Theater Programs

Theater Programs

The Stage School Theater Programs

The Park District offers theater programs led by professional instructors of The Stage School. Throughout each session, students learn performing arts skills and rehearse a play, musical, or skit that is presented to family and friends at the end of class. Our productions offer fun and challenging roles for performers with all levels of experience. No auditions are required, and all students are placed in a role that allows them to shine.

Programs

3180113 / Theater Camp: Week 3, 8:30am-11:30am

Join us for this fun feline musical, where one particular kitten by the name of Mewliet (as in Juliet) comes to the group with a problem: her friend, who has a huge admiration for cats, would like Mewliet to teach them how to climb a tree like a cat. The other cats are eager to help until they find out that the friend’s name is Rover and is, in fact, a dog! In the course of the musical, the cats, Rover, and his canine pals, come to realize that maybe if they got a different perspective, they all might get along. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 27 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180115 / Theater Camp: Week 5, 8:30am-11:30am

“Olaf’s Summer Adventure”, is a delightful new musical for children inspired by the hit Disney musical Frozen. Join the beloved snowman Olaf and his friends as he sets off on a new musical adventure, and learns an important lesson about staying true to who you are. Featuring your favorite songs from Frozen and other Disney shows, Olaf’s Summer Adventure will be a delight for children and audiences alike! M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 11 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180116 / Theater Camp: Week 6, 8:30am-11:30am

Join us for a magical adventure through the Peppermint Forest and the Gumdrop Mountains as a group of kids make a musical journey to the Candy Castle! Featuring delightful songs and a cast of characters that includes Mr. Mint, Lord Licorice, King Candy and many more, Candyland: The Musical will be a sweet treat for students and audiences alike! M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 18 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180117 / Theater Camp: Week 7, 8:30am-11:30am

Broadway Bound is an adorable musical revue, celebrating the excitement and sparkle of Broadway’s most beloved shows. Young performers shine as they sing, dance, and act their way through familiar tunes and memorable characters. With its charming cast and playful energy, Broadway Bound is a delightful introduction to the magic of musical theatre. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 25 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180118 / Theater Camp: Week 8, 8:30am-11:30am

Join in the fairytale frenzy when Chicken Little, the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, the Cat with a fiddle, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue and a host of other characters are having a BAD DAY! But with the help of a cheerful Mother Goose, discover how they learn to make the best out of life’s ups and downs. Join in the fairytale frenzy when Chicken Little, the Three Little Pigs, Humpty Dumpty, the Cat with a fiddle, Little Bo Peep, Little Boy Blue and a host of other characters are having a BAD DAY! But with the help of a cheerful Mother Goose, discover how they learn to make the best out of life’s ups and downs. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Aug 1 at the Centennial Activity Center.

3180123 / Theater Camp: Week 3, 9am-3pm

Disney’s Mary Poppins Jr. is a magical musical that brings the beloved story of the practically perfect nanny to the stage in a family-friendly adaptation. When Mary Poppins arrives at the Banks household, she leads Jane and Michael on whimsical adventures filled with wonder and life lessons. With classic songs like “A Spoonful of Sugar” and “Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious,” this show is bursting with charm, imagination, and heart. This enchanting production captures the power of kindness, creativity, and the joy of discovering the extraordinary in the everyday. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jun 27 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180125 / Theater Camp: Week 5, 9am-3pm

Based on the popular Disney Channel Original Movies, Disney’s Descendants: The Musical is a jam-packed with comedy, adventure, Disney characters, and hit songs from the film! Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost-home of the most infamous villains who ever lived-the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island…until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps, or learn to be good? M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 11 at Prairie Lakes Theater in Des Plaines, Il.

3180126 / Theater Camp: Week 6, 9am-3pm

Join us for Christmas in July! Elf the Musical Jr. is a heartwarming and hilarious holiday tale that follows Buddy, a human raised by elves at the North Pole, as he journeys to New York City to find his true family. Along the way, Buddy spreads Christmas cheer to everyone he meets with his boundless enthusiasm and childlike wonder. Filled with catchy songs, festive spirit, and laugh-out-loud moments, the show captures the magic and joy of the season. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 18 at Prairie Lakes Theater.

3180127 / Theater Camp: Week 7, 9am-3pm

Legally Blonde the Musical Jr. is a vibrant, empowering story that follows Elle Woods as she sets out to win back her boyfriend by enrolling at Harvard Law School. Along the way, Elle discovers her own brilliance, confidence, and determination, proving she’s more than just a pretty face. Filled with high-energy songs, bold characters, and plenty of pink-powered fun, the show celebrates staying true to yourself. This upbeat musical reminds audiences that believing in your own abilities is always in style. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Jul 25 at Prairie Lakes Theater, Des Plaines, Il.

3180128 / Theater Camp: Week 8, 9am-3pm

Our Summer season concludes with Willy Wonka Jr, a whimsical musical that brings Roald Dahl’s fantastical world of pure imagination to life on stage. When young Charlie Bucket discovers a golden ticket, he embarks on a magical tour of Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory. Filled with colorful characters, catchy songs, and unforgettable moments, the show celebrates creativity, kindness, and the joy of dreaming big. M-F will take place at Maine Park and the performance will take place on Saturday, Aug 1at Prairie Lakes Theater