A.C.T. of Ct

Youth Choir

Fall Session: September 8 - December 11, 2026
Winter Session: January 5 - April 1, 2027
Grades: (incoming) 2nd graders - (incoming) 12th graders

  • "We have been so happy with the program - one of the best kids activities we have encountered over the past couple years!"

    -Meredith Kalish

A.C.T. of CT's Choir is an opportunity for young singers to learn proper and healthy singing technique, choral music reading skills, and the art of singing in harmony, all while exploring music from a variety of musical genres.

The Choir is led by Choral Director Deborah Penn and will perform a Winter and Spring Concert.

The Choir is open to all students in grades 2-12. Beginning this season, our choir program will divide into two ensembles: Youth Choir (2nd–7th Grade) and our Teen Choir (8th–12th Grade). This structure is designed to provide students with instruction and repertoire that are developmentally appropriate while also allowing them to grow their individual musical abilities. 

Students who fall outside of the age guidelines may be admitted at the discretion of the Director. Please contact education@actofct.org for further information.

Attendance at all rehearsals is expected; known conflicts may be cleared by the Director, in advance. All rehearsals will take place in Ridgefield, at A.C.T. of CT (36 Old Quarry Road) or another Ridgefield location.

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Focus: Musicianship & Vocal Performance

Ages: (incoming) 2nd graders - (incoming) 12th graders*

*Beginning this season, our choir program will divide into two ensembles: Youth Choir (2nd-7th Grade) and our Teen Choir (8th - 12th Grade).

Dates:
Fall/Winter 2026 Schedule: September 8 - December 11

  • Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00pm

  • Dress Rehearsal: Wednesday, December 9 at 5:00-7:00pm

  • Performance: Friday, December 11 at 7:00pm at A.C.T. of CT

  • Community Performances:

    • Holiday Stroll Friday: December 4th , Time TBA

    • Founders Hall, Ridgefield, Holiday Party: Thursday, December 10 at 5:30pm

Winter/Spring 2027 Schedule: Jan 5 - April 1

  • Rehearsals: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:00pm

  • Dress Rehearsal: Wednesday, March 31, 5:00pm-7:00pm

  • Performance: Thursday, April 1 at 7:00pm at A.C.T. of CT

  • Community Performances:

    • MLK Day Celebration at Ridgefield Playhouse: January 18, Time TBC

    • Ridgefield Station: April 6, Time TBC

Tuition:

Full Season:
Early Bird, July 20 - August 31: $1200/child
‍After August 31: $1300/child

Fall or Winter:
Early Bird, July 20 - August 31: 2026 $650/child
‍After August 31: $700/child

Sibling discounts and scholarships available.

Deborah Penn

Director of A.C.T. of CT Youth Choir

Deborah Penn holds degrees in music education from Ithaca College and Queens College. She has served as the founding director of the A.C.T. of CT Youth Choir since its inception in 2018. Formerly the Preschool and Lower School Music Teacher at Ridgefield Academy, she has also taught in the Commack School District (NY) and in Randolph (NJ), directing bands, choirs, and musical theater programs. An accomplished clarinetist and pianist, Mrs. Penn has performed and accompanied extensively throughout the Tri-State area and maintains a private teaching studio in her Ridgefield home, where she lives with her husband and four sons.

Sneak Peek from Past Seasons

Top Questions

  • Rehearsals are on Tuesdays from 5-7pm, with an additional Dress Rehearsal on the day before the performances.

    Attendance at all rehearsals is expected; known conflicts may be cleared by the Director, in advance. All rehearsals will take place in Ridgefield, at A.C.T. of CT (36 Old Quarry Road) or another Ridgefield location.

  • Tuition is $650.00 per session, or $1200 for the season with our Early Bird discount for registration July 20 - August 31. From September 1, tuition will be $700 per session and $1300 per season.

    A.C.T. also offers a discounted rate of $600/session each for siblings.

  • The choir will be divided into two groups based on age and experience. The younger singers will learn repertoire that is appropriate for their developmental level, while the older singers will work on more challenging music, including two- and three-part harmony.

    The groups will rehearse separately at the beginning of the season to focus on their individual repertoire. They will also come together to rehearse and perform several combined selections, which will be featured at the concerts.

  • A.C.T. of CT will refund in full, cancellations that occur up to 4 weeks before the commencement of a production or program. Cancellations occurring with less than 4 weeks notice prior to the first rehearsal or session will receive a 50% refund. No refund will be provided for cancellations in the week prior to the commencement of the program or production.

  • A.C.T. of CT is committed to following all guidance and/or regulations relating to COVID-19, as set forth by the CDC, the State of Connecticut, the Town of Ridgefield and Actors' Equity Association, as may be applicable at the time of each program or production.

    More information will be provided in the month(s) prior to the commencement of the program or production.

  • Need-based financial assistance is available through A.C.T. of CT’s scholarship program. Learn more and apply here: First ACT!

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Still have questions? Email education@actofct.org.