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• Illinois High School Theatre Students Invited to Audition for 2026 All-State Production of NEWSIES

  • Start
    05/31/2025
  • End
    06/07/2025
  • Location
    Normal, IL or Addison, IL

  

  The Illinois Theatre Association (ITA) is thrilled to announce auditions for the prestigious 50th Illinois High School Theatre Festival All-State Production of Newsies to be presented at Illinois State University in January 2026. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity brings together the state’s most talented high school performers, technicians, and musicians for a professionally produced show that will be performed at the annual Illinois High School Theatre Festival.

  Auditions are open to current high school students across Illinois who are passionate about theatre and eager to collaborate with top peers from around the state. Students can audition for roles in the cast, apply for technical crew positions, or audition to be part of the pit orchestra. All Audition forms are due by May 16, 2025.

  Audition Details:

  Dates: May 31 or June 7 Locations: Normal, IL or Addison, IL

  Who Can Audition: Illinois high school students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year in 2025-2026

  Registration & More Info: Visit www.illinoistheatre.org/All-State-Production

  The All-State Production is known for its high-caliber performances and the unique opportunity it provides for students to work under the guidance of professional directors, designers, and educators. Participants will gain valuable experience, build lifelong friendships, and be part of a truly unforgettable theatre experience.

  “This production is a highlight of the Illinois High School Theatre Festival and an extraordinary opportunity for students to challenge themselves artistically,” said Anna McSweeney, Director of the 2026 All-State Production. “We encourage all dedicated and passionate theatre students to audition and be part of something truly special.”

  Interested students should prepare audition materials according to the guidelines provided on the ITA website. Technical crew applicants will be required to submit portfolios, and musicians will need to demonstrate their instrumental proficiency through recorded or live auditions.

  For more information or to schedule an audition, please contact:

  Christina Ordonez and Michelle Bayer
  All-State Producers allstateproducers@ihstf.org

  Don’t miss your chance to be part of Illinois’ premier high school theatre experience—audition for the 2026 All-State Production today!

   

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• Stand-Up for the ITA Fundraiser

  • When
    06/25/2025
  •  
    7:00 PM
  • Location
    Zanies Rosemont
  • Spaces left
    98

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  Join us for an evening of laughter as we raise funds for the ITA Clif Aldridge Scholarship at Zanies in Rosemont.

  Doors will open at 6:00 pm, with the show starting at 7:00 pm.

  Tickets are $25 per person, plus a two-item minimum and a 20% service gratuity.

  Bring cash, as we'll be hosting a 50/50 raffle to raise even more funds for our incredible high school theatre students.

  This event is open to those over 21 who want to enjoy an entertaining evening while supporting the ITA. Please note that most stand-up comedy shows are rated "R. "

  
  

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• Annual Member Celebration

  • When
    08/09/2025
  •  
    9:30 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Jen's Guesthouse, 8989 Archer Ave, Willow Springs, IL 60480
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Please join us at the Illinois Theatre Association's 2025 ITA Awards of Excellence Celebration and Annual Members' Meeting.

  

  The ITA's Annual Members' Celebration is coming soon! All of Illinois Theatre is CONNECTED! This amazing brunch is a chance to celebrate our award-winners and network as an Association. The keynote will motivate all of Illinois Theatre to go forward and have our best year- yet!

  A full brunch, complete with a mimosa bar, is sure to satisfy everyone.

  Early Bird sales end June 15th.

  Program: To be announced soon

  
  

  
  

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