About the Teen Ensemble
Wheelock Family Theatre’s Teen Performance Ensemble is an opportunity for teen actors to deepen their skills as theatrical storytellers. As a member of the Ensemble, actors work in a highly collaborative and creative rehearsal process to bring the world of a play to life. In this program, Teen actors have the opportunity to work with professional directors, choreographers, and music directors in a fully realized production on WFT’s mainstage. The focus throughout is on individual and collective growth within a supportive artistic community.
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Spring 2026 Teen Ensemble
Now accepting video auditions from actors 13 to 19 for a spot in the 2026 Spring Teen Ensemble. Video auditions are due by Tuesday, January 27th at midnight ET.
If accepted into this production, we will hold in-person callbacks on February 3rd and 4th from 6:30pm – 9:30pm for specific roles.
Mandatory dates:
- Tech/Dress rehearsal dates are from Friday, May 1, to Thursday, May 14
- Performances are on Friday, May 15, at 7 pm, Saturday, May 16, at 3 and 7 pm, and Sunday, May 17, at 3 pm
About the show:
Seussical the Musical brings the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss to life in a vibrant, music-filled adventure that celebrates imagination, friendship, and the power of being true to yourself. Featuring beloved characters including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, and Jojo, the show weaves together classic stories such as Horton Hears a Who! and Horton Hatches the Egg, along with moments from many other Seuss favorites.
At the heart of Seussical is Horton’s quest to protect the tiny Whos living on a speck of dust, even when others doubt him. Along the way, he discovers courage, loyalty, and what it means to “think big” even when you’re very small. With playful humor, catchy songs, and colorful storytelling, Seussical invites audiences of all ages into a world where anything is possible, from floating clover fields to skies full of musical birds.
As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed mythical adventure “worthy of the gods” (Time Out New York). (Concord Theatricals)
Tech and Production Workshop:
Grades 6-12
Want some hands-on technical theatre learning? Join us for the Tech and Production Workshop! In connection with our Teen Ensemble production of The Lighting Thief, learn from the designers and roll up your sleeves to prep lights, paint scenery, build props, and more! Then, get the opportunity to join us for a part of tech rehearsals to see how it all comes together! This workshop includes a free ticket to the production to see your work come alive onstage.
Workshop Dates:
Saturday, March 15th, 1 pm – 6 pm
Sunday, March 16th, 1 pm – 6 pm
Technical Rehearsal Dates:
Details will be TBD upon the release of the rehearsal schedule for The Lightning Thief. Technical rehearsals will take place on the afternoons of March 22nd and 23rd.
Tech and Design Apprenticeship:
Grades 9 – 12
For experienced high school students, apply to be a part of our Teen Ensemble Tech Team. Work closely alongside professional designers and technicians to create and run the show. Pursue a passion for Lighting, Sound, Costumes, or Stage Management. Positions are available by application or instructor invitation.
Apply Here: https://forms.gle/kdCWtjpK6jWgkdh88
Applications are due by Friday, January 10th.
Time Frame:
Assistant Stage Managers: Start during the rehearsal process (end of January), continue based on a mutually agreed schedule, and join full-time for tech and performances.
Assistant Designers: Meet with Lead Designers biweekly starting in January and join in person for prep week (March 17th – 21st), tech, and performances.
Tech Week: March 20th – 27th
Performances: March 28th, 29th, 30th
Previous Productions
2020 Vision Project, 2020
She Kills Monsters, 2021
