Stage Struck
Registration now open!
PM&L Theatre is pleased to announce that registration is now open for our Summer productions!
This program allows youth of all ages to participate in a real theatrical production with the goal of enriching their lives with unique experiences. The program culminates with live performances in July 2025.
Backstage positions are available as well for working on stage crew, assisting with creation of props or working in tech booth on sound, lights and projections.
Sign up for the wait list to be notified when registration opens for our Summer program, as spots are limited!
About The Productions
Summer 2025
- The Addams Family Young@Part
- Open to ages 12 – 18.
Production Dates – July 10 – July 13, 2025
- The Wizard of Oz Youth Edition
- Open to ages 7 – 18.
Production Dates – July 24 – July 27, 2025
- Rapunzel
- Open to ages 7 – 18.
Production Dates – July 24 – 27, 2025
- Mean Girls High School Edition
- Open to ages 14 – 18.
Production Dates – September 5 – September 28, 2025
About PM&L
As stated in the preamble to our bylaws:
The purposes for which the corporation is organized are: to promote the fine arts by producing plays, art exhibits, music concerts, musical comedies and instructing the same. PM&L, Inc. does not discriminate against any prospective member or participant because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service.
Production Details
Ages 12-18
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, A musical comedy! Wednesday Addams, known for her love of darkness, has fallen in love with a sweet man from a seemingly respectable and ordinary family. As Wednesday falls in love, family members begin to find out, forcing Gomez, her father, to keep a secret from his love, Morticia. Meanwhile, Pugsley and Grandma scheme and Uncle Fester relates by finding a love of his own. Everything will change on the dreadful night the Addams host a dinner for Wednesday’s boyfriend and his ‘normal’ family. What could go wrong?
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Young@Part® is the authorized 60-minute edition of the Broadway musical for elementary and middle schools, and youth theatres. The Young@Part® musicals are carefully crafted through a series of workshops with industry professionals and young performers. Song keys are adjusted where necessary, and songs and scenes are edited for time and content, all while preserving the essence of the original Broadway production.
Ages 12-18
THE ADDAMS FAMILY, a comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, features an original story and it’s every father’s nightmare: Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family – a man her parents have never met. And if that wasn’t upsetting enough, Wednesday confides in her father and begs him not to tell her mother. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before – keep a secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s “normal” boyfriend and his parents.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY Young@Part® is the authorized 60-minute edition of the Broadway musical for elementary and middle schools, and youth theatres. The Young@Part® musicals are carefully crafted through a series of workshops with industry professionals and young performers. Song keys are adjusted where necessary, and songs and scenes are edited for time and content, all while preserving the essence of the original Broadway production.
- GOMEZ ADDAMS
- MORTICIA ADDAMS
- UNCLE FESTER
- GRANDMA
- WEDNESDAY ADDAMS
- PUGSLEY ADDAMS
- LURCH
- MAL BEINEKE
- ALICE BEINEKE
- LUCAS BEINEKE
- THE ADDAMS ANCESTORS
Ages 7-18
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition is a one-hour adaptation of The Wizard of Oz, specially tailored for elementary and middle school-aged actors.
L. Frank Baum’s beloved story of a young girl’s adventure in a magical land has been entertaining audiences for over a century. MGM’s blockbuster 1939 film adaptation, featuring the timeless songs of Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg, along with the brilliant instrumental music of Herbert Stothart, elevated the popular novel to even greater heights. This stage adaptation, featuring the characters and celebrated songs from the film, brings the wondrous Land of Oz to life in a jubilant theatrical experience.
Join Dorothy and her loyal companion Toto as they “Follow the Yellow Brick Road” through the Land of Oz, determined to reach the Emerald City, where the great and powerful Wizard of Oz will help them get home. Of course, along the way, Dorothy encounters witches (both good and bad), Munchkins, talking trees and winged monkeys. But most importantly, she befriends three unique characters: a Scarecrow with no brain, a Tin Man with no heart, and a Lion with no “nerve.” Their journey to happiness – and self-awareness – is a glowing testament to friendship, understanding and hope in a world filled with both beauty and ugliness.
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition — Cast List
DOROTHY GALE – A sweet, innocent young lady who has a streak of boldness. She lives on a farm with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry but dreams of escaping to a far-off place where she does not get into so much trouble. She and her dog, Toto, are inseparable. She is a bit outspoken and headstrong, but dearly loves her family and friends. (Range: G3-D#5/opt. Ab5)
AUNT EM – A typical hard-working farmer’s wife. Although she is consumed by her responsibilities, underneath it all she cares very much for Dorothy’s feelings and well-being. Aunt Em must be able to show both her strong side and her softer side. (Range: G3-Bb4)
UNCLE HENRY – The owner of the farm and Aunt Em’s husband. He adores Dorothy, but it is clear that Aunt Em is much more in charge of Dorothy’s upbringing.
HUNK (SCARECROW) – One of three farmhands who offers Dorothy advice about how to deal with Miss Gulch. (Range: Ab3-E5)
ZEKE (LION) – Another farmhand who talks to Dorothy about her problems, advising her to just “have a little courage.” His Oz alter ego, the Lion, is lacking courage. Although he will act tough from time to time, his true fearful self comes out in any scary situation. (Range: Ab3-F5)
HICKORY (TIN MAN) – The third farmhand, and his Oz alter ego is the Tin Man, who lacks a heart. The Tin Man is kind, sweet and nurturing. (Range: Ab3-D#5)
MISS GULCH (WICKED WITCH OF THE WEST) – A well-off neighbor who is cold-hearted and hates Toto for getting into her yard. In Oz, the same actress plays the Wicked Witch of the West, who wants revenge on Dorothy.
TOTO – Dorothy’s beloved dog. When the action takes place in Kansas, Toto can be played by a puppet that is manipulated by an actor. (Range: Ab3-D5)
PROFESSOR MARVEL (WIZARD, OZ’S VOICE) – A traveling salesman whose career of the moment is fortune telling. The audience should get the idea that he is a bit of a con man; however, he has a good heart. DOORMAN – The Doorman of Emerald City is a comical character who tries to be tough but turns into a “softy.”
GUARD – Acts similarly to the Doorman, changing from harshness to sympathy upon hearing Dorothy cry.
GLINDA – The Good Witch of the North who guides Dorothy in her journey through Oz. She should have a delicate, graceful manner and a lovely voice. (Range: G3-D5)
MUNCHKINS – The little people who live in Munchkindland, the place in Oz where Dorothy’s house has landed. The Munchkins have a child-like innocence, and they are full of joy and enthusiasm as they celebrate their newfound freedom. (Range: Bb3-F5)
JITTERBUGS – A small group of dancers who have been sent by the Wicked Witch to out-dance Dorothy. (Range: C#4-Eb5, w/ optional A3)
WINGED MONKEYS – The Wicked Witch’s animal army.
NIKKO – The leader of the Winged Monkeys who has a small speaking part.
WINKIE GUARDS – A group of the Wicked Witch’s guards. (Range: B3-G4, w/ optional upper split up to G5)
LEADER OF THE WINKIES – The leader of the Wicked Witch’s guards.
THE OZIANS – The people who live in Emerald City. Like the Munchkins, the Ozians have a few nice features. (Range: Bb3-Eb5)
TORNADO ROLES:
Lady in Rocking Chair
Rowboat Man #1
Rowboat Man #2
Cow
FEATURED ROLES IN MUNCHKINLAND:
Munchkin #1
Munchkin #2
Mayor of Munchkin City (Range: Bb3-F5)
Barrister (Range: C4-D5)
City Father #1
City Father #2
Coroner (Range: Bb3-D5)
Three Tots (Range: B3-E5)
Three Tough Kids (Range: C4-D5)
JOURNEY TO OZ ROLES:
Crows
Apple Tree #1
Apple Tree #2
Apple Tree #3
OZIAN ROLES:
Optimistic Voices (Range: 3-part harmonies from D4-G5)
Cat
Oz WomanENSEMBLE: VOCAL RANGE OCTAVE: For performers with developed voices in the T/B range, assume the above range requirements to be 8va.
Ages 7-18
Rene Shwartzbuckle is cuckoo for a turnip-like vegetable called rapunzel. When she spots a mouth-watering patch of the plant in Witch Izwitch’s garden, she sends her husband Walt out to ’borrow’ some. Witch Izwitch is certainly not amused! With her diabolical henchmen, the Glumpwarts, she terrorizes Walt into promising her his firstborn child in exchange for his freedom. We then jump ahead many years to Rapunzel (now you know where the name comes from!) Shwartzbuckle’s 18th birthday. The witch and the Glumpwarts show up as promised and whisk poor, innocent Rapunzel away to a tower in the forest. From here, a boisterously entertaining rescue attempt begins! (The technical aspects of ’hair climbing’ are handled quite simply.) Can Prince Llewellyn persevere over the powers of evil? Filled with plenty of action and fresh, hysterical characters (such as the sages Parsley, Rosemary and Thyme!), this show gives a new twist to an old story and a gentle message about the nature of beauty.
WALTER SHWARTZBUCKLE
father of Rapunzel, a nice guy
RENE SHWARTZBUCKLE
his persnickety wife
THE GLUMPWARTS
the witch’s diabolical henchmen, odd, weird, and missing
WITCH IZWITCH
a typical old crone, mean and nasty
KING ZEEK FURADAY
overcompensating, but decent
QUEEN PETUNIA FURADAY
his wife, a bit scatterbrained
PRINCE BUMPUS
another son, a Mr. Universe wannabe
PRINCE MARKIE
another son, a financial wiz
PRINCE LLEWELLYN
younger brother, nerdy son with a great imagination
RAPUNZEL SHWARTZBUCKLE
beautiful but feisty
THREE SAGES: PARSLEY, ROSEMARY, THYME
goofy-looking, blind, not practical
THREE SISTERS: SIR SQUASHY, SIR ROOT, SIR NASEUM
big, strong, but lacking intelligence
CARA, CRAM, SPAM
completely cuckoo
THREE EXTRAS
attendants
Ages 14-18
CONTENT ADVISORY – StageStruck’s Production of Mean Girls: High School Edition
Parents, before signing up your young performer, please be aware that Mean Girls: High School Edition retains the themes, songs, and dialogue from the Broadway production. The “High School Edition” label simply means that all cast members will be under 18—it does not indicate content changes.
The show includes mature themes, strong language, and discussions of bullying, social dynamics, and relationships, all of which align with the original Broadway version. We strongly encourage parents to familiarize themselves with the material before registering.
Please note: No refunds will be given once casting is complete.
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.
Adapted from Fey’s hit 2004 film, Mean Girls was nominated for a staggering 12 Tony Awards. This queen-bee took Broadway by storm and has joined the musical in-crowd. And now, so can you with Mean Girls High School Version!
Character Breakdown
A new junior at North Shore High School, Cady grew up in Africa and was homeschooled by her wildlife biologist parents. She is warm, bright, and strong enough to take on The Plastics. Is the emotional heart of our story.
Regina is the Queen Bee of the Plastics. When she shines her light on you, you feel like the most important person in the world. When that light goes cold, you want to die. She is regal, still, and “hot”, but at her most vulnerable moments, she is just a kid in over her head.
An “Art Freak” and social outcast, Janis is not afraid to be weird or make others uncomfortable. She paints herself as an objective observer, but, like so many of us, she longs to avenge the devastating events of eighth grade.
Outgoing and an active member of the student activities committee, Damian is a fiercely loyal friend to Janis and they have the close rapport of a comedy team.
One of the Plastics. Desperate to please Regina and to maintain her position in the Plastics, Gretchen is a nervous wreck. She is a “banker” meaning she befriends people to “bank” their secrets so she can trade them later for her own benefit. Her fragility at times is heartbreaking.
One of the Plastics. Although her intellect and personality never had a chance tto develop, Karen is essentially kind, relaxed, and a generous laugher.
Aaron
A cute boy with a good moral compass and a backbone. He’s not immune to all the female attention he gets, but he’s not going to let himself be a pawn in their chess game either. Broadway and pop tenor.
Mrs. Heron is Cady’s intellectual mom who can’t understand why her daughter is devolving before her eyes. Ms. Norbury is Cady’s world-weary Calculus teacher who pushes Cady to be her smartest self. Mrs. George is Regina’s “cool mom.” She’s desperate to look young and feel like one of the teens. She’s also desperate for Regina not to repeat her mistakes. Great singer. Distinctly defines these three characters. Eclectic Broadway vocal mix.
The principal of North Shore High. Mr. Duvall may have once taught computers at Joliet penitentiary, but nothing prepared him for the harsh realities of out-of-control junior girls. Funny and a strong singer.
Kevin is the extremely driven captain of the North Shore Mathletes. He is a confident student and a decent rapper.
Age: 15 to 18
Additional Audition Information
Audition Notes
Each child should prepare a song from the set of songs provided for the production they are registered for, and should be prepared to read along with one of the scene selections. Memorization, while not required, is strongly recommended. Please be prepared to audition emphasizing your use of voice, facial expressions, and your understanding of the character and material. We encourage parents or other responsible adults to talk about the audition process with their child(ren). Please make sure to set expectations: not every child will be able to receive a lead / supporting role, but every role is crucial to the telling of the story. Auditions will be held in half hour blocks with small groups of children.
Audition Scheduling
- After registering, you will receive an email directing you to complete your child’s audition form.
- After completing your audition form you will be emailed a link to schedule your audition. It is important you use this link in order to schedule your proper audition time slot.
- Your registration email will also include a link to all materials needed for your audition.
Thank you for your interest in StageStruck!
At this time, if the production you're interested in has reached full capacity don’t lose heart, spots do occasionally open up. If you'd like to be contacted in the event that space becomes available, please join our official waitlist here:
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This is the form we’ll use to reach out directly if an opportunity arises, so be sure to fill it out if you'd like to be considered. While we can't make any guarantees, we’re always cheering for more young stars to shine Live on Main Street.
Thank you for supporting community theatre and for your enthusiasm for StageStruck—we truly appreciate it!
PM&L StageStruck Team
Crew - ages 10 - 18
Addams Family Cast - ages 12 - 18
The Wizard of Oz Cast - ages 7 - 18
Rapunzel Cast - ages 7-18
Mean Girls Cast - ages 14 - 18 and entering High School
A link will be provided after registration to fill out an audition form. Once that is complete you will receive an email sign up for an audition slot. NOTE: Rapunzel auditions will be held during the first rehearsal. Any student only registered for this show does not need an audition slot.
All registered participants will receive a role appropriate for their unique abilities.
All those interested in a singing role should prepare one of the music selections. There are non singing roles as well and no one has to sing solo but those who do not sing will not be considered for a solo role.
Additional details regarding songs and scenes will be in the Audition Packet provided after registration.
Each child is encouraged to choose and practice a character in one of the audition sides. They should familiarize themselves with all the sides as they may be asked to read any character, but they will have the opportunity to read the character/side they practiced.
Those interested in a singing solo should prepare a music selection and will have the opportunity to sing it by themselves at the audition.
Auditions will be held in groups based on age range. Those aged 7-11 will audition separately from those ages 12-18. Auditions for ages 7-11 will be in a more relaxed group setting, and those 12-18 will be more of a traditional audition in a group setting.
Each participant will sing the song they prepared and we will end with cold readings from the provided sides. Each participant will have a chance to read the side they practiced.
Roles will be communicated to all participants by email.
- There will be a parent meeting and audition workshop on Saturday, April 12 at PM&L Theatre from 9-12.
- Auditions for The three Summer productions will be by appointment, on April 28, 29 and 30. You only need to attend one of these dates.
- Callbacks for Addams Family will be held on Thursday May 8.
- Callbacks for Wizard of Oz will be held on Saturday May 10.
Roles will be communicated to all participants by email.
All registered participants will be cast.
Mean Girls will audition June 7 from 9am to 1pm and June 8 from 6pm to 9pm.
StageStruck Summer 2025 Registration Fees
- The Addams Family (Young@Part Edition) – Musical – $200
- The Wizard of Oz (Youth Edition) – Musical – $200
- Rapunzel (Pioneer Drama Edition) – Play – $75
- Mean Girls (High School Version) – Musical – $225
- Crew/Tech – for Wizard of Oz & Rapunzel – $25
- Crew/Tech – for Addams Family – $25
- Crew/Tech – for Mean Girls – $25
Discounts Available
- $25 discount for PM&L members and returning students (applies to individual registration fees, not tech crew).
- Combo Discounts for multiple summer shows (excluding Mean Girls):
- The Addams Family + The Wizard of Oz – $350 (before member/returning student discount)
- Rapunzel + either musical (Addams Family OR Wizard of Oz) – $250 (before member/returning student discount)
No discounts apply to tech crew registration.
The registration fee covers all materials needed for the production, including scripts, costumes, set materials, props, etc. Each student will also receive a production t-shirt and one complementary ticket to one performance. (Mean Girls will include four comp tickets per student)
Actors may be asked to provide basic costume pieces from home, such as shoes, socks/hosiery, jeans/shorts, etc, as well as other personal items, such as hair accessories and make-up. Any specialty items for costuming will be provided by the theatre.
Yes! If your child is between the ages of 10 and 18 and interested in lights, sound, props, set painting, stage management, choreography or helping backstage, please sign up for the "tech" class or reach out using the red "Contact Us" button.
Rehearsals will be scheduled for Monday-Thursday evenings approximately 6:00-9:00 and Saturday Mornings as needed 9-12 as needed.
Our rehearsal schedule is created based on participant conflict, so please share detailed conflicts when completing your child's audition form.
Not all actors will be called for the duration of every rehearsal.
We will do our best to work around conflicts, so please disclose all known conflicts on your audition form. The rehearsal schedule will be created with conflicts in mind, so knowing this in advance will help the production team make the best use of everyone's time. Excessive absences may result in a role being re-cast.
Refunds are available until the cast list is posted. Once auditions and/or casting have been completed, there are no refunds.
We welcome parent volunteers! If you have a particular talent or area of interest, please let us know.
Yes, during times where there are multiple productions, you are welcome to sign your child up for as many productions as they would like to participate in. The directors of all productions will work closely together to coordinate rehearsals.
No, you are not required to stay during rehearsals. Please do be on time dropping off and picking up your student(s).
No, you are not required to stay during auditions, in fact parents will not be allowed to be in the room when their student is auditioning. We have found that it generally makes students more nervous. Please do be on time dropping off and picking up your student(s).
Mean Girls is a stand alone program only. You may register for Mean Girls and other productions, but there is no bundle.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. Thank you for supporting your young performer and our StageStruck program!
The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition is presented with permission form Concord Theatricals.
The Addams Family Young@Part is presented with permission from Theatrical Rights Worldwide.
Rapunzel is presented with permission from Pioneer Drama
Mean Girls: High School Version is presented with permission from Music Theatre International
StageStruck Waiting List
PM&L presents a Youth Theatre program every summer. By signing up for our StageStruck mailing list you will get emails with important program details as soon as they are available. This mailing list is not used for any other purpose.
