Synopsis: Lyle is the story of a friendly crocodile who turns up in a bathtub in an apartment in New York City’s Upper East Side. Lyle becomes good friends with the folks in the building, except for Mr. Grumps, who hates Lyle, parades, people, and pretty much everything. However, when Lyle rescues Mr. Grumps and his cat Loretta from a fire, Mr. Grumps has to apologize for the way he’s treated Lyle. In the end, Lyle helps those around him learn that they should not judge other by how different they appear to be, but to love people (and crocodiles) for what they are.

Synopsis: As the half-blood son of a Greek god, Percy Jackson has newly-discovered powers he can’t control, a destiny he doesn’t want, and a mythology textbook’s worth of monsters on his trail. When Zeus’s master lightning bolt is stolen and Percy becomes the prime suspect, he has to find and return the bolt to prove his innocence and prevent a war between the gods. But to succeed on his quest, Percy will have to do more than catch the thief. He must travel to the Underworld and back; solve the riddle of the Oracle, which warns him of betrayal by a friend; and come to terms with the father who abandoned him. Adapted from the best-selling book The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan and featuring a thrilling original rock score, The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical is an action-packed mythical adventure “worthy of the gods” (Time Out New York).

Synopsis: Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!

In “Roaring Twenties” Chicago, chorine Roxie Hart murders a faithless lover and convinces her hapless husband, Amos, to take the rap… until he finds out he’s been duped and turns on Roxie. Convicted and sent to death row, Roxie and another “Merry Murderess,” Velma Kelly, vie for the spotlight and the headlines, ultimately joining forces in search of the “American Dream”: fame, fortune, and acquittal.

Suggested Audience Age 13+

Synopsis: In a Berlin nightclub, as the 1920s draw to a close, a garish Master of Ceremonies welcomes the audience and assures them they will forget all their troubles at the Cabaret. With the Emcee’s bawdy songs as wry commentary, Cabaret explores the dark, heady and tumultuous life of Berlin’s natives and expatriates as Germany slowly yields to the emerging Third Reich. Cliff, a young American writer newly arrived in Berlin, is immediately taken with English singer Sally Bowles. Meanwhile, Fräulein Schneider, proprietor of Cliff and Sally’s boarding house, tentatively begins a romance with Herr Schultz, a mild-mannered fruit seller who happens to be Jewish. Musical numbers include “Willkommen,” “Cabaret,” “Don’t Tell Mama” and “Two Ladies.”

Synopsis: For seven years a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs… who just happened to be there too. A tale for anyone who has never been destined to save the world.

Puffs is not authorized, sanctioned, licensed or endorsed by J.K Rowling, Warner Bros. or any person or company associated with the Harry Potter books, films or play.

Synopsis: Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat, our narrator, tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos, including Jojo, a Who child, who gets in trouble for thinking too many “thinks.” Horton’s challenge is twofold — not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

The winter wonderland dance includes dinner, mocktails, a DJ, games, candy, photobooth and more! 

SPONSOR: NTPA Academy

The 16th Annual Starcatchers AMP Awards and Fundraiser are sure to be the most fun yet! The AMPs are NTPA’s (and Starcatchers) version of the Oscars, where actors receive awards for their performances. Come to the Starcatchers AMP Awards and find out what category you’ve won in. Maybe Best Actress in a Comedic Role? Most Despicable Male Villain? Who knows?

Please bring your entire family and invite your friends to buy a ticket and join us as we recognize EVERY Starcatcher! ALL Starcatchers that performed in the following shows from January-December 2025 WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD!

• Rock Stars (2025)
• Beauty and the Beast Jr.
• The Lion King Kids
• High School Musical 2 Jr.
• Frozen Kids
• The Odyssey: A Starcatchers Spectacular
• The Little Mermaid Jr.
• Newsies Jr.
• Elf Jr.

Come be part of this fun celebration and help us raise money for NTPA – Starcatchers!

All tickets include hors d’oeurves, drink and entry to the after party.

Learn more at ntpa.org/starcatchers-amp-awards

The 16th Annual AMP Awards (and 2nd Annual awards event for NTPA Deaf Theatre!) provide an opportunity to celebrate our amazing performers! Get ready to celebrate the most memorable performances of 2025!

Learn more at https://ntpa.org/deaf-theatre-amp-awards/

Synopsis: Disney’s The Lion King has captivated the imagination of audiences around the world, and now you have the opportunity to produce this one-of-a-kind musical in your community. Bring the African savanna to life on your stage with Simba, Rafiki and an unforgettable cast of characters as they journey from Pride Rock to the jungle and back again in this inspiring, coming-of-age tale. Featuring classics like “I Just Can’t Wait to be King,” and “Hakuna Matata,” young performers will shine in a variety of fun and action-packed roles.

Synopsis: Join everyone’s favorite children’s book heroine Junie B. Jones on her first day of first grade, where many changes are in store. Junie’s best friend Lucille has found new best friends, and Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. While in Mr. Scary’s class, Junie has trouble reading the blackboard — and she may need glasses. Add in a friendly cafeteria lady, an intense kickball tournament and a “Top-Secret Personal Beeswax Journal,” and first grade has never been more exciting. Featuring many lovable characters and fun-filled songs, Junie B. Jones JR. is a delightful adaptation of the classic series.

Synopsis: Disney’s Winnie the Pooh KIDS is a delightful show based on the beloved characters of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney animated feature film. Featuring favorite songs from the film, as well as new hits by the Academy Award-winning Robert and Kristen Lopez (Frozen), this honey-filled delight is as sweet as it is fun.

Welcome to the Hundred Acre Wood, where Winnie the Pooh is once again in search of honey. Along the way, he meets his pals, Tigger, Piglet, Rabbit and Owl, but soon discovers that Christopher Robin has been captured by the mysterious Backson! As they prepare for a rescue operation, the animals learn about teamwork, friendship and, of course… sharing snacks.

Synopsis: Based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel, The Hunchback of Notre Dame features a heart wrenching story and instantly recognizable score. The musical begins as the bells of Notre Dame sound through the famed cathedral in fifteenth-century Paris. Quasimodo, the deformed bell-ringer who longs to be “Out There,” observes all of Paris reveling in the Feast of Fools. Held captive by his devious caretaker, the archdeacon Dom Claude Frollo, he escapes for the day and joins the boisterous crowd, only to be treated cruelly by all but the beautiful Romani woman, Esmeralda. Quasimodo isn’t the only one captivated by her free spirit, though – the handsome Captain Phoebus and Frollo are equally enthralled. As the three vie for her attention, Frollo embarks on a mission to destroy the Roma – and it’s up to Quasimodo to save them all.

Due to its immense popularity, we asked several directors why they chose this version of Little Women when they had perused copies of four or five versions previously. Two reasons seemed important: This version has 12 to 18 women, while some adapters cut parts to condense the long novel. Since the story covers several years and many characters, a narrator, Josephine (Jo) Marsh, gives background information to tie the scenes together. Her narration also gives time for the few costume and set changes necessary for a simple or magnificent production. Jo, of course, is Louisa May Alcott. The author and the publisher have worked to make this script playable by every theatre regardless of size and budget and by actors of virtually any age, since it is a story that every person ought to see. The story is familiar to nearly every American. The four March daughters—Meg, Jo, Beth and Amy—continue to live in the hearts of readers, causing smiles and tears, triumph and tragedy as they grow up, fall in love and face life. This classic American tale will touch the heart of every person in your audience.

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 6

TICKET DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 20

The 16th Annual Fairview AMP Awards and Fundraiser are sure to be most glamorous and fun AMPs yet! You’re invited to attend the ceremony, enjoy the dinner and live entertainment and stay for the after party! Get ready to celebrate the most memorable performances of 2025. This ceremony will honor students in grades K-9 who participated in a production with NTPA – Fairview during the 2025 calendar year. Full details at NTPA.org/fairview-amp-awards/

New this year  An email will be sent to the registered attendees to request information including meal selection for each of your guests and actor information that includes their 2025 Show Participation and name(s) of friends they would like to sit with at the event. This information will be used to create a dinner seating chart for our actors to be with friends and/or cast members from shows they participated in. Friend Seating Requests will be honored as best as possible. Assigned seating will ensure EVERY actor has a seat reserved just for them and allow students to enjoy the photo opportunities and activities in the lobby before the event begins.