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Virginia Children's Theatre

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The Virginia Children's Theatre (VCT), founded in 2008, is a vibrant cultural institution in Roanoke, Virginia, offering high-quality theatrical experiences for children and families. VCT’s productions include literature-based musicals, concerts, and issue-driven plays designed to inspire, entertain, and empower young audiences. Whether attending a musical theater performance or enjoying a family-friendly concert, visitors experience the transformative power of the arts.

Located at the Community High School of Arts & Academics, VCT’s mainstage performances engage both children and adults. VCT also offers a range of educational programs, including acting, singing, and dancing classes, camps, and private lessons for young performers from kindergarten through high school.

As a key player in Roanoke’s cultural scene, VCT has positively impacted over 132,000 individuals through theater education and outreach programs. Whether you are visiting for a performance or enrolling your child in a theater class, Virginia Children's Theatre offers enriching experiences that celebrate creativity and community.

Visit the Virginia Children's Theatre website for upcoming performances, tickets, and program details.

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  • Directions: The Roanoke Children's Theatre performs in The Jefferson Center. Easy Directions to The Jefferson Center: Turn onto Wells Avenue and travel past the back of the Hotel Roanoke. Go to the end of Wells Avenue to the traffic light. Turn left onto Gainsboro Rd. Turn right on to Campbell Avenue. Turn left onto 5th Street and turn right onto Luck Ave. You can park in the parking lot on your left. The Jefferson Center is located on the right, just past the YMCA.
  • Major Access Routes: I-581, US 220, US 460
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  • Thursday Hours: 7:00 PM
  • Friday Hours: 7:00 PM
  • Saturday Hours: 3:00 and 5:00 PM
  • Sunday Hours: 3:00 PM
  • Admission Rates: Orchestra Seating $25; Adults $20; Youth and Seniors $15
  • Credit Card Types Accepted: Visa, MC, AmEx, Discover
  • Handicap Accessible: Yes
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  • Additional Information: Standard Performance Times listed above. The RCT Box Office Opens 1 hour before performances begin, and seating begins at one half hour before the performance. Call the Jefferson Center Box Office: 540-345-2550. Roanoke Children's Theatre Office hours are M-F 9:00 - 5:00 PM. Office phone: 540-400-7795