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Disney Frozen Jr.
Dec
14
to Dec 15

Disney Frozen Jr.

Join us for a heartwarming journey into the magical world of “Frozen Jr.” ! Perfect for the whole family, this enchanting musical brings Elsa, Anna, and all your favorite characters to life on stage as they discover the true power of love and friendship. With catchy songs like “Let It Go” and “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?”, Frozen Jr. is packed with adventure, laughter, and a little touch of icy magic. Gather the kids, grab your seats, and let the magic of Arendelle melt your heart! TICKETS START AT $12

NOTE: FROZEN JR is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 2nd - 8th grade performers.

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Hadestown: Teen Edition
Dec
20
to Dec 21

Hadestown: Teen Edition

This intriguing and beautiful folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience. Following two intertwining love stories – that of young dreamers Orpheus and Eurydice, and that of immortal King Hades and lady Persephone – Hadestown invites audiences on a hell-raising journey to the underworld and back. Inspired by traditions of classic American folk music and vintage New Orleans jazz, Mitchell’s beguiling sung-through musical pits industry against nature, doubt against faith, and fear against love. TICKETS START AT $25

NOTE: Hadestown: Teen Edition is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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The Addams Family Young @ Part Edition
Oct
19
to Oct 20

The Addams Family Young @ Part Edition

MUSIC & LYRICS by Andrew Lippa
BOOK by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice

OCTOBER 19 - 20

Celebrate the wackiness in every family with this best-selling Broadway musical adapted for middle school-age performers!

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. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.

THE ADDAMS FAMILY Young@Part® is the authorized 60 minute edition of the Broadway musical for elementary and middle schools, and youth theatres. Through a series of workshops with industry professionals and actual kids, the Young@Part® musicals are tailor-made for younger actors.

NOTE: THE ADDAMS FAMILY is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 6th-9th grade performers.

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The Hunchback of Notre Dame
Aug
2
to Aug 4

The Hunchback of Notre Dame

LYRICS by Stephen Schwartz
MUSIC by Alan Menken
BOOK by Peter Parnell

AUGUST 2-4

From the Academy Award-winning team comes a lushly scored retelling of Victor Hugo’s epic story of love, acceptance and what it means to be a hero.

Based on the Victor Hugo novel and songs from the Disney animated feature, The Hunchback of Notre Dame showcases the film’s Academy Award-nominated score, as well as new songs by Menken and Schwartz. Peter Parnell’s new book embraces story theatre and features verbatim passages from Hugo’s gothic novel.

The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be "Out There," observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda. Quasimodo isn’t the only one captivated by her free spirit, though – the handsome Captain Phoebus and Frollo are equally enthralled. As the three vie for her attention, Frollo embarks on a mission to destroy the Roma – and it’s up to Quasimodo to save them all.

NOTE: The Hunchback of Notre Dame is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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13 Jr.
Jul
27
to Jul 28

13 Jr.

MUSIC & LYRICS by Jason Robert Brown
BOOK by Dan Elish and Robert Horn

JULY 27-28

"Cool" is sometimes where you least expect it in this coming-of-age musical about fitting in.

With a catchy rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, The Bridges of Madison County) and a hilarious book by Tony winner Robert Horn (Tootsie, Shucked) and Dan Elish (13), 13 JR. tells a timeless story about fitting in - and standing out!

Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents' divorce. Now the new kid at school, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain... or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?!?

NOTE: 13 JR is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 6th-9th grade performers.

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Little Women: The Play
Jul
12
to Jul 14

Little Women: The Play

ADAPTED from the Louisa May Alcott classic book
ADAPTED by Marisha Chamberlain
DIRECTED by Cynthia Beckert

Join the March Sisters in Little Women: A Timeless Tale for All Generations

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the heartwarming journey of the March sisters during the American Civil War. "Little Women" brings to life the beloved story of Meg, Jo, Amy, and Beth as they navigate the trials and triumphs of growing up. Alongside their beloved Marmee and Father, the March family weathers the storms of life with unwavering love and loyalty. This adaptation captures the essence of Louisa May Alcott's classic novel, presenting key moments such as Meg’s bold stand for independence, Amy’s adventurous trip to Europe, Beth’s touching farewell, and Jo’s triumphant realization of her literary ambitions.

Interwoven with warmth and traditional values, "Little Women" offers a poignant reflection on family, personal growth, and the enduring human spirit. Despite being penned 140 years ago, its message resonates just as powerfully today.

Don't miss this enchanting production that promises to delight audiences of all ages, offering a fresh perspective on a story that has captivated hearts for generations.

NOTE: Little Women is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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Seussical Kids
Jun
29
to Jun 30

Seussical Kids

MUSIC & LYRICS & BOOK by Lynn Ahrens and Steven Flaherty

"Oh, the thinks you can think" when Dr. Seuss' best-loved characters collide and cavort in an unforgettable musical caper!

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical KIDS, a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Lucky Stiff, My Favorite Year, Once on This Island, Ragtime).

Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat, our narrator, tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many "thinks." Horton's challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

NOTE: SEUSSICAL KIDS is part of our West End Prep program, featuring K - 5th grade performers.

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We Will Rock You – Young@Part
Jun
15
to Jun 16

We Will Rock You – Young@Part

MUSIC & LYRICS by Queen
STORY & SCRIPT by Ben Elton

Get Ready to Rock! 🤘

Join us at Theater West End for a high-energy, electrifying journey through the iconic music of Queen with our production of We Will Rock You – Young@Part. Tailored for young performers and audiences, this dynamic show is a celebration of the timeless hits that have defined generations and continue to inspire.

Set in a dystopian future where live music and individual expression are forbidden, We Will Rock You – Young@Part follows a group of rebellious Bohemians as they fight to restore the power of rock ‘n’ roll. With memorable characters, thrilling dance numbers, and Queen's greatest hits like "Bohemian Rhapsody," "We Are the Champions," and, of course, "We Will Rock You," this production is sure to captivate and entertain audiences of all ages.

NOTE: WE WILL ROCK YOU - YOUNG@PART is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 2nd-8th grade performers.

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Bonnie & Clyde
May
24
to May 26

Bonnie & Clyde

MUSIC & LYRICS by Frank Wildhorn & Don Black
BOOK by Ivan Menchell

America's most notorious lovers and bank robbers take the country by storm in this compelling adventure.

At the height of the Great Depression, Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow went from two small-town nobodies in West Texas to America's most renowned folk heroes and Texas law enforcement's worst nightmares. Fearless, shameless and alluring, the Tony-nominated Bonnie & Clyde, from the legendary Frank Wildhorn (Jekyll & Hyde, Civil War, Dracula) is the electrifying story of love, adventure and crime that captured the attention of an entire country.

When Bonnie and Clyde meet, their mutual cravings for excitement and fame immediately set them on a mission to chase their dreams. Their bold and reckless behavior turns the young lovers' thrilling adventure into a downward spiral, putting themselves and their loved ones in trouble with the law. Forced to stay on the run, the lovers resort to robbery and murder to survive. As the infamous duo's fame grows bigger, their inevitable end draws nearer.

NOTE: BONNIE & CLYDE is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. This production features 9th-12th grade pre-professional performers.

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Into the Woods Jr.
May
18
to May 19

Into the Woods Jr.

BOOK by James Lapine
MUSIC & LYRICS by Stephen Sondheim

Be careful what you wish for, as this fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of the groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical.

Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables. The musical centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse, and wind up changed forever. 

Secure your tickets now to this new take on Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s groundbreaking musical fairytale about wishes and the choices we make.

NOTE: INTO THE WOODS JR is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 2nd-8th grade performers.

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2024 Senior Spotlight Cabaret
May
5

2024 Senior Spotlight Cabaret

Come and be part of an amazing celebration as we honor and send off our beloved Class of 2024!

Get ready to be swept away by an enchanting night filled with music and song, as our seniors showcase their favorite musical theater pieces that have been their source of inspiration and strength throughout their high school journey.

This spectacular show will feature some of the most beloved Broadway songs, including those from Wicked, Company, A Chorus Line, Little Shop of Horrors, Six, Avenue Q, among many others. It's a can't-miss opportunity to witness the incredible talent and creativity of our seniors as they bid adieu to one chapter and embark on a new and exciting adventure. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! 

NOTE: 50% of ticket proceeds will benefit our graduating Seniors! Additional opportunities to donate to our seniors will also be available on the evening of the performance.

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Legally Blonde the Musical Jr.
Mar
16
to Mar 17

Legally Blonde the Musical Jr.

BOOK by Heather Hatch
MUSIC & LYRICS by Laurence O’Keefe & Nell Benjamin

Embrace the power of pink with “Legally Blonde Jr".” 💞

Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show's instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor, wit and sass — leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink!

Legally Blonde JR. follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. When Elle's boyfriend, Warner, dumps her and heads to Harvard, claiming she's not "serious" enough, Elle takes matters into her own hands, crafting a showy song-and-dance personal essay and charming her way into law school. Befriending classmate, Emmett, and spunky hairdresser, Paulette, along the way, Elle finds that books and looks aren't mutually exclusive.  As Elle begins outsmarting her peers, she realizes that law may be her natural calling after all.

Secure your tickets now to this upbeat adaptation of the hit film and award-winning Broadway musical.

NOTE: LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL JR is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 4th-8th grade performers.

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Legally Blonde: The Musical (High School Cast)
Mar
8
to Mar 10

Legally Blonde: The Musical (High School Cast)

MUSIC & LYRICS by Lawrence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin
BOOK by Heather Hach

Harvard's beloved blonde takes the stage by pink storm in this fun, upbeat story of self-discovery.

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical, follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances - this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal!

Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down when her boyfriend Warner dumps her so he can attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle ingeniously charms her way into the prestigious law school. While there, she struggles with peers, professors and her ex. With the support of some new friends, though, Elle quickly realizes her potential and sets out to prove herself to the world.

NOTE: LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. This production features 9th-12th grade pre-professional performers.

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Non-Denominational Holly Jolly Holiday Spectacular!
Dec
23

Non-Denominational Holly Jolly Holiday Spectacular!

PRODUCED & PERFORMED by Third Place Productions

Celebrate the holidays with Third Place Productions at Theater West End! Join us for an evening filled with holiday songs and the festive cheer we miss in Central Florida—minus the snow, which is a bonus! Our Non-Denominational Holly Jolly Holiday Spectacular, a cabaret delightfully abbreviated as TPPNDHJHS(AC), is an event you simply can't miss. Featuring an array of Third Place Productions' finest performers, the show brims with holiday classics, wintry show-tunes, and unique renditions of beloved songs.

Presented and produced by Third Place Productions, a third-party student-led organization.

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Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (High School Cast)
Dec
15
to Dec 17

Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella (High School Cast)

MUSIC by Richard Rodgers
LYRICS by Oscar Hammerstein II
NEW BOOK by Douglas Carter Beane
ORIGINAL BOOK by Oscar Hammerstein II

Step into the Enchanted World of Cinderella ✨

Rediscover the magic of Cinderella in Rodgers + Hammerstein's Broadway rendition of this beloved fairy tale. This full-length musical comedy is a fresh take on the classic story, featuring a hilarious and romantic new book by Douglas Carter Beane alongside the unforgettable score by the legendary duo, Rodgers & Hammerstein.

CRITICS PRAISE

  • "A timeless musical treasure!" – The Associated Press

  • "A full-on romantic fantasy!" – New York Post

  • "The cheeky humor...comes from imposing modern sensibilities on timeless storybook figures." – Variety

Don't miss the chance to experience the romance, the comedy, and the magic of Cinderella. Perfect for a night out with family, this production promises to leave audiences of all ages spellbound. Book your tickets now and be whisked away to a land where pumpkins turn into carriages and every dream is a wish your heart makes!

NOTE: Cinderella is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. This production features 9th-12th grade pre-professional performers.

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Freaky Friday: The Musical
Oct
28
to Oct 29

Freaky Friday: The Musical

BOOK by Bridget Carpenter
MUSIC & LYRICS by Tom Kitt & Brian Yorkey

Based on the Disney Channel original movie.💥

When an uber-organized mother and her spontaneous teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right. Masquerading as each other, they must work together to solve the mystery of how to break the spell. By spending a day in each other's shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another in a way they never could have imagined. In the end, both learn the true power of love and the strength of the bond between a mother and daughter in this heartfelt and hilarious adaptation.

Based on the beloved 1972 novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, Freaky Friday features a book by Bridget Carpenter - the co-executive producer and writer on the beloved TV hits, "Friday Night Lights" and "Parenthood" - and music and lyrics by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey - the Pulitzer Prize-winning composers of Next to Normal.

FREAKY FRIDAY is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

NOTE: FREAKY FRIDAY is part of our West End Prep program, featuring 2nd-8th grade performers.

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The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Oct
19
to Oct 22

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

BOOK by Rebecca Feldman
MUSIC by William Finn
LYRICS by William Finn

Winner of the Tony and the Drama Desk Awards for Best Book, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee has charmed audiences across the country with its effortless wit and humor. Featuring a fast-paced, wildly funny and touching book by Rachel Sheinkin and a truly fresh and vibrant score by William Finn, this bee is one unforgettable experience.

An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. While candidly disclosing hilarious and touching stories from their home lives, the tweens spell their way through a series of (potentially made-up) words, hoping never to hear the soul-crushing, pout-inducing, life un-affirming "ding" of the bell that signals a spelling mistake. Six spellers enter; one speller leaves a champion! At least the losers get a juice box.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

NOTE: This production features 9th-12th grade pre-professional performers.

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Chicago: High School Edition
Jul
28
to Jul 30

Chicago: High School Edition

BOOK by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse
MUSIC by John Kander
LYRICS by Fred Ebb

After 25 years, CHICAGO is still the one musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz, with one show stopping song after another and the most astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. No wonder CHICAGO has been honored with 6 Tony Awards®, 2 Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, and thousands of standing ovations.

With a legendary book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse, music by John Kander and lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is now the #1 longest-running American musical in Broadway history — and it still shows no sign of ever slowing down!

Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who maliciously murders her on-the-side lover after he threatens to walk out on her. Desperate to avoid conviction, she dupes the public, the media and her rival cellmate, Velma Kelly, by hiring Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines, the likes of which might just as easily be ripped from today’s tabloids.

Chicago: The Musical is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

NOTE: This production features 9th-12th grade student performers.

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Matilda The Musical Jr. (SOLD OUT)
Jul
22
to Jul 23

Matilda The Musical Jr. (SOLD OUT)

BOOK by Dennis Kelly
MUSIC & LYRICS by Tim Minchin

Get ready for an extraordinary adventure with Matilda Jr.! 📚

Based on the beloved Roald Dahl story, rebellion is nigh in Matilda JR., a gleefully witty ode to the the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination! This story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires will have audiences rooting for the "revolting children" who are out to teach the grown-ups a lesson.

Matilda has astonishing wit, intelligence... and special powers! She's unloved by her cruel parents but impresses her schoolteacher, the highly loveable Miss Honey. Matilda's school life isn't completely smooth sailing, however – the school's mean headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. But Matilda has courage and cleverness in equal amounts, and could be the school pupils' saving grace!

MATILDA JR. is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

NOTE: This production features 2nd - 8th grade student performers.

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The Trail to Oregon
Jul
21
to Jul 23

The Trail to Oregon

PRODUCED by Third Place Productions
ORIGINALLY PRODUCED by Starkid Productions
MUSIC & LYRICS by Jeff Blim
BOOK by Nick Lang, Matt Lang, Brian Holden & Jeff Blim
ARRANGED by Clark Baxtresser & Pierce Siebers

Set in the 1840s, The Trail To Oregon! follows the all-American, dysfunctional family as they set off from Independence, Missouri to head west in search of a new life in the greatest place on earth: Oregon! What the clueless pioneers don't count on is that they'll have to face every obstacle imaginable along the way, from snake bites to bandits to dysentery! It's the original cross-country road trip... from hell! Loosely inspired by the popular, retro computer game, 'The Oregon Trail,' this musical spoof features six performers, 13 songs, multiple possible endings, and a heaping helping of audience participation. With the live audience not only naming all the people in the wagon party, but also choosing which family members they'd like to see die, no two performances of “The Trail To Oregon!” will ever be the same.

Third Place Productions is a theatre company created by Evan Jarvis and Ana Tew, aiming to create an open space for theatre students in Central Florida to express themselves. Their goal is to create unique opportunities and introduce lesser-known works (or bring new twists to popular works) to audiences. This includes cabarets, benefit concerts, and fully-produced musicals.

Presented and produced by Third Place Productions, a third-party student-led organization.

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The Laramie Project
Jun
30
to Jul 1

The Laramie Project

WRITTEN by Moisés Kaufman

Based on true events.

In October 1998 in the middle of the prairie outside Laramie, Wyoming, Matthew Shepard, a 21 year old student at the University of Wyoming, was tied to a fence post, severely beaten, robbed, tortured and left, alone, to die. His body -- battered, bloody, barely clinging to life -- was discovered eighteen hours later. He was rushed to the hospital and put on life support. He died five days later. The reason for this brutal crime? Matthew Shepard was gay.

The hate crime attracted vast attention worldwide, bringing sexual discrimination and violence to the forefront of public discourse. The Tectonic Theater Project, led by their founder Moisés Kaufman, traveled to Laramie in the aftermath of the murder with the intent of creating a theatrical portrait of a town coming to grips with horrible, hate-fueled violence. Over the course of a year and a half, the group interviewed over 200 subjects, some directly related to the case and some regular citizens of Laramie. Out of these interviews, journal entries, and found texts, The Laramie Project was born. Hailed as one of the most captivating and encompassing pieces of contemporary theatre, the play shocks, challenges, and moves all who watch it as it reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion that lies within all human beings in any seemingly average community.

THE LARAMIE PROJECT is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

NOTE: This production features 9th-12th grade student performers.

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Mean Girls Jr.
Jun
24
to Jun 25

Mean Girls Jr.

BOOK by Tina Fey
MUSIC by Lindsay Anderson
LYRICS by Nell Benjamin

The Plastics have deemed Broadway Junior worthy of their presence in Mean Girls JR! 

The Plastics have deemed Broadway Junior worthy of their presence in Mean Girls JR! This "fetch" musical from book writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally Blonde) and composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) is packed with keen wit, an undeniably catchy score, and a sincere message for everyone.

Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. Cady and her friends devise a "Revenge Party" to end Regina’s reign with Cady going undercover as an aspiring Plastic. When the lines between the real Cady and her Plastic self get blurred, she must find her way back to herself and her true friends.

MEAN GIRLS JR. is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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Disney's Finding Nemo Jr.
Jun
10
to Jun 11

Disney's Finding Nemo Jr.

MUSIC & LYRICS by Kristen Anderson-Lopez, Robert Lopez
BOOK ADAPTED by Lindsay Anderson
MUSIC & ORCHESTRATIONS ADAPTED & ARRANGED by Myrna Conn

Explore the big blue world with this lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film!

Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.

Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. 

FINDING. NEMO JR. is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. This production features Kindergarten through 5th grade students.

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Beauty and the Beast JR.
May
26
to May 27

Beauty and the Beast JR.

MUSIC by Alan Menken
LYRICS by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice
BOOK by Linda Woolverton

A one-hour edition of the hit musical, specially tailored for young actors.

Experience the enchanting world of Beauty and the Beast Jr, a magical musical adaptation featuring a talented cast of young performers, as they bring to life the timeless tale of love, courage, and inner beauty. This heartwarming story follows Belle, an intelligent and spirited young woman, and the Beast, a once-handsome prince cursed to live as a hideous creature, as they embark on a transformative journey to break the spell that has cast a shadow over the Beast's castle. Filled with memorable songs and captivating choreography, Beauty and the Beast Jr will transport audiences of all ages to a realm of wonder and enchantment. Don't miss this spellbinding theatrical event – secure your tickets today and let the magic unfold before your very eyes!

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST JR. is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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Beauty and the Beast (High School) - SOLD OUT
May
19
to May 21

Beauty and the Beast (High School) - SOLD OUT

MUSIC by Alan Menken
LYRICS by Howard Ashman, Tim Rice
BOOK by Linda Woolverton

High School students put on a fully-staged pre-professional production of BEAUTY and the Beast.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Beauty and the Beast, a magical musical adaptation brought to life by an exceptional cast of high school students, as they weave the classic tale of love, bravery, and inner beauty. Join Belle, a resourceful and spirited young woman, and the Beast, a prince cursed to live as a monstrous creature, on their transformative journey to break the enchantment that has cast a shadow over the Beast's castle.

Featuring iconic songs and mesmerizing choreography, Beauty and the Beast will transport audiences of all ages to a realm of wonder and enchantment. Don't miss this captivating theatrical event – secure your tickets now and let the magic of this timeless love story enchant your heart!

Beauty and the Beast is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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2023 Senior Spotlight Cabaret
May
14

2023 Senior Spotlight Cabaret

Come and be part of an amazing celebration as we honor and send off our beloved Class of 2023!

Get ready to be swept away by an enchanting night filled with music and song, as our seniors showcase their favorite musical theater pieces that have been their source of inspiration and strength throughout their high school journey.

This spectacular show will feature some of the most beloved Broadway songs, including those from Disney’s Aladdin, Shrek the Musical, and Camelot, among many others. It's a can't-miss opportunity to witness the incredible talent and creativity of our seniors as they bid adieu to one chapter and embark on a new and exciting adventure. Don't miss out on this unforgettable event! 

NOTE: All ticket proceeds will benefit our graduating Seniors! Additional opportunities to donate to our seniors will also be available on the evening of the performance.

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The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition
Feb
25
to Feb 26

The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition

BASED on the series by Stephen Hillenburg
BOOK by Kyle Jarrow
MUSICAL PRODUCTION CONCEIVED by Tina Landau

A one-hour edition of the hit musical, specially tailored for young actors.

The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL: YOUTH EDITION is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing. 

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Les Misérables: School Edition (SOLD OUT)
Dec
16
to Jan 8

Les Misérables: School Edition (SOLD OUT)

MUSIC & LYRICS by Claude Michel-Schönberg and Herbert Kretzmer
BOOK by Alan Boubil and Jean-Marc Natel
DIRECTED by
Tristan Bishop

High School students put on a fully-staged pre-professional production of Les Misérables: School Edition

Set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, Les Misérables: School Edition tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption -- a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. Featuring the thrilling score and beloved songs “I Dreamed A Dream”, “On My Own”, “Stars”, “Bring Him Home”, “One Day More”, and many more, this epic and uplifting story has become one of the most celebrated musicals in theatrical history.

Les Misérables: School Edition is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing.

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Annie Jr.
Dec
10
to Dec 11

Annie Jr.

MUSIC & LYRICS by Charles Strouse & Martin Charnin
BOOK by
Thomas Meehan

The irrepressible comic strip heroine takes center stage in one of the world's best-loved, award-winning musicals.

The performance will be a one-hour version of the classic musical, specially designed for young performers!

ANNIE JR is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing.

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Carrie: The Musical
Oct
28
to Oct 30

Carrie: The Musical

MUSIC & LYRICS by Dean Pitchford and Michael Gore
BOOK by Lawrence D. Cohen
DIRECTED by
Derek Critzer

High School students put on a fully-staged pre-professional production of Carrie The Musical.

Carrie White is a teenage outcast who longs to fit in. At school, she’s bullied by the popular crowd, and virtually invisible to everyone else. At home, she's dominated by her loving but cruelly controlling mother. What none of them know is that Carrie’s just discovered she’s got a special power, and if pushed too far, she’s not afraid to use it.

Set in the present in the small New England town of Chamberlain, Maine, Carrie: The Musical features a book by Lawrence D. Cohen (screenwriter of the classic film), music by Academy Award winner Michael Gore (Fame, Terms of Endearment), and lyrics by Academy Award winner Dean Pitchford (Fame, Footloose).

CARRIE is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing.

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Heathers: The Musical (SHOWS ADDED)
Jul
28
to Aug 7

Heathers: The Musical (SHOWS ADDED)

MUSIC & LYRICS by Lawrence O’Keefe
BOOK by Kevin Murphy

DIRECTED by
Leigh Green
MUSIC DIRECTED by Safin Karim
CHOREOGRAPHY by Chris Payen

Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition is the darkly delicious story of Veronica Sawyer, a brainy, beautiful teenage misfit who hustles her way into the most powerful and ruthless clique at Westerberg High: the Heathers.

But before she can get comfortable atop the high school food chain, Veronica falls in love with the dangerously handsome new kid J.D. When Heather Chandler, the Almighty, kicks her out of the group, Veronica decides to bite the bullet and kiss Heather’s aerobicized butt... but J.D. has another plan for that bullet.

Brought to you by the award-winning creative team of Kevin Murphy (Reefer Madness, Desperate Housewives), Laurence O’Keefe (Bat Boy, Legally Blonde) and director Andy Fickman (Reefer Madness, She’s the Man), Heathers The Musical: Teen Edition is a hilarious, heartfelt and homicidal new show based on the greatest teen comedy of all time.

Are you in, or are you out?

HEATHERS is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing.

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PUFFS (High School Cast)
Jun
24
to Jun 26

PUFFS (High School Cast)

WRITTEN by Matt Cox
DIRECTED by
Leigh Green
STAGE MANAGEMENT by Phae Elfont

Puffs, or: Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic, finally gives the Hufflepuffs their due after they’ve been given short shrift in the series. Here lies the answer to “What is a Hufflepuff?”

Wayne Hopkins — a boy from New Mexico who is neither brave, smart, nor a snake — finds out he’s a wizard. Upon arrival at a certain school of magic and magic, he’s placed into the Puffs: a group of well meaning, loyal rejects. Over the next seven years, he’ll try to learn magic; try not to have his life ruined by his four-eyed nemesis; and try to not to get hurt in what is actually a very dangerous place to for unsupervised children to be. Sometimes he will succeed. Partially.

PUFFS is part of our West End Prep program, specially designed for youth with a passion for performing.

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Exceeding Expectations
Since 2018

Best Performing Arts Venue 2024
Orlando Sentinel Show of the Year 2021
Best New Business 2018

Theater West End is a vibrant performing arts venue located in the historic downtown of Sanford, Florida. We specialize in bringing a diverse array of live theater productions to the community, offering educational programs in the arts, and hosting a variety of events that cater to audiences of all ages. Our commitment is to provide high-quality entertainment and to be a welcoming space for creativity and connection.

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN SANFORD, FLORIDA