2026-27
MAINSTAGE
UPCOMING PERFORMANCES
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS
Directed by Dash and Kisky Holwerda
Performance Dates June 18-27, 2026
Performance Location The Ponderosa Playhouse
See fairy tale convention get turned on its head in ONCE UPON A MATTRESS when an unapologetic free spirit is set loose in a repressed kingdom. This Tony-nominated show bursts with side-splitting humor, toe-tapping songs, and heartwarming characters. A celebration of individuality and true love, ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will have you laughing and cheering for these delightful characters from start to finish. Recommended for everyone ages 5 and up.
ONCE UPON A MATTRESS is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com
UPCOMING AUDITIONS
PULSE students must be between the ages of
15 and 18 years old on February 11, 2027 to audition
AUDITION SCHEDULE
Auditions September 5, 2026
First Rehearsal October 6, 2026
Shows February 11-28, 2027
TUITION
$900, due if offered placement
AUDITION DEPOSIT TERMS & CONDITIONS
A $100 deposit is required to receive an audition slot.
This deposit will be refunded if your student is not offered placement in PULSE. If selected, this deposit will be applied toward tuition.
If your student does not accept their slot, the $100 audition deposit will not be refunded.
2026-27 PULSE PRODUCTIONS
ROMEO AND JULIET
By William Shakespeare
Co-Directed by Dash & Kisky Holwerda
DEAR EVAN HANSEN
Book by Steven Levinson
Music & Lyrics by Benj Pasek & Justin Paul
Co-Directed by Dash & Kisky Holwerda
Music Directed by Rachel Robinson
DEAR EVAN HANSEN is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH
Students must be between the ages of
11 and 14 years old on January 13, 2027 to audition
AUDITION SCHEDULE
Auditions October 9, 2026
Callbacks October 10, 2026
First Rehearsal November 9, 2026
Shows January 13-17, 2027
TUITION
$650, due upon casting
AUDITION DEPOSIT TERMS & CONDITIONS
A $100 deposit is required to receive an audition slot.
This deposit will be refunded if your student is not offered a role in THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH. If cast, this deposit will be applied toward tuition.
If your student does not accept their role, the $100 audition deposit will not be refunded.
2025-26 SEASON
2026-27 SEASON
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THE ADDAMS FAMILY October 2023
TUCK EVERLASTING June 2024
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RIDE THE CYCLONE (HIGH SCHOOL EDITION) February 2025
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GUYS AND DOLLS June 2025
THE LITTLE PRINCE January 2026
SPRING AWAKENING February 2026
PRAISE FOR MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS
“It was so clear how much passion the whole cast had. The whole stage was on fire with every choice they made. I sobbed, I cried tears of laughter, I was shocked, I was disturbed. It was so deeply moving and just overall beautiful.”
“So fun! Entertaining, great acting and singing, great venue, loved all of it! I had a smile on my face the entire show!”
“Professional level set, costumes, live band, choreo and amazing cast! The directing was next level!”
“Stunning, wonderful, amazing, perfect.”
"I loved the whole thing. Beautiful, thoughtful costumes, wonderful utilization of the entire space, great incorporation of the ensemble, and talented players."
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