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SB26 Performance Academy: The Addams Family Younger@Part

$300
Calendar Mar 16, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

PERFORMANCE ACADEMY
The Addams Family Younger@Part

Grades 5-8 • March 16-21, 2026 • 9:00 AM-4:00 PM • $290 Subscribers/$300 Non-subscribers

Auditions, Friday March 13, 4:00-6:00 PM
Class, March 16-19, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM
Class, March 20, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM (performance at 5:00 PM)
Class, March 21, 9:30 AM-12:00 PM (performance at 11:00 AM)

Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family—a man her parents have never met. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents. Auditions will be held from 4:00-6:00 PM on Friday, Mar. 13, to determine role assignment. All students enrolled must attend auditions.

Performances are at 5:00 PM on Friday, Mar. 20, and Sat., Mar. 21 at 11:00 AM. Each student receives 2 complimentary tickets to the performance of his or her choice. Additional tickets may be purchased for $6 each online at dmplayhouse.com beginning Mar. 1. Seating is general admission.

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Enola Holmes
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Enola Holmes

$300
Calendar Jun 8, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 5-7, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 8-12
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Enola Holmes may be a teenage girl, but she is also a savvy detective. She must find a missing Marquess, flee villains, AND elude her older brother (you know, that other Holmes detective), all while trying to solve the mystery of her mother’s disappearance. Rehearse the scenes and perform for family on the last day!

Performance Academy: Robin Hood*
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Performance Academy: Robin Hood*

$300
Calendar Jun 8, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 5-7, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 8-12
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Follow the adventures of Robin and her merry men (and women) as they battle the evil Prince John, outwit the Sheriff of Nottingham, give to the poor, and fight for justice. Strap on your swashbucklers and get ready to laugh with horseless jousting, over the top disguises, silly chases, epic battles with pool noodles, and a show-stopping archery contest with moving targets. Performance on the final day for family and friends!

*In Performance Academy, actors are taken through a more disciplined process: Auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a play to learn how to polish skills in a dynamic, challenging environment. Previous experience is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Performance Academy rehearsals move quickly and are generally more rigorous than other classes and camps, attendance is vital to the success of both the student and process. 

Performance Academy: Peter Pan & Wendy*
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Performance Academy: Peter Pan & Wendy*

$300
Calendar Jun 15, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 5-7, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 15-19
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Grab your pixie dust and fly straight into adventure! Join Peter Pan and Wendy Darling as they whisk Michael and John away to the thrilling world of Neverland—a place filled with sword fights, secret hideouts, mischievous fairies, fearless Lost Boys and Never Girls, and treacherous pirates. From daring escapes to epic battles, our heroes must work together to outsmart the notorious Captain Hook and his crew. On the final day of camp, family and friends will be there to cheer as the adventure comes to life onstage.

*In Performance Academy, actors are taken through a more disciplined process: Auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a play to learn how to polish skills in a dynamic, challenging environment. Previous experience is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Performance Academy rehearsals move quickly and are generally more rigorous than other classes and camps, attendance is vital to the success of both the student and process. 

Performance Academy: William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Clueless*
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Performance Academy: William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Clueless*

$300
Calendar Jun 15, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 8-12, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 15-19
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Cher, the fairest maiden of Bronson Alcott High in Beverly Hills, spends her days merrily match-making and mall-hopping with her best friend Dionne. But her good intentions create mischief for her friends and family, turning a comedy of errors into high drama. Can Cher admit her folly in time to save her friendships—and her own heart?

 taken through a more disciplined process: Auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a play to learn how to polish skills in a dynamic, challenging environment. Previous experience is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Performance Academy rehearsals move quickly and are generally more rigorous than other classes and camps, attendance is vital to the success of both the student and process. 

Performance Academy: Peter Pan & Wendy*
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Performance Academy: Peter Pan & Wendy*

$300
Calendar Jun 22, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 6-8, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 15-19
$290 Subscribers/$300 Non-Subscribers

Grab your pixie dust and fly straight into adventure! Join Peter Pan and Wendy Darling as they whisk Michael and John away to the thrilling world of Neverland—a place filled with sword fights, secret hideouts, mischievous fairies, fearless Lost Boys and Never Girls, and treacherous pirates. From daring escapes to epic battles, our heroes must work together to outsmart the notorious Captain Hook and his crew. On the final day of camp, family and friends will be there to cheer as the adventure comes to life onstage.

*In Performance Academy, actors are taken through a more disciplined process: Auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a play to learn how to polish skills in a dynamic, challenging environment. Previous experience is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Performance Academy rehearsals move quickly and are generally more rigorous than other classes and camps, attendance is vital to the success of both the student and process. 

Performance Academy: Audition Workshop*
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Performance Academy: Audition Workshop*

$240
Calendar Jun 29, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

Grades 5-8, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM, June 29-July 2
$230 Subscribers/$240 Non-Subscribers

The 2026-27 Season will be announced soon, and will include great titles with roles for young actors. Work with Playhouse directors to get the experience necessary to be comfortable in auditions. Participation in the course does not guarantee a role but will acquaint students with scenes from the shows, available roles and the audition procedure used at The Playhouse. This class will focus on the scene work from both plays and musicals in the upcoming Playhouse season.

*In Performance Academy, actors are taken through a more disciplined process: Auditioning, rehearsing, and performing a play to learn how to polish skills in a dynamic, challenging environment. Previous experience is not required, but is strongly encouraged. Performance Academy rehearsals move quickly and are generally more rigorous than other classes and camps, attendance is vital to the success of both the student and process. 





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