Tolland Youth Services Community Theater (TYSCT)

Tolland Youth Services Community Theater (TYSCT) has been a cornerstone of Tolland Youth Services since 1997, offering engaging summer productions that are eagerly anticipated by the community. Participation in TYSCT goes beyond performing arts; it provides youth with valuable opportunities to explore their creativity, build self-esteem and self confidence, and to develop essential life skills. By connecting youth with peers and supportive adults in the community,the program encourages positive relationships and promotes personal growth and the healthy development of young people through meaningful involvement in the arts

TYSCT 2026 Summer Musical... is the Wizard of Oz!

Registration for the 2026 Program is now closed for all ages. All registration forms returned will be placed onto a Wait List. We are thrilled with the overwhelming response from the community this year! 

 For more information regarding this summer's program, access our brochure here.

Give the Gift of TYSCT! Donate to this year's TYSCT Scholarship fund
by clicking here!
This fund supports scholarships for registration and costume fees for families in need in the community. Donations of all amounts can make a big impact.

For more information, contact Tolland Youth Services at: tysctmusical@gmail.com.

A huge congratulations to the cast
and crew of High School Musical!
This summer, 134 youth participants — 115 cast members and 19 crew members, ages 5 to 18 — came together to deliver two incredible performances filled with energy, talent, and heart. Their hard work paid off with an outstanding turnout — 1,294 tickets sold! We are beyond proud of our talented performers, skilled crew, and dedicated staff. A heartfelt thank you goes out to the supportive parents and volunteers who help make these productions possible. Your time, effort, and encouragement mean the world to us.

We appreciate the donations we are continuing to receive from the community on our online platform and will keep the website open for donations! Click here to donate! https://tysct.ludus.com/donate.php

For more information contact Teresa Kristoff, Assistant Director of Human Services at 860-871-3612! or tysctmusical@gmail.com

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

TYSCT Alumni

Many talented performers have graced the stage at TYSCT, including noteworthy alumni Alexander Pires and Matt Gudernatch, who have gone on to achieve great success in the music and drama industries. Over the years, countless TYSCT graduates have pursued higher education and careers in theater, music, and the arts, crediting their experiences with TYSCT as a foundation for their creative journeys. Our program is proud to inspire and nurture the next generation of performers, leaders, and industry professionals.

Production History

Summer Musicals:

Coffee House Performances:
2009 to 2019

Fall Drama/Comedy:
1998 – Twelve Angry Jurors
1999-2004 – Evening of One-Act Plays