An Audition Preparatory Workshop for Springfield Little Theatre's Education Series production of THE CLAW will be offered Wednesday, March 25, 2026, from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at The Judy.

Everyone can benefit from a show’s audition workshop! Learn how to make your very best impression!

Participants will be taught a short movement combination, a portion of a song from the show, and a short line reading, all of which will be used in placement auditions. 

Placement Auditions will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026 from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM at The Judy.

AGES 8 - 18
Great for new, entry-level, AND returning students.
No experience is necessary. All are welcome!

The Springfield Little Theatre Education Department is excited to present THE CLAW in its 2025-2026 Education Series! 

In THE CLAW, when an out-of-order claw game suddenly turns back on, all of the toys are ecstatic! Well… all of the toys except for Dot, a terrified stuffed cow. Dot’s desperate to hold onto her home and her best friend, Aiden. Can Dot conquer her fear of the unknown with some help from the Flair Bears, Mighty Mutant Power Turtles, Beanie Elders, and the all-knowing Mystical 8-ball?

Placement auditions for performers ages 8 through 18 will be held Sunday, March 29th, 2026 at 7:00 PM at The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre ("The Judy"). At the auditions, participants will be taught a short movement combination and a portion of a song from the show and will be given and asked to perform a short line reading.

Check out the audition workshop on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026, to get a jump-start on the competition!

The cast and parent meeting/ first rehearsal will be held Tuesday, March 31st, 2026 at 7:00 PM at The Judy!

Rehearsals will begin Monday, April 6th, 2026 and will run Sundays - Thursdays from 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM. Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal.

Performances will be presented Friday, May 15th at 7:00 PM, Saturday, May 16th at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM, and Sunday, May 17th at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM in The Reynolds Auditorium at The Judy.

A participation fee/ tuition helps meet some of the project's costs.

Six public performances. Previous experience is required.

Step into the magical world of Roald Dahl’s MATILDA THE MUSICAL, JR., where imagination, bravery, and a little bit of mischief can change everything! This high-energy musical tells the story of Matilda, a brilliant young girl with a vivid imagination and extraordinary courage. When she faces the mean-spirited headmistress Miss Trunchbull, Matilda and her classmates discover that even the smallest voices can stand up for what’s right.

Filled with unforgettable songs, big dance numbers, and hilarious characters, this show is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to triumph on stage. If you love acting, singing, and being part of an inspiring story, come join the revolt, in the magic of MATILDA THE MUSICAL, JR.!

Summer Institutes are intensive, all-inclusive theatrical training grounds for experienced musical theatre performers resulting in six public performances. They provide exciting opportunities for committed students to be a part of a full-scale production. A demanding two-week process from beginning to end, a SLT Summer Institute may best be described as “summer stock” for youth!

Have a 4–7-year-old ready for the spotlight? Explore our Summer Institute Pre-Performance Opportunities, where young performers can experience the excitement of the beautiful Landers stage while building confidence through acting, singing, and dancing.

Ages 8-18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; $385
Previous class, workshop, or production experience and the adherence to the highest standard of conduct is required.

Six public performances. Previous experience is required.

Get ready for big laughs, catchy songs, and plenty of 1950s fun in BYE BYE BIRDIE: YOUTH EDITION! When teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie is drafted into the army, his manager and secretary cook up one last publicity stunt: Conrad will visit a small town and give one lucky fan a goodbye kiss on live television. But when the famous singer arrives, the town turns upside down with jealous boyfriends, star-struck teens, and plenty of hilarious chaos!

Packed with high-energy dance numbers, memorable characters, and classic musical theatre moments, BYE BYE BIRDIE: YOUTH EDITION is the perfect show for performers who love to sing, dance, and make audiences laugh. Join the cast and help bring this rock-and-roll musical comedy to life on stage!

Summer Institutes are intensive, all-inclusive theatrical training grounds for experienced musical theatre performers resulting in six public performances. They provide exciting opportunities for committed students to be a part of a full-scale production. A demanding two-week process from beginning to end, a SLT Summer Institute may best be described as “summer stock” for youth!

Have a 4–7-year-old ready for the spotlight? Explore our Summer Institute Pre-Performance Opportunities, where young performers can experience the excitement of the beautiful Landers stage while building confidence through acting, singing, and dancing.

Ages 8-18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; $385
Previous class, workshop, or production experience and the adherence to the highest standard of conduct is required.

Six public performances. All experience levels!

Be a part of a fun musical theatre production from start to finish in The Reynolds Auditorium at The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre! All experience levels welcome.

This SLT Summer experience concludes with 6 public performances of JUNIE B.'s ESSENTIAL SURVIVAL GUIDE TO SCHOOL, JR., a fun, family-friendly musical based on the popular Junie B. Jones books.

The story follows first-grader Junie B. Jones, who decides she’s the perfect person to write the ultimate guide to surviving school. As she gathers advice about everything from backpacks and classroom rules to friendships and playground drama, Junie B. struggles with writer’s block and keeps getting into trouble along the way. With help from her classmates and teacher, she learns that making mistakes is part of growing up—and that school (and life) always has more lessons to teach.

The show features upbeat songs, lots of humor, and heartwarming messages about friendship, responsibility, and learning from your mistakes

PERFORMANCES: Friday and Saturday, August 14 and 15, 2026; 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM

Ages 4-7, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM;$170
Ages 8-18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; $285