

Playhouse JR. Ensemble: Disney’s Frozen Jr. |
Fall 2025Are your kids ready to take their theatrical performance to the next level? The Playhouse Junior Ensemble is a great next step.
Playhouse Junior Ensemble is the Playhouse’s advanced musical theatre performance class for students ages 8-18. These students rehearse and hone their technique from September – February in preparation for their trip to Junior Theatre Festival (JTF) in Sacramento, CA – which brings together hundreds of children’s theatre groups across the country to compete, engage with industry professionals, and celebrate the joy of theatre education. Our 24-25 Junior Ensemble brought a 15 minute cut of James and the Giant Peach to JTF in – winning the “Excellence in Ensemble” award and two All-Star medals for individual student performances.
At the Junior Theatre Festival, no costumes, props, or sets are allowed in the competition, so students must work together to create imaginative, ensemble-driven versions of their show title. The Junior Ensemble members therefore practice advanced voice technique, physical theatre training, and complex choreography to bring their characters to life using only their voices, bodies, and imaginations!
Click below to watch highlights’ from our trip to the Junior Theatre Festival in 2025:
About The junior theatre festival (JTF)
JTF is a festival dedicated to celebrating and promoting musical theater education for young performers and students. The weekend-long festival involves workshops, performances, and competitions where young theater enthusiasts can showcase their talents, learn from professionals, and connect with others who share their passion for musical theater.
PLEASE NOTE:
Participation in the Junior Theatre Festival is a requirement for participation in the Playhouse Junior Ensemble. Families are welcome to attend with their children, but all attendees must pay a registration fee and cover their own transportation, food and lodging. Students who attend without their parents will be chaperoned the entire trip.
We have a limited number of partial scholarships available for tuition. If you are interested in a scholarship, please apply using the link below.
We will accept scholarshp applications on a rolling basis until all slots are full.
About Disney’s Frozen JR.
The enchanting modern classic from Disney is ready for your Broadway Junior stars! Disney’s Frozen JR. is based on the 2018 Broadway musical, and brings Elsa, Anna, and the magical land of Arendelle to life, onstage. The show features all of the memorable songs from the animated film, with music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, plus five new songs written for the Broadway production.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Disney’s Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Disney’s Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
“Being around these incredible kids and their absolutely fantastic directors and families was an absolute joy and gift I will cherish forever. So much talent in one place and so much contagious joy, I feel completely uplifted!”
Dates: Sep 27, 2025 – Feb 8, 2026
Time: Saturday; 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
No Classes: Nov 29, Dec 20, Dec 27
Tech Week: Feb 2 – 5, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
JTF West in Sacramento: All Day Feb 6 – 8, 2026
Ages: 8 – 18
TUITION: $675
FESTIVAL Fee: $700
Families are expected to pay for travel and lodging in Sacramento.
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