Wizard of Oz Youth Edition 🎵

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.

Frank Baum’s beloved story of a young girl’s adventure in a magical land has been entertaining audiences for over a century. MGM’s blockbuster 1939 film adaptation, featuring the timeless songs of Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, along with the brilliant instrumental music of Herbert Stothart, elevated the popular novel to even greater heights. 

Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.

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: August 18 & 19, 2025
• Parent and Student Orientation: September 27 at 9am
• Rehearsals: 
  • Saturdays, September 27; October 4, 11, 18. 25 from 9:30am-1:30pm
  • Saturdays, November 1, 8, 15 from 9:30am-4pm
  • Wednesdays, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19 from 4-8pm
  • Thursday, November 20 from 4:45-8pm
  • Friday, November 21 from 4:45-8pm
• Tech Week:
  • Saturday, November 22 from 9:30am-4pm
  • Sunday, November 23 from 1-6pm
  • No rehearsal between November 24-30
  • Monday- Thursday, December 1-4, 4:45-8:45pm (Rehearsal December 3 starts at 4pm)
• Performances:
  • Friday, December 5 at 7pm
  • Saturday, December 6 at 2:30pm and 7pm
  • Sunday, December 7 at 2:30pm

Questions? 

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