Dive into the magical world of theatre! Everyone who signs up will participate in the collaborative process of putting on a play or musical for the community (provided they are able to work cooperatively in a group setting for extended period with minimal conflicts) . Through the rehearsal process, each participant will be cast in a role as they rehearse and prepare scenes, learn songs, choreography and staging in a safe, supportive and instructive setting. By show time, each performer will have a Marquee moment to shine, sharpen skills as a performing artist, and stand up taller after the final bow! Rehearsals require more dedication than workshops and are a longer time commitment each week and recommended more for performers who are able to withstand the rehearsal process. Check out our Audition Q&A for the scoop on auditions.
"School House Rock Live! Jr." (Grades 1 - 11) The Emmy Award-winning Saturday morning educational cartoon series and pop culture phenomenon is now the basis for one of the funnest musicals ever to hit the stage, Schoolhouse Rock Live! JR. This energetic musical follows Tom, a young schoolteacher, who is nervous about his first day of teaching. He tries to relax by watching TV, when various characters representing facets of his personality emerge from the set and show him how to win his students over with imagination and music. Memorable songs as "Just a Bill," "Lolly, Lolly, Lolly" and "Conjunction Junction" bring his lesson plans vividly to life.
Auditions: (Attend one) Sept 1 from 5:30pm-8:30pm and Sept 2 from 5:30pm-8:30pm Rehearsals: First rehearsal Sept 6th (Every Tuesday, Thursday 5:30-8:30pm, and Saturday 9:30am-12:30pm) Tech Week (Rehearsals every day): October 17- 20, 5:30- 8:30pm Shows: Oct 21- 23 ● Friday: 7:30 ● Saturday: 3:00, 7:30 ● Sunday: 1:30 & 4:30 Tuition: $270
"Honk Jr" (Grades 3-12) This delightful score by George Stiles and Anthony Drewe (Mary Poppins), Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm and memorable score. Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, Honk! JR. the musical story of the ugly duckling will treat your audiences to equal amounts of laughter and tears.
Auditions: (Attend one) Thurs September 8 5:30-8:30pm OR Fri September 9 5:30pm-8:30pm Rehearsals: First rehearsal Sept 12 (Mondays, Wednesdays, 5:30- 8:30pm, Saturdays 1:00pm- 4:00pm) Tech Week: (Rehearsals every day): November 7-10th 5:30- 8:30pm Shows: November 11-13 ● Friday: 7:30 ● Saturday: 4:00, 7:30 ● Sunday: 1:30 & 4:30 Tuition: $270
"Shrek Jr" 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 JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family. Auditions: Select one and attend entire time: Tuesday May 24 and Wednesday May 25, 5:30-8:30pm Rehearsals begin June 13: Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays 5:30-8:30 Tech Week: July 25th-28th Shows for Cast 1: Friday, July 29th @ 7:30PM Saturday, July 30th @ 4:00PM & 7:30PM Sunday, July 31st @ 1:00PM & 4:00PM. Shows for Cast 2: Friday, August 5th @7:3oPM Saturday, August 6th @ 4:00PM & 7:30PM Sunday August 7th @ 1:ooPM & 4:00PM Tuition: $270 Need-based scholarships available; email info@marqueeyouth.org for more info
Improv Troupe (Grades 6 and Up) Learn how to trust your creative impulse while building ensemble through several games and exercises. Students will develop character building and live performance skills through team building, listening, pantomiming, reacting and adapting to unscripted material generated by their peers and a live audience. This class culminates with an improv showcase that will make any audience laugh out loud.