Conceived and originated in 1984 by Diane Price, the Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company is a teenage performing arts company sponsored by the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department & The Friends of the Company. Members range in age from 13-19 and are selected by open audition.

Now in its 25th year, YPTMTC continues to offer instruction in drama, voice, acting, dance and technical theatre. YPTMTC gives inspired individuals the opportunity to experience musical theatre at a professional level.

Commitment is the sole price of belonging to the Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company. Members are not charged a monetary fee during the school year and there is a nominal fee for the summer program.

The Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company has always been a way for teens from many different middle schools, high schools, and ethnic backgrounds to make new and lasting friendships. Our purpose is not to create the “stars of tomorrow” but rather build self-esteem in the participants and get teens in touch with who they are. Many of the Company are continuing to study theatre, dance and music in college and have been cast in professional productions. All alumni who have applied to arts colleges for scholarships have received them.

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Uncle John’s Tree Lights Up for the Holidays

December 3, 2019 | by RPD Communications

SAN FRANCISCO – Following a countdown led by Mayor London Breed, the San Francisco Recreation and Park Department turned on the holiday cheer this evening, along with 550 dancing lights illuminating the city’s official holiday tree. The 90th annual Holiday Tree Lighting, a celebration with free activities and live entertainment … Continue reading →

YPTMTC Fiddler on the Roof

February 5, 2015 | by Adela Dominguez

YPTMTC presents Fiddler on the Roof! Join us and support the amazing teens who have worked very hard to prepare and perform this amazing production!

YPTMTC Open Auditions for The Fantastiks

February 5, 2015 | by Adela Dominguez

teens on stage dressed in 50's era costumes

We are looking for teen interested in theatre to join us for auditions! AUDITION DATES Friday, March 6, 4–7 p.m. Saturday, March 7, 12–1 p.m. CALL BACKS Saturday, March 7, 1–4 p.m. … Continue reading →

Teen Musical Theatre Production of “Godspell”

January 31, 2013 | by Elton Pon

This February, come see Rec and Park’s Young People’s Teen Musical Theatre Company’s production of “Godspell“, the gospel of St. Matthew told through hippie characters living in New York City in the late-1960s and early-1970s. TICKETS: $15 general; $10 student/seniors can be purchased brownpapertickets.com. For more information, click here, or … Continue reading →