Category Archives: Youth Theatre

[title of show] runs June 29th, July 2nd, July 6th – 9th at Cincinnati Actor’s Studio & Academy

CASA_Title of ShowJoin CASA for this love letter to the musical theatre — a uniquely American art form — and to the joy of collaboration

Cincinnati, OH – June 27, 2023
What does it take of ourselves when we create?

[title of show], taken from the space on the festival’s application form which asks for the “[title of show],” follows Hunter and Jeff and their friends on their journey through the gauntlet of creative self-expression. In the span of 90 minutes, they write and perform their show at the festival and learn lessons about themselves as people, friends, and artists.

Ticket and Production Details
Performances will be on Thursday, June 29th, July 2nd, July 6th – 9th, all shows at 7:30pm. All performances will be at Essex Studios (2511 Essex Place, Studio 282B, Cincinnati, OH 45206.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online at https://casastudio.booktix.com or at the door.

For more details, visit www.casastudioacademy.com or CASA’s Facebook page
(@CasaStudioAcademy).

*Presented through special arrangement with Concord Theatricals*

CAST:

Hunter: Nick Swope
Jeff: Evan Rogers
Susan: Gina Cerimele-Mechley
Heidi: Sabrina Mack
Mary: Melody Wallace

PRODUCTION:
Director: Kayamarie Roll
Assistant Director: Em Ivanov
Assistant Director/Choreographer: Eva Sias
Stage Manager: Erin Caudill

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
[title of show] is a story about five individuals in New York trying to navigate their way through their own self-doubt and creativity. The two men, Hunter and Jeff have three weeks to write an original musical for a theatre festival. The two decide to write their show about two guys writing a musical. Though a comedy, this show delves into real questions asked by theatre artists every day. This show not only highlights the perseverance it takes to be a theatre artist but depicts the incredible friendships that are made along the way.

So, come and support some of your local theatre artists! You may just make a friend or two.

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CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY Comes to Life

SRMTC_Charlie and the Chocolate FactoryLocal Youth Actors perform the classic story June 30 – July 1

Williamstown, KY – Stage Right Musical Theatre Company is thrilled to present “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” through their arts education program “Rising Stars Academy” June 30
and July 1st at Grant County High School’s Theatre.

For three weeks, 25 young artists ages 8-18 have worked together with industry professionals to bring Roald Dahl’s classic story to life in a fun and inventive way. The program is headed by local artist Mikinley Grace Lustenberg, who serves as the production’s director as well.
“For eight years Stage Right has done what it does best: provide high-quality arts education to the young artists of Grant County and the surrounding region,” Artistic Director John Siedenberg II said, “We’ve reached hundreds of families through our summer camps and we can’t wait for Grant County to see what these young artists have been working on this summer.”

The program, beginning in 2016 allows students of all levels to work together to bring a production to life. Some students have been performing since they were little while others are joining Stage Right to make their performing debut.

“These young artists not only experience the thrills of performing,” Siedenberg said, “they also develop crucial life skills throughout the experience. Public speaking, responsibility, perseverance, and teamwork are only a few of the things our students gain when they join one of these productions.”

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is dramatized by Richard R. George and based on the book by Roald Dahl. It follows the familiar story we all know and love:

“Roald Dahl’s classic story about a young boy named Charlie, a magical factory, and the mysterious owner of it. Oompa Loompas, A Chocolate River, and some peculiar squirrels all await you behind the gates of Willy Wonka’s factory this summer. Purchase your GOLDEN TICKET and join us for an adventure of a lifetime.”

Performances for the show will be:

  • June 30 at 7:30
  • July 1 at 3:30 and 7:30

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory will be presented at Grant County High School’s theatre.
Tickets can be purchased at the door.

For more information about Rising Stars Summer camp please email education@StageRightMTC.org

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WILLY WONKA JR Runs March 30-April 1

RISE_Willy Wonka JrWILLY WONKA JR
Rise Up Performing Arts
March 30-April 1
Fairfield Freshman Building Theatre

Directed by Sarah Grace McCollough

The delicious adventures of Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory light up the stage in this captivating adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Featuring the enchanting songs from the 1971 film, in addition to a host of fun new songs, Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka JR. is a scrumdidilyumptious musical guaranteed to delight.

  • Fri, March 30 at 7pm
  • Sat, March 31 at 6pm & 8pm
  • Sun, April 1 at 1pm, 6pm & 7pm

Official page |

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THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE Runs March 23-26

IAP_Pirates of PenzanceTHE PIRATES OF PENZANCE
Inspiring Arts Productions
March 23-26
MU Hamilton Parrish Auditorium

Official cast list (scroll down)

Set on a rocky Cornish coast, this musical comedy tells the story of a bumbling group of pirates and their young charge Frederic, who has decided it’s time to hang up the sword and become a respectable gentleman. As the pirates attempt to bring him back into the fold, there are confrontations with the police and romantic entanglements with the Major General’s daughters.

  • Thu-Fri, March 23-24 at 7pm
  • Sat, March 25 at 2pm & 7pm
  • Sun, March 26 at 3pm

Official page | Facebook event |

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ArtsConnect in Springfield Township Puts On LION KING KIDS!

AC_Lion King KidsArtsConnect in Springfield Township is partnering with Performing Arts Inc. to offer children’s theater experiences! Kids of all ages and levels are welcome and everyone makes it into the show. There will be 8 weeks of rehearsals for Lion King Kids at Brent Elementary School and then 2 community performances held at Finneytown High School theater. Theater classes help to build confidence, strengthen voices, broaden skills and talent, and connect with friends.

$150 for non-members of ArtsConnect per 8-week rehearsal, $135 for members of ArtsConnect per 8-week rehearsal

Use this link to learn more: https://www.theartsconnect.us/283/Drama-Classes
Register here: https://secure.rec1.com/OH/arts-connect/catalog/index?filter=Y2F0ZWdvcnklNUI3MjU2JTVEPTEmc2VhcmNoPQ==

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