Announcing Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. in Penetanguishene
The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy is proud to present 100 years of Disney magic with a BRAND-NEW musical revue created by the Disney On Broadway team that invites young performers to explore the dreams that live inside all of us!
Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. is a 60-minute, high-energy production that follows a group of eager new recruits on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. As they embark on a journey of discovery, they learn how dreams – both big and small – can unite, inspire, and make the impossible possible.
Featuring a thrilling blend of timeless classics, contemporary hits, and fresh medleys, this heartfelt revue will delight Disney fans of every generation and aligns perfectly with The Drayton Entertainment Youth Academy’s mission to empower youth through bravery and belonging.
Together, 24 talented students will dive into a rehearsal process filled with heart, humour, and high-energy choreography. With bold numbers like I Just Can’t Wait To Be King, powerful anthems like How Far I’ll Go and Just Around the Riverbend, and showstoppers like Be Our Guest, Friend Like Me, and Hakuna Matata, performers will grow as vocalists, storytellers, and ensemble members.
From emotional ballads like Part of Your World, Out There, and When You Wish Upon A Star to uplifting finales like Go The Distance and You’ve Got A Friend In Me, this revue reminds us that A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes—and it’s one worth chasing.
Mark your calendars:
Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. will take the stage for two performances on September 5th, 2026, at the King’s Wharf Theatre in Penetanguishene, with a potential additional third performance on the morning of September 5th, based on ticket sales.
This opportunity is ideal for students seeking advanced-level musical theatre training in a professional setting.
Let Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. be where your performing dreams come true.
Program Dates: August 24th to September 5th, 2026
Ages: 10 – 18
Cost: $550 + HST
Audition Date: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Audition Time: 5:00pm – 7:00pm (registration begins at 4:30pm)
Audition Location: Penetanguishene Memorial Community Centre
For schedule, please see dropdown below.
Why join the Advanced Musical Theatre Company
- Professional-Level Training: Participants receive 60 hours of advanced instruction in musical theatre, mirroring the standards and expectations of the professional stage.
- Performance Experience: Students will rehearse and perform in a full-scale production on a professional stage, enhancing their stage presence and confidence.
- Mentorship by Industry Professionals: Working under the direction of Chad McNamara, and with the support of industry professional guest artists, this program offers students expert guidance and insight into the world of professional theatre.
- Collaborative Environment: The program fosters teamwork and community, with two ensembles working toward a shared artistic goal.
- Creative Growth: Young performers are encouraged to explore their artistic voice, take creative risks, and develop as well-rounded performers.
- Resume & Skill Building: Participants leave with a major production credit, improved technical skills, and valuable audition experience for future opportunities.
Rehearsal and Performance Schedule
*SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
About the Show
Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. is a 60-minute musical revue that follows an eager group of trainees on their first day at a fictional Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. As the group sets out to help each other discover their dreams, they work together to explore the power of dreams to unite, inspire, and make anything possible. Drawing from a century of beloved Disney films, Dare to Dream JR. features songs appearing for the first time ever in a Disney stage musical, including fan-favorites from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II. This musical revue is a thrilling mix of contemporary songs, timeless classics, and brand-new medleys that are sure to surprise and delight Disney lovers of all ages.
Dare to Dream Jr. Song List
- A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes
- Be Our Guest
- When You Wish Upon A Star / A Dream Is A Wish Your Heart Makes (Reprise)
- How Far I’ll Go / Part of Your World
- Just Around the Riverbend / Out There
- I Just Can’t Wait To Be King
- Surface Pressure
- Let It Go
- Friend Like Me
- You’ve Got A Friend In Me
- Dig A Little Deeper
- Try Everything
- Go The Distance
- When I Am Older
- Hakuna Matata / Bare Necessities
- Nonsense Medley
- Remember Me
- I’ve Got A Dream
Preparing for your Audition
Auditions will be held at the Penetanguishene Memorial Community Centre (61 Maria St, Penetanguishene) on Wednesday, March 18.
Registration: 4:30pm
Audition: 5:00pm – 7:00pm
The audition process will include:
- Learning a section of choreography as a group
- Singing a portion of the material below as a solo audition
What to bring to your audition:
- Up-to-date resume
- Include any performance experience, vocal/dance/acting classes taken, or special skills you’d like us to know about!
- Up-to-date headshot
- This doesn’t have to be fancy—we just need to be able to put names to faces once the audition has finished. A recent school photo or quick close-up taken at home is perfect!
- Printed copy of the Youth Audition Form – download here
- Clothes you can move in
- Indoor sneakers/dance shoes
Audition Material
Audition material coming soon.
Audition Form
If you are unable to attend the in-person audition on March 18, please contact youthacademy@draytonentertainment.com to make alternate arrangements.
Opportunities
Looking for fun during March Break or Summer? Our popular March Break Broadway Boot Camp and Summer Camp offer engaging experiences in a creative and supportive environment.
DISNEY’S DARE TO DREAM JR. is presented through special arrangement with Musical Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.MTIShows.com.