San Diego Junior Theatre

Most of the yelp reviews have been removed unfortunately, so posting one here. Instructors were lovely and our kids responded very well to them. Suggestions for change would be more communication throughout about what is going on (unable to watch them at this particular program). My biggest concern is safety, as the program grounds are literally swarming with homeless people (hanging out in the bathroom, etc.) The kids are using those bathrooms and coming and going through these areas and staff would be unable to manage their safety should anything happen. It's scary for me and my little one. Addendum: Appreciate the thoughtful response by SDJT. It does help to know that there are supports in place for the kiddos and that they are only using the locked restrooms. Thank you again for the reassurance.

My children love their classes here. Super affordable compared to other options in San Diego. Friendly teachers. A long and impressive history.

Administrative staff lacks compassion. Our children weren't engaged in their classes (by no fault of the instructors) and despite any fine print, we asked if there was a chance for a prorated refund due to my husband losing his job. The response we received, "I am sorry your boys weren’t ‘motivated’ and that your family is having some personal issues. Unfortunately though since the classes are more than half over we are unable to offer any sort of refund." Although we didn't anticipate a reply in our favor, what we didn't foresee was such a callous and impersonal reply (we had enrolled our daughter and son). We love supporting the arts scene of San Diego but not an organization (non-profit or otherwise), that has such little disregard for their patrons.

The San Diego Junior Theatre operates as an independent, nonprofit organization for the benefit of children throughout San Diego County, and is the oldest continuing children’s theatre program in the country — its productions have entertained well over a million theatregoers since its beginning in 1948! My Brother performed with this troupe of thespians in the 1950's. Having watched so many performances, I can attest that these young actors together with their directors, know how to put on a great show!

Parking is a mess on weekends, give yourself plenty of time to find parking. Kids put on a great performance! Theater could work on their AC system, it was stuffy and warm in there!