Trolls The Musical Jr.

Trolls The Musical Jr

Book & Lyrics by Krista Knight

Original Music & Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé

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.

Trolls Jr. is based on the irreverent DreamWorks Animation movie franchise and features a colorful, wondrous world populated by hilariously unforgettable characters. The show follows the overly optimistic Trolls, constantly with a song on their lips, and the comically pessimistic Bergens, who are only happy when they have Trolls in their stomach.

The Troll thespians in Poppy’s company live by their motto: the show must go on. But when a tyrannical foreign emissary arrives in Bergenland, expectations are raised, forcing the Trolls to totally rework their show or risk being served up in the name of diplomacy by a Chef rehired and out for revenge.

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 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 in February.

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 12 & 13, 2027
• Parent and Student Orientation: February 6 at 9am (prior to the first rehearsal)
• Rehearsals: 
  • Saturdays, February 6, 13, 27; March 6, 27 from 9:30am-1:30pm  (No rehearsal February 20, March 13, and March 20)
  • Saturdays, April 3, 10, 17 from 9:30am-4pm
  • Wednesdays, February 10, 17, 24; March 3, 10, 24, 31; April 7, 14, 21 from 4-8pm (No rehearsal March 17)
  • Thursday, April 22 from 4:45-8pm
  • Friday, April 23 from 4:45-8pm
• Tech Week:
  • Saturday, April 24 from 9:30am-7pm
  • Sunday, April 25 from 1-8pm
  • Tuesday – Thursday, April 27-29, 4:45-8:45pm (Rehearsal April 28 starts at 4pm)
• Performances:
  • Friday, April 30 at 7pm
  • Saturday, May 1 at 2:30pm and 7pm
  • Sunday, May 2 at 2:30pm

Questions? 

• See our Policies and FAQs
• Contact us at 407-896-7365 ext. 219 or [email protected]