The WC Summer Stage Theater program fills the summer season with four dynamic productions that welcome and inspire performers and audiences of all ages. These offerings include the Teen Musical Theater Camp, a Shakespeare production, a Children’s Theater production, and a family-friendly Musical. Auditions for all productions are open to the entire community, welcoming both new and experienced performers.
The WC Fine Arts Department believes engaging with the arts elevates the human experience and empowers individuals to become positive forces for change in our world. We envision a thriving creative community where artistic expression fosters personal growth and social understanding, and inspires the courage to shape a more compassionate and just society.
Summer 2026
Teen Musical Camp: Disney's High School Musical Jr.
Performances: May 29 at 7 p.m., May 30 at 3 p.m. & 7 p.m., May 31at 3 p.m.
Video Auditions Due
April 20
- High School Students Audition Form
- Middle School Students Audition Form
(completed grades 6-8 by time of camp) - Elementary Student Audition Form
(completed 1st-5th grade by time of camp)
In Person Callbacks
May 3 at 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
On stage at the Marjory Alkek Fine Arts Theater at Weatherford College
Pick Up Rehearsals
May 9: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
May 16: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
May 23: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
May 24: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Camp
May 25 - May 29: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Shakespeare: The Taming of the Shrew
Performances: June 11-13 at 7 p.m. & June 14 at 2 p.m.
Free Admission
A beloved local tradition, the yearly Shakespeare production brings neighbors together to celebrate classic drama under the lights. Performed by a diverse cast of community and professional Shakespearean actors, the plays blend timeless language with fresh energy, inventive staging, and accessible interpretations. Families, students, and longtime theater lovers gather each year to experience laughter, tragedy, romance, and reflection, reaffirming the power of Shakespeare’s stories to connect generations and strengthen the cultural life of the community.
April 25: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
On stage at the Marjory Alkek Fine Arts Theater at Weatherford College
Start May 4
Monday - Thursday: 6 - 10 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Children’s show: Peter Pan by Heath Thompson
Performances: July 11 at 11 a.m., July 12 at 2 p.m., July 18 at 11 a.m., July 19, at 2 p.m.
Free Admission
Currently our most popular offering, the Children’s Theater presents a lively, interactive 40-minute production designed especially for our youngest community members. Introducing children to theater at an early age has been shown to foster creativity, build confidence, and nurture a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
May 2: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
TBD
Musical: Into the Woods
Performances: July 24 & 25 at 7 p.m., July 26 at 2 p.m., July 31 & August 1 at 7 p.m., August 2 at 2 p.m.
$10 admission
Our annual full-scale musical production is the centerpiece of the season and a highlight of the community’s cultural calendar. Bringing together a talented cast and a dedicated team of designers and technicians, the production transforms the stage with dynamic choreography, memorable songs, and richly imagined sets and costumes. The result is a high-energy, family-friendly musical that captivates audiences of all ages, showcases local talent, and becomes a cherished tradition families return to year after year.
May 2: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
ALL ROLES AVAILABLE! - THERE IS NO FEE TO PARTICIPATE!
Anyone in the community ages 6+ is invited to audition.
(Roles for children under 13 are limited and non-speaking)
PREPARE FOR AUDITIONS:
Acting auditions will consist of cold readings from the script.
For the music audition, you should be prepared to sing a 24-32 measure ballad and an up-tempo musical theatre selection. You must bring your own accompaniment, but a Bluetooth speaker is provided. Please avoid singing songs from the show.
Dance auditions will only take place at callbacks.
Callbacks
May 3: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.
On stage at the Marjory Alkek Fine Arts Theater at Weatherford College
Have a schedule conflict?
Schedule a video audition! Contact Erin Brownlee at ebrownlee@wc.edu for more information.
Crew
We also need backstage/tech crew! Contact James Brownlee at jbrownlee@wc.edu for more information.
Start June 8, but will be spotty until the June 15.
Monday - Thursday: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Not all actors are called to every rehearsal, and theyusually don't run all the way
to 10 p.m.
On stage at the Marjory Alkek Fine Arts Theater at Weatherford College