Our Youth Theater Program is designed to peak the interest of area youth and cultivate their knowledge of the theatre. All roles are cast solely on talent, which mean auditions are necessary to be part of the show. Auditions are by appointment only and actors are given a specific monologue to rehearse when they sign up to audition. There is no fee for auditioning or participating, however parents and siblings are encouraged to help out with costumes and scenery!

Theater is comprised of many elements aside from acting. Local youth also serve as the backstage and technical crew for each show. Sound and Lighting Technicians as well as backstage crew and stage managers are always needed and are just as important as the actors. If you’re interested in helping behind the scenes contact Craig Price directly by calling 495-8989 or emailing craigp@artinusa.com.

This Season

Beauty and the Beast, Jr

Auditions: February 15 & 16, 2012; 5:00-7:00pm

Ages: 10 & up

Auditions are by appointment, call the Center for the Arts at 239-495-8989 to reserve a time.

Performances: May 25, 2012, 7:00pm; May 26, 2012, 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Tickets: $5 each

The Center for the Arts Youth Theater presents... The brainy and beautiful Belle yearns to escape her provincial life...and her brute of a suitor, Gaston. However, Belle gets more adventure than she wants when she becomes a captive in the Beast’s enchanted castle! All your favorite characters and songs fill the stage with thrills provided by the Center for the Arts Youth Theatre. This is a beloved fairy tale about very different people finding strength in one another and learn how to love. Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice, Book by Linda Woolverton, Directed by Craig Price.

Stuart Little

Auditions: June 6 & 7, 2012; 5:00-7:00pm

Ages: 10 & up

Auditions are by appointment, call the Center for the Arts at 239-495-8989 to reserve a time.

Performances: August 3, 2012, 7:00pm; August 4, 2012, 2:00pm & 7:00pm

Tickets: $5 each

The Center for the Arts Youth Theater presents... This is the endearing classic about a mouse named Stuart Little who is born into an ordinary New York family. The many adventures—both big and small—of Stuart Little are brought vividly to life in this live theatre presentation. The Center for the Arts Youth Theatre acting ensemble plays many human and animal roles in a series of delightful scenes that make up the marvelous maneuverings of a mild-mannered mouse trying to survive in a “real people’s world.” Adapted by Joseph Robinette. Based on the book by E.B. White. Directed by Craig Price.

Theater Classes

Check out all the theater classes available at the Center for the Arts right now. Click here for more information or contact the Center for the Arts at 239-495-8989 to register.