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Matthews Playhouse
Annie (Cast B) 2026

6th-8th Grade Musical Theatre

2025-2026 School of Theatre

6th-8th Grade

Tuesday or Thursday, 7:00-9:00 pm

Join our 6th-8th Grade Musical Theatre class and experience a weekly fusion of Music, Dance, and Acting! Our year-long program provides continuous growth through three core components: skill-building, professional preparation, and hands-on rehearsal experience. The year culminates in an exciting spring production, giving students the opportunity to showcase their talent in a live performance.

Students will train in acting, voice, movement, and ensemble work while building toward a fully staged musical production.


Tuition

$400 due September 1st (Enrollment + Training + Production Reservation)

$400 due January 1st (Production Fee: rehearsal + technical production + performance experience)


How to Train Your Dragon (Cast A - “Dragons”) 

Students in CAST A will be part of a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring performance of How to Train Your Dragon™.

Class Time

Tuesdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 

*On the first day of class (9/8), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*

Foundational Phase (September-January)

*All rehearsal, audition, and performance dates are released early (June 1, 2026) to allow families time to plan.*

Participation requires full commitment during the production period.

Classes Begin Tuesday, September 8th @ 6:30 pm

  • September 8, 15, 22, 29
  • October 6, 13, 20, 27
  • November 3, 10
  • December (NO CLASSES)
  • January 5, 12

Auditions (*by appointment only*): Tuesday, January 19th | 6:30-8:30 pm

Callbacks (if needed): Tuesday, January 26th | (Time TBA)

Mandatory Parent Meeting:  All February 2nd 7:00-8:00 pm

At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!

Rehearsal Phase (February-March)

Students transition into rehearsal and full production preparation.

Rehearsals (3x per week): Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:15-7:00 pm - Sundays | 1:00-3:00 pm

Rehearsals Begin: February 2nd

February 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 | March 2, 4, 7, 9, 11

Tech Week (*Mandatory*):

Sunday March 14th | 5:00-7:00 pm

Monday March 15th | 5:15-7:15 pm

Tuesday March 16th | 5:15-7:15 pm

Wednesday March 17th | 5:15-7:15 pm

Thursday March 18th | 5:15-7:15 pm

Performances (*Mandatory*): 

Friday, March 19th @ 7:30 pm AND Saturday, March 20th @ 10:00 am


How to Train Your Dragon (Cast B - “Vikings”) 

Students in CAST B will be part of a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring performance of How to Train Your Dragon™.

Class Time

Thursdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 

*On the first day of class (9/10), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*

Foundational Phase (September-January)

*All rehearsal, audition, and performance dates are released early (June 1, 2026) to allow families time to plan.*

Participation requires full commitment during the production period.

Classes Begin Thursday, September 10th @ 6:30 pm

  • September 10, 17, 24
  • October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
  • November 5, 12
  • December (NO CLASSES)
  • January 7, 14, 21

Auditions (*by appointment only*): Thursday, January 21st | 6:30-8:30 pm

Callbacks (if needed): Tuesday, January 26th | (Time TBA)

Mandatory Parent Meeting: February 2nd 7:00-8:00 pm

At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!

Rehearsal Phase (February-March)

Students transition into rehearsal and full production preparation.

Rehearsals (3x per week): Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7:15-9:00 pm - Sundays | 3:00-5:00 pm

Rehearsals Begin: February 2nd

February 2, 4, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28 | March 2, 4, 7, 9, 11

Tech Week (*Mandatory*):

Sunday, March 14th | 7:30-9:30 pm

Monday, March 15th | 7:15-9:00 pm

Tuesday, March 16th | 7:30-9:30 pm

Wednesday, March 17th | 7:15-9:00

Thursday, March 18th | 7:30-9:30 pm

Friday, March 19th | NO TECH (please rest!)

Performances (*Mandatory*): 

Saturday, March 20th | 2:00 pm AND Sunday, March 21st | 2:00 pm


The Lightning Thief (6th-8th Grade)

Students in 6–8 Musical Theatre will participate in a full-year theatre training and production experience culminating in a fully staged spring production of The Lightning Thief™ Musical.

This program builds toward performance through structured training, audition preparation, and a fully supported rehearsal process led by professional teaching artists.

Class Time

Students attend class one day per week (Tuesdays OR Thursdays depending on their choice of track).

Tuesday OR Thursday | 7:00-9:00 pm 

*On the first day of class (9/8 or 9/10), we ask that both you and your student come in together for a brief introduction meeting. During this time, we will go over what the program will look like, what to expect throughout the session, important procedures, communication expectations, and answer any questions you may have before we begin!*

Foundational Phase (September-January)

*All rehearsal, audition, and performance dates are released early (June 1, 2026) to allow families time to plan.*

Participation requires full commitment during the production period.

Tuesday Track | 7:00-9:00 pm 

Classes Begin Tuesday, September 8th @ 7:00 pm

September 8, 15, 22, 29 | October 6, 13, 20, 27 | November 3, 10 | December (NO CLASSES) | January 5, 12

Auditions: Tuesday, January 19 (During Class Time)

Thursday Track | 7:00-9:00 pm 

Classes Begin Thursday, September 10th @ 7:00 pm

  • September 10, 17, 24
  • October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
  • November 5, 12
  • December (NO CLASSES)
  • January 7, 14

Auditions: Thursday, January 21 (During Class Time)

Key January Dates (Both Tracks):

Auditions (*by appointment only*): Thursday, January 19th OR Thursday, January 21st *based on your class track* | 7:00-9:00 pm

Callbacks (if needed): Tuesday, January 26th | (Time TBA)

Mandatory Parent Meeting: Tuesday, February 2nd | 8:00-9:00 pm 

At least one adult must attend with the student no exceptions!

Rehearsal Phase (February-March)

Students transition into a professional rehearsal process with increased time commitment and staging integration.

Rehearsals (3x per week): Tuesdays & Thursdays | 7:00-9:00 pm - Saturdays | 1:00-3:00 pm

Rehearsals Begin: February 2nd

February 2, 4, 6, 9, 11, 13, 16, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27 | March 2, 4, 6, 9, 11

Tech Week (*Mandatory*):

Monday, March 15th | 7:00-9:00 pm

Tuesday, March 16th | 7:00-9:00 pm 

Wednesday, March 17th | 7:00-9:00 pm

Thursday, March 18th | 7:00-9:00 pm

Friday March 19th | NO TECH (please rest!)

Saturday, March 20th | 4:30-6:30 pm

Performances (*Mandatory*): 

Saturday, March 20th @ 7:30 pm AND

Sunday, March 21st @ 4:30 pm


What to Expect:

This class introduces young performers to storytelling through movement, music, and imaginative play.

This is a developmentally appropriate introduction to performing arts designed to build comfort, confidence, and joy on stage.

Students will work as an ensemble to bring the musical of their choosing to life through storytelling, character play, and simple staging designed specifically for young performers.

Production Experience:

Students will participate in a fully staged theatrical production where every performer is featured as part of the ensemble cast. Through rehearsal, collaboration, and performance, students experience the excitement of bringing a story to life on stage with costumes, lighting, and professional production support.


Spring Production Commitment (Required Participation)

  • Because this is a performance-based program, participation in the February–March production period requires full commitment from all cast members.
  • Students and families must carefully review the following requirements:
  • Students may miss a maximum of TWO rehearsals total during the production period
  • Students may NOT miss ANY Tech Week rehearsals under any circumstances, except documented illness or family emergency
  • Illness and family emergencies will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis
  • Students must be fully available for all scheduled performances
  • Performance conflicts cannot be accommodated once casting is finalized
  • If a student is unable to attend Tech Week for any reason other than documented illness or family emergency, they may be removed from the production.
  • A mandatory parent information meeting will be held prior to rehearsals.

What students will work on

  • Character development and storytelling
  • Vocal performance and ensemble singing
  • Movement and choreography
  • Rehearsal discipline and stage readiness

Production Details

  • The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical | How To Train Your Dragon (Cast A or Cast B)

    Lightning Thief: Saturday, March 20 at 7:30 pm AND Sunday, March 21 at 4:30 pm | HTTYD (Cast A): Friday, March 19th at 7:30 pm AND Saturday, March 20th at 10:00 am | HTTYD (Cast B): Saturday, March 20th at 2:00 pm AND Sunday, March 21st at 2:00 pm