Chicago Youth Shakespeare proudly stands in solidarity with the black community and with all those who protest against racial injustice and inequality.
who we are
We are Chicago Youth Shakespeare (CYS), a nonprofit organization dedicated to putting Shakespeare in the hands of teenagers.
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what we do
CYS provides innovative Shakespeare learning programs and performances that connect young people across Chicagoland with Shakespeare and with each other. We are committed to providing a safe space that welcomes students of all backgrounds, and to fostering a diverse community of creative and compassionate global citizens.
the cys ensemble
Chicago's only professional youth Shakespeare company
summer shakes
our 6-week intensive for high school students
cys in-schools
Shakespeare programs and performances for K-12 students during the school day
why we do it
CYS has brought together over 8000 Chicago area teens from more than 70 different neighborhoods, schools, and communities. Our programs are literally changing lives. but don't take our word for it...
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Become a friend of CYS today and change the life of a teenager forever.
