The Academy of Music and Art, Inc.™
Our Fall 2026 musical is:
The Addams Family Young@Part
We're excited to announce that The Addams Family Young@Part is our Fall 2026 musical!
This will be our 37th musical production at the Academy of Music and Art! 🎉
The Addams Family Young@Part is open to boys and girls ages 7–17 and is designed for performers of all experience levels.
You don't need any special talents, skills, or previous theatre experience to participate.
🌟 Auditions are fun and low-pressure
🎭 Everyone gets a part
✨ Beginners are always welcome
Students will sing, dance, act, make new friends, and build confidence while bringing this funny and delightfully spooky musical to life in a fun, supportive environment.
To help students feel confident and prepared, we also offer FREE audition workshops where they'll learn singing, choreography, and audition tips before audition day.
We've created an easy, parent-friendly rehearsal schedule so families can enjoy the experience without unnecessary stress.
Whether this is your child's first musical or they've performed in several productions, The Addams Family Young@Part is a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills, build lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories.
This will be our 37th musical production at the Academy of Music and Art! 🎉
The Addams Family Young@Part is open to boys and girls ages 7–17 and is designed for performers of all experience levels.
You don't need any special talents, skills, or previous theatre experience to participate.
🌟 Auditions are fun and low-pressure
🎭 Everyone gets a part
✨ Beginners are always welcome
Students will sing, dance, act, make new friends, and build confidence while bringing this funny and delightfully spooky musical to life in a fun, supportive environment.
To help students feel confident and prepared, we also offer FREE audition workshops where they'll learn singing, choreography, and audition tips before audition day.
We've created an easy, parent-friendly rehearsal schedule so families can enjoy the experience without unnecessary stress.
Whether this is your child's first musical or they've performed in several productions, The Addams Family Young@Part is a wonderful opportunity to develop new skills, build lasting friendships, and create unforgettable memories.
Add a Cast Members-Only Dance Class:
Want to feel even more confident on stage?
Cast members can enroll in our exclusive Musical Theatre Dance Class, designed to help performers improve their dance technique, stage presence, and confidence while preparing for The Addams Family Young@Part.
Add the Cast Members-Only Dance Class
This package includes enrollment in The Addams Family Young@Part PLUS our exclusive Cast Members-Only Dance Class, held Tuesdays at 5:00 PM, right before rehearsal.
Save $50 when you register for the package!
Perfect for cast members who love to dance—or want to become stronger performers—this class is taught by show choreographer and Academy dance teacher Ms. Claire. Students will strengthen their dance technique, learn choreography, build stage presence, and develop the movement skills needed to shine in the production.
✨ Great for beginners and experienced performers alike!
Cast members can enroll in our exclusive Musical Theatre Dance Class, designed to help performers improve their dance technique, stage presence, and confidence while preparing for The Addams Family Young@Part.
Add the Cast Members-Only Dance Class
This package includes enrollment in The Addams Family Young@Part PLUS our exclusive Cast Members-Only Dance Class, held Tuesdays at 5:00 PM, right before rehearsal.
Save $50 when you register for the package!
Perfect for cast members who love to dance—or want to become stronger performers—this class is taught by show choreographer and Academy dance teacher Ms. Claire. Students will strengthen their dance technique, learn choreography, build stage presence, and develop the movement skills needed to shine in the production.
✨ Great for beginners and experienced performers alike!
Rehearsal:
Rehearsals are at The Academy of Music and Art, Inc.
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm 9/22/26 - 11/10/26
Thursday 6pm - 8pm 9/24/26 - 11/12/26
First rehearsal: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Performances:
Thursday, November 19 @ 7:00pm
Friday, November 20 @ 7:00pm
Saturday, November 21 @ 7:00pm
Sunday, November 22 @ 3:00pm
Tech Week and Performances:
November 16 - 22, 2026
Performance Location:
Mario Parente Theatre
1S325 Ardmore Avenue
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Tuition:
$497
Payment plans are available.
Refunds:
100% refund by 9/8/26
50% refund 9/9/26 through 9/16/26
After 9/17/26 tuition is nonrefundable. Refund requests must be done in writing via email. Send refund requests to: [email protected]
Auditions:
Dates: 9/15/26 and 9/17/26
Auditions are only open to registered cast members.
Once you register to join the cast, you'll receive audition information.
Auditions are fun and low-pressure, and everyone gets a part.
Rehearsals are at The Academy of Music and Art, Inc.
Tuesday 6pm - 8pm 9/22/26 - 11/10/26
Thursday 6pm - 8pm 9/24/26 - 11/12/26
First rehearsal: Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Performances:
Thursday, November 19 @ 7:00pm
Friday, November 20 @ 7:00pm
Saturday, November 21 @ 7:00pm
Sunday, November 22 @ 3:00pm
Tech Week and Performances:
November 16 - 22, 2026
Performance Location:
Mario Parente Theatre
1S325 Ardmore Avenue
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Tuition:
$497
Payment plans are available.
Refunds:
100% refund by 9/8/26
50% refund 9/9/26 through 9/16/26
After 9/17/26 tuition is nonrefundable. Refund requests must be done in writing via email. Send refund requests to: [email protected]
Auditions:
Dates: 9/15/26 and 9/17/26
Auditions are only open to registered cast members.
Once you register to join the cast, you'll receive audition information.
Auditions are fun and low-pressure, and everyone gets a part.
Free Audition Workshops
Not sure what to expect at an audition? Join us for a fun, no-pressure workshop where students can meet the directors, learn the audition process, and practice singing and choreography.
🕸️ Beginner Audition Workshop
Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 PM
🦇 Returning Performers Workshop
Thursday, September 10 at 7:00 PM
Workshops are free, but registration is required.
Not sure what to expect at an audition? Join us for a fun, no-pressure workshop where students can meet the directors, learn the audition process, and practice singing and choreography.
🕸️ Beginner Audition Workshop
Thursday, September 10 at 6:00 PM
🦇 Returning Performers Workshop
Thursday, September 10 at 7:00 PM
Workshops are free, but registration is required.
iThe Addams Family Young@Part®s presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036. www.theatricalrights.com
