True To You
2026-2027 Season
Our 2026–2027 True To You Season celebrates the journey of discovering who you are, finding where you belong, and having the confidence to share your unique voice with the world. Through bold adventures, unforgettable music, larger-than-life characters, and stories of friendship and self-discovery, each production reminds us that there is no one else quite like you. From singing crocodiles to curious adventurers and everything in between, this season invites every performer to take the stage, embrace what makes them unique, and stay true to who they are.
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Beetlejuice JR
A Triple Threat Academy Production
Beetlejuice JR is a frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
Open Registration For Ages 12-18
Registration Period: June 1-August 10, 2026
Tickets On Sale: August 31, 2026
Performance Dates: October 16-18, 2026
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Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile JR [Pilot Production]
A KOS Academy Production
Kids On Stage is proud to present a Pilot Production of Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile JR in partnership with Music Theatre International and iTheatrics. Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: The Musical JR splashes onto the stage with a song to sing! Join Lyle as he and his new human friends face their fears and find their voices. Inspired by Bernard Waber’s much-loved picture books, this lively musical features new music by EGOT-winning composers Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (The Greatest Showman, Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land). A celebration for the whole family, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile: The Musical JR is packed with humor, heart, and showstopping tunes that will have audiences of all ages roaring with song.
Open Registration For Ages 8-18
Registration Period: June 1-August 10, 2026
Tickets On Sale: October 19, 2026
Performance Dates: November 6-8, 2026
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Disney's The Lion King KIDS
A Broadway KIDS Academy Production
Disney’s The Lion King KIDS. tells the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king. Along the way, the young lion encounters a colorful cast of characters including spunky lioness Nala, charismatic meerkat Timon, and loveable warthog Pumbaa. To claim his rightful place on the throne and save his beloved Pridelands, Simba must find his inner strength and confront his wicked Uncle Scar.
The Lion King KIDS features classic songs from the Broadway musical and animated feature film, including “I Just Can’t Wait to Be King,” “He Lives in You,” and “Hakuna Matata.”
Open Registration For Ages 8-18
Registration Period: June 1-August 10, 2026
Tickets On Sale: October 19, 2026
Performance Dates: November 7, 2026
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Always Something There... [NC Premiere]
A KOS Conservatory Production
Kids On Stage is proud to present the NC Premiere for Lively McCabe’s (May We All) next Jukebox Musical, Always Something There! When Samantha Craig wakes up on the morning of her 45th birthday back in her 18-year-old life, she's given one incredible opportunity: rewrite the past... or discover that the life she built was exactly the one she was meant to live. Filled with heart, humor, nostalgia, and plenty of '80s fun, we're excited to bring this brand-new musical to North Carolina audiences for the very first time. Keep your Walkman close. It’s almost time to hit rewind.
Invitation Only- Invitations Sent by September 30
Tickets On Sale: February 15, 2027
Performance Dates: April 2-4, 2027
Beetlejuice JR
Join Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the hip hip Hippo and, of course, those hilarious, plotting penguins as they bound onto your stage in the musical adventure of a lifetime. Based on the smash DreamWorks animated motion picture, Madagascar – A Musical Adventure JR. follows all of your favorite crack-a-lackin’ friends as they escape from their home in New York’s Central Park Zoo and find themselves on an unexpected journey to the madcap world of King Julien’s Madagascar.
Open Registration For Ages 8-18
Registration Period: June 16-August 28, 2025
Tickets On Sale: August 20, 2025
Performance Dates: October 10-12, 2025
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Disney's The Little Mermaid JR
A Rising Star Academy Production
Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.
Open Registration For Ages 8-18
Registration Period: October 1, 2026-February 15, 2027
Tickets On Sale: April 5, 2027
Performance Dates: April 30-May 2, 2027
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Wonderland
A KOS Mainstage Summer Camp Production
A riveting spin on the classic story of Alice and her Looking-Glass World, Wonderland reminds us "ordinary magic happens every single day." Just moments away from a promotion, Alice has been estranged from her husband and alienated from her daughter. When a dream transports her to Wonderland, she encounters strange yet familiar characters including a Cheshire Cat with a fabulous flair, a delightfully dotty Queen of Hearts, and a malicious Mad Hatter. Through her journey, Alice finds a new sense of balance and strength within herself as she reconnects with her inner child and learns to believe in herself again.
Open Auditions For Ages 10-18 (younger with special permission)
Registration Period: December 1, 2026-April 19, 2027
Tickets On Sale: May 3, 2027
Performance Dates: June 17-19, 2027
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Dreamworks' Trolls: The Musical JR
A Rising Star Academy Summer Camp Production
Trolls JR. is based on the irreverent DreamWorks Animation movie franchise and features a colorful, wondrous world populated by hilariously unforgettable characters. The show follows the overly optimistic Trolls, constantly with a song on their lips, and the comically pessimistic Bergens, who are only happy when they have Trolls in their stomach. The Troll thespians in Poppy’s company live by their motto: the show must go on. But when a tyrannical foreign emissary arrives in Bergenland, expectations are raised, forcing the Trolls to totally rework their show or risk being served up in the name of diplomacy by a Chef rehired and out for revenge.
Open Auditions For Ages 5-15 (younger with special permission)
Registration Period: December 1, 2026-May 10, 2027
Tickets On Sale: June 21, 2027
Performance Dates: July 31-August 1, 2027