Teen Musical Theatre Intensive

New this year: All students will attend our Broadway Bootcamp on June 29, 30 and July 1 to prepare for either Session 1 or Session 2.

Program Description

The Hanover Theatre Conservatory’s Teen Youth Summer Program is designed for performing artists seeking an intensive pre-professional musical theatre experience. New this year, ALL Teen YSP participants will attend our inaugural Broadway Bootcamp June 29 – July 1. This 3-day intensive will consist of master classes, ensemble building, and workshops to prepare them for show auditions that will take place on July 1 for both programs. Once each individual session begins, each day consists of full day rehearsals in choreography, music, acting, and staging for the final production. This immersive experience helps participants expand their understanding of comprehensive musical theatre techniques. Each session culminates with three performances of a full-scale Broadway musical on The Hanover Theatre’s main stage.

Please note, this is an intensive program which works at a fast pace and expects students to be flexible, adaptable, responsible, focused, and capable of handling a high sensory environment.

2026 Tuition

• $1,900 (Non-Refundable)

Application process

Qualifying Auditions

Participants must register to submit a qualifying audition video which is mandatory for consideration in the program. Videos are submitted through our online portal, Submittable. After reviewing all submissions, a select number of students will be accepted into the program. There is a non-refundable $25 application fee for the qualifying auditions for non-conservatory students. Once you have registered and paid the fee, the link to the portal will be sent to you. Audition videos are for admission into the program. Participants will audition again for the specific show during Broadway Bootcamp June 29 – July 1.

Active conservatory students received early audition registration access on Tuesday, February 3 at 12 PM. Registration opened to the public on Thursday, February 5 at 12 PM.

New this year! We are offering one day of vocal and dance audition coaching on February 18, 2026 with two members of our faculty. Students may sign up for one or both sessions. Each session consists of 35 minutes of coaching and 10 minutes of recording. Cost is $60 per session.

Required Application Materials on Submittable:

• Statement of purpose. Why do you want to participate in our Youth Summer Program? (under 500 words).
• A RECENT photo of your head and shoulders, as high-quality as possible.
• A one-page resume of your theatrical, vocal, and dance experience.
• Vocal Audition Video: 1 minute or less (or 32-bars), from the Broadway Musical Theatre canon of any era, age-range appropriate, ballad or up-tempo, that sits comfortably in your voice. Please use live or recorded accompaniment. A cappella is not acceptable. Make sure that you start singing at the beginning of the video and do not leave a long instrumental introduction. Ensure the sound quality of your recording is acceptable before submitting. Note: Use the vocal audition to showcase your acting abilities. Demonstrate character and stage presence. (This should not be a recording from a musical production or concert in which you’ve performed.)
• Dance Audition Video: On Submittable, you will find a link to a google folder with music and a piece of choreography. There will be three videos to choose from (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced). Please make the selection that will best showcase your abilities. You will be expected to learn this choreography and then submit a recording of your dancing. Ensure the lighting quality is good and that your full body (including feet) is in view throughout the duration of the video before submitting. If you don’t feel you have an appropriate amount of space at home, please use a school auditorium, gymnasium, studio, or outdoor space if necessary. Note: Use the dance audition to showcase your acting abilities as well. Don’t be afraid to be expressive and perform.
• Acting Audition: Please note that there is no separate acting audition submission. Your acting abilities will be assessed based on the character, expression, and performance quality demonstrated in both your vocal and dance videos.
  

Schedule

YSP Teen 1 Schedule

YSP Teen 2 Schedule

Session Auditions for Show

Auditions and casting for BOTH sessions will take place on July 1 of Broadway Bootcamp. Each session will audition separately. Participants will be notified of casting decisions for Session 1 on July 3 and for Session 2 on July 25. We aim to select shows that feature many male and female roles as well as an ensemble. All roles will be filled by participants of the Teen Youth Summer Program. Cast size will be 30-40. More information will be sent to registered students in early June.

About the Show

The Prom School Edition

Book and Lyrics by Chad Beguelin
Book by Bob Martin
Music by Matthew Sklar

THE PROM School Edition has been adapted from the original Broadway production. Song keys have been adjusted to sit more comfortably in the range of high school performers. In some cases, problematic language has been changed, while in others an alternate choice is offered at the discretion of the director.

Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue… and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to make a difference, the Broadway stars team up with the courageous student, leading to a transformation that brings everyone together in the name of love and acceptance.

The Prom School Edition is 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. theatricalrights.com

Meet Our Educators