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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!
- Frequently Asked Questions about TMTO Productions
- New Family Info Packet (an overview of the TMTO production process)
- What to Expect and How to Prepare for TMTO Auditions
TMTO’s UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS:
SUMMER 2023 Jr. Production: DISNEY’S FINDING NEMO Jr.
Auditions have concluded for Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr.
CLICK HERE for the Finding Nemo Jr. Audition/Production Info Packet (with updated rehearsal/tech schedule, casting policies, registration details, and more!)
Age Range: Age 10 through Entering-8th-Graders
CLICK HERE for Character Descriptions for Finding Nemo Jr.
Dance Call for all auditioners: Friday, May 5 from 5:00-6:00pm at the Collier Creative Center
Callbacks (by invitation): Friday, May 5 from 6:00-8:30pm at the Collier Creative Center
First rehearsal: Tuesday, May 30, 2023 from 5:00-8:00pm at the Collier Creative Center (see the NEMO Jr. Info Packet above for overview of full rehearsal calendar)
Performance Dates: July 14th (7:30pm), 15th (2:00pm and 7:30pm), and 16th (2:00pm), 2023 at the Craterian Theater.
Tickets: Available NOW through the Craterian Box Office (541-779-3000, online, or in person)
SUMMER 2023 MainStage Production: FOOTLOOSE
Auditions have concluded for Footloose.
CLICK HERE for the Footloose Audition/Production Info Packet (including rehearsal/performance schedule, casting policies, registration details, and more!)
Age Range: Entering-9th-Graders through Age 19
CLICK HERE for Character Descriptions for Footloose & Plot Summary
Dance Call for all auditioners: Saturday, May 6 from 9:00-10:00am at the Collier Creative Center
Callbacks (by invitation): Saturday, May 6 from 10:00am-1:00pm at the Collier Creative Center
Additional Callbacks if needed: May 12-21, 2023
First Rehearsal: Monday, June 12 from 5:00-8:00pm (location is TBD; see the Footloose Info Packet above for overview of full rehearsal calendar)
Performance Dates: July 29th (7:30pm), 30th (3:00pm), August 4th (7:30pm), 5th (7:30pm), and 6th (3:00pm), 2023 at the Craterian Theater.
Tickets: Available NOW through the Craterian Box Office (541-779-3000, online, or in person)
Winter 2023 Production: THE MUSIC MAN
Registration: Will open in late summer/early fall 2023. Stay tuned!
Age Range: 12-19 years old (cut-off date TBA).
Cast Size: 65 performers (all performers within this age range may audition; if more than 65 performers audition, it is possible not all will be cast).
Auditions and Parent Meeting: TBA (Fall 2023)
Dance Call for all auditioners: TBA (Fall 2023)
Callbacks (by invitation): TBA (Fall 2023)
First Rehearsal: Mid-October 2023
Performance Dates: December 2023
Tickets: Available soon through the Craterian Box Office (541-779-3000, online, or in person)
Scholarships: Will be available. Stay tuned!
Spring 2024 Production: BYE BYE BIRDIE
Registration: Will open in fall/winter 2023. Stay tuned!
Age Range: 12-19 years old (cut-off date TBA).
Cast Size: 65 performers (all performers within this age range may audition; if more than 65 performers audition, it is possible not all will be cast).
Auditions and Parent Meeting: TBA (Winter 2023/24)
Dance Call for all auditioners: TBA (Winter 2023/24)
Callbacks (by invitation): TBA (Winter 2023/24)
First Rehearsal: Mid-January 2024
Performance Dates: March 2024
Tickets: Available soon through the Craterian Box Office (541-779-3000, online, or in person)
Scholarships: Will be available. Stay tuned!
Summer 2024 Production(s): 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 Camps for Ages 7-11 (SUMMER 2023):
HARRY POTTER CAMP:Monday, July 31 through Friday, August 11 (weekdays, 9am-Noon at the TMTO rehearsal building; 50 N. Fir Street, Medford).
DISNEY CAMP: Monday, August 14 through Friday, August 25 (weekdays, 9am-Noon at the TMTO rehearsal building; 50 N. Fir Street, Medford).
CLICK HERE for the TMTO Summer Camps 2023 Info Packet (includes additional camp/registration details, price, policies, and more!)
If you’d like to receive updates about TMTO camps, email us at tmto@craterian.org!
Upcoming Classes, Workshops, and Intensives:
Spring 2023 classes have begun and registration is now closed.
- Musical Theater Performance (for ages 7-10) – begins Monday, April 10
- Musical Theater Performance (for ages 11-14) – begins Monday, April 10
- Musical Theater Dance (for Girls ages 12-19) – begins Tuesday, April 11
- Musical Theater Dance (for Boys ages 12-19) – begins Tuesday, April 11
CLICK HERE for the TMTO Spring 2023 Classes Info Packet (includes class descriptions, dates/times, prices, and more!)
If you’d like to receive updates about TMTO classes, 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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