Alice by heart
AUDITION INFORMATION PAGE
CenterStage is delighted to be returning to the Dairy Arts Center again for our 2026 summer mainstage production which will be presented in the 117-seat Grace Gamm theatre at the Dairy Arts Center in Boulder. From the Tony® and Grammy® award-winning creators of Spring Awakening, Steven Sater and Duncan Sheik, and co-written by Jessie Nelson (Waitress), Alice by Heart is a touching musical inspired by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.
In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland. As they travel through the tale, Alice by Heart explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times.
Alice By Heart Auditions: This show DOES REQUIRES AN AUDITION before enrollment. There is never a fee required before the audition. Tuition is only due after a successful audition; before or on the first rehearsal. We expect auditions appointments to take place on the evenings of April 8 and April 10 from 5:00 - 9:00pm – these will be in individual time slots and will include a dance audition in each time block for all actors. We will also hold a callback audition for selected actors on Sun. April 12 between 12-6pm.
All auditions require an appointment. If students have conflicts with the audition dates, please contact us and we will work to schedule an individual time or discuss video submissions. Please prepare audition requirements below.
QUICK SCHEDULE:
Mainstage Production for ages 13-20; May 31 – July 12 (6 wks); Rehearsals: Tues-Fri eve/Sun; Dress/ Tech, Su-Fri, June 28-July 3; Performances (2 weekends; 8 perf): July 3-12 [Dairy Arts Center, Boulder]
ALICE BY HEART is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY, (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com
In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland. As they travel through the tale, Alice by Heart explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times.
Alice By Heart Auditions: This show DOES REQUIRES AN AUDITION before enrollment. There is never a fee required before the audition. Tuition is only due after a successful audition; before or on the first rehearsal. We expect auditions appointments to take place on the evenings of April 8 and April 10 from 5:00 - 9:00pm – these will be in individual time slots and will include a dance audition in each time block for all actors. We will also hold a callback audition for selected actors on Sun. April 12 between 12-6pm.
All auditions require an appointment. If students have conflicts with the audition dates, please contact us and we will work to schedule an individual time or discuss video submissions. Please prepare audition requirements below.
QUICK SCHEDULE:
Mainstage Production for ages 13-20; May 31 – July 12 (6 wks); Rehearsals: Tues-Fri eve/Sun; Dress/ Tech, Su-Fri, June 28-July 3; Performances (2 weekends; 8 perf): July 3-12 [Dairy Arts Center, Boulder]
ALICE BY HEART is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International, New York, NY, (212) 541-4684 mtishows.com
CLICK LINK BELOW for Alice by Heart Rehearsal and Performance Calendar
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REQUIRED audition form & materials Submission process
(this form will collect headshot and optional resume)
Please click on the link to fill out the required google form. Then sign up for an in-person audition on April 8 or April 10 - slots open from 5-9pm OR send us your audition videos via FREE site wetransfer to [email protected] and [email protected].
Make sure to check the rehearsal calendar posted above to ensure your availability for rehearsals and performances. Some conflicts may impact casting.
Feel free to contact us with any additional questions.
Make sure to check the rehearsal calendar posted above to ensure your availability for rehearsals and performances. Some conflicts may impact casting.
Feel free to contact us with any additional questions.
SIGN UP FOR AN AUDITION SPOT OR SUBMIT A video FOR PRELIM AUDITION. (deadline FOR VIDEOS MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026 @10pm)Audition Requirements to Prepare FOR IN PERSON OR VIDEO:
Please label all videos as follows: FirstName_LastName_Monologue FirstName_LastName_Song OR (if both Monologue & Song are in one video): FirstName_LastName_MonoSong |
Callback Auditions: SUNDAY, APRIL 12, 2026 from 12-6pm AT cENTERSTAGE DANCE STUDIO, 901 FRONT ST, LOWER LEVEL.
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issues or questions?
Feel free to call or email if you have any questions or issues with your audition submission - 303-529-2782 or [email protected] and [email protected]
detailed schedule & logistics
CenterStage is so excited for your interest in Alice by Heart. Please make sure to fill out the required form prior to your audition!
Alice By Heart [full length show]
MAINSTAGE MUSICAL PRODUCTION (Middle/High School)
MAINSTAGE MUSICAL PRODUCTION (performed at the Dairy Arts Center, Boulder)
Ages: Ages 13-20
Dates: May 31-July 13, 2026 (6 weeks, generally Tues-Fri eve/Sun)
Director: Melissa Williams
Musical Director: John Boggs
Choreographer: Erica Yoder Chapman
Auditions: Initial Auditions will be held on April 8 and 10 from 5-9pm in 5-minute slots and groups of 4 actors will remain on site for dance audition. (Video Submissions will also be accepted [Detailed AUDITION information and links coming soon]
Callbacks: Sunday, April 12, 12-6pm
Rehearsal Detail (Not all actors will be called to all rehearsals):
Tuesdays-Fridays: 5–9pm (June 2-26)
Sundays: 12pm-8pm (May 31-June 28)
Tech Rehearsal: Sun., June 28, 1-8pm [Dairy Arts Center, Boulder]
Dress/Tech Rehearsals: Sun-Thurs., June 28-July 2, 5-10pm
Performances (8):
Fri. July 3, 7pm; Sat. July 4, 2pm; Sun. July 5, 6pm
Thurs. July 9, 7pm; Fri. July 10, 7pm; Sat. July 11, 2pm & 7pm; Sun. July 12, 1pm
Rehearsal Location: CenterStage or Louisville Arts Center facility, Louisville
Performance Location: Dairy Arts Center, Boulder
Tuition: $925 (required if cast. payment plan)
Limited scholarships available. Please contact [email protected]
Alice By Heart [full length show]
MAINSTAGE MUSICAL PRODUCTION (Middle/High School)
MAINSTAGE MUSICAL PRODUCTION (performed at the Dairy Arts Center, Boulder)
Ages: Ages 13-20
Dates: May 31-July 13, 2026 (6 weeks, generally Tues-Fri eve/Sun)
Director: Melissa Williams
Musical Director: John Boggs
Choreographer: Erica Yoder Chapman
Auditions: Initial Auditions will be held on April 8 and 10 from 5-9pm in 5-minute slots and groups of 4 actors will remain on site for dance audition. (Video Submissions will also be accepted [Detailed AUDITION information and links coming soon]
Callbacks: Sunday, April 12, 12-6pm
Rehearsal Detail (Not all actors will be called to all rehearsals):
Tuesdays-Fridays: 5–9pm (June 2-26)
Sundays: 12pm-8pm (May 31-June 28)
Tech Rehearsal: Sun., June 28, 1-8pm [Dairy Arts Center, Boulder]
Dress/Tech Rehearsals: Sun-Thurs., June 28-July 2, 5-10pm
Performances (8):
Fri. July 3, 7pm; Sat. July 4, 2pm; Sun. July 5, 6pm
Thurs. July 9, 7pm; Fri. July 10, 7pm; Sat. July 11, 2pm & 7pm; Sun. July 12, 1pm
Rehearsal Location: CenterStage or Louisville Arts Center facility, Louisville
Performance Location: Dairy Arts Center, Boulder
Tuition: $925 (required if cast. payment plan)
Limited scholarships available. Please contact [email protected]