Junior Intern Company
WHO ARE THE
JUNIOR INTERNS?
The New London Barn Playhouse’s Junior Intern Company is comprised of 25 performers and 5 technicians ages 12-18 who, over the course of nine weeks, rehearse, build, and perform plays and musicals for young audiences as part of the annual Children’s Theater Series.
Want to be part of the JI company? Learn about auditions and interviews below!
The Junior Intern Company performing in Larger Than Life, A Musical Revue, 2023
Photo by Anika Auman
JUNIOR INTERN COMPANY PRESENTS
2024 CHILDREN’S THEATRE SERIES
JUNIOR INTERNS
AUDITIONS & INTERVIEWS: APRIL 6
Want to get involved with our upcoming season? Sign up to audition or interview with us on Saturday, April 6.
Students age 12–18 are invited to sign up for an audition or interview. Performers will be asked to perform one monologue and one song, and this year, we will also hold a dance call at the end of individual auditions. Tech & Design Artists will be asked to bring a sample of their work and answer some interview questions. In-person and Zoom options are available.
Individual auditions & interviews: Saturday, April 6 from 9:00am–2:00pm (10-minute slots)
Dance call (performers only): Saturday April 6 @ 2:00pm
Junior Intern Tuition
Full Summer (9 weeks): $1500
Per show Rates:
Stage Struck: A Junior Intern Original Musical: $500
Dates: June 17–July 6
Macbeth: $400
Dates: July 1–20
Tuck Everlasting: $500
July 8–27
School of Rock: $550
July 29–August 17
*Tuition assistance is available for all Barn Education programs. Scroll down to learn more and download the tuition assistance request form.
JUNIOR INTERNS
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Besides mounting highly professional shows, this performance- and production-based program fosters individual growth in performance and backstage skills as well as nurturing an ensemble experience where each member supports and encourages their fellow company members. Theater exercises and educational workshops, in conjunction with the work toward each production, develop the skills of each member of the company.
The Junior Interns not only play all of the roles in each of the productions, but they also help with organizing and planning technical and design elements, as well as help in the running of the shows. JIs get a chance to work with professional guest directors, designers, choreographers, and actors.
DREAM CHOIR AUDITIONS
Students currently enrolled in grades 3–12 are welcome to audition for the Youth Dream Choir in the summer 2024 MainStage production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
Audition Date: Sunday, April 7
Audition Time: 10:00am–1:00pm (you will sign up for a 10-minute slot)
Audition Location: New London Barn Playhouse Fleming Center (88 Main St in New London)
What To Prepare: A one-minute song (a cappella or with an instrumental track)
Participation Fee: $50 to cover the cost of costumes
What if I can’t make it on April 7? We will accept video submissions emailed to education@nlbarn.org by April 7.
Can I participate in the Dream Choir AND Junior Interns? For interested students in grades 6–12, the Junior Intern audition also counts for the Dream Choir audition (Do not sign up for 2 auditions). The Joseph schedule conflicts with Stage Struck, the JI musical revue. JIs can do both, but it may affect their Stage Struck casting.
Questions?
For questions regarding the 2024 Junior Intern Company,
please email education@nlbarn.org
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TUITION ASSISTANCE
We at the Barn believe an education in the performing arts should be available and accessible to everyone. We know many people are currently dealing with loss of income and financial instability in light of COVID-19 and the subsequent economic disruptions. So it is with great pride that we offer Tuition Assistance at any level needed.
We know how meaningful theater can be, and we understand the impact of that shared experience. Especially in these difficult times, coming together to sing, act, design, and laugh can be transformative.
Tuition assistance is available thanks to a generous donation from Bar Harbor Bank and Trust with a shared commitment to make theater education accessible to all. If you are in need of tuition assistance, please CLICK HERE to download our Tuition Assistance Form and email the completed form to education@nlbarn.org before registering for our education programs.