Performances February 5-6, 2027
The Grand | Ritz Theater, Escondido CA
Director: Rayne Gonzalez
Choreographer: Taylor Gonzalez
Music Director: Amalea Ribeiro and BJ Robinson
Auditions are not required for participation in this Scripps Theatre Arts production
Audition Details
Date: November 17-18, 2026
Ages 4-19
Participation Fee: $525 per student
Audition signups are now part of registration through the CircleUp link
There is a finite number of audition spots - sign up early.
To audition:
Prepare a one-minute song cut of your choice. Instrumental music ONLY - no lyrics and no acapella.
Audition Location:
Jerabek Elementary
10050 Avenida Magnifica
San Diego, CA 92131 (Scripps Ranch)
Callbacks
By invitation only
November 19, 2026, 6:00-8:30
(Auditioners will be notified of their callback time. Plan to be there the whole time.)
Callbacks Location:
Jerabek Elementary
10050 Avenida Magnifica
San Diego, CA 92131 (Scripps Ranch)
Prior to the day of auditions:
1 - Register at Register for STA's production of Matilda JR
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Be sure to enter all of your conflicts in this form. Conflict schedules are critical to the success of the production so be hones
2 - Take (and print) your headshot photo to bring to your audition
3 - Prepare for your song - accompaniment (karaoke) tracks only, no acapella, starting at the 60-second cut that you plan to sing. Download the song to your device BEFORE you arrive for your audition.
4 - Bring these two forms, completed, to your audition:
5 - Pay Participation Fee (due by the first rehearsal)
The day of auditions:
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Bring a headshot.
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Print and complete the following form and bring to the audition (REQUIRED):
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Sing a one-minute song cut of your choice. Bring INSTRUMENTAL music downloaded to an electronic device - NO ACAPELLA auditions.
Not quite ready to audition? No problem! Register by December 4th to be included in the cast:
Email info @ scrippstheatrearts.com with any questions.
Rehearsal schedule
*Actors are NOT called for all rehearsals*
Rehearsals will be generally be held on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays
November 24 - January 30
Weekdays are 6:00-8:30pm, Saturdays 9:30am-2:30pm
at Jerabek Elementary in Scripps Ranch
Tech Week and Performances
Tech Week (at The Grand | Ritz): February 1-4, 2027
Performances (at The Grand | Ritz): February 5-6, 2027
REHEARSAL ARE MANDATORY January 26 - February 4, 2027
There is a $525 fee to participate, due at the first rehearsal. This fee goes towards the costs of licensing rights, set building, props and costumes.
This fee DOES NOT cover the costs of the theater. Ticket sales cover the cost of the theater.
The Participation Fee is NON-REFUNDABLE.
Parents are expected to volunteer in various capacities: set building, backstage assistance, ticket and concession sales, etc.
Matilda JR is presented through a special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI).