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YATS is thrilled to announce that this year’s Fall Musical will be The Music Man. One of Broadway’s most beloved classics, The Music Man tells the story of fast-talking salesman Harold Hill, who arrives in small-town Iowa determined to swindle the locals by selling them band instruments and uniforms for a band he has no intention of forming. His plans are complicated when he falls for Marian, the town’s sharp-witted librarian. Packed with unforgettable songs such as “Seventy-Six Trombones,” “Trouble,” and “Till There Was You,” this heartwarming show celebrates community spirit, romance, and the transformative power of music. We are delighted to return to Le Point d’Eau in Ostwald. This wonderful venue has been home to many of our most memorable productions, and we can’t…

Lycée Pontonniers’ annual Talent Show promises to be extra special this year! This time, the event will take place at the Salle Marcel Marceau in Strasbourg, on March 18, 2026, at 19h30. Once again, proceeds will go towards the PONTOLINKFORLIFE charity. Students from the Lycée International des Pontonniers will showcase their abilities in belly dancing, singing, rock music, poetry, and many other surprising talents. As ever, YATS talents are sure to be on the billing! All funds raised during the Show will be donated to PONTOLINKFORLIFE who help support local pediatric services and education for young people around the world. In 2025, the funds raised were donated to the Sokomar charity in Cambodia to finance the purchase of uniforms and scooters for young orphan students,…

Our audiences loved Annie Jnr (2013), Seussical Jnr (2014) , Beauty and the Beast Jnr (2015), Fame Jnr (2016), Anything Goes (2017), How to Succeed in Business (Without Really Trying) (2018), Grease (2019), Oklahoma! (2020), Annie (2021), Guys and Dolls (2022), Fiddler on the Roof (2023), Shrek (2024), and in 2025 they were blown away by Oliver! So what’s the next jaw-dropping show by YATS going to be, in Fall 2026? The first person to guess our next production correctly on Facebook or Instagram will win 2 free tickets to the show! The 2nd and 3rd correct guessers will also receive some exclusive YATS merch! Think big, think bold, think Broadway and drop your guess (or your dream musical!) into the comments on our Facebook…

Samuel is in the Spotlight Shows: How to Succeed…, Grease, Oklahoma, Annie, Urinetown, Guys & Dolls, The Humans, Fiddler on the Roof. I’m currently writing this on the plane back to London, where I am in my second year of a bachelor’s degree in Economics at University College London. Although my studies are becoming more challenging and, to my dismay, I’m spending more time in the library than in the pub, I’m really enjoying the whole process. Over the past couple of years, I’ve moved to the other side of the fourth wall, taking on the role of the spectator. Being so close to the West End, I’ve had the chance to see quite a few plays and musicals. A notable highlight was Nicholas Hytner’s…

Happy New Year to all our YATS fans, friends, and supporters. We are very happy to be back and into a busy start to the year. Our workshops are officially back in full swing, and the Musical Theatre Workshop group is currently devising and rehearsing our new Spring Musical! There is also plenty happening behind the scenes too. This week, sealed envelopes were sent to our board members outlining the shortlisted musicals for our Fall spectacular, which they will be voting on very soon. We are also delighted to welcome two interns from Syracuse University who have recently joined the YATS team, they will be with us until the beginning of May. Ava will be supporting our workshops on Wednesdays, and Callan will be helping…

Spread the word! We are looking for three courageous souls to get (more) involved in YATS and help out on our soon-to-be-announced 2026 productions. No prior experience is necessary. What matters most is your enthusiasm, availability, and a good grasp of English and French. 1. Communications Manager This role involves publicizing YATS activities throughout the year. You’ll take photographs and reels during rehearsals and performances, maintain our Instagram feed and other social media platforms, and ensure that news about YATS reaches local English and French-speaking communities, as well as potential audiences in neighboring areas of Germany and further afield. You will build relationships with press, radio, and TV stations, to bolster audiences when ticket sales are underway. Would suit anyone with bags of energy and…

Our Young Actors can’t buy that wonderful feeling of being on stage, to keep in a box and see at their leisure. Indeed, when the final curtain falls, the tears often start. The post-show blues are perfectly normal after six months of pouring heart, energy, and soul into something magical — when suddenly, it’s all over. But there’s something you can do to cheer our young actors up! If you purchased tickets for any performance, you’ll soon receive an email inviting you to rate the show (out of 5 stars) and share a short review — in any language you like. (You’ll get multiple emails if you attended multiple shows.) They will treasure your words of appreciation and it will encourage them to look forward…

It’s official: Oliver! has been a record-breaking success! With just 7 tickets remaining (at the time of writing) for tonight’s performance and tomorrow night completely sold out, this production has drawn the biggest audiences we’ve ever seen in our 12-year history. A huge thank you to everyone who has come out to support our incredible cast! After the final curtain falls tomorrow night, we’ll kick off one of our favorite YATS traditions: the after-show cast party! After dedicating a special copy of the show poster for each other, all members of the cast and backstage crew come together over a big celebratory meal — usually featuring pizza, ice cream, fizzy drinks, and plenty of laughter — to share stories, reflect on their experiences, and, yes,…