El Paso KIDS-N-CO.

El Paso KIDS-N-CO. El Paso KIDS-N-CO. is El Paso's only non-profit community theater (with an emphasis on education) for families and young people in the El Paso area. KIDS-N-CO.

The El Paso KIDS-N-CO. Theatrical and Performance Center serves more than 25,000 young people and their families yearly through its five main stage productions, education programs and outreach components. As the only major, non-profit organization in El Paso focusing solely on youth and family theater, KIDS-N-CO. builds bridges of understanding between generations and cultures, instilling an early

appreciation of literature, social studies, art and the performing arts in tomorrow’s artists and patrons. Founded by Jan Wolfe, Chet Frame and Yvonne Carranza, KIDS-N-CO. educates and involves young people of all backgrounds in the theater arts. Through its programs, KIDS-N-CO. fosters self-esteem and self-discovery by emphasizing discipline, integrity, team-building, and communication skills in a positive and creative environment. promotes access to theater arts for families who do not have regular opportunities to appreciate theater in their lives because of economic, cultural, or other barriers. believes that theater provides a unique learning opportunity, which exposes children & adults alike to ideas and imagery that reflect their own experiences and challenge their own understanding of the world in which we live. To this end, KIDS-N-CO. aims to engage and inspire children, and to produce theater that reaches beyond the stage. Young people are not charged to participate in productions. Budget requirements are met through grants, corporate & individual donations, and other fundraising activities. Funds are used for costumes, scripts, royalties, building material, paint, tools, the monthly lease, utilities, payroll etc. programs are made possible through support from the Price's Give 'Em Five Fund, Peter Piper Pizza, tthe Robert E. & Evelyn McKee Foundation, the Hunt Family Foundation, and the Wells Fargo Foundation.

NORTH SHORE MADE THE NEWS.The halls of North Shore found their way to KVIA ABC-7’s Good Vibes Only — and we couldn’t thi...
09/04/2026

NORTH SHORE MADE THE NEWS.

The halls of North Shore found their way to KVIA ABC-7’s Good Vibes Only — and we couldn’t think of a better name for what’s happening on our stage.

KVIA ABC-7 stopped by to meet the young El Paso performers bringing Mean Girls High School Version to life and to share a little of the talent, heart and hard work behind this production.

These students have taken familiar characters and made them their own. They’ve rehearsed, learned, laughed, stretched themselves and stepped onto that stage night after night ready to tell this story.

Now El Paso gets a little peek behind the curtain.

Watch the Good Vibes Only feature, then come experience the real thing.

And if you’ve been telling yourself, “I still need to see Mean Girls…”

This is your reminder. The Burn Book is almost closed.

FINAL PERFORMANCES
September 11 & 12 |
7:30 PM
1340 Murchison

Read and watch the KVIA feature here:

Good Vibes Only: Mean Girls musical returns to El Paso - KVIA https://share.google/jJiIkaq916qqDWiZt

Same students. Bigger stories. One last weekend at North Shore.

Some KIDS-N-CO. memories only need one photograph.In 2010, members of the cast of W***y Wonka and the Chocolate Factory ...
09/04/2026

Some KIDS-N-CO. memories only need one photograph.

In 2010, members of the cast of W***y Wonka and the Chocolate Factory had the opportunity to perform at Region 19’s “Culture in the Classroom” event on the historic Plaza Theatre stage—and meet Sonia Manzano, known to generations of children as Maria from Sesame Street.

Longtime KIDS-N-CO. photographer Stella Gutierrez was there to capture the moment.

Through the Lens is our photographic memory series: one image, one memory, and another glimpse into the history of KIDS-N-CO.

See Stella’s photograph and her memory of that day in the newest Through the Lens on our Substack, KIDS-N-CO. News.

https://substack.com/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=10mgsb

Were you there? What do you remember?

Tonight’s show starts before the curtain goes up.Meet the young performers bringing North Shore to life and discover mor...
09/04/2026

Tonight’s show starts before the curtain goes up.

Meet the young performers bringing North Shore to life and discover more of the incredible work behind Mean Girls High School Version in our Digital Playbill.

Inside, you’ll find our cast and crew, special features, video bios, production highlights, and more about the talented young artists you’ll see onstage tonight.

Already seen the show? Take another look and get to know the people behind the characters.

Joining us tonight? Open the playbill before the show and meet the cast before they take the stage.

Mean Girls High School Version
Tonight at 7:30 PM
1340 Murchison

"OPEN THE MEAN GIRLS DIGITAL PLAYBILL"
https://www.flipsnack.com/56DEACA8B7A/kids-n-co-present-mean-girls-the-musical

Then come see all that talent come alive onstage.

Kids-N-Co. on KTSM!We were thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with KTSM and talk about Mean Girls: High School...
09/03/2026

Kids-N-Co. on KTSM!

We were thrilled to have the opportunity to sit down with KTSM and talk about Mean Girls: High School Version, our talented young performers, and the work happening at Kids-N-Co.

A very special thank you to KTSM for welcoming our team and giving us the opportunity to share our production with the El Paso community. We are grateful for local media that continues to make space for young artists and local theater.

Watch the full interview:
KTSM: El Paso’s Kids-N-Co. presents Mean Girls: High School Version
https://www.ktsm.com/news/el-pasos-kids-n-co-presents-mean-girls-high-school-version/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Then come experience Mean Girls for yourself.

FINAL PERFORMANCES
September 11 & 12
7:30 PM
1340 Murchison

Thank you again, KTSM 9 News, for putting the spotlight on our performers and our theater.

Mean Girls: High School Version is made possible through the generous support of Peter Piper Pizza.

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — Kids-N-Co. Performing Arts & Education Center will present “Mean Girls: High School Version” on Friday, Aug. 28. Director Raul Chavez and actor and director …

Mean Girls is making news!KFOX-TV joined us last night for a behind-the-scenes look at Mean Girls: High School Version a...
09/03/2026

Mean Girls is making news!

KFOX-TV joined us last night for a behind-the-scenes look at Mean Girls: High School Version and caught up with Sarah Kim (Cady Heron), Alex Garcia (Regina George), and our director, Raul to talk about the show and the incredible work happening on our stage.

We’re so grateful to KFOX14/CBS4 for shining a spotlight on our talented young performers and Kids-N-Co.!

And guess what? We’re back on stage TONIGHT! 💗

TONIGHT — September 3
7:30 PM

Can't make it tonight? You still have two more chances:

September 11 & 12
7:30 PM
1340 Murchison

Come see Cady, Regina and the rest of North Shore for yourself!

Made possible through the generous support of Peter Piper Pizza.

Behind every student finding their way, there’s usually a teacher somewhere in the story.Tonight, we’re giving the teach...
09/03/2026

Behind every student finding their way, there’s usually a teacher somewhere in the story.

Tonight, we’re giving the teachers their flowers — including our own North Shore educator, Ms. Norbury, brought to life by Mia Carreon and Vanessa Payan.

Through Ms. Norbury, we see the many sides of a great teacher: celebrating the wins, offering encouragement, keeping students on track, and sometimes simply being the person standing in their corner.

And while Mean Girls gives us plenty to laugh about, there’s something very real underneath it.

Teachers take on so much more than what appears in a lesson plan. They teach. They listen. They encourage. They challenge. They notice. And every day, they help young people figure out who they are becoming.

So tonight, as Ms. Norbury steps onto our stage, we’re also celebrating the real teachers in our community who show up for young people every day.

Thank you for all you do.

Mean Girls High School Version
Tonight 7:30 PM
Kids-N-Co.
1340 Murchison

Come meet the students — and the teacher trying to survive them.

Tickets!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/mean-girls-4

Maybe you’ve watched from the audience long enough. It might be your turn to take the stage.Our Fall Classes begin Septe...
09/02/2026

Maybe you’ve watched from the audience long enough. It might be your turn to take the stage.

Our Fall Classes begin September 12, and there is still time to join us.

This fall, we’re especially excited to open the rehearsal room to adult performers ages 18+—from experienced actors looking to sharpen their craft to complete beginners who have always wondered what it would be like to step onstage.

Led by Thomas Gandrup, Adult Acting will introduce students to foundational approaches associated with Uta Hagen and Sanford Meisner. Students will explore presence, listening, truthful response, character development, stronger acting choices, and authentic connection with scene partners.

The class will then bring those developing skills to Shakespearean text and performance—exploring how to approach the language, uncover character and intention beneath the words, and make classical material feel alive onstage.

Students will work toward a live performance on November 21.

No previous acting experience is required. Come with experience, come after years away from the stage, or come simply because you’ve always wanted to try.

ADULT ACTING with Thomas Gandrup
Ages 18+
Saturdays, 6–9 PM

And our younger performers still have time to join us, too:

MUSICAL THEATER PERFORMANCE with Ariel Robles
Ages 8–18
Saturdays, 9 AM–12 PM

YOUTH THEATER ACTING with Raul Chavez
Ages 8–18
Saturdays, 2–4 PM

All three classes begin September 12 and culminate in a live performance on November 21.

Registration is still open, but the clock is ticking.

Instagram: Tap the link in our bio and select Fall Classes Registration.

Facebook:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/fall-classes

Questions?
[email protected]

Come learn the craft. Take the risk. Find your voice. Take the stage.

LEARN. CREATE. PERFORM.

The lights went up. The music started. And North Shore came alive.Opening weekend gave us the laughter, applause, nerves...
09/01/2026

The lights went up. The music started. And North Shore came alive.

Opening weekend gave us the laughter, applause, nerves, joy, and unmistakable magic that happens when months of hard work finally meet an audience.

And the best part?

We get to do it again.

Tomorrow night, our young performers return to the stage for another weekend of Mean Girls High School Version — and there’s still a seat waiting for you.

If you’ve been meaning to come, make this the weekend.

If you’ve never experienced a Kids-N-Co. production, come discover what happens when young artists are given a stage and the chance to shine.

And if you already joined us? Bring someone new and experience it all over again.

Mean Girls High School Version
Returns tomorrow night at 7:30 PM
Kids-N-Co. | 1340 Murchison
Performances continue through September 12.

Come for the story. Come for the laughter. Come for these young performers.

Tickets are available through the link on our page.

Opening night was a hit — and we’re just getting started.The lights went up, the cast brought the energy, and North Shor...
08/30/2026

Opening night was a hit — and we’re just getting started.

The lights went up, the cast brought the energy, and North Shore officially came to life. Now we’re ready to do it all over again tonight!

If you’ve been looking for something fun to do in El Paso this weekend, come discover Kids-N-Co.

Mean Girls High School Version is packed with music, laughs, big personalities, and a talented group of young performers who are having an absolute blast bringing this show to the stage.

Never been to one of our productions? Come see what you’ve been missing.

Bring your friends. Bring the family. Come laugh with us and support young performers doing what they love.

TONIGHT AT 7:30 PM
Kids-N-Co.
1340 Murchison

Can’t make it tonight? Performances continue through September 12.

Tickets are available through the link on our page.

North Shore is open. Come join the fun.

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1340 Murchison
El Paso, TX
79902

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+19152748797

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