2025-2026 Season

All auditions take place at Sunny Side Theater inside
Azalea City Center for the Arts, 63 Midtown Park East

Show Fees are $270 plus a $25 annual registration fee.
All fees are NON-REFUNDABLE once the rehearsal process has started.
Show fees include all costumes, props, scripts, t-shirt, & link to a professional recording of the show (when available).
Scholarships are available for all shows at linvinscholarshipfoundation.com

Alice by Heart

In the rubble of the London Blitz of World War II, Alice Spencer’s budding teen life is turned upside down, and she and her dear friend Alfred are forced to take shelter in an underground tube station. When the ailing Alfred is quarantined, Alice encourages him to escape with her into their cherished book and journey down the rabbit hole to Wonderland.

As they travel through the tale, Alice by Heart explores the poignancy of first love, coming to terms with loss, and finding the courage to move forward. This world premiere musical encourages us all to celebrate the transformational power of the imagination, even in the harshest of times.

Open to anyone in grades 8-12 (grade 7 by special permission)

Auditions - August 11 & 12 at 6 pm
Rehearsals - Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm & Thursdays 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Shows - September 26 & 27 at 7 pm & September 28 at 2 pm

Performances at Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street

Auditions August 11 & 12 at 6 pm
Come prepared with 1-2 minutes of a song, ready to read from the script, and we will teach you a dance combo.
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The Stinky Cheese Man

Though the characters may be familiar, each of your favorite storybook fables is uproariously derailed in this adaptation of Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith's quintessential children's book of fractured fairy tales. Everything from "Chicken Little" to "The Gingerbread Man" gets a complete makeover. Fun music and witty narration accompany the likes of ineloquent giants, sassy barnyard animals, colossal cow pies, and enough stinky cheese to go around.

Open to kids in grades 2-12 (grades K & 1 by special permission)

Auditions - August 25 & 26 at 6 pm
Rehearsals - Mondays 5:00 - 7:00 & Thursdays 3:30 - 5:30
Shows - October 17 at 9 am & 11 am; October 18 at 7 pm & October 19 at 2 pm

Performances at Baker High School

August 25 & 26 at 6 pm
Audition Form
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How the Grinch Stole Christmas

PRESENTED FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER IN MOBILE!

For decades, the story of the mean, green Mister Grinch discovering the joy of Christmas has delighted both readers and viewers. And now, you have the opportunity to bring Dr. Seuss' adored classic to your stage.

Based on the iconic animated film and beloved children’s book, Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas! features a book and lyrics by Timothy Mason and music by Mel Marvin. This duo expands on the timeless story, adding new songs that are bound to have everyone tapping their feet.

With a heart "two sizes too small," the Grinch despises the annual Christmas festivities of Who-ville from a solitary distance. Fed up, he carries out a plan to stop them once and for all, only to learn a lesson about opening his heart to the real meaning of Christmas.

Open to grades 2-12 (grades K & 1 with special permission)

Auditions - October 20 & 21 at 6 pm
Rehearsals - Mondays 5:00 - 7:00 & Thursdays 3:30 - 6:00
Shows - December 19 & 20 at 7pm, December 20 & 21 at 2 pm

Performances at Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street

October 20 & 21 at 6 pm
Audition Form
Tech Crew Form
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Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide

Junie B. Jones is back! Based on the bestselling books, the saga of the wisecracking first-grader continues in Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School JR., a goofy and heartwarming follow-up to Junie B. Jones, The Musical JR.

A self-appointed expert on all things first grade, Junie B. is determined to write the ultimate guide - Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School JR. As she deals with writer's block and constantly getting into trouble, Junie B. quickly realizes that she still has a lot to learn.

Featuring new, upbeat songs and an expanded cast, Junie B.'s Essential Survival Guide to School JR. is a hilarious, whole-hearted show about owning up to your mistakes and how nobody is ever done learning.

Open to grades k-5

Auditions - January 12 & 13 at 6 pm
Rehearsals - Tuesdays 3:30 - 6:00, Thursdays 5:30 - 7:00
Shows - March 20 at 9 am, 11 am, & 7pm ; March 21 at 2 pm & 7 pm; March 22 at 2 pm

Performances at Baker High School

January 13 & 14 at 6 pm
Audition Form
Tech Crew Form
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Diary of a Wimpy Kid the Musical

For the first time EVER in Mobile!

Middle school, ugh. It’s the worst. But Greg is determined not to be at the bottom of the popularity chart. He’ll leave that to his weird neighbor, Fregley. Or maybe Greg’s best friend, Rowley Jefferson. But it’s not going to be Greg…no way.

Jeff Kinney’s popular character takes center stage as Greg’s cartoon diary becomes a hilarious and heartfelt musical. Will Greg’s plans to become popular lead him to sacrifice his one true friend? Can anyone avoid the dreaded Cheese Touch? Grab a hall pass and don’t be late for an adventure familiar to anyone who actually survived middle school.

Open to grades 2-12 (grades K & 1 with special permission)

Auditions - February 9 & 10 at 6 pm
Rehearsals - Mondays 5:00 - 7:00 & Thursdays 3:30 - 6:00
Shows - May 1 at 9 am, 11 am & 7 pm, May 2 at 2 pm & 7 pm, May 3 at 2 pm

Performances at Joe Jefferson Playhouse, 11 South Carlen Street