2025-2026 SEASON

Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR. takes center stage at Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan in a spirited, high-energy production full of magic, mischief, and the power of imagination! Based on the beloved book, this 60-minute adaptation follows Matilda Wormwood—a clever and courageous young girl with a love of books and a sharp wit—as she stands up to the tyrannical adults in her life and discovers she has some extraordinary abilities.

With catchy songs, memorable characters, and plenty of laughs, Matilda JR. is a celebration of resilience, friendship, and finding your voice. Don’t miss this inspiring story brought to life by PYTMI’s incredible young performers!

Performance Dates:

Cast A:

Friday, December 5 - 6:00pm

Saturday, December 6 - 2:00pm & 8:00pm

Sunday, December 7 - 12:00pm

Cast B:

Friday, December 5 - 8:00pm

Saturday, December 6 - 12:00pm & 6:00pm

Sunday, December 7 - 2:00pm

Cast C:

Friday, December 12 - 7:00pm

Saturday, December 13 - 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Sunday, December 14 - 12:00pm

Hadestown: Teen Edition brings the award-winning Broadway hit to the stage with a bold new voice, performed by the talented teen cast of Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan. This powerful adaptation of Anaïs Mitchell’s acclaimed folk opera reimagines the ancient Greek myths of Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone, in a hauntingly beautiful world where love battles fate.

Set to a mesmerizing score of folk, jazz, and blues, Hadestown: Teen Edition invites audiences on a journey to the underworld and back, asking timeless questions about trust, hope, and the power of storytelling. This reimagined version is crafted specifically for young performers while preserving the heart, soul, and unforgettable music of the original.

Performance Dates: (Subject to Change)
Friday, March 13 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, March 14 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, March 15 – 2:00 PM

Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS hits the stage at Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan in a fur-tastically fun musical adventure perfect for the whole family! Based on the classic animated film, this 30-minute adaptation follows Pongo and Perdita, two devoted Dalmatians on a daring mission to rescue their puppies from the clutches of the outrageous villain Cruella De Vil.

Filled with lovable characters, catchy tunes, and plenty of tail-wagging excitement, this high-energy production celebrates courage, teamwork, and the power of family. Don’t miss this paw-some performance by our talented young cast!

Performance Dates: (Subject to Change)

Pups Cast:

Friday, March 20 - 6:00pm

Saturday, March 21 - 2:00pm & 8:00pm

Sunday, March 22 - 12:00pm

Spots Cast:

Friday, March 20 - 8:00pm

Saturday, March 21 - 12:00pm & 6:00pm

Sunday, March 22 - 2:00pm

Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. dives under the sea with Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan’s talented young performers in this 60-minute musical adventure! Based on the beloved animated film, this enchanting tale follows Ariel, a curious mermaid who dreams of life beyond the ocean. When she makes a daring deal with the sea witch Ursula, Ariel trades her voice for a chance to live on land and win the heart of Prince Eric.

Featuring beloved songs like “Part of Your World,” “Under the Sea,” and “Kiss the Girl,” this youth-friendly adaptation brings all the magic, music, and heart of the original to the stage. Join us for a vibrant, family-friendly production that celebrates bravery, love, and finding where you truly belong.

Performance Dates: (Subject to Change)

Wave Cast:
Friday, May 22 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 23 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 24 – 2:00 PM

Shell Cast:
Friday, May 29 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 30 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, May 31 – 12:00 PM

PYTMI’s new 24-Hour Play Project, a brand-new initiative launching June 1–7, brings artists together for an exciting one-week theatre creation sprint as we adapt, rehearse, tech, and perform a brand-new production of The Ice Cream Play. Playwrights, actors, producers, and technicians of all experience levels are invited to join this fast-paced, collaborative process, working with a minimal budget and maximum creativity to bring an original show to life in just one week. If you love bold collaboration, quick problem-solving, and the thrill of building a performance from the ground up, this initiative offers a unique chance to help stage a brand-new production in record time and share it with a live audience.

Performance Date: (Subject to Change)
Saturday, June 7 - 7:00 PM

Anything Goes sets sail with Professional Youth Theatre of Michigan’s talented young performers in this high-energy classic musical comedy! Aboard the S.S. American, nightclub singer Reno Sweeney, lovestruck stowaway Billy Crocker, and a zany cast of passengers find themselves tangled in romance, mistaken identities, and hilarious hijinks on the high seas.

Featuring Cole Porter’s timeless hits like “I Get a Kick Out of You,” “You’re the Top,” and “Anything Goes,” this dazzling production brings old-school Broadway charm to life. Join us for a toe-tapping, laughter-filled voyage that proves anything really does go when love—and music—are in the air!

Performance Dates: (Subject to Change)

Anchor Cast:
Friday, August 28 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, August 29 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, August 30 – 2:00 PM

Buoy Cast:
Friday, September 4 – 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 5 – 2:00 PM & 7:00 PM
Sunday, September 6 – 12:00 PM