FALL/WINTER 2026 UPSTAGE AUDITIONS

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FALL & WINTER WITH OVATIONS UPSTAGE ADULT PRODUCTIONS

 At OVATIONS we believe in the transformative power of art and the importance of providing a platform where performers can continue to evolve as artists and community members!

At OVATIONS, we believe in the power of art to drive change—and we take that responsibility seriously.

We work to center our seasons around stories that reflect lived experiences and amplify voices too often pushed to the margins. We’re uplifting stories by and about women, queer individuals, people of color, survivors, and others whose narratives deserve to be heard. Our aim is not only to welcome like-minded artists into our space, but to present work that sparks dialogue, builds community, and inspires meaningful action.

We hope these productions ignite conversation, cultivate empathy, and move us all closer to a more just and compassionate world.

Auditions, rehearsals and performances will be held at our space The Harriet located at 16021 Industrial Drive, Bay 7 Gaithersburg, MD 20877. All auditions will begin at 7:00pm.

If you’re unable to attend the in-person auditions, you may submit a video audition by 12pm the day of the audition. When submitting, please use the subject line “UPSTAGE 26 SUBMISSION” Be sure to provide an open (shareable) link that all production members can access, or attach the video file directly to your email. Please also include in the body of the email what show(s) you are submitting for. 

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 any Broadway Rock Musical. 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.

FALL/WINTER 2026 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

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SENIOR COMPANY: CHICAGO

For Students 8-12

Auditions: Monday, August 31

Callbacks: Wednesday, September 2

REHEARSALS Sundays 4:00-7:30 & Mondays 6:30-9:30

Sunday, September 6

Sunday, September 13

Monday, September 14

Sunday, September 20

Monday, September 21

Monday, October 5

Monday, October 12

Sunday, October 18

Monday, October 19

Sunday, October 25

Monday, October 26

Monday, November 9

Sunday, November 15

Monday, November 16

Sunday, November 22

Monday, November 23

Sunday, December 6

Monday, December 7

Monday, December 14

Sunday, December 20

Monday, December 21

Tuesday, December 22

TECH

Sunday, January 3

Monday, January 4

Tuesday, January 5

Wednesday, January 6

Thursday, January 7

Friday, January 8

PERFORMANCES

Saturday, January 9 at 2pm & 8pm

Sunday, January 10 at 2pm & 8pm 

JUNIOR COMPANY: HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR 

For Students in grades 3-9

AUDITIONS: Tuesday, September 1

CALLBACKS: Thursday, September 3

REHEARSALS Sundays 12:30-3:30 & Thursdays 6:30-8:30

Sunday, September 6

Thursday, September 10

Sunday, September 13

Thursday, September 17

Sunday, September 20

Thursday, September 24

Thursday, October 8

Thursday, October 15

Sunday, October 18

Thursday, October 22

Sunday, October 25

Thursday, October 29

Thursday, November 12

Sunday, November 15

Thursday, November 19

Sunday, November 22

Thursday, December 3

Sunday, December 6

Sunday, December 13

Thursday, December 17

Sunday, December 20

Thursday, January 14

Sunday, January 17

Thursday, January 21

TECH

Saturday, January 23

Sunday, January 24

Monday, January 25

Tuesday, January 26

Wednesday, January 27

Thursday, January 28

Friday, January 29

PERFORMANCES

Saturday, January 30 2pm & 8pm 

Sunday, January 31 2pm & 8pm

STANDING_O: Show Title TBA

For Students in grades 5-12

AUDITIONS: Tuesday, November 17

CALLBACKS: Tuesday, November 24

REHEARSALS

Sunday’s 4:00-6:00 & Monday’s 6:30-8:30

Sunday, December 13- Read Through!

Sunday, January 17

Sunday, February 7

Monday, February 8

Sunday, February 14

Sunday, February 21

Monday, February 22

Sunday, February 28

Monday, March 1

Sunday, March 7

Monday,  March 8

Sunday, March 21

Monday, March 22

Sunday. April 4

Monday, April 5

Sunday, April 11

Monday, April 12

**Saturday, April 17 12:30-4:30**

TECH

Sunday, April 18

Monday, April 19

Tuesday, April 20

Wednesday, April 21

Thursday, April 22

Friday, April 23

PERFORMANCES

Saturday, April 24 at 2pm & 8pm

Sunday, April 25 at 2pm & 8pm

LOCATION

All auditions, rehearsals, and performances will take place at:
Ovations Theatre
16021 Industrial Drive, Bay 7
Gaithersburg, MD 20877

TUITION INFORMATION

26-27 Conservatory Tuition (Junior Company ONLY): $1,525

Costume Fee: $100 per show for all productions

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 $928.

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.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Students involved in our fall/winter productions are also invited to join Upstage’s annual production of A Christmas Carol each December.
• 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.