Coming Soon Audition information for Annie
Fall and Winter are fast approaching, and the CAP Center is the place to be!
Do you have a youngster who has a love of singing, acting and dancing? A young one who is interested in performing for the first time?
Join our YPT Program to hone your skills, and put together a Main Stage quality production to be presented!
Coming up in the season, we have………….
EMMA: A POP MUSICAL (JV)
Get ready for a fresh, upbeat twist on Jane Austen’s classic comedy of manners! Emma: A Pop Musical follows the story of Emma, a spirited high school student with a big heart and a knack for matchmaking—whether her friends want the help or not. Filled with iconic pop hits from artists like Whitney Houston, Katy Perry, Cyndi Lauper, and Sara Bareilles, this feel-good musical blends humor, heart, and chart-topping tunes into an irresistible theatrical event.
A perfect celebration of friendship, love, and learning to listen, Emma: A Pop Musical will have you singing along, laughing out loud, and cheering for every match made along the way!
Grades 4-8
AUDITIONS: TBA
PERFORMANCES: End of October
PLOT:
EMMA: A POP MUSICAL is a modern, high school adaptation of Jane Austen's novel "Emma," featuring hit songs by female pop artists. The story follows Emma, a self-proclaimed matchmaker at Highbury Prep, as she tries to find a boyfriend for her friend Harriet. Emma's matchmaking efforts, however, lead to comedic chaos and ultimately, she learns valuable lessons about love and her own feelings.
EVIL DEAD: THE MUSICAL
Grades 9-12
AUDITIONS: August 30 at 12, September 2 at 6
PERFORMANCES: November
PLOT:
Five college students spend the weekend in an abandoned cabin in the woods, accidentally unleashing an evil terror. In this comedic take on the 1980s horror franchise, characters and demons sing and dance to songs written specifically for the musical.
**PLEASE NOTE: ONLY ACTORS IN 9TH THRU 12TH GRADE ARE PERMITTED TO AUDITION**
ANNIE JR
Grades K-12
AUDITIONS: September 30th at 6pm, October 4th at noon and callbacks October 6th at 6pm. If you can’t make the first two auditions we will be seeing people right at 6pm, But please note we would rather you come to the first two auditions so you can be prepared for callbacks.
PERFORMANCES: December 2025
PLOT:
Based on the popular comic strip and adapted from the Tony Award-winning Best Musical, with a beloved book and score by Tony Award winners, Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin, Annie JR. features everyone’s favorite little redhead in her very first adventure.
We have a very vibrant season lined up for our young actors, we can't wait to welcome you at auditions!
Questions? Call us between 2pm and 4pm Monday-Friday.
🎭 Audition Notice – Annie (Mainstage Production)
Presented by The Cultural Arts Playhouse
📍 Location: The Cultural Arts Playhouse – Syosset
170 Michael Drive, Syosset, NY
🗓 Audition Dates:
Monday, September 30 at 6:00 PM
Saturday, October 4 at 12:00 PM (Noon)
📅 Callbacks:
Monday, October 6 at 6:00 PM
✨ If you cannot attend one of the first two auditions, we will also be seeing people right at 6:00 PM on the callback date (October 6th). However, we strongly encourage you to attend one of the initial audition dates so you are better prepared for callbacks.
🔔 Important Note:
Adults will be given priority in the audition process.
Roles Available:
All roles are open.
Preparation:
Please bring a song of your choice with a backing track (no a cappella, please). Be prepared to read from the script.
We are looking forward to seeing the talent and energy you’ll bring to this timeless classic!
For questions or to submit a virtual audition, please email: culturalartsplayhouseli@gmail.com