GROW
illuminate provides multiple ways for students to work together in a performance, from large mainstage productions to smaller stages – every role plays a part in the overall end goal!
HIGH SCHOOL MAINSTAGE
ages 14 - 19
An experience like no other: full scale musical theatre productions with spectacular special effects and showstopper numbers in an atmosphere promoting teamwork, friendship, and fun.
High schoolers who enroll in the mainstage production will participate in weekly rehearsals over 12 weeks to prepare for 3 show-stopping performances.
All who enroll will be cast, and our unique 4-day audition week helps the cast to bond and the directors to determine where each person will shine the brightest. Rehearsals are typically 4 hours in duration and include games, singing, choreography, and acting in both large and small groups.
Cast members develop friendships that last long past production week!
As illuminate is committed to family-friendly experiences, modifications may be made to ensure the cast and audience are comfortable with the production.
Next year's shows announced in May. Register early at the Progress Show or online in July. Rehearsals and performances during the Fall Term (August - November), with performances in November.
STAGED READING
ages 14 - 18
A deeper dive into character and scene study for high school students, where the focus is less on production and more on fine tuning acting skills.
Those who enroll in the staged reading will participate in weekly rehearsals over 8 weeks to prepare for 1 performance. All who enroll will be cast, and show directors will carefully observe to determine where each person will shine the brightest. Rehearsals include deep character work and advanced acting methods. Cast members develop friendships that last long past the production!
Next year's shows announced in May. Register early at the Progress Show or online in July. Rehearsals and performances during the Spring Term (January - March), with a performance in March.
MIDDLE SCHOOL MAINSTAGE
ages 11 - 14
All of the same production quality as the high school musical theatre mainstage, reimagined so that Middle Schoolers can shine brightest
Middle schoolers who enroll in the mainstage production will participate in weekly rehearsals over 12 weeks to prepare for 3 show-stopping performances.
All who enroll will be cast, and our unique 3-day audition week helps the cast to bond and the directors to determine where each person will shine the brightest.
Rehearsals are typically 4 hours in duration and include games, singing, choreography, and acting in both large and small groups. Cast members develop friendships that last long past production week!
Middle school productions are typically modified from the full version and may be "Junior" or "Family" editions to ensure that the content is appropriate for this age group.
Next year's shows announced in May. Register early at the Progress Show or online in July. Rehearsals and performances during the Winter Term (January - March), with performances in April.
SHAKESPEARE
ages 7 - 18
Every summer we take a unique approach to traditional "Shakespeare in the Park" by performing at the skate park portion of Balfour Park (weather permitting.) This show-in-a-week intensive is much anticipated every year.
Kids who enroll in the Shakespeare will participate in daily rehearsals over 1 week in June to prepare for 1 community performance. All who enroll will be cast, and show directors will carefully observe to determine where each person will shine the brightest. Rehearsals include games, singing, choreography, and acting in both large and small groups. Cast members develop friendships that last long past the production!
Next year's shows announced in May. Register early at the Progress Show or online in July. Rehearsals and performances during the Summer Term (June), with a performance in June.
JUNIOR PRODUCTION
ages 8 - 11
Held on a smaller stage but with the same high-quality production value that we give to our bigger shows. This play gives kids ages 8 - 11 a chance to be featured in the spotlight.
Kids who enroll in the junior production will participate in weekly rehearsals over 12 weeks to prepare for 1 show-stopping performance. All who enroll will be cast, and show directors will carefully observe to determine where each person will shine the brightest. Rehearsals include games, singing, choreography, and acting in both large and small groups. Cast members develop friendships that last long past the production!
Next year's shows announced in May. Register early at the Progress Show or online in July. Rehearsals and performances during the Winter Term (January - March), with performances in March.
SUMMER WORKSHOPS
ages vary
A show-in-a-week experience unlike any other! Each summer selections from musicals with smaller casts area available. These intensives pass quickly, but you'll be surprised at how fun it can be to learn SO much in one week.
Kids who enroll in show-in-a-week workshops will participate in daily rehearsals over 1 week to prepare for 1 performance. All who enroll will be cast, and show directors will carefully observe to determine where each person will shine the brightest. Rehearsals include games, singing, choreography, and acting. Cast members develop friendships that last long past the production!
Rehearsals and performances take place over school vacation weeks and/or Summer Term. Each end with a culminating performance.
Get ready to experience the magic of theater with our incredible range of productions! From classic masterpieces to modern hits, our shows are sure to leave you spellbound. Join us for an unforgettable night of entertainment that you won't want to miss!
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