Emma! A Pop Musical JV

This audition-based program is designed for students who want the full production experience! Take your acting to the next level by participating in a rehearsal process, experiencing costume fittings, and working with scenery, lighting, and sound for a high-quality theatrical experience. Grow as people and performers in a supportive and fun atmosphere modeled after a professional production process.

Emma, a senior at Highbury Prep, is certain she knows what’s best for her classmates’ love lives, and is determined to find the perfect boyfriend for shy sophomore Harriet by the end of the school year. But will Emma’s relentless matchmaking get in the way of finding her own happiness? Based on Jane Austen’s classic novel, this sparkling new musical features the hit songs of legendary girl groups and iconic female singers from The Supremes to Katy Perry. Girl power has never sounded so good!

• Auditions held in January secure a spot in the cast. Roles are determined after rehearsals start in February. No one is cut from the cast once rehearsals start.
• All rehearsals and performances from April 25th on are mandatory.

What You Will Learn

• Self-confidence and bravery in making creative choices and expressing yourself
• Vocal, dance, and acting skills that embrace character and storytelling
• Self-discipline and self-awareness required for rehearsing and performing
• Collaboration, teamwork, and empathy for others

What to Expect 

• Engaging, interactive rehearsals led by experienced teaching artists
• Supportive and inclusive environment designed for students to connect with each other
• An ensemble based approach to learning and creating
• Dance and vocal training, scene work, theatre games, literary analysis, and ways to navigate the production process
• Opportunities to share ideas and receive personalized feedback
• Auditions held in August secure a spot in the cast. Roles are determined after rehearsals start in October. No one is cut from the cast once rehearsals start

What to Bring

• Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle and a nut-free snack each day
• Students should bring their script and a pencil to each rehearsal
• Students should dress comfortably and wear closed-toe shoes each day

Schedule

Auditions: January 13 & 14

Parent/Student Orientation: February 7 at 9am

Rehearsals: Saturdays, February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 7, 28 from 9:30am-1:30pm
Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18 from 9:30am-4pm
Wednesdays, February 11, 18, 25; March 4, 11, 25; April 1, 8, 15, 22 from 4-8pm
Thursday, April 23 from 4:45-8pm
Friday, April 24 from 4:45-8pm
(No rehearsal between March 14-21)

Tech Week: Saturday, April 25 from 9:30am-7pm
Monday- Thursday, April 27-30, 4:45-8:45pm (Rehearsal April 29 starts at 4pm)

Performances: Friday, May 1 at 7pm
Saturday, May 2 at 2:30pm and 7pm
Sunday, May 3 at 2:30pm