Take the Stage with YES Theater

YES Theater gives RVSD students the opportunity to experience the magic of live theater, on stage and behind the scenes.

Beginning in 3rd grade, students can participate in fully staged school productions led by professional children's theater directors and performed at the local San Anselmo playhouse. Whether your child loves performing, wants to try theater for the first time, or is interested in what happens backstage, there's a place to get involved.

Every student who auditions is cast. Scholarships are available.

2026/27 Productions
Learn about Kid Tech
Season Schedule

2026/27 Theater Season

  • White Hill | Fall

    Directed by Alexandra Fry & Thomas Peterson
    Performances: Dec. 4-6, 2026

    Register for Cast: Aug 18 Register for Kid Tech: Aug 18

  • Brookside

    Directed by John Diaz Performances: January 29-31, 2027

    Registration opens: Sept. 28

    [VIEW PRODUCTION DETAILS]

  • Hidden Valley

    Directed by Nic Moore
    Performances: Feb. 5-7, 2027

    Registration opens Oct. 5

    [VIEW PRODUCTION DETAILS]

  • Manor

    Director to be announced
    Performances: Mar. 12-14

    Registration opens Nov. 9

    [VIEW PRODUCTION DETAILS]

  • Wade Thomas

    Director to be announced
    Performances: Mar. 26-28, 2027

    Registration opens: Dec. 14

    [VIEW PRODUCTION DETAILS]

Open Registration

How YES Theater Works

Theater for Every Student. YES Theater is designed to give students a welcoming, high-quality theater experience—whether they're seasoned performers or stepping onto the stage for the first time.

Open to Students in Grades 3–8

Students can participate in the production offered through their school beginning in 3rd grade.

Perform at a Local Playhouse

Each production culminates in live performances for family, friends, classmates, and the broader community.

Everyone Gets a Role

No previous theater experience is required. Students participate in an audition workshop that helps directors assign roles, and every student who completes the audition process is cast.

Scholarships Are Available

YES Theater is a tuition-based program subsidized by the YES Foundation to help keep participation accessible. Scholarships are available to families who need additional support.

Theater registration fees are separate from annual family giving to the YES Foundation.

Led by Professional Directors

Students rehearse with experienced children's theater directors and work together to bring a fully staged production to life.

Ready to get involved?
Students can take the stage as part of the Cast or go behind the scenes with Kid Tech.

Two Ways to Participate

Find Your Place in the Production

JOIN THE CAST

Sing. Act. Dance. Create.

Cast members participate in rehearsals, learn their roles, work as an ensemble, and experience everything that goes into bringing a live production to the stage.

No prior theater experience is necessary, and every student who auditions is cast.

[FIND YOUR SCHOOL & REGISTER]

Register

JOIN THE KID TECH

Curious about what happens behind the curtain?

Kid Tech gives students the opportunity to learn about the technical side of theater, including lighting, sound, and stage management, while working alongside the production team.

Kid Tech spaces are limited and filled through a lottery. Students must be available for the full technical and performance commitment for their school's production.

[VIEW KID TECH DETAILS]

View Kid Tech Details

Your Questions, Answered

  • We offer a range of solutions designed to meet your needs—whether you're just getting started or scaling something bigger. Everything is tailored to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • We combine a thoughtful, human-centered approach with clear communication and reliable results. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it that sets us apart.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • We offer flexible pricing based on project type and complexity. After an initial conversation, we’ll provide a transparent quote with no hidden costs.

  • Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things moving.

2026/27 Season Schedule

White Hill fall play rehearsals are Tuesday/Thursday beginning September 8, 2026; tech week is November 30 - December 3, 2026, and performances are December 4-6, 2026. Rehearsals end at 5:30.

Brookside rehearsals are on Monday/Wednesday/Friday beginning October 19, 2026, tech week is January 25-28, 2027, and performances are January 29-31, 2027. Rehearsals end at 5:30 M/F and 4:15 W.

Hidden Valley rehearsals are Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday beginning October 27, 2026; tech week is February 1-4, 2027 and performances are February 5-7, 2027. Rehearsals end at 5:00 T/Th and 3:45 W.

Manor rehearsals are TBD beginning the week of December 7, 2026; tech week is March 8-11, 2027 and performances are March 12-14, 2027. Rehearsals end at 5:30 M/T/Th/F and 4:00 W.

Wade Thomas rehearsals are TBD beginning the week of January 5, 2027; tech week is March 15-18, 2027 and performances are March 19-21, 2027. Rehearsals end at 5:30 M/T/Th/F and 4:00 W.

White Hill spring musical rehearsals are TBD beginning the week of January 11, 2027; tech week is March 22-25, 2027 and performances are March 26-28, 2027. Rehearsals end at 6:00 M/T/Th/F and 5:00 W.

The YES Theater program follows a rotating annual calendar among the elementary schools. Each year, the school whose production season concludes last will begin first the following year, and so on.

Kid Tech

The YES Foundation's Theater Program allows students to join the technical crew through the Kid Tech program, where they learn and operate lighting, sound, and stage management under adult supervision. Enrollment is via a lottery system due to high interest and limited spots. Selected students are notified by email and must fully register, while non-selected students are waitlisted.

Kid Tech activities include after-school classes, a Saturday workshop, a Playhouse tour, technical rehearsals, and weekend performances. Commitment is crucial, with illness being the only excusable absence.

Students interested in both Kid Tech and the cast should enter the Kid Tech lottery and attend Cast Workshops. If selected for Kid Tech, only register for that program; if they choose to join the cast, register accordingly.