​​LITTLE WOMEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL - Desert Foothills Theater - October 15-18, 2026

 

Ages 16+

Auditions: August 20-22, 2026

Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion​

Sandi Carll and Sierra Litman, Co-Directors

Set against the backdrop of the American Civil War, the story follows the four March sisters growing up in Concord, Massachusetts while their father serves as a Union Army chaplain. The musical frames the narrative through Jo’s perspective as she tries to sell her stories in New York City. When her friend, Professor Bhaer, challenges her to write from the heart, Jo begins weaving the personal history of her family.

For more information, including audition and show dates, visit; DFTheater.org

MADAGASCAR KIDS - Desert Foothills Theater - September 17-20, 2026

 

Afterschool, No-Cut Children's Production, Ages 7-14

Rehearsals begin August 10

The Holland Center

Madagascar – A Musical Adventure KIDS is an upbeat, family-friendly stage adaptation of the hit DreamWorks animated movie. It follows a crew of Central Park Zoo animals who accidentally end up on the wild island of Madagascar and must learn the value of friendship and teamwork.

For more information, including audition and show dates, visit; DFTheater.org

GRUMPY OLD MEN, THE MUSICAL - Desert Foothills Theater - January 14-17, 2027

 

Adults

Auditions: November 6-7, 2026

The Holland Center

Sandi Carll, Director

The story centers on John Gustafson and Max Goldman, childhood friends turned bitter rivals who spend their days trading insults, playing practical jokes, and ice fishing. Their decades-long freezing war heats up dramatically when Ariel Truax, an eccentric, beautiful, and free-spirited college professor, moves into the house across the street. Both men instantly fall for her, transforming their old neighborhood grudge into a fiercely competitive, hilarious battle for her romantic affection.   

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For more information, including audition and show dates, visit; DFTheater.org

TROLLS Jr., THE MUSICAL - Desert Foothills Theater - February 18-21, 2027

 

Audition-based, Children's Production, Ages 8-14

Auditions: November 19-20, 2026

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center

Mackenzie Moller, Director

Poppy and her fellow Troll thespians must revamp their theatrical show when a strict foreign emissary and a vengeful, rehired Chef threaten Bergenland. The Trolls have to meet high diplomatic expectations or risk being eaten, proving that the show must go on.

For more information, including audition and show dates, visit; DFTheater.org

FOOTLOOSE, THE MUSICAL - Desert Foothills Theater - May 20-23, 2027

                                                                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                       

90-MINUTE VERSION

Teens 15+ and Adults

Auditions: March 11-13, 2027

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center

Sandi Carll, Director

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

For more information, including audition and show dates, visit; DFTheater.org

Desert Foothills Theater's 2026/2027 Season!

 

MADAGASCAR KIDS

Afterschool, No-Cut Children's Production, Ages 7-14

Rehearsals begin August 10

Shows: September 17-20, 2026

The Holland Center

LITTLE WOMEN, THE BROADWAY MUSICAL

Ages 16+

Auditions: August 20-22, 2026

Shows: October 15-18, 2026

Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion​​​

GRUMPY OLD MEN, THE MUSICAL

Adults

Auditions: November 6-7, 2026

Shows: January 14-17, 2027

The Holland Center

TROLLS Jr., THE MUSICAL

Audition-based, Children's Production, Ages 8-14

Auditions: November 19-20, 2026

Shows: February 18-21, 2027

Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center

FOOTLOOSE, THE MUSICAL

90-MINUTE VERSION

Teens 15+ and Adults

Auditions: March 11-13, 2027

Shows: May 13-16, 2027

Sanderson Lincoln Pavilion

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