• HOME
  • ABOUT JBT
    • Contact Us
    • About Christie Jeter
    • JBT Programs
    • Testimonials
    • Gallery
    • Beyond the Backyard
  • SHOW INFORMATION
    • Buy Tickets
    • Registration
    • JBTSummer
  • STUDIO CALENDAR
  • JBTeam
  • GIVE BACK
  • More
    • HOME
    • ABOUT JBT
      • Contact Us
      • About Christie Jeter
      • JBT Programs
      • Testimonials
      • Gallery
      • Beyond the Backyard
    • SHOW INFORMATION
      • Buy Tickets
      • Registration
      • JBTSummer
    • STUDIO CALENDAR
    • JBTeam
    • GIVE BACK
  • HOME
  • ABOUT JBT
    • Contact Us
    • About Christie Jeter
    • JBT Programs
    • Testimonials
    • Gallery
    • Beyond the Backyard
  • SHOW INFORMATION
    • Buy Tickets
    • Registration
    • JBTSummer
  • STUDIO CALENDAR
  • JBTeam
  • GIVE BACK



TRAINING, PERFORMANCE, AND TRAVEL


JBTeam is a group of motivated performers in training to represent Pittsburgh at the Junior Theater Festival. With events all over the world, Junior Theater Festival is the largest celebration empowering youth in musical theater! 


We are honored to support JBT Kids Helping Kids - JBTeam kids and families working together to serve children in need.    


What is the Junior Theater Festival?

Welcome to the world's largest celebration of youth musical theater! There is a place for everyone here, from the most outgoing actor, to the shyest theater lover, to the tech kid who wants to learn it all. A weekend like no other, immerse yourself in the most positive, uplifting experience you've ever had, meeting new friends from all over the world while seeing one of a kind events featuring Broadway stars, learning from some of the best in the industry, and having the time of your life!

JTF Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at jeterbt@yahoo.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

The JBTeam is a group of motivated performers that travels to the Junior Theater Festival, an international festival that is the largest celebration of youth musical theater. We have won numerous awards at JTF, and are the only group in Pennsylvania that attends the festival!


We present an adjudication piece that consists of 15 minutes of material from a Broadway Junior show, and receive feedback from a panel of judges made up of industry professionals. In addition to performing, there are classes, workshops and panels covering a variety of topics. Mainstage events are a group favorite, where we have been treated to performances from a wide range of Broadway stars and industry luminaries, like Cynthia Erivo, Pasek and Paul, Alan Menken, Adam Jacobs, Caissie Levy, Megan Hilty, and so many more!


The JBTeam begins rehearsals in December, meeting one a week until traveling to JTF. Mention slam/show?


Interested in Joining the JBTeam?

We'd Love to Hear From You!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

JBTeam Awards and Honors

Junior Theater Festival Europe - Birmingham, England

  • 2024 Achievement in Dance

Junior Theater Festival - Atlanta, GA

  • 2025 Excellence in Ensemble Work
  • 2024 Excellence in Music
  • 2023 Excellence in Dance
  • 2022 Excellence in Music
  • 2019 New Works Showcase Performance
  • 2018 Excellence in Ensemble Work
  • 2017 Excellence in Acting
  • 2016 Excellence in Acting
  • 2014 Outstanding Production
  • 2013 All-Festival Male Performer: Jake Pedersen
  • 2013 Director's Slam Award: Christie Jeter
  • 2012 Outstanding Achievement in Music
  • 2011 Outstanding Production
  • 2010 Spirit Award

Junior Theater Festival West - Sacramento, CA

  • 2023 Excellence in Acting
  • 2020 Outstanding Production

National Performing Arts Festival - Orlando, FL

  • 2022 Superior Ranking

Junior Theater Festival - Sugarland, TX

  • 2021 Excellence in Music
  • 2021 Excellence in Ensemble Work

Copyright © 2025 Jeter Backyard Theater - All Rights Reserved.

Powered by

This website uses cookies.

We use cookies to analyze website traffic and optimize your website experience. By accepting our use of cookies, your data will be aggregated with all other user data.

Accept