RISING STARS YOUTH THEATRE CO.
A Broadway World nominated non-profit, committed to enhancing arts education
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RISING STARS YOUTH THEATRE CO.
A Broadway World nominated non-profit, committed to enhancing arts education
SUMMER 2025 INTENSIVES
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* AUDITION NOW!!!!
Auditions are mandatory for newcomers
(via video submission only)
Everyone must register. Auditions without registrations will be canceled.
Questions? email: risingstarsytc2@gmail.com
FROZEN JR.
(Mixed Division)
Because of popular demand we are letting it go and adding a 4th summer intensive to our 2025 Season!
It's going to be Christmas in July in Sussex County with Disney's Frozen Jr.!
The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Cast Size: Up to 25
Cast Type: MIXED DIVISION (ages 8 to 18 only)
Rehearsals: June 25 - July 12
Monday-Friday 9AM to 3PM
(closed July 4th)
Shows: July 11 @7PM and July 12 @ 2PM
Possible 3rd show on July 12 at 7PM
Location: Pehrson Hall/The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta
Address: 32 Main Street - Sparta, NJ 07871
Tuition: $550/child
Deadline: APRIL 25​​
*** If your school district is ending their academic year on a later date, we will work around those schedules to accommodate all participants.
This production is a separate commitment and cannot be exchanged for another show.
You cannot switch nor quit from Annie Jr. or Something Rotten to join Frozen Jr.
ANNIE JR
(Junior Division)
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The irrepressible comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved, award-winning musicals.
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone's hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City. Annie is determined to find the parents who abandoned her years ago on the doorstep of an orphanage run by the cruel Miss Hannigan. Annie eventually foils Miss Hannigan's evil machinations, finding a new home and family in billionaire Oliver Warbucks, his personal secretary, Grace Farrell, and a lovable mutt named Sandy.
With plenty of parts to go around, including featured roles as well as ensemble parts for orphans, servants and tourists, Annie JR. is ideal for productions involving different grade levels.
Cast Size: Up to 30
Cast Type: JUNIOR DIVISION (age 8 to 14)
Rehearsals: JULY 14 - JULY 25
Monday - Friday 9AM to 3PM
Shows: JULY 25 @7PM and JULY 26 @2PM
Possible 3rd show on July 26 at 7PM
Location: Pehrson Hall /The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta
Address: 32 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871
​Tuition: $600/child
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LATE REGISTRATIONS: Cast for ensemble roles only.
Full payment is required at the time of registration
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* AUDITIONS are mandatory for newcomers
Registrations made after March 25 are considered LATE REGISTRATIONS
Everyone must register. Auditions without registrations will be canceled.
Questions? email: risingstarsytc2@gmail.com
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* AUDITIONS are mandatory for newcomers
Registrations made after March 25 are considered LATE REGISTRATIONS
Everyone must register. Auditions without registrations will be canceled.
Questions? email: risingstarsytc2@gmail.com
SOMETHING ROTTEN
(Mixed Division)
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Two brothers set out to write the world’s first musical in this hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway.
Welcome to the Renaissance and the outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce, Something Rotten. The musical is set in 1590s London, when the Puritans held power and William Shakespeare was England's biggest celebrity.
Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are desperate to write a hit play but are stuck in the shadow of that Renaissance rock star known as "The Bard." They consult a soothsayer who tells them that the future of theater involves singing, dancing, and acting at the same time. They set out to write the world's first musical, but find themselves in a battle with Shakespeare.
Something Rotten features large song and dance numbers, and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters, each given his or her own special moment in the show to shine. Throughout its Broadway run, the musical received a show-stopping standing ovation from audiences... in the beginning of the first act! It’s become clear that “nothing’s as amazing as a musical,” so don’t miss your chance to bring this history-twisting tale to your stage.​​
Cast Size: Up to 30
Cast Type: MIXED DIVISION (ages 8 to 18 only)
Rehearsals: JULY 28 - AUGUST 8
Monday-Friday 9AM to 3PM -- 4PM for leads
Shows: AUG 8 @7PM and AUG 9 @ 2PM
Possible 3rd show on Aug 9 at 7PM
Location: The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta
Address: 32 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871
Tuition: $600/child
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LATE REGISTRATIONS: Cast for ensemble roles only.
Full payment is required at the time of registration
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 most roles are teen-centric.
SWEENEY TODD is open to our seniors (ages 13-18 only).
BEETLEJUICE JR is open to our juniors (ages 8 to 13)
FROZEN JR is open to all ages (8-18)
OKLAHOMA! is open to our seniors/teen only (ages 13-18)
ANNIE Jr is open to our juniors (ages 8-13 only)
SOMETHING ROTTEN is open to all ages - from 8 to 18
Everyone is eligible to audition but no one is guaranteed a role.
How to Audition?
Auditions are MANDATORY typically for LEAD roles and for ALL NEWCOMERS.
Each workshop and/or intensive will have their own audition notes.
Auditions are LIVE and in-person
Select a time for a 15-minute audition with the director.
No one will be cast for any show without doing an audition.
Go to:
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.
3. Dancing: If you are called back for a lead you may be asked to create a short 30 -60 second video, highlighting your dance ability.
Don't Want a Lead Role?
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.
Workshops/Intensives
LOCATION:
PEHRSON HALL
@ The First Presbyterian Church of Sparta (32 Main Street, Sparta, NJ 07871)
You must be available for all rehearsal days and times.
Kids should be dressed in athletic attire with proper dance shoes.
No jeans.
All kids must bring in lunch, snacks and plenty to drink.
Programs are non-transferrable.
View our Terms & Conditions
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.
View our Terms & Conditions
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
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Acceptance of a role or commencement of an intensive program constitutes agreement to a non-refundable fee structure.
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All program registrations are non-transferable between participants. The organization reserves the right to enforce this policy without exception.
View our Terms & Conditions
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."
View our Terms & Conditions
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