We are very pleased to share the news of The Bushnell Performing Arts Scholars, coming into our arts education program offerings in the Fall of this year!
We are very pleased to share the good news of The Bushnell Performing Arts Scholars... Now offered through our Arts Education Programming!
Youth between the ages of 7 to 14 years will have the opportunity to audition for this theatrical learning experience that will incorporate instruction and guidance in all primary aspects of performance fundamentals, including character development, creative expression, and stage presence. Be they an experienced young actor, or a complete novice, these young scholars will thrive in our impactful and comprehensive program that will allow them to explore the range of their imaginations and artistic intuition. The skills that will be attained by way of active engagement in masterclasses, creative workshops, and semi-independent instruction led by industry professionals and our acclaimed teaching artists, will support the development of self-confidence, critical and divergent thinking, effective self-expression, and the art of collaboration. This 5-month program will culminate in the live theatrical production of Matilda, Jr. at The Bushnell!
Program participation is limited and can be attained only by way of audition assessment and subsequent invitation/placement.
The following guidelines will apply to all program candidates and participants:
► Applications for audition appointments are required by all. Online submissions begin on Sunday, June 1, 2025, and a $10, non-refundable application fee will be applied.
► Audition appointments will be confirmed via email only prior to Monday, June 9, 2025.
► Optional audition prep classes will be offered in July and August 2025. Class fees are $100/session.
► Cast lists will be distributed online prior to September 12, 2025.
► Program tuition is $600 for the full course, October 2025 - March 2026. A $150 participation fee deposit is required on or before September 30, 2025. (Remaining payment due dates are November 30, 2025, January 30, 2025 and March 1, 2025 - $150 each.)
► Masterclasses and Instructional Workshops will take place on Thursdays from 5:30-7:30pm – 10/9/25 - 11/20/25.
► Rehearsals will take place on Tuesdays & Wednesdays from 5:30-7:30pm and Sundays from 11:30-2:30.
1/6/26 - 3/22/26.
► All tech week rehearsals are mandatory and will take place Tuesday 3/24/26 - Friday 3/27/26 from 5:30-8pm.
Auditions will take place on Sunday 9/7/25, Monday 9/8/25, Tuesday 9/9/25, and Wednesday 9/10/25
Performances will take place on Saturday and Sunday, March 28th, 2026 and March 29th, 2026 at the Bushnell.