Missoula Children’s Theatre Presents “Treasure Island” New Mexico Tech Performing Arts Series

SOCORRO, NM – Prepare for an epic journey as the beloved Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) returns to Socorro for its annual summer residency from June 9-14, 2025! This year, local students will have the exciting opportunity to star in an original adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic novel, TREASURE ISLAND.

Audition for Your Role!

Aspiring young actors, grades 1-12, are encouraged to audition for one of approximately 50-60 available roles. No advance preparation is necessary – just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to follow directions!

When: Monday, June 9, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM to Noon (Arrive by 9:45 AM and plan to stay for the full two hours)

Where: Macey Center Theater

Note: Some cast members may be asked to stay for rehearsal immediately following auditions.

Rehearsals & Performances:

Most cast members will rehearse for 4 hours and 15 minutes daily, Monday through Friday. The residency culminates in two spectacular public performances:

When: Saturday, June 14, 2025

Time: 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM

Important Participation Details:

If cast, students must be able to attend all rehearsals and both performances. A registration fee of $10 per student applies, including for Assistant Directors. Free lunches will be delivered to Macey Center daily for those who request them.

Free Theater Workshops for All!

Beyond the main production, MCT will also host three FREE theater workshops, open to both cast members and the general community. These workshops will take place on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, June 10-12. Specific workshop titles, appropriate ages, and locations will be announced soon.

About TREASURE ISLAND:

Join Young Jim Hawkins, a mischievous lad from a seaside village in 1782 Maine. Longing for adventure, Jim finds a treasure map and falls under the hypnotic spell of the legendary pirate, Long John Silver. With Silver as his mentor, Jim sails uncharted seas, guided only by the ragged map and a flock of gulls. His ruffian friends serve as cabin boys for Silver’s hilarious (though unsavory) band of pirates. Once on the island, true colors are revealed in Jim’s quest for the proverbial happy ending, culminating in the discovery of treasure and a joyful return home.

About Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT):

MCT is the world’s largest touring children’s theatre, a unique international project dedicated to “the development of life skills in children through participation in the performing arts.” Based in Missoula, Montana, this non-profit organization travels to over 1,000 communities annually, working with approximately 65,000 children in plays and reaching 150,000 young people through workshops in underserved areas. MCT aims to help children grow into confident, successful citizens.

Presented By:

This Missoula Children’s Theatre residency is proudly presented by the City of Socorro, Socorro Consolidated Schools, and the NM Tech Performing Arts Series, with generous support from the Betty Clark Memorial Endowment.

For More Information:

Please contact Dana Chavez or Bernadette Lucero at 575-835-5688 or email pas@nmt.edu.