Our Fall Main Stage Production "The Aristocats Kids"
The Aristocats KIDS
Join the adventure with Disney's The Aristocats KIDS! This heartwarming musical brings the beloved Disney classic to life with unforgettable characters, jazzy songs, lively dancing, and a story about friendship, courage, and family. Designed especially for young performers, it's the perfect opportunity for children to build confidence, develop stage skills, make new friends, and experience the magic of live theatre.
DETAILS First Cast Meet-Up: September 2nd at 4pm Rehearsal Days/Dates: Wednesday, September 2nd -October 21st Rehearsal Time: 4:00 - 6:00pm Rehearsal Location : Family Life Center, 3713 Udall St., Point Loma, 92107 Dress Rehearsal and Performance Location : Portuguese Hall 2818 Avenida De Portugal, San Diego 92106 Dress Rehearsal Dates/Times: Fri. October 23rd, 4 - 6pm Performance Dates/Times :
Fri. October 23rd, 7pm
Sun. October 25th, 3pm
Grades: 1- 8 Max Participants: 20 Membership: $350 per child (plus Eventbrite service fee). If 2 children, the second child is $300 (plus Eventbrite service fee)
The registration fee includes participation in two live performances at the beautiful Portuguese Hall in Point Loma, as well as the use of costumes and props. Every student will have the opportunity to perform in a fully staged musical production and experience the excitement and confidence that come with taking the stage before a live audience. Production Members agree to the use of their image on promotional material.
The ActLiveNowJr. Theater Program exists for one reason only: our firm belief that theater provides unique benefits to children, including enhanced self-confidence, teamwork, and a sense of belonging. We believe that children learn best when they are given opportunities, which is why in our productions, every child has a substantive part, for meaningful exploration and growth of their new skills. Our outstanding creative team has years of experience helping each child to reach their full potential. We invite you to join us and give your child his or her chance to shine!
The Aristocats Kids Production Team
Laura Bueno, Artistic Director San Diego Opera Core Chorister/Teaching Artist Laura, recently a soloist in One Amazing Night: When I See Your Face Again and Maria de Buenos Aires. Moonlight Stage Productions credits include Grandmother Zteitel (Fiddler on the Roof), Anastasia, Beauty and the Beast, and Ragtime; San Diego Musical Theater credits: Hello, Dolly!, The Addams Family, Damn Yankees, Usherette (The Producers), Singin' in the Rain, and The Sound of Music. Lyric Opera San Diego: Gigi (Gigi), Tessa (The Gondoliers), Petra (A Little Night Music), Hope (Anything Goes), Iolanthe (Iolanthe), Peep Bo (The Mikado); Ion Theater: Sophie De Palma (Master Class); Anna 1 (Seven Deadly Sins) with Bodhi Tree Concerts; and Anna (TinTypes) with the Carlsbad Playreaders. Regional credits: Wendy (Peter Pan), The Secretary (The Consul), Dorothy (The Wizard of Oz), Zaneeta (The Music Man), Chava (Fiddler on the Roof), Margy (State Fair), and Nanette (No, No, Nanette). Laura owns a children's theater and ballroom dance company, Edudance-Classrooms in Motion and Playground Players Productions. Laura has been a core chorister with San Diego Opera for 22 years and has a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri-Columbia.
Joy Newbegin, Director Actor/Singer/Dancer/Educator Joy has a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of California, Irvine. Locally, she has performed on stages at The La Jolla Playhouse, the Old Globe, The Moonlight Amphitheater, LEGOLAND CA, SeaWorld and both San Diego Zoo parks. Favorite choreography credits include: 8-Track: Sound of the 70s (New Village Arts), Beauty and the Beast, Addams Family, Mamma Mia (Westview Theater Company), Little Mermaid. National Tour: (staging assistant) Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. When not performing Joy loves teaching the next generation of artists. She has found fulfillment in leading children to their inner confidence and inspiring a deep love for the performing arts. Her goal is to create a positive environment where all students can thrive, and gain skills beyond the classroom and stage.
Nicole Warkentien, Assistant Director Actor/Singer/Dancer Nicole is a San Diego-born actor, singer, and dancer with a BFA in Musical Theatre from UC Irvine (Class of 2026). Recent credits include Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Anastasia with Moonlight Amphitheater, Amy in Little Women and Margot in Legally Blonde. Nicole’s goal is to continue telling stories and bring a little joy to those around her.
Coco Sein, Production Manager Coco has been working as a Production Manager since 2008. She believes that the most important responsibility of a Production Manager is building a highly motivated and collaborative team. Coco’s Production Manager experiences included;Tally’s Folly, Circle Mirror Transformation, A Couple White Chicks Sitting Around Talking, Clever Little Lies, Building The Wall, Wally’s Cafe, LOVE/SICK, The Marvelous Wonderettes,First Date,Always... Patsy Cline, Seussical Jr., Annie Jr., Willy Wonka Jr., and Finding Nemo Kids.
