Springfield Little Theatre

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.