Upside Arts Theatre Productions & Workshops for Ages 7 – Adult!
Upside Arts is a theatrical production company for Seacoast area youth and teens that aims to build confidence, sense of self, and empathy through thoughtful, original, and creative storytelling.
Founded in October 2018 by Miles Burns, Seraphina Caligiure, and Alden Caple, and with help from Joshua Goldberg and many parents and friends, we are thrilled to be working with the incredibly talented kids on the Seacoast.
2023/2024 Auditions
You know the deal, every year on the second day of February we eagerly await the appearance of a groundhog named Phil. As he makes his grand entrance we clamor with anticipation, eyes peering all about him in search of Phil’s all-knowing shadow. If we do see his shadow, we are in for six more weeks of miserable, cold winter. If we do not see his shadow, however, we are bequeathed an early spring… But what happens if Phil doesn’t show? Over the years Phil has grown to despise Groundhog Day, and this year he has finally reached his breaking point. This year for Groundhog Day, instead of doing what everyone else wants him to do, Phil is going to do what he wants to do because, after all, it is The Groundhog’s Day. Written and Directed by Miles Burns
OPEN TO AGES: 7-18
There is a $300 production fee to participate. Limited scholarships are available. This is a workshop process, with a focus on collaboration and the creative process. All actors will be cast!
AUDITIONS: Monday, November 27 (5 minute time slots, 4-6pm)
REHEARSALS: 4-6pm 3 days a week
PERFORMANCE: January 27 – February 4 at New Hampshire Theatre Project
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Please prepare part of a song to sing a cappella (no music) and a short poem or monologue to recite (something that shows character).
From musical theatre greats, Stephen Schwartz and John Caird, comes a joyous and inspirational musical about parents and children… not to mention centuries of unresolved family business! Adam, Eve, Noah and the “Father” who created them deal with the headstrong, cataclysmic actions of their respective children. The show ultimately delivers a bittersweet – but inspiring – message: that “the hardest part of love… is letting go.” Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz. Book by John Caird. Based on a concept by Charles Lisanby. Directed by Joshua Goldberg
OPEN TO AGES: 13-19
There is a $375 production fee to participate. Need based scholarships are available.
AUDITIONS: December TBD
REHEARSALS: Evenings starting Jan 2nd
PERFORMANCES: March 15-24 at New Hampshire Theatre Project
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: See here for more details on auditioning requirements.
Contact josh@theupsideartscompany.org with any questions.
Coming Soon – Learn More Here!
On a golden afternoon in 1862, Charles Dodgson- known forever to the world as Lewis Carroll- took Alice Liddell and her sisters for a boat ride and picnic, and “thus grew the tale of Wonderland.” Lost in Wonderland, Alice navigates the sometimes-frivolous-sometimes-frightening landscape, and the confusing space between childhood and adulthood that’s filled with madness, Jabberwockys, and impossible things. Will she ever find a way back to her golden afternoon, and finally discover an answer to the Caterpillar’s question, “Who are you?” Co-Produced by The Players’ Ring
Based on Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass by Lewis Carroll
Adapted and Directed by Miles Burns and Joshua Goldberg
Additional Music & Lyrics by Scott Hermenau and Lewis Carroll
OPEN TO AGES: 7 and up, including adults
AUDITIONS: March TBA
REHEARSALS: View the schedule here
PERFORMANCES: May 24 – June 2 at The Players’ Ring
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: TBA
Coming Soon – Learn More Here!
Based on the beloved A.A. Milne stories, Winnie the Pooh and all his Hundred Acre Woods pals come to life in this brand new musical adaptation. The “bear of very little brain” finds himself in all sorts of sticky situations, as even with the best of intentions his love for honey and rumbly tummy have a knack for getting him in trouble. But whether up a tree, running from heffalumps and woozles, or stuck in a tight spot, Pooh can always rely on his friends to get him sorted out again. Written and Directed by: Miles Burns & Joshua Goldberg
OPEN TO AGES: 7-18
There is a $300 production fee to participate. Limited scholarships are available. This is a workshop process, with a focus on collaboration and the creative process. All actors will be cast!
AUDITIONS: Week of 4/8 (5 minute time slots, 4-6pm)
REHEARSALS: View the schedule here
PERFORMANCE: May 25 – June 2 at The Players’ Ring
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: Please prepare part of a song to sing a cappella (no music) and a short poem or monologue to recite (something that shows character).
Coming Soon – Learn More Here!
Based on the seminal 1980 hit movie, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking and even a little romantic. Pushed to the boiling point, three female coworkers concoct a plan to get even with the sexist, egotistical, lying, hypocritical bigot they call their boss. In a hilarious turn of events, Violet, Judy and Doralee live out their wildest fantasy – giving their boss the boot! While Hart remains “otherwise engaged,” the women give their workplace a dream makeover, taking control of the company that had always kept them down. Hey, a girl can scheme, can’t she? Directed by Joshua Goldberg with Music Directed by Miles Burns
Music and Lyrics by Dolly Parton
Book by Patricia Resnick
Based on the Twentieth Century Fox film
OPEN TO AGES: 13-19
There is a $375 production fee to participate. Need based scholarships are available.
AUDITIONS: Week of 6/3
REHEARSALS: View the schedule here
PERFORMANCES: July 19–28 at New Hampshire Theatre Project
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS: TBA
Coming Soon – Learn More Here!
SUMMER 2024
Upside Arts offers local Day Camps (open to ages 7-17) and an Overnight Camp (open to ages 8-17) on the beautiful Worthley Pond at Camp North Star in Poland, ME! Registration is open for summer 2024. Learn more and sign up today!
Upside Arts
Portsmouth, NH
info@theupsideartscompany.org
