Youth Theatre for Auditions for Youth 18 and Under
The Mainstage production represents a distinctive collaboration between the Department of Theatre and UtahPresents. This partnership involves university students majoring in theatre, who participate both as performers in the show and as members of the creative and production teams. Additionally, UtahPresents is responsible for managing the school matinees, overseeing all aspects of ticketing, and technical support once we are on their stage.
Upcoming Auditions
The Twelve
About the Show
Twelve sisters share a secret world no one else knows exists—until keeping it secret starts to cost more than they bargained for.
At the heart of The Twelve is a hidden world protected out of love, a bond between sisters, and the difficult question of what happens when preserving a secret begins to threaten the people it was meant to protect.
The Twelve is an original YTU production featuring an original book, music, and lyrics.
AUDITIONS
October 23, 2026
Choose one 10-minute audition time between 3:30 and 8:00 PM.
Open to performers ages 8-18.
Prepare approximately one minute of a song that fits the style of the show.
The Twelve has a magical, adventurous, heartfelt sound. Think Disney, contemporary musical theatre, or story-driven songs with clear emotion.
Some great examples include:
- Songs from Frozen, Tangled, Moana, Encanto, Anastasia, or The Secret Garden
- Contemporary musical theatre such as Matilda, Finding Neverland, Wonderland, or A Little Princess
- Classic musical theatre is also welcome if it shows your storytelling and personality.
Please bring an instrumental accompaniment track without vocals. A karaoke track from YouTube or another source is perfectly fine.
Bring the music on a phone, tablet, or laptop that can connect to a Bluetooth speaker. We will provide the speaker.
Please do not sing a cappella unless previously arranged.
Prepare approximately one minute of a memorized monologue.
Your monologue may come from:
- A published play
- A children's play
- A musical
- A poem told as a story
- A well-written literary adaptation
Choose something with a beginning, middle, and end that allows you to tell a story and show personality.
Some excellent playwrights and sources include:
- Mary Hall Surface
- Kathryn Schultz Miller
- Aurand Harris
- Don Zolidis
- David Wood
- Sandra Fenichel Asher
- YouthPLAYS
- Playscripts, Inc.
- Dramatic Publishing
If you're looking for poetry, consider authors such as:
- Shel Silverstein
- Jack Prelutsky
- Judith Viorst
- Nikki Grimes
- Naomi Shihab Nye
We are not looking for perfection.
We're looking for:
- Honest storytelling
- Imagination
- Strong choices
- Clear speaking
- Musicality
- A willingness to take risks
- Joy in performing
If you're excited to tell a story, you're already off to a great start.
Additional Info
Callbacks:
Callbacks are by invitation only. Callbacks will be held on Saturday, October 24 from 10 am - 1 pm. These times are subject to change.
Rehearsals:
- January 4, 2027 - March 12, 2027 (Monday, Wednesdays, Fridays from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM; Saturdays from 10 AM - 1 PM)
- Saturday, February 20, 3 pm - 6 pm (special time)
- Saturday, February 27, 10 am - 3 pm (special time)
Mandatory Tech Rehearsals:
- Monday, March 15, 2027 from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Tuesday, March 16, 2027 from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm
- Wednesday, March 17, 2027 from 4:30 pm to 9:30 pm
Performances:
- Thursday, March 18, 2027 at 11 am (10 am call time for actors)
- Friday, March 19, 2027 at 11 am (10 am call time for actors)
- Friday, March 19, 2027 at 7 pm (6 pm call time for actors)
- Saturday, March 20, 2027 at 11 am (10 am call time for actors)
Production Team:
Direction and Choreography by Penelope Caywood
Music Direction by Aurora Nelson
A Note About Casting:
We invite anyone and everyone to audition for any and all of our productions, regardless of any physical attribute, gender, race, ability, ethnicity, or experience. All are welcome.
If cast, a tuition fee of a costume fee of $80 will apply. There is no charge for auditions or callbacks.
Character List
Not available yet.
YTU POLICIES
Here's what you need to know about missing rehearsals at YTU.
Overall Rule: Try Not to Miss! Our theatre works like a team, so it's important everyone shows up for rehearsals, costume fittings, and shows.
Before You Get a Role:
- Let Us Know Early: If you know you'll miss some days, tell us on your audition form. We can't promise it'll be okay, but we'll think about it.
- Check with Us: If we haven't talked to you about your missed days, ask us to make sure it's okay.
After You Get a Role:
- Sick? : If you're too sick to come, you need to email us as soon as you know.
- How to Call Out: If you can't make it, you need to contact us as soon as possible.
We know life can be busy, but being part of the play means committing to being there. If you have to miss, just talk to us and we'll figure it out together!
Here are some important rules to follow when you're part of our theater group.
- Keeping Your Look the Same: Once you're part of our play, try not to change how you look (like cutting your hair) without asking the director and costume folks first.
- Respect the Space and Others: Stay quiet and focused when it's not your turn. If you need to leave, let the stage manager know where you're going.
- Be Aware and Prepared: Always be ready for your part. Bring everything you need like pencils, your script, a water bottle, and maybe a snack for break time. Also, turn off your phone so you can focus.
- Dress Right for Rehearsal: Wear shoes and clothes that are comfy and right for moving around. Remember, no street shoes in the rehearsal space.
- Be Clean and Considerate: Keep clean and fresh when working closely with others. Basic hygiene is super important!
- Personal Space is Key: Only touch others when it's part of the scene.
- Do Your Part: Everyone has a role to play, and it's important to do your best. If you're not comfortable with something, talk to the director or production manager.
- Electronics: A No-No During Rehearsals: Keep your phones and gadgets away during practice unless the director says it's okay.
- Sign In and Stay Put: Always sign in for rehearsals and performances. Don't leave the room or the building without asking first.
- Keep It Clean: Help keep our space tidy. Clean up after yourself.
- In Case of Emergency: If something serious happens, tell the Stage Manager right away.
- Be Nice to Everyone: Always be polite and friendly to everyone in the production. Saying "please" and "thank you" goes a long way!
- Things Not to Do:
- Don't come to rehearsals or shows if you're not feeling well.
- Don't touch or move someone else's props.
- Being rude or unsafe is not okay and may result in you losing your part in the show.
Remember, these rules help us all have fun and make great theatre together! If you have questions, just ask someone in charge.