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About Teen Musical Theater of Oregon
The Teen Musical Theater of Oregon (TMTO) is the youth theater program of Craterian Performances. TMTO shows are professionally-staged, large-scale and high-energy productions that are fun for the whole family. When you attend a TMTO show, you’ll be giving these talented young people the audience they deserve, and you’ll be getting one of the best entertainment values in Southern Oregon. As a TMTO patron said after a recent show, “The entire production was so professional. We will definitely try to see all of the Teen Musical Theater shows. We will bring some other people along with us, too. It’s something we want to share.” Share the fun and share the excitement: don’t miss the next TMTO show!
Depending on the show and casting requirements, the age range for some TMTO shows includes children age 9 – 11; the age range for most TMTO shows is 12 – 19. In order to “anchor” the show and to give cast members the opportunity to work with professional/adult actors, TMTO will sometimes use “Guest Stars” in principal roles. The typical rehearsal and performance schedule lasts seven or eight weeks. In the summer, rehearsal times vary; during the school year, rehearsals are in the evenings on weekdays and during the day on Saturdays. Specific rehearsal times are typically announced one week in advance; the amount of rehearsal time required for each cast member varies significantly based on the size of the part and the overall needs of the production. We produce musicals year-round.
Click on the “Auditions” tab for more information about our upcoming production. If no information is currently listed, check back soon! Participation Fee: $400 per performer, plus a refundable $100-per-family production fee (families can earn their $100 production fee back by completing volunteer hours). Sibling discounts and limited scholarships are often available. To be considered for a scholarship, complete and submit the designated scholarship form when available to access. For general inquiries call 541-779-8195, ext 308, or email tmto@craterian.org. Want to work with us? Send us an email at tmto@craterian.org with your resume, interests, and/or qualifications – we’d love to hear from you!
Mission Statement
The mission of the Teen Musical Theater of Oregon is to provide professional training and performance opportunities for cast members, and to produce professional quality, affordable, family-friendly entertainment.
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WANT TO JOIN OUR EMAIL CONTACT LIST? Send us an email at tmto@craterian.org, and you’ll receive all email updates about auditions, registration, production announcements, classes, camps, workshops, and more!
ALREADY ENROLLED IN A TMTO PROGRAM? You can access your online account here!
NEW TO TMTO?
Read these documents to better acquaint yourself with our program! (Please Note: these documents reflect our pre-pandemic policies and procedures; please review any show-specific documents for COVID-related adjustments to our programming).
- Frequently Asked Questions about TMTO Productions
- New Family Info Packet
- What to Expect and How to Prepare for TMTO Auditions
TMTO’s UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS:
SPRING 2023 Production: SHREK THE MUSICAL
Auditions and Registration have concluded for this production.
Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased through the Craterian Box Office.
PERFORMANCES: March 10-12 and 17-19, 2023
SUMMER 2023 Jr. Production: DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO Jr.
Registration: Will open closer to Summer 2023.
Age Range: TBA
Auditions: Date/Time TBA (Spring 2023)
Dance Call for all auditioners: Date/Time TBA (Spring 2023)
Rehearsals: Stay tuned!
Performance Dates: Stay tuned!
Scholarships: Will be available. Check back for TMTO Scholarship Application.
SUMMER 2023 MainStage Production: Stay Tuned!
Registration: Will open closer to Summer 2023.
Age Range: TBA
Auditions: Date/Time TBA (Spring 2023)
Dance Call for all auditioners: Date/Time TBA (Spring 2023)
Rehearsals: Stay tuned!
Performance Dates: Stay tuned!
Scholarships: Will be available. Check back for TMTO Scholarship Application.
2023-2024 Productions: Stay Tuned!
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WANT TO JOIN OUR EMAIL CONTACT LIST? Send us an email at tmto@craterian.org, and you’ll receive all email updates about TMTO auditions, registration, production announcements, classes, camps, and more!
ALREADY ENROLLED IN A TMTO PROGRAM? You can access your online account here!
Upcoming Classes, Workshops, and Intensives:
Thank you for your interest in TMTO performing arts classes, workshops, and intensives. Stay tuned for future offerings!
If you’d like to receive updates about TMTO classes, email us at tmto@craterian.org!
Upcoming Camps:
Our Summer 2022 Camps have concluded. Thank you for your interest, and we hope to offer summer camps again in 2023!
If you’d like to receive updates about TMTO camps, email us at tmto@craterian.org!
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Teen Musical Theater of Oregon Staff:
STEPHEN McCANDLESS, TMTO Artistic Director and Craterian Executive Director
CAILEY McCANDLESS, TMTO Program Director
ANDREA HOCHKEPPEL, TMTO Artistic Associate
Resident Costume Designer: Sue Quackenbush
Resident Lighting and Projections Designer: Michael Stanfill
Resident Props Designer: Marci Krull
Job Openings: None at this time.
Want to work with us? Send us an email at tmto@craterian.org with your resume, interests, and/or qualifications – we’d love to hear from you!
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