Under the direction of Mr. Adam Brooks, the Elk County Council on the Arts Summer Theater Camp will present Junie B. Jones The Musical JR., a 60-minute student version of the witty and charming show featuring a book and lyrics by Marcy Heisler and music by Zina Goldrich, which was adapted from the Junie B. Jones series of best-selling books by Barbara Park on Friday, June 17, 2022.

It's Junie B.'s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie's friend, Lucille, doesn't want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Also, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard and her teacher, Mr. Scary, thinks she may need glasses. Throw in a friendly cafeteria lady, a kickball tournament, and a Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal, and first grade has never been more exciting.

Summer Theater Camp is a weeklong experience for youth entering grade 3 in the fall of 2022, through this spring’s graduating seniors. Camp will be held Monday, June 13 through Friday, June 17 at the St. Marys Area High School.

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The public is welcome to join us for the performance of Junie B. Jones The Musical JR. on Friday, June 17 at 7PM at the St. Marys Area High School Carpin Auditorium. Doors open at 6:30PM. Admission is free. Donations at the door are appreciated but not required.

A word from Mr. Brooks regarding casting and auditions:
The musical, Junie B. Jones, is completely based on the book series by Barbara Park which I am sure most of our children are familiar with. Regarding casting the musical: there is a place for everyone who auditions and attends the camp. There are solos, duets, speaking parts, ensembles parts... it's a standard musical meant for everyone.

I really want to cast the character Junie B. Jones as a younger, elementary or middle school actor. This will add to the effect that all characters are meant to be in the elementary grades. Same with her "friends". This will be your time to shine! There are certainly roles for older students as teachers, parents, and ensemble members. I want lots of singers and dancers for the big scenes and definitely need the leadership of older students. I will send out an audition night soon (videos are also welcome) for those interested in speaking/solo roles.

Email me if you have any questions at abrooks@smasd.org