2026 SEASON
UPCOMING 2026 PRODUCTIONS
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Join Rhode to Broadway’s Lion King Jr! Now accepting young performers ages 5–16 — all skill levels welcome. You do NOT need to live in South Kingstown to join.
REHEARSALS AT SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL: April 20–25: Monday–Saturday, 9:00 AM–2:30 PM
PERFORMANCES | SOUTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL: Saturday, April 25: 7:00 PM (call time 5:30 PM) Sunday, April 26: 2:00 PM (call time 12:30 PM)
Come be part of the pride and bring the magic of Broadway to our community!
📸 Professional photography gallery full of behind the scenes moments, rehearsals, and the performance is available for only $28, with professional headshot as add-on as a great keepsake or to kickstart your performer’s theatre journey!
⭐️ Early bird discount available until 4/15! Do not wait to purchase!
https://www.rhodetobroadway.com/register/p/lion-king-jr-performer-photo-collection
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Our Mainstage program offers students the opportunity to participate in fully staged theatrical productions modeled after professional rehearsal processes. The Rhode to Broadway Mainstage Season is presented in partnership with the South Kingstown Recreation Department, bringing high-quality theatrical programming to the local community.
All Mainstage productions take place at the South Kingstown High School Auditorium, providing students the opportunity to perform in a true theater setting with a full stage, professional lighting, sound, and backstage facilities. This ensures an authentic theatrical experience not only for the audience, but for the performers as well.
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Students receive ongoing instruction in acting, vocal performance, movement, and ensemble work throughout the rehearsal process. Directors and teaching artists focus on character development, storytelling, and performance technique while maintaining high artistic standards in a supportive and structured environment.
This program is ideal for students who want to grow as performers while working toward a full-scale theatrical production.
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Mainstage productions emphasize professionalism, accountability, and collaboration. Students learn rehearsal etiquette, time management, focus, and respect for the creative process—skills that translate far beyond the stage.
Participants are expected to arrive prepared, support their fellow cast members, and fully commit to the rehearsal and performance schedule.
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Rhode to Broadway Mainstage productions are known for our exceptional production value. Our out-of-this-world set design team creates large, professional-quality scenic pieces that elevate each production and immerse performers and audiences alike. These dynamic sets contribute to a more exciting, visually stunning show while giving students real-world experience navigating and performing within a professional theatrical environment.
All productions feature professional costumes provided by Emerald City Theatrical, ensuring show-specific designs that match industry standards.
We also provide professional photography of rehearsals and performances, capturing each student’s growth and achievements throughout the production process. Beginning with our next production, we are excited to offer optional professional headshot sessions, giving performers access to high-quality images suitable for auditions, programs, and future opportunities.
What We Offer
2026 MAINSTAGE SEASON REGISTRATION
ELIGIBILITY
Open to all who meet the age for the selected production. No experience required! Casting is determined through auditions or placement, depending on the show.
COMMITMENT EXPECTATIONS
We ask mainstage participants to commit to consistent rehearsal attendance, tech week, and all scheduled performances. Reliability and preparation are essential to the success of the production. However, we can also work with you if you have other commitments and need to alter your schedule. Rehearsal schedules are dependent upon roles as well.
TUITION & FEES
Tuition includes instruction, rehearsals, and participation in the Mainstage production. Help with tuition is always available! If you are a South Kingstown resident; please reach out to the rec center directly. Otherwise, please e-mail us to learn more. We ask others to help Sponsor future students. You can customize your sponsorship as well as choosing a one-time, or ongoing commitment. Learn more HERE
READY TO JOIN THE 2026 SEASON?
We are SO excited for this next year! We look forward to meeting you. Join us today!

