The Springfield Little Theatre Education Department and Mosaic Arts Collective are excited to present MOANA, JR. Disney’s MOANA, JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the 2016 Disney animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage.
Placement auditions for performers ages 6 and up will be held Friday, March 3, 2023 at 7:00 PM at The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre. At the auditions, participants will be asked to perform a short line reading. Placement callbacks will be held on Saturday, March 4, 2023 starting at 6:00 PM.
Check-out the MOANA, JR. AUDITION WORKSHOP on Thursday, March 2, 2023 and get a jump-start on the competition!
The first company meeting and rehearsal will be held Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Rehearsals will be Sundays – Thursdays from 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal.
Performances will be presented Friday, April 28, 2023 at 7:00 PM, Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 4 at 7:00 PM, Friday, May 5 at 7:00 PM, Saturday, May 6 at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and Sunday, May 7 at 2:00 PM in The Reynolds Auditorium at The Judy. A participation fee/ tuition of $175 helps to meet some of the costs of the project.
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MOANA, JR. is presented by the Springfield Little Theatre Education Department and Mosaic Arts Collective with support from the Community Foundation of The Ozarks.
Scholarships are available upon request by contacting education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.
Get a jump-start on the competition by attending audition workshops!
An Audition Preparatory Workshop for Springfield Little Theatre’s production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST will be offered Monday, March 6, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at The Judy.
Whether it’s your first audition or your 20th, everyone can benefit from a show’s audition workshop! Learn how to choose the material that’s best for you, develop your cold reading skills, improve your vocal selections, survive a dance audition, and make your very best impression!
Participants are asked to prepare a one-minute vocal selection and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. If you need help finding a selection that works for you, no worries, we can help you accomplish that at the workshop! A movement combination will also be taught, and participants will have the opportunity to explore cold readings, as well.
Get a jump-start on the competition by attending audition workshops!
An Audition Preparatory Workshop for Springfield Little Theatre’s production of BEAUTY AND THE BEAST will be offered Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at The Judy.
Whether it’s your first audition or your 20th, everyone can benefit from a show’s audition workshop! Learn how to choose the material that’s best for you, develop your cold reading skills, improve your vocal selections, survive a dance audition, and make your very best impression!
Participants are asked to prepare a one-minute vocal selection and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. If you need help finding a selection that works for you, no worries, we can help you accomplish that at the workshop! A movement combination will also be taught, and participants will have the opportunity to explore cold readings, as well.
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
LET’S MAKE A PLAY DATE!
Join us during the 2022-2023 school year for School’s Out, Play-in-a-Day workshops. These workshops provide a unique opportunity for children to undergo training in the performing arts and are a lifesaver for parents when the kids are out of school!
Children ages 5-12 are invited to participate in a full day of creative play, including theatre games, improvisation, dance, and an art project. They will also tackle a script that they will perform at the end of the day! Bring a sack lunch, a water bottle, and an awesome attitude!
Let us take care of your children while you enjoy a PARENT’S NIGHT OUT!
The Springfield Little Theatre Education Department is excited to offer PARENT’S NIGHT OUT! Drop your kiddos off then hit the town, or treat yourselves to dinner before seeing a Springfield Little Theatre performance. Pick-up will be at 9:30 PM or immediately following the conclusion of the show if you’re in attendance. Children ages 4-12 are welcome (must be potty trained). Activities for the young-ins will include theatre games, crafts, board games, and a movie option. Pizza, snacks, and water will be provided.
Add PARENT’S NIGHT OUT to your cart when purchasing tickets for one of the Springfield Little Theatre performances below.
THE LANDERS THEATRE
Drop-off between 5:45 PM and 6:00 PM at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, and pick-up at 9:30 PM or immediately following the conclusion of the show.
- Saturday, September 17, 2022
- Saturday, October 22, 2022
- Saturday, November 26, 2022
- Saturday, February 11, 2023
- Saturday, March 18, 2023
- Saturday, April 22, 2023
- Saturday, June 17, 2023
THE JUDY
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT will also be offered in conjunction with the run of VAMPIRE FUNERAL at The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre, 237 South Florence Avenue with a 6:30 PM arrival for a 7:00 PM event to conclude at approximately 9:00 p.m.
- Friday, October 28, 2022
- Saturday, October 29, 2022
- Thursday, November 3, 2022
- Friday, November 4, 2022
- Saturday, November 5, 2022
For more information on Springfield Little Theatre’s Parent’s Night Out, contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.
THE BACKSTAGE PASS EXPERIENCE
The Springfield Little Theatre Education Department is excited to offer you our BACKSTAGE PASS EXPERIENCE! An exciting window into theatrical production and is open to students/curious persons of ALL ages and all ticket buyers.
- Includes observation of company warm-ups one hour prior to showtime, if desired
- Includes a guided tour of the backstage areas of The Landers Theatre after the show
- Includes a signed production poster
- Includes a photo opportunity with the cast after the show
- And includes pictures emailed to you from your special tour
Add BACKSTAGE PASS EXPERIENCE to your cart when purchasing tickets for one of the Springfield Little Theatre performances below.
- Saturday, September 17, 2022
- Saturday, October 22, 2022
- Saturday, November 26, 2022
- Saturday, February 11, 2023
- Saturday, March 18, 2023
- Saturday, April 22, 2023
- Saturday, June 17, 2023
GROUPS, please contact the Education Department to arrange a similar experience!
For more information on Springfield Little Theatre’s Backstage Pass Experience, contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.
AUDITIONS
- Monday, March 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
AUDITIONS
- Monday, March 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
AUDITIONS
- Monday, March 20, 2023 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
Springfield Little Theatre’s Education Department offers six-week classes for youth of all ages and adults in acting, voice, and dance. These performing arts classes are available to all skill levels and are the perfect place to begin your theatrical training! To find the right class for you or your student, check out the classes below or contact our Education Department for the perfect placement.
During the last half of the final class each session, parents, and family are welcome to attend and observe an informal presentation of what students have been working on in class.
BECOME A TRIPLE THREAT!
Sign-up for two classes or more in a session and receive a 10% discount on each additional class.
SIX-WEEK CLASS SESSIONS 2022-2023
- SESSION I: September 17, 2022 – October 22, 2022
- SESSION II: October 29, 2022 – December 10, 2022
- SESSION III: January 7, 2023 – February 11, 2023
- SESSION IV: February 18, 2023 – March 25, 2023
- SESSION V: April 1, 2023 – May 6, 2023