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50 S Main St
Marion, NC 28762

(828) 652 - 8610
​[email protected]


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MEAN GIRLS JR.

PERFORMANCES APRIL 25, 26, 27 & MAY 2, 3, 4 
FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS AT 7PM - SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS AT 2PM

Adapted from Tina Fey's 2004 blockbuster film and the Broadway smash hit, 
Mean Girls JR. is a fearless musical about chasing popularity and being true to yourself!
​Recommended for audiences 6th grade and older. 

Live Professional American Sign Language Interpretation Services will be provided at the May 3rd 2pm performance. 

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About McDowell Children's Theatre

 McDowell Children's Theatre (MCT) is a program for McDowell County kiddos ages K-12. Our program charges no fees, registrations, or tuition to participate. We offer both performance and technical programs for 27 weeks of the year. Ticket sales, program ads, and community donations pay for our sets, costumes, makeup, tools, scripts, royalties, and all program supplies.

* If purchasing tickets (for family) to see a show, just reach out 828-559-1404. 
* MCT is dedicated to accessible programming. If your student has a 504 plan, an IEP, disability, or just needs a little extra support, just let us know so we offer them the best experience. 


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VISIT OUR MCT PHOTO GALLERY HERE
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Our Next Show

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Finding Nemo KIDS
​Grades K-12

Camp Dates: June 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 23, 24, 25, 26 (1-4pm)
Show Dates: June 27th (7pm), 28th (2pm & 7pm), 29th (2pm) 
Strike Dates: July 1 & 2 from 4-6pm
register

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Page to Stage
Grades 6-12

Camp Dates: July 7, 8, 9, 10 (11-4pm)
Show Dates: July 11th (7pm), 12th (2pm & 7pm), 13th (2pm) 
Strike Dates: July 15 & 16 from 4-6pm
register

Beetlejuice Jr

Address: McDowell Arts Council Association (MACA) 
50 S Main St. 
Marion, NC 28752
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Our 2025 Season

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Spring 2025
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Summer 2025
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Summer 2025
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Fall 2025

AUDITION FAQ

FAQ

Q: Who can audition or sign up for tech?
A: Any McDowell County youth 6th through 12th Grade

Q: How much does it cost?
A: There is no enrollment, participation, or materials fees.
It is 100% free. We may ask you to provide some basic costume pieces
​(example: black pants/shirt) but we will provide them if necessary. 

Q: What funds this program?
A: Ticket sales! Buy a ticket to the show and tell all your friends.
We are a non-profit program under the umbrella of McDowell Arts Council Association, a 501c3 organization. 

Q: What is the play about?
A: You can learn more about Mean Girls Jr. HERE
You can learn more about Finding Nemo Jr HERE
You can learn more about Beetlejuice Jr HERE

Q: Who can I audition for?
A: HERE is a list of the characters 

Q: What do I bring to auditions?
A: A parent or guardian, a prepared song, and be prepared to spend at least 45 minutes at auditions. 

Q: What do I need to do to prepare a song?
A: Be prepared to sing at least one verse of a song with the accompaniment track (karaoke track) that can connect to our Bluetooth speaker. You can also perform acapella or with an instrument if you wish. We recommend songs that show off your voice and range, like musical theatre songs. If you wish to be part of ensemble you may choose not to audition with a song.

Q: What do I need to do to sign up for tech? 
A: Bring a parent/guardian, fill out a few forms, and pick up a calendar on audition days! Tech may arrive as early as 2 pm.

Q: What does tech do?
A: Tech makes props, builds the sets, designs the costumes, and makes the creative design choices for the show. Pre-show we work on set and costumes, during show we work on lights, sound, and backstage roles.

Q: Who runs this program? 
A: The director/choreographer is Susan Pyatt-Baker, the musical director is Nora Mosrie, and the technical director is Anna Branam. There may also be high-school interns supporting the show throughout the semester. 




Who we are (the grown-ups)

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Susan Pyatt-Baker, Director and Choreographer 
[email protected]
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Nora Mosrie, Music Director 
​[email protected]
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Anna Branam, Technical Director 
[email protected] 

Biscuit, Stage Manager 
​Instagram @mcdowellarts
Contact Information

Susan and Anna are also employees of McDowell Arts Council Association.
Regular office hours are Tuesday through Friday from 12 to 5pm and Saturdays from 11 to 4pm.
​Please contact us to schedule an appointment. 

MACA Office Number:
(828) 652-8610
Google Number (Text-Accessible):
(828) 559-1401

Our Location:
McDowell Arts Council Association
50 S Main St.
Marion NC 28752

Our Mailing Address: 
McDowell Arts Council Association
PO Box 1387
Marion NC 28752

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McDowell Arts Council Association

The arts are for everyone.

MCDOWELL ARTS COUNCIL ASSOCIATION
​Tuesday through Friday 12-5pm • Saturdays 11-4pm
​All other times by appointment.
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Street Address: 50 S MAIN ST MARION NC
Mailing Address: PO BOX 1387

Phone Number: 828-652-8610
Text Accessible Google Number: 828-559-1404
Email Address: [email protected]

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McDowell Arts Council Association acknowledges that we live and work on occupied land. McDowell County is the native territory of the Catawba and Cherokee people.
  • home
  • 2025 calendar
  • about
  • gallery
  • programs
    • art club for idd adults
    • beyond 1842
    • chapters scrapbooking club
    • grants
    • micropolitan film festival
    • mcdowell children's theatre
    • partners
    • projects
    • shop
    • news
    • (year round) resources
    • (helene) community resources
    • visit
    • voz artistica
  • donate ❤️
  • accessibility
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