Youth Programs

Willy Wonka Kids

BEGINNER LEVEL

Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka KIDS follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Whomever comes up with these tickets will win a free tour of the Wonka factory, as well as a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the five winning children are insufferable brats, but the fifth is a like-able young lad named Charlie Bucket, who takes the tour in the company of his equally amiable grandfather. The children must learn to follow Mr. Wonka’s rules in the factory — or suffer the consequences.

June 8 – June 25
Performances will be on the Inez McDonald Mainstage June 26 & 27 at 7pm; June 28 at 2pm

All registered students are automatically cast in the show. Auditions for specific roles will take place on the first day. Students are required to wear jazz shoes for rehearsals.

An informational email will be sent out to the email address used for registration one week prior to the start date. This email will include audition material to prepare.

An audition workshop will be offered on Saturday, June 6th from 10am – 12pm. This workshop is encouraged but not required.

Registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 7 – 13
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: June 8, 2026
Class time: 10am – 2pm
Cost: $475
Instructor: Kelly Brown, Renee Riso

The Little Mermaid Jr

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED LEVEL

Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney’s Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories, Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

This production is for intermediate/advanced students with previous theatre experience.
June 15 – July 9*
Mon – Fri 10am – 1pm
*Tech Week: July 6 – 9 10am – 2pm
Performances will be in the Kirk Auditorium at The Florida School for the Deaf and Blind on July 10 & 11 at 5:30pm and July 12 at 12:30pm

All registered students are automatically cast in the show. Auditions for specific roles will take place on the first day. Students are required to wear jazz shoes for rehearsals.

An informational email will be sent out to the email address used for registration one week prior to the start date. This email will include audition material to prepare.

An audition workshop will be offered on Saturday, June 13th from 10am – 12pm. This workshop is encouraged but not required.

Registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 10 – 14
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: June 15, 2026
Class time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: $525
Instructor: Jill Nuzzo, Megan Rodriguez

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

ADVANCED LEVEL

This is a sign up to receive audition info for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Participation in this production will be determined by casting. This is not an open enrollment production.

Auditions are March 28th at 11am. Bring a headshot and resume

Info on what to prepare will be sent out a few weeks before the auditions.

This is a tuition based production and registration is based upon casting. $550 will be due upon being cast in the show.

“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.

Ages 12 – 18
June 15 – July 9*
Mon – Fri 2pm – 5pm
*Tech Week: July 6 – 9 2pm – 6pm
Performances will be in the Kirk Auditorium at The Florida School for the Deaf and Blind on July 10 & 11 at 8pm and July 12 at 3pm
Tuition: $550 (due upon casting)

Ages 12 – 18
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: June 15, 2026
Class time: 2pm – 5pm
Cost: $550
Instructor: Jonathan O’Leary, Missy Schmotzer, Megan Rodriguez

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – Children’s Chorus

This is a sign up to receive audition info for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Children’s Chorus. Participation in this production will be determined by casting. This is not an open enrollment production. The Children’s Chorus is only in a portion of the show.

Auditions are March 28th at 1pm. Bring a headshot and resume

Info on what to prepare will be sent out a few weeks before the auditions.

This is a tuition based production and registration is based upon casting. $150 will be due upon being cast in the show.

“Sha la la, Joseph, you’re doing fine! You and your dreamcoat, ahead of your time!” One of the most enduring shows of all time, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat is a reimagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his father Jacob, eleven brothers and the coat of many colors.

Rehearsal dates are TBD but will be select days/hours the week of June 29th from 2pm – 5pm.

*Tech Week: July 7 – 9 2pm – 6pm

Performances will be in the Kirk Auditorium at The Florida School for the Deaf and Blind on July 10 & 11 at 8pm and July 12 at 3pm

Ages 7 – 11
Classes Meet: TBD
Classes Meet: June 29, 2026
Class time: TBD
Cost: $150
Instructor: Megan Rodriguez

Sound of Music Week

Students will spend the week singing and dancing to songs from The Sound Of Music. Class will include vocal and physical warm ups and theatre games in addition to learning music and choreography. The week will end with an informal 15 minute showcase for family and friends.

*Please note, this is not the full production. Students will be working on 4 to 5 songs from the musical.

June 8 – 12, 2026

All registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 6 – 9
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: June 8, 2026
Class time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: $250

Matilda Week

Students will spend the week singing and dancing to songs from Matilda. Class will include vocal and physical warm ups and theatre games in addition to learning music and choreography. The week will end with an informal 15 minute showcase for family and friends.

*Please note, this is not the full production. Students will be working on 4 to 5 songs from the musical.

June 8 – 12, 2026

All registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 10 – 13
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: June 8, 2026
Class time: 2pm – 5pm
Cost: $250

Mary Poppins Week

Students will spend the week singing and dancing to songs from Mary Poppins. Class will include vocal and physical warm ups and theatre games in addition to learning music and choreography. The week will end with an informal 15 minute showcase for family and friends.

*Please note, this is not the full production. Students will be working on 4 to 5 songs from the musical.

July 13 – 17, 2026

All registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 6 – 9
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: July 13, 2026
Class time: 10am – 1pm
Cost: $250

Oz Week

Students will spend the week singing and dancing to songs from Wicked and The Wizard of Oz. Class will include vocal and physical warm ups and theatre games in addition to learning music and choreography. The week will end with an informal 15 minute showcase for family and friends.

*Please note, this is not the full production. Students will be working on 4 to 5 songs.

July 13 – 17, 2026

All registrations are final and non-refundable.

Ages 10 – 13
Classes Meet: Mon – Fri
Classes Meet: July 13, 2026
Class time: 2pm – 5pm
Cost: $250

Musical Theatre Focus: Song & Stage

Come join us in a Musical Theatre Singing Intensive for rising young performers, ages 10-16.
We will study aspects of acting through song, vocal technique, movement and learning new
music. Then we will put all our new skills on display at the MT Focus Showcase on April 30th!

March 24th – April 30th, 2026

Grades 5 – 10
Classes Meet: Tuesday & Thursday
Classes Meet: March 24, 2026
Class time: 5:30pm – 7pm
Cost: $360
Instructor: Isabel Dondero & Josh Sewell

Dinostars!

The Dinostars take the stage to entertain you with heroic and Mesozoic acts of fun. The panel of judges have a big job ahead of them with Raptors who rap, stand-up comedians, and even Tyrannosaurus Tex and his gang of line-dancing dinosaurs. Students will learn the fundamentals of musical theatre while working towards a final informal showcase on the last day of classes for family and friends.

March 24th – April 30th, 2026

K – 3
Classes Meet: Tuesday & Thursday
Classes Meet: March 24, 2026
Class time: 4:15pm – 5:15pm
Cost: $250
Instructor: Isabel Dondero & Josh Sewell
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