MEAN GIRLS, JR - Chandler Youth Theatre - July 13-16, 2023

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends

Show times:

Thursday, July 13th 7:00 pm

Friday, July 14th 7:00 pm

Saturday, July 15th 7:00 pm

Sunday, July 16th 2:00 pm

Location: Seton High School Fine Arts Building (look for the balloons)

Light Concessions are sold at the door, candy, chips and water. No outside food permitted.

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JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH JR - Chandler Youth Theatre - November 12-20, 2022

Join Chandler Youth Theatre’s Company crew for the whimsical tale of James and his Giant Peach.

Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this “masterpeach” of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.

 

Please note some roles have been double cast:

The roles of Grasshopper and Centipede have been double cast.

GRASSHOPPER (Weekend 1): Jantzen Edgar

GRASSHOPPER (Weekend 2): Josie Poehls

CENTIPEDE (Weekend 1): Lily Anderson

CENTIPEDE (Weekend 2): CJ MorazanJ

improvMANIA Comedy Club 250 South Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85225

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A CHARLIE BROWN CHRISTMAS - Chandler Youth Theatre - December 15-18, 2022

Join Chandler Youth Theatre for our production of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” This delightful Christmas story is a great kick off to the holidays and is sure to become a family tradition!

Thursday, December 15th 5:30 pm

Friday, December 16th, 6:30 pm

Saturday, December 17th 4:00 pm

Sunday, December 18th 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm 

Located at Chandler Youth Theatre (ImprovMANIA) 250 S. Arizona Ave, Chandler 85225

The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas.

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THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL - Chandler Youth Theatre - January 19-22, 2023

Are you ready kids?!?! Follow Spongebob and friends under the sea in this funny, light hearted musical.

Thursday, January 19th 7:00 pm

Friday, January 20th 7:00 pm

Saturday, January 21st 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Sunday, January 22nd 2:00 pm

Shows at Seton High School: 1150 N Dobson Rd, Chandler, AZ 85224

The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!

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DISNEY'S NEWSIES, JR - Chandler Youth Theatre - September 23-25, 2022

 

Disney's Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.

When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what's right.

Including the now-classic songs "Carrying the Banner," "Seize the Day," and "Santa Fe," Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.

Seton Catholic Preparatory

1150 North Dobson Road, Chandler, AZ 85224

Friday September 23, 6:00 PM 

Saturday September 24, 2:00 PM & 6:00 PM 

Sunday, September 25 2:00 PM

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Chandler Youth Theatre’s 2022/2023 Season!

 

Bonnie & Clyde

Ages 14-19

SHOWS: Aug 19-21, 2022 @ Mesa Arts Center

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SYNOPSIS:

At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies in West Texas to America's most renowned folk heroes and Texas law enforcement's worst nightmares. Fearless, shameless and alluring, the Tony-nominated Bonnie & Clyde, from the legendary Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde, Civil War, Dracula) is the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire country. When Bonnie and Clyde meet, their mutual cravings for excitement and fame immediately set them on a mission to chase their dreams. Their bold and reckless behavior turns the young lovers' thrilling adventure into a downward spiral, putting themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law. Forced to stay on the run, the lovers resort to robbery and murder to survive. As the infamous duo's fame grows bigger, their inevitable end draws nearer. Bonnie & Clyde is a thrilling and sexy musical with a non-traditional score, combining blues, gospel and rockabilly music. Rated PG-13.

COMPANY TROUPE AUDITIONS

Ages 12-18

AUDITIONS: Aug 27

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Our Company troupe is an elite small group of teens ages 12+ wishing to gain experience in the world of musical theatre. Open auditions are held once a year in the fall for acceptance into the group. Company produces 3 musical productions, and one showcase over the course of one year. Each student is guaranteed a role in ALL 3 musical productions. Our company troupe also works collaboratively on each production, creating the props, sets, and costumes by hand and contributing ideas to the show. The Company shows are smaller scale in production with smaller casts and give the performers a chance to work closely with our staff and guest instructors to develop and hone their skills in areas such as voice, dance, teamwork, and more.

Newsies JR

Ages 6-12

SHOWS: Sep 23-25, 2022 @ Seton Catholic Prep

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SYNOPSIS:

Disney's Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what's right. Including the now-classic songs "Carrying the Banner," "Seize the Day," and "Santa Fe," Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.

James and the Giant Peach JR

COMPANY SHOW

SHOWS: Nov 11-20, 2022

SYNOPSIS:

Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale.  Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic. When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.

Charlie Brown Christmas

Ages 6-18

SHOWS: Oct 19

SHOWS: Dec 15-18

SYNOPSIS:

The classic animated television special A Charlie Brown Christmas comes to life in this faithful stage adaptation in which Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the Peanuts gang discover the true meaning of Christmas. Updated to include more of Vince Guaraldi's celebrated music from the 1965 TV special!

The Spongebob Musical

Ages 11-18

AUDITIONS: Oct 18

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SHOWS: Jan 19-22

SYNOPSIS:

The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!

Help! I'm Trapped In A Musical

COMPANY SHOW

SHOWS: Mar 3-12

SYNOPSIS:

There’s something strange going on at Sondheim High School. New transfer student, Norma LaBelle, is having trouble getting accustomed to the school’s unusual traditions. At any given moment, students and teachers burst into song for no apparent reason.  Each time they sing, it sounds almost like a famous Broadway musical. The math teacher sings a lesson on the Pythagorean theorem. The history teacher delivers a rap-filled class on Alexander Graham Bell. Mrs. Lovett, the Lunch Lady, delivers a menu filled with Broadway-themed meals. The students sing a celebration of Mondays and even the ‘bad’ kids perform the “Detention Tango.”  Principal Lloyd Webber is hiding a secret and enforces strict rules to keep the truth hidden from the students.  This show is full of fun surprises and is a delight for fans of Broadway musicals as well as for those new to the genre.

TBA - JR Show

Ages 6-12

AUDITIONS: Jan 7

SHOWS: Mar 31-Apr 2

SYNOPSIS: 

Rebellion is nigh in this gleefully witty ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the "revolting children" who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.

TBD - TEEN Show

Ages 12-18

AUDITIONS: Feb 2

SHOWS: Apr 20-23

Twisted: The Untold Tale of a Royal Vizier

COMPANY SHOW

SHOWS: May 19-28

SYNOPSIS: 

Hop on your flying carpet, because this musical parody retells the classic tale of Aladdin... from the villain's point of view! Long ago in a Magic Kingdom, one misunderstood Royal Vizier will go on a quest to save his city from its bumbling sultan, an invading prince, and the most notorious thief to ever live! With the help of the Kingdom's free-spirited, teenage Princess, the Vizier must find a magical lamp containing a wish-granting Djinn (who's really funny, by the way) and defeat the city's most-wanted criminal... Aladdin! This musical adventure celebrates and lovingly pokes fun at everyone's favorite series of hand-drawn, animated films.

TBD - ALL AGES Show

Ages 6-18

AUDITIONS: Apr 24

SHOWS: Jun 22-25

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