CENTERSTAGE
Youth Theatre
Where magic happens.
Centerstage
in collaboration with
Michigan City Area SchoolsJune 26 27 28, 2026
"Fall down the rabbit hole with Alice as she navigates the curious world of Wonderland on a journey of self-discovery. When young Alice finds herself in a strange world where everything seems upside down, she must find her way home…and find herself along the way. As she travels through Wonderland, she encounters all of the iconic characters that audiences have come to love: including the ever-tardy White Rabbit, the grinning Cheshire Cat, a cool Caterpillar, the wacky Mad Hatter, and the hot-tempered Queen of Hearts."
Music and Lyrics by
Danny Elfman,
Sammy Fain & Bob Hilliard,
Oliver Wallace & Cy Coben,
Michael Abbott & Sarah Weeks,
and Mack David, Al Hoffman & Jerry Livingston
Music Adapted and Arranged
and Additional Music and Lyrics by Bryan Louiselle
Additional Arrangements & Orchestrations by Patrick SulkenBook and Additional Lyrics by David Simpatico
Based on the 1951 Disney film Alice in Wonderland
and the novels The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland
and Through the Looking-Glass by Lewis CarrollDisney's Alice In Wonderland JR.
Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
www.mtishows.com
Objective: Teach children basic audition skills and build confidence for trying out roles.
Vocal warm-ups: Practice clear speech with tongue twisters.
Lesson on Parts of a Stage/Theater: Review stage directions and discuss how auditions might use these terms.
Theater Etiquette/Rules: Explain audition etiquette.
Theater Game: "Audition Freeze".
Break into Groups and Practice a Short Monologues: Students will be able to review a number of monologues and
choose one that feels right for them and practice it individually or with a group.
Come Back Together to Perform: Each child performs their audition piece solo for the group.
Compliments (Notes): Offer feedback, advice & good audition techniques.
Bows and Exit: Celebrate the end of auditions with confident bows and applause!
Centerstage
Our Company
Centerstage Youth Theatre aspires to provide a creative and educational environment for children to explore and express themselves through the performing arts, specifically in the field of theater. The Company aims to foster teamwork, self-confidence, and artistic development among its young members.Centerstage Board of DirectorsBecky Tiedeman
Angie Gresham
Kristi Steinhiser
Katie Mosher
Mia Taylor
Meredith Payne
Nora Ryszka
Jilliene Hekter
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