We produce several Main Stage and Second Stage shows each year. Main Stage shows are produced by the program as extracurricular activities. These shows are done with full support for technical aspects. The auditions and crews for these shows are open to all students. Second Stage shows are typically student produced and driven. This includes budgets, casting, technical needs, etc. Special events include any outside group, such as the University of Texas, or culminating events like the End-of-Year Exhibition.

main stage shows

BEEHIVE: The 60s Girl Group Musical (September 17-27) - Seven wailing women, a hot six-piece band, 50 outrageous costumes and wigs and 15 cans of hairspray a week can only mean one thing — BEEHIVE, The 60's Musical Sensation is coming. BEEHIVE is a high-energy musical revue tracing the coming of age of women’s music through 37 popular hits of the girl groups and solo singers of the 1960’s. The Chiffons, The Supremes, Tina Turner, and Aretha Franklin are just some of the 60’s pop stars portrayed by the super talented cast. Hear such favorites as My Boyfriend’s Back, One Fine Day, Where the Boys Are, Downtown, Proud Mary, (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman, and Respect.

THE MAGIC FIRE (October 15-18) - Under the direction of former theatre teacher and beloved social studies teacher Mr. Bill Staples, THE MAGIC FIRE concerns a family of Italian immigrants in the Buenos Aires of the 1950s at the time of the death of Eva Perón. The father, Otto Berg, himself a refugee from Nazi Austria, and his family find themselves trapped in the fascist system of Juan Perón's regime, and once again retreat, taking private refuge in books, music, theatre and the arts. Their next-door neighbor, Henri Fontannes, a high-ranking officer in the Peronist army, is most likely involved in secret police activity in which enemies of the state are known to "disappear." He and his wife, Angelica, share with the Bergs the geographical location of their living quarters and an ardent love for the arts. When the reality of the political situation enters the Bergs' own apartment (their maid's brother is in hiding there), they are forced to confront their ethical choices—morals and politics in place of art, and Fontannes becomes the only man who can help them.

JUNGALBOOK (December 3-6, Th-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2p) - A play, a strikingly visual story, and a powerful message all wrapped into one. The show's theme of "one blood you and me" reminds us that we are connected in everything we do.

EVITA (February 25-March 7 Th-Sat @ 7p, Sun @ 2p) - Oh what a circus! Oh what a show! Winner of seven Tony Awards®, EVITA brings to life the dynamic, larger-than-life persona of Eva Perón, wife of former Argentine dictator, Juan Perón. Blessed with charisma, Eva Perón captivated a nation by championing the working class. This exuberant production creates a gripping theatrical experience and features Andrew Lloyd Webber's compelling Latin, pop and jazz influenced score. One of the most popular collaborations between Webber and Tim Rice, this legendary musical features the memorable song "Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina."

ON TOUR! Student Repertory (April 22-23 @ 7pm) - As has been the tradition, MacTheatre’s fills its spring with a repertory of student directed and/or written works. This year’s theme, ON TOUR!, is intended to create opportunities for students to learn the mechanics of taking a show on the road. They will each find a location, find a play that fits that location, and do all the leg work to successfully produce a piece of theatre. Come see these young artists take over the McCallum stage as they cast, design, and direct these shows and perform them at home for two nights only. Plays and schedule will be announced in Spring 2010.

SALVAGE VANGUARD THEATRE CoProduction (May TBA) - Through our new playwriting class, we'll pick and develop an original work to be produced in conjunction with Salvage Vanguard Theatre and directed by their Artistic Director, Jenny Larson.

second stage shows

ONE ACT MUSICAL (Dec 11-12 @ 7p) - Another adventure down T@MFAA's path toward a Musical Theatre major, check out DISNEY's HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL JR., the singing, dancing, basketball playing, cake baking, science quiz bowl winning, unstoppable cultural phenomenon. This show will be produced, directed, and run by students. Each night will also include a revue of Gilbert and Sullivan's greatest hits, performed by the Wildcat Choir!TWO NIGHTS ONLY!

special events

FASHION SHOW (January 16) - Our annual exposition of student designs coupled with boutique wears makes this student run event our most sought after ticket of all our shows. Make sure to check it out!

END OF YEAR EXPO! Theatre Academy students at all levels participate in an end of year event to present their final projects. These often include scenes, monologue work, devised pieces, and portfolio presentations.