Category Archives: How to

Teacher Tips: Creative Movement Steps for Young, Difficult Children

Posted on August 24, 2012 by jcortez

Parents often enroll their children in CYT movement classes at the suggestion of doctors when their children have behavioral, sensory, or developmental disorders. Many CYT teachers might feel overwhelmed in this situation. However, all you need is patience, creativity, and … Continue reading →

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How To: Create Cinderella’s Carriage

Posted on June 13, 2011 by jcortez

Our latest “How To” is from CYT Chicago- the video below explains how to create Cinderella’s carriage! The carriage was made for their Spring 2011 production of Cinderella.

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Show Director Update: Tips for Memorizing Lines

Posted on March 2, 2011 by SarahSumpolec

So you’ve gotten a part in your CYT musical – congratulations!! Whether it’s your first or your 15th role, every actor eventually hits a time when the number of lines seems daunting to them. No matter what the size of … Continue reading →

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How To: Create the Music Man Train Scene Progression

Posted on December 22, 2010 by jcortez

Here’s our latest how to- the progression of the Music Man Train Scene, contributed by CYT Houston Set Designer Cindy Johnson: First, [get] your basic tan wall. Tape and frame the windows out for the future ‘salesmen train.’ We’ve got … Continue reading →

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How To: Building the Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Car

Posted on December 10, 2010 by BAbrahamsen

I had just finished typing the Music Man synopsis on our website when I received the email that the rights to Chitty Chitty Bang Bang had just been released. It was literally the day before we were to announce our … Continue reading →

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How to: Finding a Quality Teacher

Posted on December 2, 2010 by jcortez

As CYT continues to grow, so do the number of blog topics we cover. Many of you already network with other CYT’s around the nation and/or scour our National Resource Library to find the secrets of the CYT trade- only … Continue reading →

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How To Become A Graphic Designer: Q & A With Travis Russell

Posted on January 8, 2010 by jcortez

Travis Russell is the Communications Director here at CYT National. He sat down (from fear of writing) and answered my questions on how to become a graphic designer. Great job on the CYT Fashion designs. Can you tell me how … Continue reading →

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