Chameleon Theatre Productions is a recreational theatre program that creates quality theatre programs with young actors. Cast members are children ranging in age from 7 to 18. Age-appropriate musicals, suitable for family viewing, are performed. Participants observe the process of producing a show from start to finish, learn songs and dance routines, create props, and more.
Elf the Musical Jr. | Fall Production
About the Show
In this show, Buddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is actually a human, until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his true identity. Faced with the harsh reality that his father is on the naughty list and that his half-brother doesn’t even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. (Music Theatre International).
Auditions:
Offered on August 18 and August 20 at Main Street Recreation Center. Registration is required and can be completed online at gepark.org/register. There is no fee to audition. Actors must be registered and present at an audition to be considered for a role. All who audition will receive a part in the musical.
August 22 at Spring Avenue Recreation Center. Only select actors will be called back for an additional audition to help cast them better. Time slots will be communicated via email by the end of the day August 20.
Casting & Participation Fee:
All who are cast after auditions must pay a participation fee ($375 for residents, $400 for nonresidents) prior to the first rehearsal. The fee includes a t-shirt and cast party. Costumes will need to be provided by participants closer to the performance.
Rehearsals:
August 25 to November 5 at Spring Avenue Recreation Center from 5:30-8 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays. Additional dance calls will take place on 2-3 Saturdays during the production process and will be communicated well in advance. A call sheet will be sent out weekly. Tech week will take place from November 10-12 from 5-8 pm at the theatre and will require all actors. A meeting for adults/caregivers and the cast will be scheduled after rehearsals begin.
Performances:
Thursday, November 13 through Sunday, November 17. Tickets will be sold at an additional cost.
SpongeBob the Musical: Youth Edition | Spring 2024
Finding Nemo Jr. | Fall 2023
Into the Woods Jr. | Spring 2023
Addams Family Young@Part | Fall 2022
Seussical Jr. | Spring 2022
Annie Jr. | Fall 2021
Programs
Drama classes for children are available each season. Offerings includes auditioning workshops, acting classes and improvisation courses. View the Playbook or visit our online registration portal for current programs.
Questions?
For more information, contact Anastasia Aubie at [email protected] or (630) 942-7267.
Chameleon Theatre Productions is a recreational theatre program that creates quality theatre programs with young actors. Cast members are children ranging in age from 7 to 18. Age-appropriate musicals, suitable for family viewing, are performed. Participants observe the process of producing a show from start to finish, learn songs and dance routines, create props, and more.
