2024/2025 Season
telling stories & tugging on heartstrings
Heartstrings Production of Disney and Pixar’s Finding Nemo KIDS
Book, Music and Lyrics by KRISTEN ANDERSON-LOPEZ and ROBERT LOPEZ. Book Adapted by LINDSAY ANDERSON. Music and Orchestrations Adapted and Arranged by MYRNA CONN. Based on the 2003 Disney/ Pixar film Finding Nemo written by Andrew Stanton, Bob Peterson, David Reynolds and directed by Andrew Stanton. Disney’s Finding Nemo KIDS is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
Disney’s Finding Nemo KIDS a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves.
Shows will take place at 4700 San Mateo Blvd NE, 87109 (New City Church)
April 4 @ 6:30 PM
& April 5th @ 2:00 PM & 6:30 PM
INFO FOR AUDITIONS -
SEEKING: Strong singers, actors, and dancers of middle and high school age for the 2025 production of Footloose: 90-Minute Version. We welcome all abilities, regardless of race, gender (conforming and non-conforming), age, religion, sexual orientation, body type and/or size, disability, and/or personal background age 11-19.
AUDITION DATES:
Vocal Auditions -
Monday, April 28th from 5:00-8:00PM
Dance Auditions & Callbacks -
Wednesday, April 30th from 5:00-8:00pm
Heartstrings’ Advanced Summer Show: Footloose the Musical
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.
To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
Rehearsals & Shows will take place at 4700 San Mateo Blvd NE, 87109 (New City Church)
REHEARSALS:
May 3rd, 10AM-2PM
May 10th, 10AM-2PM
June 2nd-6th & June 9th-12th, from 9AM-4PM.
SHOWTIMES:
June 13th & 14th@ 6:30PM
AUDITION DETAILS:
Auditions will take place on Wednesday, May 21st, 4:30-7:30PM at Del Sol Church (5700 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, Suite C). Auditions will consist of individual monologues followed by readings from the script in groups. Please come with a 30 second to 1 minute monologue of your choice prepared and memorized. Auditionees should plan to stay the entire time.
Heartstrings’ First Ever Summer Play for Elementary Students!
The perfect opportunity for all kids, ages 5-11, with any level of experience in theatre!
We welcome all abilities, regardless of race, gender (conforming and non-conforming), age, religion, sexual orientation, body type and/or size, disability, and/or personal background.
Auditions, Rehearsals, & Shows will ALL take place at Del Sol Church: 5700 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM, 87106, Suite C
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals are June 2nd-6th 9:30AM-3:30PM, June 9th-11th 9:30AM-3:30PM, June 16th-20th 9:30AM-3:30PM, and June 23rd-25th 9AM-4PM.
SYNOPSIS:
This is the endearing classic about a mouse named Stuart Little who is born into an ordinary New York family. All the charm, wisdom and joy of the E.B. White original are captured in this adaptation by Joseph Robinette, who also dramatized the highly acclaimed stage version of Charlotte's Web. The many adventures—both big and small—of Stuart Little are brought vividly to life in this story theatre presentation. The acting ensemble plays many human and animal roles in a series of delightful scenes that make up the marvelous maneuverings of a mild-mannered mouse trying to survive in a "real people's world."
SHOWTIMES:
Thursday, June 26th @ 6pm
Friday, June 27th @ 6pm
Saturday, June 28th @ 1:30pm
Saturday, June 28th @ 6pm
INFO FOR AUDITIONS -
SEEKING: Strong singers, actors, and dancers ages 5-18 for the 2025 production of The SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition.
We welcome all abilities, regardless of race, gender (conforming and non-conforming), age, religion, sexual orientation, body type and/or size, disability, and/or personal background age 5-18.
AUDITION DATES:
For ages 5-11: Monday, May 12th from 5:00-8:00PM
For ages 12-18: Wednesday, May 14th from 5:00-8:00PM
Please plan to stay the entire time on your audition day.
Heartstrings’ All Ages Summer Show: The SpongeBob Musical - Youth Edition
Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau.
An exciting new musical featuring irresistible characters and magical music, this deep-sea pearl of a show is set to make a splash with audiences young and old. The future is bright, the future is bold, the future is The SpongeBob Musical.
Auditionees will go in groups of 5-10, and sing their selected songs. When everyone has sung, we will move on to the choreography, followed by readings from the script. Please prepare a brief excerpt (32 bars, or about 1:30 maximum) of a song in the style of the show, or one from the show is acceptable. Please come prepared with a track to play, or you may sing a capella (without music).
An accompanist will NOT be provided.
**Please wear movement-appropriate clothing and athletic or dance shoes. (No skirts/dresses, jeans, sandals/crocs, or open-toe shoes.)
Coming up in 2024/2025
April 4 & 5: Finding Nemo Kids
June 2 - 14: Advanced Summer Musical Camp
June 2 - 28: Elementary Summer Play Camp
July 14 - 26: End of Summer Musical Camp
Looking ahead to our 2025/2026 Season
Fall Play: Ages 8-18
Winter Musical: Ages 5-18
Advanced Winter Play: High School Students Only
Spring Musical: Elementary & Middle School
Previous Shows of the Season
The Outsiders
February 28th & March 1st
A Full Length Play by Christopher Sergel
Based Upon the Novel by S.E. Hinton
Step into the world of Ponyboy, Dallas, Cherry, and Johnny, where loyalty, identity, and the battle between two worlds—the Socs and the Greasers—come alive. S.E. Hinton’s timeless story, written from the heart of a 16-year-old, captures the struggles and dreams of young people trying to find themselves in a divided world.
Showtimes:
Friday, February 28th at 10am - School Day Series Performance!
Friday, February 28th at 6:30pm
Saturday, March 1st at 6:30pm
Stay gold.
In partnership with the
African American Performing Arts Center
Heartstrings Production of Disney’s Frozen JR
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez. Book by Jennifer Lee. Based on the Disney film written by Jennifer Lee and directed by Chris Buck & Jennifer Lee. Disney’s Frozen JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com
December 13 at 6:30pm
December 14 at 2pm and 6:30pm
African American Performing Arts Center
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, 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, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Fantastic Mr Fox
October 24 & 25, 2024
Based on the book by Roald Dahl. Dramatized by Sally Reid. Produced by special arrangement with THE DRAMATIC PUBLISHING COMPANY of Woodstock, Illinois
"Boggis and Bunce and Bean/One fat, one short, one lean/These horrible crooks/So different in looks/Were nonetheless equally mean."
And so begins another enchanting Roald Dahl tale concerning the extraordinary adventures of three nasty farmers, two curious creatures, a family of foxes, and our hero—a most fantastic fellow!
Stay after the show for Mr Fox’s Fantastic Fiesta - music, candy, face painting and activities!
Our 2024/2025 Season Community Partners & Sponsors
Past Shows
2024
Disney’s Descendants: The Musical
Murder’s in the Heir
Into the Woods
Shrek The Musical JR
2022
Holes
The Little Mermaid, Jr
2020
The Addams Family: Young@Part
War of the Worlds: Radio Broadcast
It’s a Wonderful: The Radio Play
2019
Disney’s High School Musical
Seussical the Musical, Jr
A Charlie Brown Christmas
2018
Disney’s The Lion King, Jr
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
2017
The Music Man, Jr
Robin Hood
2023
Annie Jr
Treasure Island
Matilda Jr
Alice in Wonderland
2016
The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
Wizard of Oz
