: Intro to Lyrical Dance | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Musical Theater for Kids- Willy Wonka | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Musical Theater for Kids: Newsies! | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Musical Theater for Teens: TBD | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Our Gang! | 4-7 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Reader's Theater for Kids | 8-12 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Sell a Song | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Speak Up: The Art of Voice Projection | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Thu | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Wigs! (Bridge) | 10-14 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 4:30pm - 6:00pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
Worship Through Dance | 13-18 | New Braunfels (Fall 2025) |
The CYT Blackbox | Mon | 6:30pm - 8:30pm | Aug 25 | Oct 13 |
It is my great pleasure to be involved in all aspects of theater. I am currently employed as a teacher at First Baptist Kids Academy. I love working with children and being with them. I can't wait to see where God leads us this season.
Gospel recording artist Cristal Byrd (formerly Cristal Smith) is a native of San Antonio, TX. An actress, singer, songwriter and producer, Cristal is labeled as a contralto and formally trained as a mezzo-soprano with a vocal range that spans five and a half octaves. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio Texas. She also holds a Master of Arts Degree from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri, and is on track to complete her Doctor of Education from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia by December 2025. Cristal has been referred to as a modern-day Mahalia Jackson by fans and critics alike and has received critical acclaim across the country. Her voice imbues a deep full-bodied quality reminiscent of an era well before her time. While classically trained, Mrs. Byrd has developed a unique musical style that is all her own. She performs music in several different languages including French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Spanish and Yiddish. However, her desire is to minister to the hearts of the people so that no matter what language she’s singing the music is understood because the audience can feel it “within their soul”. Her greatest joy is lifting up the name of Jesus and her soul’s content lies in the fact that she is a child of God. Her mission is to spread the word of God to every nation and hamlet so that all those who hear will ask: “What must I do to be saved”? She shares her heart, her soul and most importantly her faith in God in every lilting note. Mrs. Byrd has performed across the United States and recently in Israel. Some of her most notable performances include solo appearances at the Washington National Cathedral, the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis as well as multiple solo performances with the San Antonio Symphony. She was a featured artist on the WRAL Gospel Program “Spiritual Awakenings” in Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, an up-and-coming artist on Dr. Bobby Jones Presents in Nashville, Tennessee, the Stellar Awards Showcase in Las Vegas Nevada, the Gospel Music Workshop of America’s Annual Leadership Meeting Musical Showcase and the “Oh Give Thanks” virtual concert. She was also featured as an artist to watch on “The Sande Rose Show”, of the 2022 Stellar Awards Internet Radio Station of the Year, WVTC Radio Network in Detroit Michigan. Her most recent solo performances include appearing with The Cactus Pear Music Festival in San Antonio, Texas, the Progressive National Baptist Convention Conference in St. Louis, Missouri, the Rise Up and Let’s Go Conference in Omaha, Nebraska, and the 2023 GMA Dove Awards Showcase in Nashville, Tennessee. Cristal has opened for numerous Gospel recording artists including Dr. Bobby Jones, Tamela Mann, Kelly Price, Pastor Kim Burrell, The Mississippi Mass Choir and many more. In 2021, Cristal was cast as the understudy to Grammy Award Winner Tamela Mann’s character “Spirit” in the critically acclaimed play by Danielle Gulley, Perpetual Innovations Entertainment entitled “The King”. In 2022, Cristal made her Off-Broadway acting debut with New York playwright Chad Lawson Cooper in the play presented by Great Faith Entertainment entitled “Justice On Trial”, in which she played the role of Mamie Till, Emmett Till’s mother. For the past two and half years, she has continued traveling with the national touring cast of “Justice on Trial,” after being promoted to playing the feature role of juror Charlotte in which she has received critical acclaim and outstanding reviews across the country. She also starred in the national touring cast of Chad Lawson Cooper’s Off-Broadway play entitled “Family Mess” in 2022, playing the role of the youngest daughter in the family, Michelle. In addition to her performing career, she is also a private vocal coach in New Braunfels, Texas where she currently instructs thirty plus students during the week. And in February 2025, she was offered the opportunity to become a new member of the Artistic Team for the Christian Youth Theatre of San Antonio/New Braunfels. Cristal has also recently completed her sophomore Christian album scheduled to be released by the end of the year. Cristal is a member of Second Baptist Church in San Antonio, Texas, where the Reverend Dr. Robert L. Jemerson and Mrs. Jacqueline Jemerson are her Pastor and First Lady.
Erica grew up dancing in New Braunfels. She began taking studio classes at the age of 4 and trained in Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Lyrical, Contemporary, Pointe, Kick, Pom, and Hip Hop. She was a New Braunfels High School Monocera, serving as Lieutenant Colonel her junior year and Colonel her senior year. She earned the honors of Platinum award-winning Officer, 3rd place Solo Finalist, and Miss High Kick at State competition her senior year. She was also selected for a special performance group that traveled to Hawaii with HTE Dance, a company she worked as an instructor for after high school. After high school she also attended Blinn College on a dance team scholarship, where she got to compete at NDA Nationals in Daytona Beach with the National award-winning Blinn College Treasures. She eventually transferred to and graduated from Texas A&M University (whoop!) where she continued to perform with Dance Arts Society. She served as the director of the St. Joseph Royalette Dance Team in Bryan and has choreographed for several middle school and high school dance teams over the years, as well as taught at local studios. She is now settled back in New Braunfels with her husband, John, and daughters, Ellie Grace and Kenna Rose. She is thankful she gets to share her love of performing with her girls, and has Ellie Grace to thank for venturing back into the world of dance at CYT! Erica is also the Director of Kids Ministry at King’s Community Church.
Heather Stubblefield loves everything Jesus and dance. Her greatest joy is dancing for Jesus. Heather was a member of the award winning International and National Kingwood Fillies Drill team in high school. She graduated from the University of Texas at San Antonio where she received her Bachelors in Communications with a concentration in Public Relations. She danced for a very short season on the UTSA Dance Team. She grew up in studio dance from the age of 3 and took classes in tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, hip hop, ballet, pointe, and contemporary. Her love for Jesus and dancing didn’t start until college where she found Jesus through the dancers at CBC. Heather taught and choreographed for CBC for nearly 7 years. She has worked with ages 1 all the way to middle school and high school. She took a short break from teaching to be a stay at home mom. She has danced and taught a worship dance class called Talitha Cumi for the “You Are” Conferences. She currently choreographs for and teaches worship dance at her church Freedom Fellowship where she has been an active member for 3.5 years. She also has had the honor and blessing of starting Worship Dance Camp along side of some incredible individuals at her church. It’s been one of her greatest blessings getting to teach children how to dance and worship Jesus. This is also her 7th year as a trained children’s leader for BSF and just recently started working at Studio 149 as a dance instructor. She is also a member of the adult company at Psalm 149 Dance Ministries where she gets to dance at nursing homes and various community events. She is so unbelievably blessed that God has opened doors for her to use her gifts for Him in many different avenues. Her greatest achievement is definitely being a mom. She is a “stay at home mom” transitioning back to work. She has 3 beautiful children and has been married to her wonderful, supportive husband for 13.5 years. She is very excited about all God is doing at CYT and is honored to be called a teacher here. She can’t wait to meet all of you and see you in the studio.
I’m a homeschool mom to 3 boys. I enjoy reading and volunteering at my children’s activities.
With over 20 years of experience in the hairstyling industry, Kristin is thrilled to bring her passion for hair and theater to CYT. Her journey into the world of wigs began when her daughter, Paisley, joined CYT and fell in love with the magic of theater. Inspired by her daughter's enthusiasm, Kristin began assisting with wigs for CYT musicals, merging her expertise in hairstyling with the vibrant energy of the performing arts. As a former stage artist for Aquage, Kristin traveled the country, teaching classes in salons and at hair shows, sharing her knowledge and creativity with fellow stylists. She has extensive experience in editorial styling for magazines and marketing, specializing in wigs and extension hair. Additionally, she has contributed her skills to runway hair for fashion shows at Texas State University for several years. For the past 13 years, Kristin has had her own studio in New Braunfels, TX, where she continues to share her love for hair artistry. She believes that hair is not just a profession but a true passion. Join Kristin as she teaches teens the art of wig styling and the transformative power of hair in theater. Together, they will explore creativity, self-expression, and the joy of bringing characters to life through hair!
Kyleigh has a passion for helping kids learn and grow in the arts. Being a CYT alumna, she hopes to bring kids the same joy she experienced as a student. She has taught multiple sessions at CYT, and has had the opportunity to work as a musical director, choreographer, and assistant stage manager. She is so grateful to be teaching at a theater with a Christ-centered focus, which is something she prioritizes in both her personal and professional life. Kyleigh is thankful for the opportunity to teach this session, and cannot wait to work with a great group of teens!
Mary Grace has taught public school, private school, and homeschool for eleven years, and she has been involved with CYT for two years. She loves watching how different personality types engage in theater, and how each one brings something unique to a performance. Seussical the Musical gives the opportunity to explore literature and theater in the fun and whimsical world of Doctor Seuss! Students will explore the themes of personal value, courage, and perseverance alongside the theater basics of acting, singing, and dancing. Our main focus is Fun and Character Building. Come join us!
Monica is excited to join CYT this session! Her theatrical journey began at just 14 years old when she took the stage with her high school drama program and competed in One Act Plays. This early experience ignited a deep passion for the arts, leading her to pursue acting classes as an adult and to make appearances as an extra in films like Miss Congeniality and Man of the House. Over the past seven years, Monica has been actively involved with CYT alongside her daughters. In her spare time, she loves spending quality time with her family and homeschooling her children.
Hey CYT Families! My name is Nathan Carnes and I have been blessed to be involved in this wonderful organization, with my 3 kiddos, for the last 3 years. I love theatre and the performing arts. I grew up actively involved in it and have enjoyed seeing my kids love it as well. I am looking forward to teaching Drama vs. Comedy and Musical Theatre for Teens this round of classes! See you soon!
Roxy is so excited to bring voice lessons to the young musicians of CYT! She raises and homeschools her 3 rambunctious boys with her husband of 13 years, Luke. Roxy holds a degree in Vocal Performance from Texas Tech University where performance experience spanned from Opera and choral music, to Musical Theatre. She has been teaching private voice for 15 years, teaching exclusively with choirs in the Northeast Independent School District from 2014-2022. Now she will be finishing her 3rd year teaching private voice to students enrolled in choir at schools in New Braunfels ISD as well as from her home where she teaches all grades. Roxy has coached countless students successfully through school solos, Musical Theatre auditions and competitions, college auditions, UIL solo competitions, and Texas All-State Choir Auditions. She truly enjoys getting to know her students beyond their voice and help them cultivate a love for their God given gift to use for His glory. When Roxy is not teaching, or being a busy mama and wife, she uses her gift to serve with the amazing Worship & Creative Arts team at Northeast Bible Church! It is such a great joy to be a part of what God is doing at CYT. Soli Deo Gloria!
Saundra Decker began her dance and performance journey (a long time ago) at the age of 6. She was a competitive dancer, twirler and singer throughout her childhood accumulating over 100 national titles as well as over 1,000 awards for her performances. She graduated from West Virginia University with a degree in Theater Arts and a minor in dance. She was crowned Miss West Virginia in 1987 and competed at the 1988 Miss America Pageant where she received a non-finalist talent award and the Cavalier Talent Scholarship award. She was co-owner and instructor of Performer's Academy in San Antonio, Texas, a studio providing ballet, jazz, tap and baton twirling for all ages for over 10 years. As a choreographer, Mrs. Decker has also coached numerous State Champion colorguards for high schools in Texas and surrounding states. Saundra most recently choregraphed CYT's mainstage productions of Legally Blonde Jr. and Matilda Jr. She homeschooled her daughter, Cassidy Decker for 9 years and has loved giving her the opportunities to grow and blossom with her God given gifts and talents. CYT has been a second home to Saundra and her family and she is more than excited to help her CYT students to learn, grow and become proficient and expressive in their dance skills. Mrs. Decker would like to thank her amazing husband, Mike Decker, for his undending love, support, encouragement and patience.
Teagan is a CYT and CCT alumna, and she has performed in over 20 musicals since 2017, including a recent professional debut in the San Pedro Playhouse’s 2024 production of West Side Story. As a sophomore in college at Liberty University, she is studying online to obtain a BS in Digital Design with a focus in Character Design. With a love of theatre and even greater love for the Lord, Teagan is thrilled to have the opportunity to help students grow in a Christ-centered environment. From helping with CYT classes and camps to teaching as an intern choreographer in CYT’s production of Pinocchio Jr., Teagan’s love for theatre has grown throughout the years, and she is looking forward to sharing her love for dance with the teens as they use their God-given gifts to grow in confidence and glorify the Lord!