SUMMER 2025: Xanadu JR (Grades 7-10) | Kids Out and About Houston

SUMMER 2025: Xanadu JR (Grades 7-10)

A Greek muse inspires love, laughter and the world's first Roller Disco in this 1980s glitter explosion based on the cult film and Broadway musical. Xanadu JR. is inspired by the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical and the Universal Pictures' cult classic movie that starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu JR. is a moving, electrifying tale of endless fun that will keep audiences in stitches while the original, legendary chart-topping tunes lift them out of their seats.

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Xanadu JR.
Grades 7–10

A Greek muse inspires love, laughter and the world's first Roller Disco in this 1980s glitter explosion based on the cult film and Broadway musical. Xanadu JR. is inspired by the Tony Award-nominated Broadway musical and the Universal Pictures' cult classic movie that starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly. Xanadu JR. is a moving, electrifying tale of endless fun that will keep audiences in stitches while the original, legendary chart-topping tunes lift them out of their seats.  Students may be roller skating on stage!
HITS Theatre performance classes allow students to develop their acting, singing, and dancing skills through a traditional rehearsal process. Each production is supported by a professional director, choreographer, music director, stage manager, and designers. As an ensemble, the students each play an important role in telling the story for a live audience by learning music, choreography, and staging.  Auditions happen on the first day and all students will be assigned a part in the production.

DATES/TIMES:
THREE WEEKS
Rehearsals:
Monday - Friday
June 09 - 13, 16 - 20, & 23 - 27
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Dress Rehearsal:
Saturday, June 28, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Performances:
Saturday, June 28, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 29, 2:30 p.m.
Actors and Crew called at 1:00 p.m.

Student participation in the dress rehearsal and both performances is required. Please consult your family’s calendar before registering for this class.

TUITION:
$935.00 - Early bird price until March 3, save $60!
$995.00 - After March 3
$25.00 annual registration fee per account may apply
*Financial Assistance is available through Scholarship Applications - click on the corresponding tab above. These applications must be submitted BEFORE registering for the class. Applications will not be processed until Early Bird Pricing has ended.

ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Because of the collaborative nature of production, absences are highly discouraged. Please inform HITS of all known scheduling conflicts before the start of the first-class or rehearsal. If there are several rehearsal conflicts, the result may impact the student's casting and/or the full participation in the production. In the case of emergencies or last-minute illnesses, please call 713-861-7408 or email HITS Customer Service.

The creative teams may at their discretion reassign the role/s of any student who accrues more than two (2) unexcused absences or late arrivals to support the integrity of the production and the preparation process of the entire cast.
Attendance during technical/dress rehearsals and performances is mandatory.

ATTIRE:
Comfortable clothing that allows movement and closed-toed shoes with rubber soles. 

HEALTH/SAFETY:
Students will be required to adhere to all safety procedures and practice social distancing at all possible times. HITS Theatre reserves the right to refuse entry or dismiss anyone who does not adhere to theater policies. For more information, visit https://hitstheatre.org/health-and-safety/

CANCELLATION:
Requests for refunds or cancellations must be submitted in writing seven (7) days prior to the first day of the class or program to be eligible for repayment. Refunds will be granted less a $50.00 non-refundable processing fee. The annual registration fee is non-refundable.


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Organization:

HITS Theatre

Location:

311 West 18th Street
Houston, TX, 77008
United States

Phone:

713-861-7408
Contact name: 
Dennis Arrowsmith
Email address: 
Dates: 
06/09/2025
06/10/2025
06/11/2025
Time: 
5 pm-9 pm