Alice By Heart

A Musical Journey Down the Rabbit Hole

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.

No Audition Required

No audition is required to register for this program.

All participants are cast after the program begins, with auditions held during the first few days.

This process allows students to get comfortable, build confidence, and work with our instructors before roles are assigned.

Audition Required

This program requires an audition before registration.

Auditions help our creative team place students in roles that best support both individual growth and the overall production.

There is no fee to audition. Tuition is required only for students who are cast. Please review the audition details below for specific instructions and deadlines.

Audition Process

Here’s a simple overview of how auditions work. Our process is designed to be supportive, low-stress, and a positive experience for every performer.
  1. Check your availability for rehearsals and performances.
  2. Submit the Audition Form.
  3. Audition in-person or submit a video.
  4. Attend callbacks.

Audition Form

Submit the Audition Form so we can collect your contact information, casting preferences, schedule conflicts, headshot and résumé, and whether you’ll audition in person or submit a video.

Preparation

Please prepare the following materials for either an in-person audition or a video submission:
  1. Introduction (Slate) - Briefly introduce yourself stating your full name and the name of the monologue/song to be performed.
  2. Song - 32 bars of a song in the style of the show

    AND/OR

    32 bars of a song from Alice by Heart (you can choose one song from the callback material folder)
  3. Monologue - Prepare one of the monologues in the file- memorized is encouraged & character voices & clowning - make BOLD CHOICES.
  4. Movement - Prepare the movement piece in this folder for in person auditions. Please review all videos.

In-Person Auditions

Actors auditioning in person will meet with our creative team and present their prepared materials.

This is a welcoming, supportive environment designed to help performers do their best work.

Please review the preparation details before signing up.

Video Submissions

If you are submitting a video audition, please label your files using the following format:
  1. Monologue only:
    FirstName_LastName_Monologue
  2. Song only:
    FirstName_LastName_Song
  3. Monologue and song in one video:
    FirstName_LastName_MonoSong
Clear file names help our creative team review auditions efficiently -- thanks for your help!
Send us your audition video via FREE site WeTransfer to cstcproduction@gmail.com
or
melissamusic1@gmail.com

Callbacks

Some actors will be invited to attend an in-person callback.

1. Callbacks for video auditions will be notified via email on or before April 8, 2026.

2. Callbacks for in-person auditions will be notified on or before April 10, 2026.

It's possible some roles may be double-cast.

If you would like to be considered but are unable to attend the callback, please let us know when you submit your Audition Form.

In some cases, actors may be cast without attending the callback and/or be asked to submit an additional video audition.

Additional Info

Issues or Questions

If you have any questions or run into issues with your audition submission, please feel free to call or email us at:

(303) 529-2782
cstcproduction@gmail.com

Schedule

Not all actors will be called to all rehearsals.

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Alice By Heart
May 31
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Jul 13, 2026
6 weeks
T, W, Th, F, Su
5 pm - 9 pm
Tuition:
$925
Musical
Ages 13 - 20
No Audition
Audition Required
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