Auditions for MADAGASCAR A MUSICAL ADVENTURE, JR at Limelight Performing Arts announced for August 26

 

Auditions: Wednesday, August 26 from 6:30-8:30pm (or by video due same day)

Callbacks: Saturday, August 29 from 10am-1pm (or by video due same day)

Parent & Cast Info Meeting: Tuesday, Sept 1

Rehearsals Begin: Wednesday, Sept 2

Rehearsals: Wednesdays 5-9pm, Fridays 5-9pm, Saturdays (not everyone is called for all rehearsals and younger students will be released earlier when possible)

Tech Week: November 6-12

Performances: November 13-22

Casting ages 6-18 for our audition program

See below for ages 4-7 (Shooting Stars) and 8-14 (Academy Casts) with no parent volunteer hours and rehearsal only one day per week.

WHAT TO PREPARE:

– 30 seconds of a song that shows off your voice

– 30 second monologue OR Tell us a short story about something you’ve experienced, such as a favorite vacation, something fun you did recently, or another personal memory. We want to see your personality just as much as your performance!

Additional information can be found here on our brand new website!: https://limelightartsaz.org/auditions/

Your first look at NEWSIES at Limelight Performing Arts

 

photos by Samantha Weid

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs July 31-August 9

Cast announced for DISNEY'S NEWSIES at Limelight Performing Arts

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs July 31-August 9

Video Audition Submissions for HADESTOWN: TEEN EDITION at Limelight Performing Arts due by July 24

 

HADESTOWN TEEN EDITION

Some stories are older than time itself… but this one feels more relevant than ever. Journey to a world where love is tested, hope is hard-won, and the road between light and darkness is paved with unforgettable music. Will faith be enough to change fate

INITIAL AUDITIONS  Video Auditions due July 24 at 12pm (noon)

CALLBACKS Saturday, July 25 at 9am

CAST MEETING: Tuesday, August 4

FIRST REHEARSAL: Thursday, August 6

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3: September 25 – October 11 *this show will be double cast and we will allow a weekend missed due to fall break schedules.

This show will be DOUBLE CAST

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: *SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Please plan to have rehearsal conflicts listed on your audition application. Not all rehearsal days/times will be used and not all actors are called for every rehearsal.

Wednesdays 5-9pm, Thursdays 5-9pm, Fridays 6-10pm, and Saturdays

Tech Rehearsals Sept 18-24

Performances September 25-October 11)

WHAT TO PREPARE:

For your audition, prepare 30-60 seconds of a song that demonstrates both vocal ability and acting. Memorization is preferred but not required.

We will sing from the show for callbacks.

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DISNEY'S NEWSIES - Limelight Performing Arts - July 31-August 9, 2026

 

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged "newsies." When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what's right! Featuring the now classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies is packed with non-stop thrills and a timeless message, perfect for the whole family and every audience.

Content Warning: Disney’s Newsies is a family-friendly musical inspired by the true story of the 1899 Newsboys Strike. The show includes themes of poverty, child labor, unfair working conditions, and staged moments of conflict/fighting.

CLICK HERE for more information and to purchase tickets

Limelight Performing Arts is hiring Directors, Designers and Instructors as well as a Resident Stage Manager

DIRECTORS, DESIGNERS, INSTRUCTORS FOR ONGOING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS:

Instructors for 2026-2027 Season

The Academy at Limelight is currently looking for the following instructors:

Dance technique instructors with ballet/jazz experience.

Combo dance teachers for ages 3-7 who LOVE working with young children

Musical Theater directors/choreographers/music directors for weekly class programs

Acting instructors willing to teach weekly long-term classes

Acting instructors willing to teach workshops from time to time

Voice private lesson instructors

Acting private lesson instructors

CLICK HERE for more information on Instructors, Designers and Directors for the 2026-2027 Season

 

RESIDENT STAGE MANAGER: 

Limelight Performing Arts is a growing youth theatre organization dedicated to providing exceptional theatrical experiences while developing confident, creative, and compassionate young performers. We are seeking a highly organized, people-focused Production & Stage Management Coordinator to help oversee production logistics, stage management systems, volunteer coordination, and backstage operations across our productions.

This role is ideal for someone who loves both theatre and people. The successful candidate will create organized systems, support production teams, coordinate volunteers, and help ensure every production runs smoothly from rehearsal through performance.

CLICK HERE for more information on the Resident Stage Manager position

JUNIE B JONES THE MUSICAL - Limelight Performing Arts - June 12-20, 2026

 

Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends -— and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal,” and first grade has never been more exciting.

Performances at Studio 3

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Auditions for Limelight Performing Arts Summer shows just announced: NEWSIES on May 7 and JUNIE B JONES THE MUSICAL JR on May 8

JUNIE B JONES THE MUSICAL JR

For Junie B. Jones, we are allowing anyone interested to attend callbacks on Friday 5/8 from 4:30-6:30 pm. 

Join Junie B. on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store: Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends -— and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal,” and first grade has never been more exciting.

VIDEO AUDITIONS Due May 6

CALLBACKS Friday, May 8 from 4:00-6:30pm

CAST MEETING: Monday, May 11 from 4:30-5:15pm

FIRST REHEARSAL: Wednesday, May 13

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3: June 12-20 *possible extension to June 27

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NEWSIES

Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!

CASTING ALL AGES! (Adults included!)

AUDITIONS In Person Thursday, May 7 from 7-8:30pm (limited appointments available)

VIDEO AUDITIONS Due Wednesday, May 6

CALLBACKS:  May 13-15 (Appointments will be scheduled)

VIDEO CALLBACKS Due Wednesday, May 13

CAST MEETING Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30pm

FIRST REHEARSAL:  Wednesday, May 27

PERFORMANCES AT THE MESA ARTS CENTER: July 31-August 9

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Cast announced for BONNIE & CLYDE at Limelight Performing Arts

 

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs March 27-April 4

BONNIE & CLYDE - Limelight Performing Arts - March 27-April 4, 2026

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.\

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3

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FINDING NEMO, JR. - Limelight Performing Arts - April 24-May 9, 2026

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3

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Auditions for DISNEY'S FINDING NEMO, JR at Limelight Performing Arts announced for February 11

 

FINDING NEMO JR

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

CASTING AGES 18 and under

AUDITIONS In Person Wednesday, February 11 from 6:30-8:30pm

VIDEO AUDITIONS Due Wednesday, February 11 at 9pm

CALLBACKS:  Friday, February 13 *not everyone will need to attend a callback. We will only be scheduling callbacks by appointment 4:30-6:30pm for specific roles, not all roles)

VIDEO CALLBACKS Due Friday, February 13 at 9pm

CAST MEETING Tuesday, February 17 at 6pm

FIRST REHEARSAL:  Wednesday, February 18

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3: April 24-May 9

There will be Sunday performances for this show. Please indicate on your audition application if you cannot perform or rehearse on Sunday

This show will be DOUBLE CAST. If there are performance dates you cannot attend (for dance competitions, etc) please note that on your application.:

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: *SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Not all actors will be called for all rehearsals . JR Ensemble will rehearse ONE day a week until closer to showtime.

Wednesdays, February 17 – April 15

Fridays, February 19 – April 17

Saturdays, February 20 – April 18

Tech Rehearsals April 20-23

Performances April 24 – May 9

Let us know if you cannot perform on a Sunday

PARTICIPATION FEE:

$300 for actors 18 and under still in school (who are ALL IN and want to be in multiple parts of the show or leading/supporting roles) *includes a cast shirt

$200 for jr ensemble actors ages 4-7 cast in this role (only in limited parts of the show, limited rehearsal time)

Application for scholarships are due on the date of your audition. 

VOLUNTEER HOURS

The cast will be required to complete volunteer hours for the show, as outlined in the Limelight guide above: What to Expect.

WHAT TO PREPARE:

Check out the materials at the MTI Audition Central Website. 

Choose ANY 2 characters to read for at your audition (print these sides and bring with you)

Then prepare any 30-60 second song that showcases your voice. You may sing from the show OR any musical theatre or Disney song. 

Come dressed to dance.

QUESTIONS ABOUT AUDITIONS?

Email us at limelightartsaz@gmail.com or message us on FB or IG.

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Video Audition submissions for BONNIE & CLYDE at Limelight Performing Arts due by February 3

BONNIE & CLYDE

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.

CASTING AGES 14+ (with 2 roles for ages 10+: Young Bonnie & Young Clyde)

INITIAL AUDITIONS will be by Video only. Callbacks will be emailed as we receive videos. Earlier videos submitted will receive callback notices sooner.

VIDEO AUDITIONS Due Tuesday, February 3

CALLBACKS Wednesday, February 4 from 6:30-9pm

CAST MEETING: Wednesday, February 11 8:30-9:15pm

FIRST REHEARSAL: Wednesday, February 11 6:30-8:30pm

PERFORMANCES AT STUDIO 3: March 27-April 4 *possible extension April 12

This show may be DOUBLE CAST or will have UNDERSTUDIES.

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: *SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Not all actors are called for all rehearsals. These are the possible days that rehearsals will be scheduled. Please plan to have rehearsal conflicts listed on your audition application.

Wednesdays, February 11 – March 18

Fridays, February 13 – March 20

Saturdays, February 14 – March 21

Tech Rehearsals March 23-26

Performances March 27, 28, 29, 30, April 1, 2, 3, 4

Let us know if you cannot perform on a Sunday

PARTICIPATION FEE: (Youth ages 18 and under, still in school): $300 and includes a cast shirt and cast photo. Scholarships are available. Application for scholarships are due on the date of your audition. Additional scholarships available to committee leads.  Adults age 18+ (high school grads) must pay a $150 deposit, which will be returned upon completion of strike and volunteer hours.

VOLUNTEER HOURS

Cast families will be required to complete 10 volunteer hours for the show, work 2 show shifts, and participate in strike as outlined in the Limelight guide above: What to Expect

WHAT TO PREPARE:

For your video audition, Please read for 1-2 characters in the audition sides provided. Sing any 30 seconds of a song from the show (or in a similar style as the show).

We will sing from the show for callbacks, and read sides. Familiarize yourself especially with key duet songs as we may teach parts of duets to see how certain pairs sound together. 

For video auditions, you may film any 2 characters with someone reading the lines of the other characters in the scene.

QUESTIONS ABOUT AUDITIONS?

Email us at limelightartsaz@gmail.com or message us on FB or IG

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Your first look at BIG FISH at Limelight Performing Arts

photos by Samantha Weid

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs through January 17

Cast announced for BIG FISH at Limelight Performing Arts

CLICK HERE for  more information on this production, which runs January 9-17

BIG FISH - Limelight Performing Arts - January 9-17, 2026

Edward Bloom has lived a full and fantastical life, populated by witches, giants, and mermaids, marked by true love that stops time in its tracks, and framed by heroics that push the limits of believability. His adult son, Will, is no longer amused by his father’s fantastical tales, insisting on a rational rather than a fantastical account of one’s life. When Edward’s health declines, and Will learns that he and his wife, Josephine, will have a son of their own, Will decides to find out his father’s “true” life story, once and for all. Big Fish is a heartfelt, powerful, and truly magical musical about fathers, sons, and the stories that we use to define our identities. With spine-tinglingly beautiful music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, and a funny, heartwarming book by John August, Big Fish is a magnificent “big fish” of a tale, itself -- spectacular, fantastical, and overflowing with love.

Cast Schedule:

Cast A - January 9 - January 11

Cast B - January 14 - January 17

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THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER - Limelight Performing Arts - December 5–14, 2025

In this hilarious Christmas classic, a couple struggling to put on a church Christmas pageant is faced with casting the Herdman kids – probably the most inventively awful kids in history. You won't believe the mayhem – and the fun – when the Herdmans collide head-on with the story of Christmas!

This delightful show is adapted from the bestselling Young Adult book, and has become a holiday staple for groups across the United States. The crowd-pleasing comedy features plenty of great roles for children and adults, a few favorite Christmas Carols, and lots of laughs.

Fri, 12/5 6:30 PM - Candy Cane Cast 

Sat, 12/6 1:00 PM - Cocoa Cast   

Sun, 12/7 2:00 PM - Cocoa Cast   

Fri, 12/12 6:30 PM - Candy Cane Cast   

Sat 12/13 2:00 PM - Candy Cane Cast   

Sun, 12/14 2:00 PM - Cocoa Cast   

511 W Guadalupe Rd #12

Gilbert, AZ 85233, USA

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Your first look at THE ADDAMS FAMILY: YOUNG@PART at Limelight Performing Arts

CLICK HERE for more information on this production, which runs through November 8