ABOUT THE SHOW: Dare to Dream JR. is a vibrant musical revue that weaves together timeless classics, contemporary favorites, and reimagined medleys to celebrate a century of Disney magic. An eager group of young trainees attend their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio, where they must first discover their own dreams in order to help others achieve theirs. The team works together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Featuring songs from 24 Disney films, including Tangled, The Lion King, Toy Story, The Princess and the Frog, and Encanto, this musical revue is jam-packed with show-stopping dance numbers, new twists on classic songs, and a powerful message that will surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.
Disney’s Dare to Dream JR.is presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International
Winter 2026
SEUSSICAL THE MUSICAL JR.
Grade 3rd – 12th
“Oh, the thinks you can think” when Dr. Seuss’ best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper! Students enrolled in our winter production class will have a fully produced, OCP production experience. This all-youth cast will audition, rehearse, and perform Seussical the Musical Jr.
*Please review the pre-registration packet before enrolling your student.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty. Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: Auditions: Sunday, January 4 | 1:00 – 5:00pm Week 1: Tuesday, January 6 & Thursday, January 8 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 2: Tuesday, January 13 & Thursday, January 15 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 3: Tuesday, January 20 & Thursday, January 22 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 4: Tuesday, January 27 & Thursday, January 29 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 5: Tuesday, February 3 & Thursday, February 5 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 6: Tuesday, February 10 & Thursday, February 12 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 7: Tuesday, February 17 & Thursday, February 19 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 8: Tuesday, February 26 & Thursday, February 24 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 9: Tuesday, March 3 & Thursday, March 5 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 10: Monday, March 9 – Thursday, March 12 | 5:00 – 8:00pm Week 11: Monday, March 16 – Friday, March 20 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm *No conflicts allowed this week Week 12: Tech Week: Sunday, March 22 | 2:00 – 6:30 pm *No conflicts allowed this week
Monday, March 23 | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Tuesday, March 24 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Wednesday, March 25 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Thursday, March 26 | 6:30pm Call Time Performances: Friday, March 27 | 6:30pm Call Time
Saturday, March 28 | 1:00pm & 6:30 pm Call Time (Two Show Day!)
Sunday, March 29 | 1:00 pm Call Time
Spring/Summer 2026
DISNEY’S NEWISES JR.
Grade 3rd – 12th
Students enrolled in our spring/summer production class will have a fully produced, OCP production experience. This all-youth cast will audition, rehearse, and perform Disney’s Newsies Jr.
*Please review the pre-registration packet before enrolling your student.
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Disney’s Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein. When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right. Including the now-classic songs “Carrying the Banner,” “Seize the Day,” and “Santa Fe,” Newsies JR. is a timeless story full of spirit and heart.
REHEARSAL/PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE: Auditions: Sunday, April 12 | 1:00 – 5:00pm Week 1: Tuesday, April 14 & Thursday, April 16 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 2: Tuesday, April 21 & Thursday, April 23 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 3: Tuesday, April 28 & Thursday, April 30 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 4: Tuesday, May 5 & Thursday, May 7 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 5: Tuesday, May 12 & Thursday, May 14 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 6: Tuesday, May 19 & Thursday, May 21 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 7: Tuesday, May 26 & Thursday, May 28 | 5:00 – 7:00 pm Week 8: Monday, June 1 – Thursday, June 4 | 5:00 – 7:00pm Week 9: Monday, June 8 – Thursday, June 11 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm Week 10: Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19 | 5:00 – 8:00pm *No conflicts allowed this week Week 11: Tech Week: Sunday, June 21 | 2:00 – 6:30 pm *No conflicts allowed this week
Monday, June 22 | 5:00 – 8:00pm
Tuesday, June 23 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Wednesday, June 24 | 5:00 – 8:00 pm
Thursday, June 25 | 6:30pm Call Time Performances: Friday, June 26 | 6:30pm Call Time
Saturday, June 27 | 1:00pm & 6:30 pm Call Time (Two Show Day!)
Sunday, June 28 | 1:00 pm Call Time
Audition Workshops
SEUSSICAL JR. YOUTH AUDITION WORKSHOP
GRADES 3rd – 12th | FREE
SATURDAY | 10:00AM – 12:00PM | JANUARY 3
Students enrolled in the spring production class are invited to join us for this free workshop! During the workshop, actors will receive guidance and feedback on audition materials and leave with an understanding of what to expect at auditions. All actors will leave with a song and sheet music for their audition. While this workshop is free, pre-registration is required!
*All students registered for the spring production class WILL be cast in the show. All students who audition must be registered. *
NEWSIES JR. YOUTH AUDITION WORKSHOP
GRADES 3rd – 12th | FREE
SATURDAY | 10:00AM – 12:00PM | APRIL 11
Students enrolled in the spring production class are invited to join us for this free workshop! During the workshop, actors will receive guidance and feedback on audition materials and leave with an understanding of what to expect at auditions. All actors will leave with a song and sheet music for their audition. While this workshop is free, pre-registration is required!
*All students registered for the spring production class WILL be cast in the show. All students who audition must be registered. *
The Shirlee & Henry Fonda Theatre Academy is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals have access to arts education. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please fill out our online application. Our education department will respond to your application as soon as possible.
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Refunds
If you would like to cancel your student’s registration, you may do so through our ACTIVE registration system. A full refund will be issued minus a $5 processing fee for cancellations made within one week of the program’s first day. No refunds after this point, only credit toward tuition of a future class, camp or workshop within a year of the cancellation, minus a $5 processing fee. No exceptions for injury or illness.
Cancellation of Class
If your camp is canceled, you will have the choice of a full refund (no processing fee charge) or a credit toward a future class, camp, or workshop.
Behavior: In order to ensure students derive maximum benefit and enjoyment from the classroom experience, students who become disruptive or disrespectful will be removed from class with no refund of tuition.
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