Auditions for MATILDA at Hidden Cactus Theatre annoucned for August 17 & 20

After months of dreaming, planning, and building, we are thrilled to announce our very first true community theatre auditions for Roald Dahl’s production of Matilda!

NO COST / NO PRODUCTION FEE

Participation is completely free, but casting spots are limited and will be filled through the audition casting process.

Audition Information:

Who: Ages 8+

• Children’s Roles: Ages 8–16

• Adult Roles: Ages 16+

Auditions: August 17 & 20

Callbacks: August 22

Performance Dates: November 19–21

All roles are open and will be cast through an audition.

We are actively seeking both adult and youth performers.

Whether you’re stepping on stage for the first time or returning to the spotlight, we want to see you there.

Auditions are Monday 8/17 & Thursday 8/20 

Sign up is at the bottom of this page:  https://hctaz.com/auditions/matilda/

Cast announced for SHREK, JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre

One performance only this Saturday June 6th at 3pm

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tickets-hct-production-of-shrek-the-musical-kids

Registration now open for Hidden Cactus Theatre's no cut summer camp production of SHREK KIDS

 

Hidden Cactus Theatre presents a no cut summer camp of Shrek Kids.

Registration now open until spots fill. 

Ages 6-14 June 1-6th 9am-3pm. 

Registration and more info here: 

https://hctaz.com/auditions/shrekthemusicalkids/

Your first look at THE WIZARD OF OZ: YOUTH EDITION at Hidden Cactus Theatre

photos by Jeanette Brown 

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs March 5-7

THE WIZARD OF OZ - Hidden Cactus - March 5-7, 2026

Tickets can also be purchased at www.hctaz.com and click “Buy Tickets” 

Auditions for THE WIZARD OF OZ YOUTH EDITION at Hidden Cactus Theatre announced for December 6

 

Auditions and Call Backs take place Saturday December 6th at Vida Church: 319 N 64th St Mesa AZ 85205

Performances March 5-6, 2026

CLICK HERE for more information

Your first look at BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre

photos by Jeanette Brown “In the light Photography” 

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs March 20-22

Cast announced for DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre

 

Runs from March 20th-22nd. 

Tickets at www.hctaz.com click “buy tickets” 

DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR - Hidden Cactus Theatre - March 20-22, 2025

Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. is a fantastic adaptation of the story of transformation and tolerance. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice.

Thursday, Friday, Saturday - 7pm

Saturday - 2pm

CLICK HERE for more information, and to purchase tickets

Auditions for DISNEY'S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre announced for January 6

 

Casting ages 10-17

(Ages 8-9 can audition but we will have limited roles)

AUDITIONS: Monday, January 6th  

Video Auditions also accepted until Sunday, January 5th

REHEARSAL AND SHOW LOCATION: Vida Church, 319 N 64th St. Mesa, AZ 85205

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Be prepared to sing 30-60 seconds from a musical number without using a song from this show. Bluetooth speaker will be provided; please bring a device such as a cell phone or iPad with karaoke or instrumental music.

Most of all, have fun singing and let your personality shine! 

CALLBACKS:

These will be by invitation only on Monday, January 13th 5:00-9:00 PM

Final Cast List to be emailed by Sunday, January 19th (Subject to change)

If cast, Rehearsals begin January 20th (Subject to change)

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ARE CLOSED AUDITIONS AND CALLBACKS

NO FAMILY IS PERMITTED IN THE AUDITION ROOM

MANDATORY TECH DAYS:

Saturday, March 15th

Monday, March 17th

Tuesday, March 18th

SHOWS:

Thursday, March 20th at 6 PM

Friday, March 21st at 6 PM

Saturday, March 22nd at 1PM & 6PM

CLICK HERE for more information

Cast announced for DISNEY'S FROZEN, JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre

Elsa: Mackenzie Gilligan 

Anna: Kinzi Weech 

Kristoff: Zacary Nelson 

Sven/Understudy Kristoff: Skyler Weaver Hans/King Agnarr: Jack Jarrett 

Olaf: Kingston Putnam 

Young Elsa: Teagan Magnano 

Young Anna: Victoria Diaz 

Pabbie: Evan Brown 

Middle Elsa: Katelyn Christensen 

Middle Anna/Understudy Olaf: Audrey Kallis Oaken: Krisha Sorensen 

Bulda/Bishop: Katy Kerrigan 

Weselton: Benjamin Diaz 

Queen Iduna/Understudy Elsa: Hope Varadin Snow Dancer/Townsperson/Understudy Anna: Hannah Diaz 

Snow Dancer/Handmaiden: Harlow Quinn Miller Townsperson: Kinley Carothers 

Townsperson: Marley Yost Snow Dancer/Townsperson: Elyse Jarrett 

Snow Dancer/Housekeeper: Annabelle Bozeman Snow Dancer/Steward/Understudy Queen Iduna: Joy Varadin 

Snow Dancer/Butler/Understudy Young Elsa: Charis Conway 

Cook/Understudy Young Anna: Katherine Sampley

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs October 17-19

DISNEY'S FROZEN, JR - Hidden Cactus Theatre -October 17-19, 2024

Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

SHOWS:

Thursday, October 17th at 6 PM

Friday, October 18th at 6 PM

Saturday, October 19th at 1PM & 6PM

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, and to purchase tickets

Auditions for DISNEY'S FROZEN JR at Hidden Cactus Theatre announced for August 5th

Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.

Director: Kieara Kurtz-Williams

Musical Director: Paul Gillaspie

Co-Director: Michelle Kavanaugh

Choreographer: Sophie Weech

Stage Manager: Kaylee Kavanaugh

AUDITION INFORMATION

Casting ages 10-17

(Ages 8-9 can audition but we will have limited roles)

AUDITIONS: Monday, Aug 5th  5-8 PM

Be sure to REGISTER and reserve your AUDITION time at the link below!

Video Auditions also accepted until Sunday, August 4th

REHEARSAL AND SHOW LOCATION: Vida Church, 319 N 64th St. Mesa, AZ 85205

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Please bring a headshot and resume

You can also email ahead of time to info@hctaz.com

Be prepared to sing 30-60 seconds from a musical number without using a song from this show. Bluetooth speaker will be provided; please bring a device such as a cell phone or iPad with karaoke or instrumental music.

Most of all, have fun singing and let your personality shine! 

CALLBACKS:

These will be by invitation only on Monday, August 12th 5-8 PM 

Final Cast List to be emailed by Sunday, August 18th (Subject to change)

If cast, Rehearsals begin August 19th (Subject to change)

PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE ARE CLOSED AUDITIONS AND CALLBACKS

NO FAMILY IS PERMITTED IN THE AUDITION ROOM

MANDATORY TECH DAYS:

Saturday, October 12th

Monday, October 14th

Tuesday, October 15th

SHOWS:

Thursday, October 17th at 6 PM

Friday, October 18th at 6 PM

Saturday, October 19th at 1PM & 6PM

CLICK HERE for more information