WINTER 25 UPSTAGE AUDITIONS
CLICK HERE to complete our registration for UPSTAGE Winter 25 Productions
LOCATION
All auditions, rehearsals and performances will be held at OVATIONS located at 16021 Industrial Drive, Bay 7, Gaithersburg MD 20877.
SPRING AWAKENING
At this time, we are casting all roles for adult performers ages 21 and older.
AUDITIONS
Auditions will be held on Tuesday, December 16, beginning at 7:00 PM.
If you’re unable to attend the in-person auditions, you may submit a video audition by Monday, December 15. When submitting, please use the subject line “SPRING AWAKENING SUBMISSION.” Be sure to provide an open (shareable) link that all production members can access, or attach the video file directly to your email.
An email will be sent on the day of auditions with instructions on how to register for an audition slot to all who’ve completed the online registration.
Please prepare a full song from the show. Everyone will initially be asked to sing 16–32 bars, and we may request to hear your full selection afterward. Choose a piece that showcases both your vocal range and acting ability.
Bring sheet music in the correct key, clearly marked with start and end points, any cuts, and all tempo or dynamic changes.
Please also bring a current headshot and resume.
An accompanist will be provided. A cappella auditions will not be accepted.
Callbacks will be by invitation only.
REHEARSALS
Tuesday, January 13
Thursday, January 15
Tuesday, January 20
Wednesday, January 21
Thursday, January 22
Thursday, February 12
Tuesday, February 17
Wednesday, February 18
Thursday, February 19
Tuesday, February 24
Wednesday, February 25
Thursday, February 26
Tuesday, March 3
Wednesday, March 4
Thursday, March 5
Tuesday, March 10
Wednesday March 11
Thursday, March 12
TECH
Saturday, March 14
Sunday, March 15
Monday, March 16
Tuesday, March 17
Wednesday, March 18
Thursday, March 19
PERFORMANCES
Friday, March 20 at 8pm
Saturday, March 21 at 8pm
Sunday, March 22 at 2pm
Friday, March 27 at 8pm
Saturday, March 28 at 2 & 8pm
SPRING 2025 CONSERVATORY PRODUCTIONS
Ovations Theatre is proud to present our Spring 2025 Conservatory Productions! Students are placed by grade into one of two exciting performance tracks:
Junior Company – Grades 3–9
Senior Company – Grades 8–12
CLICK HERE to complete online registration paperwork.
CLICK HERE to make a tuition payment.
CLICK HERE to make an early-bird tuition payment for returning students (must have participated in a Fall 2025 production).
CLICK HERE to complete a tuition assistance/scholarship application.
LOCATION
All auditions, rehearsals, and performances will take place at:
Ovations Theatre
16021 Industrial Drive, Bay 7
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
AUDITIONS & CALLBACKS
All registered students are accepted into our program; however, every student must audition. Auditions take place from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM on your group’s assigned date.
Audition Requirements:
Prepare 16–32 bars of a musical theatre song in the style of the show and the character you’re most interested in. Your selection should highlight both vocal ability and acting skills. Callbacks will be by invitation only.
Junior Company (Grades 3–9)
Production: Mean Girls Jr
Auditions: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Callbacks: Sunday, February 9, 2026
Performances: Saturday, May 23 & Sunday, May 24, 2026
Rehearsals are held Sundays 12:30–3:30 PM and Thursdays 6:30–8:30 PM.
Thursday, February 12
Sunday, February 15
Thursday, February 19
Sunday, February 22
Thursday, February 26
Sunday, March 1
Thursday, March 5
Sunday, March 8
Thursday, March 12
Thursday, March 26
Sunday, April 5
Monday, April 9
Sunday, April 12
Monday, April 16
Sunday, May 3
Thursday, May 7
Sunday, May 10
Thursday, May 14
TECH
Sunday, May 17
Monday, May 18
Tuesday, May 19
Wednesday, May 20
Thursday, May 21
Friday, May 22
PERFORMANCES
Saturday, May 23
Sunday, May 24
Senior Company (Grades 8–12)
Production: Next to Normal
Auditions: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Callbacks: Friday, January 16, 2026
Performances: Saturday, April 18 & Sunday, April 19, 2026
Rehearsals are held Sundays 4:00–7:00 PM and Mondays 6:30–9:30 PM.
Sunday, February 8
Monday, February 9
Sunday, February 15
Monday, February 16
Sunday, February 22
Monday, February 23
Sunday, March 1
Monday, March 2
Sunday, March 8
Monday, March 9
Monday, March 23
Sunday, April 5
Monday, April 6
TECH
Saturday, April 11
Sunday, April 12
Monday, April 13
Tuesday, April 14
Wednesday, April 15
Thursday April 16
Friday, April 17
PERFORMANCES
Saturday, April 18
Sunday, April 19
TUITION INFORMATION
All Other Programs: $1,525
Limited-Time Offer: Returning students (enrolled in a production this fall) receive a discounted rate of $1,099 if paid by January 5.
Costume Fee: $100 per show
DISCOUNTS & FINANCIAL AID
Multi-Family Discount:
Families enrolling more than one student pay full tuition for the first student. Each additional sibling receives a discounted tuition of $697.
Financial Aid:
We are committed to accessibility for all students, regardless of financial circumstances. Aid options include:
- Payment plans (tuition broken into three payments)
- Reduced tuition
- Full scholarships for qualifying families
Email ovationstheatre@gmail.com to request a financial aid application.
Work-Study Program:
High school students may apply to assist with Junior Company or STANDING_O productions in exchange for reduced or waived tuition.
Send a resume with the subject line “Conservatory Work/Study Program” to ovationstheatre@gmail.com.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Limited financial aid and payment plans are available; early inquiries are encouraged.
- Full tuition is due prior to auditions, unless a payment arrangement is confirmed in advance.
- Tuition is non-refundable. Separation from a production—voluntarily or otherwise—does not qualify for a refund.