A few weeks of classes we hold auditions for our upcoming production. In all four of our companies, anyone who is in the classes is eligible to audition, and anyone who auditions gets a part in the show somewhere—after all, we are a theatre education organization!
The Early Stages Company (for ages 5-6) present a small, 10-15 minute play at the conclusion of their classes. The Players Company (for ages 7-9) performs traditional children’s theatre, usually folk tales and fairy tales. Ensemble Company (for ages 10-12) produces original works written by the students of the Ensemble under the guidance of Executive Artistic Director Aimee Reid. Teen Company (for ages 13-18) alternates between comedies and dramas, tackling the various challenges between finding the laughs and presenting thought-provoking work. Productions are twice a year for each company. Auditions occur a few weeks into classes, and rehearsals start shortly thereafter. Performances are after the 10 weeks of classes. These are usually major productions with lots of colorful scenery and costumes. This gives the cast a true theatrical experience. A note about all of our productions: All of the technical work—lights, sound, props, scenery, and the rest—is handled by the students in the program. Truly and totally “Theatre by children, for children” (of all ages!).