Experience the Stage!
PTW Productions Summer 2026 Musical
for Kids & Teens
Welcome to PTW Productions, New Jersey’s top Summer Musical Theater program where every young artist shines! Join us this Summer as we cast, produce & perform a smash-hit musical, and be part of New Jersey’s leading summer theater program for aspiring actors ages 5-18.
Our comprehensive program hones acting, singing, and performance skills. Everyone who auditions lands a role, ensuring an inclusive, supportive environment for your child to develop their solo and ensemble talents. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of an extraordinary summer stage experience. Auditions are now open!
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
Seussical Jr. will be moved to Summer 2027!
About INTO THE WOODS Jr.
Be careful what you wish for, as Stephen Sondheim’s and James Lapine’s cockeyed fairytale comes to life in this adaptation of their groundbreaking, Tony Award-winning musical. Into the Woods JR. features all of your favorite characters — Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack (and his beanstalk) and the Witch — in this lyrically rich retelling of classic Brothers Grimm fables.
The musical centers on a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse, and wind up changed forever.
With unforgettable roles, minimal dancing and no chorus, Into the Woods JR. showcases a medium-sized ensemble of talented singers and actors. The sophisticated score has been adapted to make it more accessible to young performers.
About SEUSSICAL Jr.
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
Seussical JR. provides wonderful creative opportunities in terms of set design, lighting and costuming and can easily accommodate a large cast of expandable “Seussian” creatures.
Rehearsal and Performance Schedule
Rehearsal Schedule: July 27 – August 7 at PTW, Millburn, NJ
Littles: 9:00am – 1:00pm (Optional 12:30pm Lunch group or go home)
Group A: 9:45 AM – 3:30 PM
Group B: 10:15 AM – 4:00 PM
Group AB: 9:45am-4:00pm
Special Rehearsals:
All: August 6, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM @ PTW
Tech: August 7, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM @ FDU
Dress: August 8, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM @ FDU
Performances: August 9 at 12 PM & 3 PM
Dreyfuss Theater, FDU Florham Campus
Dreyfuss Rd, Madison, NJ 07940
Rehearsal and Performance Schedule
Rehearsal Schedule: July 30, 2027 – August 8, 2027 at PTW, Millburn, NJ
Littles: 9:00am – 1:00pm (Optional 12:30pm Lunch group or go home)
Group A: 9:45 AM – 3:30 PM
Group B: 10:15 AM – 4:00 PM
Group AB: 9:45am-4:00pm
Special Rehearsals:
All: August 5, 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM @ PTW
Tech: August 6, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM @ FDU
Dress: August 7, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM @ FDU
Performances: August 8, 2027 at 12 PM & 3 PM
Dreyfuss Theater, FDU Florham Campus
Dreyfuss Rd, Madison, NJ 07940
MUSICAL GROUP A
(Groups will be assigned after casting is complete)
9-9:45am Morning Private Lessons optional
Private acting, dance or voice lessons (your choice!!)
Work on a song, monologue or dance you love!
SHOW REHEARSAL
9:45am-1pm
1-1:30pm Lunch
1:30-3:00pm
3:15 or 4:00 Afternoon Private Lessons optional
Private acting, dance or voice lessons (your choice!!)
Work on a song, monologue or dance you love!
Private Lessons Week 1: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Private Lessons Week 2: Mon, Tues, Wed.
MUSICAL GROUP B
(Groups will be assigned after casting is complete)
10-10:45am Morning Private Lessons optional
Private acting, dance or voice lessons (your choice!!)
Work on a song, monologue or dance you love!
SHOW REHEARSAL
10:45am-1pm
1-1:30pm Lunch
1:30-4:00pm
4:15 or 5:00 Afternoon Private Lessons optional
Private acting, dance or voice lessons (your choice!!)
Work on a song, monologue or dance you love!
Private Lessons Week 1: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Private Lessons Week 2: Mon, Tues, Wed.
