Sunday, April 19, 2026

Save on tickets for THE PRINCE OF EGYPT at CYT Phoenix




Your first look at MYSTERY OF THE BLUE TRAIN at Fountain Hills Theater

























 
photos by Patty Torrilhon

Auditions for THE SEAGULL and MEGALODON at Ronin Theatre Collaborative announced for May 9

 
AUDITION NOTICE

Ronin Theatre Collaborative is holding auditions for not just one but TWO shows!

The Seagull by Anton Chekhov, Directed by Cody Goulder

Playing July 10th - July 19th at Main Street Creative Arts Center, Aug 14-15th at Flagstaff Shakespeare

Rehearsals begin May 16th.

AND

Megalodon by Nicholas Herbert Walker, Directed by BJ Garrett

Playing July 30 - Aug 16th at both the Irish Cultural Center and Main Street Creative Arts Center

Rehearsals begin May 30th.

All roles have a paid stipend of $150

Auditions for both shows will consist of cold readings from the plays and be held on May 9th at the Irish Cultural Center from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  

Please sign up at the link below to reserve a time slot:


What to know about the shows?

The Seagull

Love, Art, and Mayhem ensues in the Russian countryside as one generation of artists struggles against another, mostly to be taken seriously in spite of themselves.


Cast of Characters

ARKADINA, Irina Nikolaevna (Trepleva by marriage), an actress (40’s-50’s – Female)

TREPLEV, Konstantin Gavrilovich, her son, a young man  (20-30, Male)

SORIN, Pyotr Nikolaevich, her brother  (40-60, Male or Female)

ZARECHNAYA, Nina Mikhailovna, a young girl; daughter of a wealthy landowner (20-30, female)

SHAMRAEV, Ilya Afanasevich, a retired army lieutenant, manager of Sorin's estate (late 30-50 – female)

POLINA ANDREEVNA, his wife (30-50 – female)

MASHA, his daughter (20-40 – female)

TRIGORIN, Boris Alekseevich, a novelist  (late 30-40’s – male)

DÖRN, Yevgeny Sergeevich, a doctor (30-50’s – Male)

MEDVEDENKO, Semyon Semyonovich, a teacher (30’s-50’s – male)


Megalodon

Cass, a marine-biologist, had a close encounter with a monster, but no one believes her. Hannah is looking for her missing brother Vogan, but no one will help her. And Vogan – just wants to know he exists.


Cast of Characters

Vogan – Male, 30’s

Cass – Female, 30’s

Chandler – male, 30’s – Cass’ brother

Kim – Female, Late 20’s

Hannah – female, 20’s – Vogan’s sister

Shelby – Male, 40’s

Garret – Male – 30/40’s

Saturday, April 18, 2026

Video auditions for BARE: a pop opera at Emerald City Players due by May 4

 
An electric, contemporary pop opera—BARE—follows a group of students at a Catholic boarding school as they grapple with issues of sexuality, identity, and the future. Peter and Jason have fallen in love with each other, but Jason—a popular athlete—fears losing his status if he is discovered. Nadia—Jason’s unpopular sister—is envious of Ivy, a beautiful girl with a questionable reputation. As the students attempt to put on a production of Romeo and Juliet, tensions flare, self-doubt simmers, and God’s path seems more difficult to find than ever. BARE rings with the sounds of youthful repression and revolt. With heart-pounding lyrics and a cast of complex characters, BARE is a provocative, fresh, and honest look at the dangers of baring our identities and the consequences of remaining hidden.


Video Auditions due May 4th at 11:59PM.
Callbacks on May 6th from 6:30-10PM -- Location TBD

Auditions will only be accepted for actors ages 18+. BARE will be cast with as much diversity as available--we are looking for actors from all races and backgrounds! Please note that the role of Priest has been cast. All other roles are available.

Show dates: June 12, 13, 19, 20 at 7:30PM and June 14 and 21 @ 2:30PM.
Performance Location: Main Street Creative Arts Center, Mesa AZ.

If you have any questions, please email emeraldcityplayersaz@gmail.com

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Auditions for CHARLOTTE'S WEB at East Valley Children's Theatre announced for April 28 & 29 with an audition workshop on April 25


 
EVCT is excited to announce  Audition Workshops and Auditions for  Charlotte's Web, which will have performances June 11 – 21  at Mesa Arts Center.


FREE AUDITION WORKSHOP:  

EVCT Studio (4501 E Main Street, Mesa)  
Saturday April 25, 2026 (by age groups) 
9am-11am - ages 8 - 11 
11:30 - 1:30 pm - ages 12 -18 

Meet the director Amy Shuttleworth and fellow auditioners.  Learn music, cold reads, and choreography used in auditions 

AUDITIONS:  

EVCT Studio (4501 E Main Street, Mesa)  
Tuesday April 28, 2026 (by age and appointment) 
5-6:30pm - ages 8 - 11 
7-9pm - ages 12 - 18 

OR Wednesday April 29, 2026 (by age and appointment) 
5-6:30pm - ages 8 - 11 
7-9pm - ages 12 - 18 

Callbacks by invitation only, Thursday April 30 5-9pm 

Those cast are required to pay a $325 show participation fee.  

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Arizona Musical Theater Academy's April 2026 Classes!



APRIL GROUP CLASSES ARE HERE!! We are SO excited to bring you some fun new classes and some exciting GUEST INSTRUCTORS!! We have the new JAZZ FUSION class with DELANY SPANKO, and CHELSEA ANDERSON the casting director from Phoenix Theater will be teaching an acting/audition MASTERCLASS at the end of the month!!

IF you are interested in any of our APRIL GROUP CLASSES please email AZMTacademy@gmail.com
STUDENT NAME and AGE
CLASSES and DATES they wish to attend!

LOCATION
PHOENIX DANCE STUDIOS
24850 N 19th Ave 
#103
Phoenix, AZ 85085


CLASSES:

JAZZ FUSION (APRIL 26th)

TIME: 7pm-8pm
ALL AGES
COST: $15
INSTRUCTOR: DELANEY SPANKO

Step into a dynamic and ever-evolving jazz experience! This class explores a new style of jazz each week, giving dancers the opportunity to expand their versatility, musicality, and performance quality. From the rhythmic energy of Latin jazz, to the storytelling of musical theatre jazz and the technique of classic jazz, each session dives into a unique genre with its own movement vocabulary and stylistic nuances. Dancers will build strong foundational technique while learning to adapt their artistry across styles, all in a fun, supportive, and high energy environment. Perfect for those looking to grow as well-rounded, confident performers!

HIP HOP DANCE CLASS (APRIL 19th )

TIME: 7pm-8pm
ALL AGES 
COST: $15
INSTRUCTORS: CHRIS ARELLANO

We had so much fun with Chris's Hip Hop Class we are doing it AGAIN! Hip Hop has made a huge appearance in contemporary musical theater from Hamilton to Sponge Bob, &Juliet and so many more. In this class students will explore the fundamentals and technique of Hip Hop dance. Class will consist of a warmup, technique work and a fun combination to put it all together. 

BALLET FUNDAMENTALS (APRIL  19th, and 26th)

TIME: 5pm-6pm
Ages 8 and up
COST: $15
INSTRUCTOR: Laurie 


This class is geared toward students who are looking to improve their ballet vocabulary and focus on their technique  and ballet skills. Ballet is the BASE of any other dance practice and imperative in the Musical Theater world. Class will include a group warmup, ballet bar, across the floor and center practice. 


TAP FUNDAMENTALS (APRIL 19th and 26th)

TIME: 6pm-7pm
ALL AGES
COST: $15
INSTRUCTOR: Shonn

Students will grow their tap vocabulary and focus on the clarity of their sounds and technique. Learning the popular steps found in musical theater choreography. Class will include a warmup, technique work and a short tap combo.


ACTING WORKSHOP WITH CHRIS (APRIL 19th)

*CLASS SIZE LIMITED*
TIME: 8pm-9pm
ALL AGES
INSTRUCTOR: CHRIS 
COST: $30 per student

This class is structured to sharpen student’s acting skills along with their confidence and imagination. We will work on world-building, listening and reacting, physicality, improvisation, and character analysis through games and exercises designed with young actors in mind. Whether you’re new to acting or ready to level up your skills, this class is all about exploring, expressing, and enjoying the art of performance.

AUDITION/ ACTING WORKSHOP WITH CHELSEA ANDERSON (APRIL 26th)

*CLASS SIZE LIMITED*
TIME: 8pm-9:15pm
ALL AGES
INSTRUCTOR: CHELSEA ANDERSON

In this workshop students will get the opportunity to present a short 30-45 second Monologue as if they were in an audition setting. Chelsea will work with each student, helping them grow their acting technique, presentation and confidence to bring strong acting choices, and focus to their auditions. 

The PARTICIPANTS are SOLD OUT,  BUT we are opening it up to those who would like to view the workshop to hear the feedback and learn from watching as well. Parents and all ages welcome

TIME: 8pm-9:15pm
COST: Viewer Only: $5

Cast announced for ROCK OF AGES: TEEN EDITION at Chandler Youth Theatre

 

Cast announced for THE MYSTERY OF THE BLUE TRAIN at Fountain Hills Theater


Ashleigh Brown…Katherine Grey
Matthew Cary…Commissary Caux
Rajaryan Golla…Major Richard Knighton
Kimarah Holt…Mirelle
Jason Hunt…Hercule Poirot
Rhea Johnston… Ruth Kettering
Henry Male…Rufus Van Aldin
Michael McGraw…Derek Kettering
Lauren Miller…Lenox Tamplin
Kristin Moran…Ada Beatrice Mason
Kathi Osborne…Rosalie Tamplin
Pat Russel…Charles (Chubby) Evans
Aby Sharma…Comte Armand de la Roche
Valerie Tanner…Amelia Viner/Ruth Kettering