Take Note Troupe puts on high quality performances that are beautiful to watch and entertaining! However, the main focus of Take Note Troupe is teaching their kid's life skills of finding happiness no matter the circumstances! They are a gem in the community and kids come out truly changed for the better! ​I highly recommend seeing their shows, especially the free Shakespeare in the Park performances that are done as a service to the community and a chance for the kids to be contributors to free family friendly entertainment! read more

This was brought to my attention through an ad for their production of Taming of the Shrew. For whatever reason in a region of Sacramento that is almost exclusively white they chose to set it in an Indian/Punjabi style. With Shakespeare you can reiterate it however you want since it is public domain. But because of this fact they should've taken into account that majority of the actors auditioning for this show were not the correct ethnicity for such a setting. If they were locked in on their iteration, then they should have done a call for actors of Middle Eastern and African decent. This is appalling in 2026. Do better. read more

I just saw the Take Note Troupe's production of Much Ado About Nothing last night. I really wasn't expecting much from such a young cast, but these guys were unbelievable -- the dancing, the singing, the acting. I also enjoyed the Beatles music, the simple yet elegant staging for this play, and the choreography. My friends, who don't generally enjoy Shakespeare, really liked it as well. Well done, cast and crew! You have a new fan. read more

I was in Folsom for a Yelp Elite event and decided to explore historic Sutter Street afterward. I saw a large gathering of people at Zittel Family Amphitheater and heard a loudspeaker, so I went to take a look, hoping for live music. Even better, I had arrived just in time for a free "Shakespeare in the Park" performance of Romeo & Juliet! The production is put on by Take Note Troupe (TNT), a nonprofit community theater organization for young people. A kind family with two teenagers in the play allowed me to sit by them and offered me one of their lawn chairs. The mother had been there reserving seats since 4 PM, so I really lucked out! The family shared the history of TNT and its participants. Two homeschooled teens asked their mothers to them Shakespeare, and this eventually led to the birth of this community Shakespeare in the Park. 10th graders to recent high school graduates were allowed to audition for this first-time Shakespearean tragedy choice. Usually, a Shakespearean comedy is picked. Most of the participants are from Roseville, and rehearsals are also in Roseville. However, students from as far as Auburn and Galt will participate as well. As I wasn't expecting to watch an outdoor performance, I wasn't prepared to be outside for hours. The first half was nearly 1.5 hours. I didn't bring water, a jacket, or a blanket. After the sun goes down and with the location near Lake Natoma, the temperature becomes cool and breezy. The Folsom amphitheater also didn't seem to have many public restrooms, so I decided to leave at intermission. I had been out since 3 PM, so I was getting tired. I would have stayed for the full performance had I been prepared. The modernized Romeo & Juliet performance was fun. I liked the group dance performances set to upbeat music. Juliet was impressive with her elocution. The balcony scene didn't look or feel right to me; I think I wanted more romance and eye contact. Some characters, like the nurse and the impulsive, easily offended young men involved in the fights, came across as comical or foolish, which I never realized before. I appreciated the costume color coding of the Montagues (blue) and the Capulets (gold). Because I didn't know the cast, I followed along with script. I noticed some omissions. Not sure if that was intentional, perhaps to keep the play shorter or more PG. Or perhaps people forgot their some of their lines? I doubt most people would notice. Here are the remaining Romeo & Juliet performances: https://jaimehughes.com/takenotetroupe/events/ Tue 6/6/23 Zittel Family Amphitheater in Folsom 7:30 PM to 10 PM Wed 6/7/23 Zittel Family Amphitheater in Folsom 7:30 PM to 10 PM Thu 6/8/23 Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin 7:30 PM to 10 PM Fri 6/9/23 Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin 7:30 PM to 10 PM Sat 6/10/23 Quarry Park Amphitheater in Rocklin 7:30 PM to 10 PM Many thanks to Take Note Troupe for the lovely Monday evening entertainment! Free admission, but donations are greatly appreciated. read more

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I love TNT. It's a great theater group for kids. I've made a lot of friends. I like that they use Play Theory - which is a great guide to life. We learn about lookinging outward, being present, letting go and playing, and accepting and building. These things will help me in my life. -Jackson (age 15) read more

When I first started at Take Note Troupe (TNT) I was nervous. I quickly learned the importance of the play theories: Accept and Build; Be Present; Look Outward; and Let Go and Play. I realized that all the other youth were great examples, super friendly, and positive, not just at TNT but also in their communities because they chose to use the play theories all the time. I'm happy to be part of TNT and I think you would too. read more

Amazing program for youth and children that teaches skills and principles that they will remember for the rest of their lives! I participated as a teenager and wouldn't trade my experience for the world! This non-profit organization provides FREE Shakespeare in the Park to parks all around the Sacramento area including Roseville, Folsom, and Auburn. They also do improv, musicals, summer camps, and other classes! My family loves Take Note Troupe! To whoever is reading this review: I bet your family will love it too!! read more

My daughter took the Summer Improv Class. She really enjoyed learning improve techniques. Delving in to play theory, specifically being in the moment, really resounded for her. She said she has tended to think in terms of lines instead of Characters and it makes her mess up. Focusing on just being the character feels more comfortable and natural. read more

I have always been a reserved and shy kid with quite a bit of anxiety. Growing up, it was always difficult for me to speak out or move out of my comfort zone, and do things that I wasn't used to doing. But through Play Theory, I gradually started to change and grow. Play theory principles have become a groundwork for my life, and through many Play Theory classes and TNT performances, I have changed. I am more comfortable with stepping out of my comfort zone and doing things that are a push for me. The principle "Let go and play" has especially helped me, and overall TNT classes have been so beneficial for my personal growth over the years. Taking a step back and seeing how much of a different person I have become since the beginning of my TNT journey made me realize how much I have grown, and I am so thankful for it now as a teen. read more

Ever since I was little, Take Note Troupe has been a big part of my life. It has really influenced me and helped me learn how to Look Outward and be the best that I can. They teach four Play Theory principles that have helped me learn how to be happy and more confident. I'm also getting better at acting and improvisation. read more