RISING STARS YOUTH THEATRE CO.

A Broadway World nominated non-profit, committed to enhancing arts education

SPRING 2026 TEEN WORKSHOP

Spring TEENS

SHE KILLS MONSTERS
(TEEN DIVISION | DRAMA)

Directed and Choreographed by Laura A. Rizzo

She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she finds herself catapulted into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was her sister’s refuge.
In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.
*This is a DRAMA and not a musical

Cast Size: Up to 25

Cast Type: TEEN Division (grades 9-12 ONLY)

Rehearsals: FEBRUARY 8 - MAY 9
Sundays: 3PM to 7PM (in-person)
Wednesdays: 7PM-8:30PM (virtual)

IMPORTANT DATES:
**
** TECH WEEK: ** (no excused absences)
May 3 (Sunday) 1-4PM
May 5 (Tuesday) 4:30 - 7:30PM
May 6 (Wednesday) - virtual 7PM - 8:30PM
May 7 (Thursday) 4:30PM - 7:30PM

Shows: MAY 8 @7PM and MAY 9 @ 2PM
Possible 3rd show on May 9 at 7PM

Location: The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta

Address: 32 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871

Tuition: $550/child
Payment to be made upon acceptance of role.

REGISTER & SUBMIT VIDEO AUDITION

Questions? email: risingstarsytc2@gmail.com

SPRING KIDS

Please read our TERMS & CONDITIONS page before registering.
By registering you are stating that you read and agree to ALL Terms & Conditions.

Q & A

Who Can Audition?

Our shows are appropriate for an audience of all ages, and all roles are youth-centric.

#1 - TEEN (grades 9-12)

#2 - KIDS (grades 2-8)
#3 - MIXED or DRAMA
(To be determined)

Everyone is eligible to audition but no one is guaranteed a role.

How to Audition?

Auditions are MANDATORY and we've incorporated registrations and auditions in one simple form.

Auditions are via Video Submission ONLY.
Record yourself singing a song and reading from the provided script listed on the Auditions page.

Ensemble roles are available for those who do not want the burden or responsibilty of a lead.
There are various ensemble roles available, that focus on vocals and/or dance, but most ensemble members do it all.
If you are most comfortable doing one but not the other, please let us know during your audition.

Go to: AUDITIONS PAGE

What Do I Do For an Audition?

Before singing, please state your name, age, and the name of the song. Then begin.

1. Singing: You should come prepared for a 45-90 second song. Sing with a backing track with no vocals, please.

2. Acting: You will read a monologue given to you at the audition to read. You do not need to memorize anything.

Go to: AUDITIONS PAGE

Attendance

Full attendance is required for all scheduled rehearsals.
Please ensure your child is available on all listed dates and times and that there are no conflicts.
Any conflicts must be put in writing on the registration/audition form - or via email to
risingstarsytc2@gmail.com
Verbal conflicts are not valid.

More than 2 unexcused absences may result in being pulled from the program.

Tech Weeks are mandatory.
Anyone who misses any tech week rehearsals, will not be allowed to perform.

Q & A

Workshops/Intensives

LOCATION:

PEHRSON HALL

@ The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta (32 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871)

All students should bring a packed lunch, snacks, and plenty of water each day.

Participants must wear comfortable athletic clothing and appropriate dance shoes.

Jeans are not permitted.

Please note:
All programs are non-refundable, non-exchangeable, and non-transferable.

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Are Performances Mandatory?

Absolutely!
Part of the this experience is to perform what you've learned over the course of the 2-3 weeks.
Your character/role is an essential part of the musical.

In order to be cast, one must be available for performances.

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Tuition,Fees & Cancellations

$550 / per intensive/workshop.
$600 for late registrations.

$25-100 costume fee - depending on the show. The director will announce the fee during the first week of the intensive.

(Costume fee is mandatory for all).

RSYTC has a strict
NO REFUND POLICY

Acceptance of a role or commencement of an intensive program constitutes agreement to a non-refundable fee structure.
All program registrations are non-transferable between participants. The organization reserves the right to enforce this policy without exception.

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Payments

We accept credit card payments online via Paypal, Venmo or Zelle.

If you are interested in doing multiple intensives, please pay for each one separately.

Please note
"Enrollment is limited and not guaranteed."

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