Learn the basics of what makes a "Well-Made-Play" and using a variety of writing exercises and  groupwork, hone that knowledge into a short play for production at the end of 12 weeks. You will also learn the most common way to format and submit a play for consideration at theaters, festivals, and contests.

Presented in partnership with D.O.T.S., Devising Original Theatre Springfield.

For more information contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or e-mail education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Take your performance skills to the next level in this exhilarating four-day summer workshop designed for experienced musical theatre performers ages 13 and up! Train with Broadway industry professionals, both in person and through virtual visits, as you dive into challenging musical theatre dance combinations, insightful vocal workshops, and dynamic acting techniques.

Work with repertoire from your favorite Broadway shows, refine your artistry, and gain invaluable insight from those who have graced the Great White Way. The experience culminates in an exciting showcase performance on Friday at 7:00 PM in The Reynolds Auditorium at The Judy, where participants will shine in front of family, friends, and theatre enthusiasts.

Don’t miss this chance to elevate your craft and step into the spotlight like never before!

Thinking about joining SLT Academy? Get a firsthand look at what it’s like to be a middle or high school student in our pre-professional training program during this two-day immersive experience!

Participants will:

• Meet one-on-one with our staff for personalized consultations
• Tour The Judy and explore our state-of-the-art facilities
• Preview our curriculum and daily schedule
• Take part in conservatory-style arts classes in acting, voice, and dance
• Meet current and former students and hear about their experiences
• Connect with our talented faculty and see what makes SLT Academy unique

The experience culminates in a Parent & Student Informational Session and Q&A at 3:30 PM on the second day, where families can ask questions and gain deeper insight into our program.

If you’re passionate about musical theatre and looking for the perfect place to grow as a performer and student, come see if SLT Academy is the right fit for you!

Open to rising 6th-12th graders.

For additional information, contact SLT Academy Coordinator Jessica Bower at jessicab@springfieldlittletheatre.org.

For more information contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or e-mail education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.

For more information contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or e-mail education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.

For more information contact the Education Department at 417-413-2287 or e-mail education@springfieldlittletheatre.org.

Six public performances. Previous experience is required.

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!

Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in SHREK - THE MUSICAL, JR., based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical.  It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, SHREK - THE MUSICAL, JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.

Once upon a time, in a far away swamp, there lived an ogre named Shrek.  One day, Shrek finds his swamp invaded by banished fairytale misfits who have been cast off by Lord Farquaad, a tiny terror with big ambitions. When Shrek sets off with a wisecracking donkey to confront Farquaad, he's handed a task — if he rescues feisty princess Fiona, his swamp will be righted. Shrek tries to win Fiona’s love and vanquish Lord Farquaad, but a fairytale wouldn't be complete without a few twists and turns along the way.

Ages 8-18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; $385

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Even our youngest performers get to shine in SLT’s Summer Institute! Designed specifically for ages 4-7, this exciting program runs from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM daily and offers a fun, engaging introduction to musical theatre. Participants will explore acting, singing, and dancing in a nurturing and creative environment, all while preparing for their special moments on stage in our full-scale production of SHREK - THE MUSICAL, JR.!

This is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to experience the magic of theatre, build confidence, and be part of a professional-style production alongside older cast members. With six public performances, they'll get to share their hard work with family, friends, and theatre lovers alike on the Landers stage!

Join us for an unforgettable journey where even the smallest fairy tale creatures help bring this “big bright beautiful world” to life!

Ages 4-7, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM;$270

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PERFORMANCES: Friday and Saturday, July 18 and 19, 2025; 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM

Six public performances. Previous experience is required.

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!

It's our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in BEETLEJUICE, JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.

With music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee Eddie Perfect and a book by Tony Award-nominated pair Anthony King and Scott Brown, Beetlejuice was nominated for eight 2019 Tony Awards including Best New Musical. A viral "sucks-yes" on social media, this musical struck a chord with young theatre lovers who adored its unabashed humor and emotional honesty.

Created for the generation that made it a hit, BEETLEJUICE, JR. is a wacky theatrical party for all!

Ages 8-18, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM; $385

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Even our youngest performers get to shine in SLT’s Summer Institute! Designed specifically for ages 4-7, this exciting program runs from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM daily and offers a fun, engaging introduction to musical theatre. Participants will explore acting, singing, and dancing in a nurturing and creative environment, all while preparing for their special moments on stage in our full-scale production of BEETLEJUICE, JR.!

This is a fantastic opportunity for young performers to experience the magic of theatre, build confidence, and be part of a professional-style production alongside older cast members. With six public performances, they'll get to share their hard work with family, friends, and theatre lovers alike on the historic Landers stage!

Ages 4-7, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM;$270

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PERFORMANCES: Friday and Saturday, August 1 and 2, 2025; 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, and 2:30 PM