Page 4 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, August 7, 2026 Malden students take the stage at Greater Boston Stage Company! Five musicals, nearly 100 young artists, an unforgettable summer of theatre G reater Boston Stage Company is thrilled to announce its Young Company Summer Festival 2026, featuring five fully staged musicals performed by students in grades four through 12. Running August 6–16, the festival brings together nearly 100 young performers from 22 Greater Boston communities to create five fully staged musicals under the guidance of professional directors, choreographers, music directors, designers and theatre artists. This year’s Summer Festival has Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.,” “Singin’ in the Rain JR.,” Disney’s “Camp Rock: The Musical,” “Footloose: The Musical” and “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee.” “Summer Festival is one of the highlights of our year,” says Greater Boston Stage Company’sDirector of Education, Autumn Blazon-Brown. “Over the course of just a few weeks, students build lasting friendships, develop confidence, strengthen their artistic skills, and create truly remarkable theatre together. Watching their growth from the first rehearsal to opening night is inspiring, and we can’t wait to share these productions with our community.” The shows: Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.” performed by Act 1 (Grades 4–6): Friday, August 14, at 5:00 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 12:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 12:00 p.m. Dive “under the sea” with Ariel, Sebastian and all your favorite ocean friends in this magical adaptation of Disney’s beloved classic. Filled with unforgettable songs, colorful characters and heartwarming adventure, Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.” is a celebration of courage, friendship and following your dreams. “Singin’ in the Rain JR.” performed by Acts 1 & 2 (Grades 4–9): Friday, August 14, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 3:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 3:00 p.m. Step into Hollywood’s golden age as silent film stars Don Lockwood, Kathy Selden and Lina Lamont navigate the exciting transition from silent movies to talking pictures. Featuring classic songs, energetic dance numbers and timeless comedy, “Singin’ in the Rain JR.” captures the excitement, humor and glamour of one of musical theatre’s most beloved stories. Disney’s “Camp Rock: The Musical” performed by Act 2 (Grades 7–9): Thursday, August 13, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 15, at 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, August 16, at 7:30 p.m. Get ready to rock! Based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movies, “Camp Rock: The Musical” follows aspiring singer Mitchie Torres and her friends as they discover confidence, friendship and the courage to embrace their unique voices. “Footloose: The Musical” perAluminum Aluminum Everett Everett Supplies Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding •Carpentry Work •Decks •Vinyl Siding Decks • •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Free Estimates • • Replacement Windows • Carpentry Work • Roong • Fully Insured• Fully Insured Fully Insured Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com • Replacement Windows •Roong Free Estimates Fully Licensed • Roong 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! Everett Aluminum Supplies Shown in no particular order: Corin A. (appearing in the Camp Rock Ensemble in “Camp Rock: The Musical”), Eve C. (appearing as Georgina Farlow in Camp Rock: The Musical”), Wylde E. (appearing as Atina in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.”), Aidan G. (appearing as Butler in “Singin’ in the Rain JR.”), Georgia L. (appearing as Mitchie T. in “Camp Rock: The Musical”), Abigail L. (appearing in the Camp Rock Ensemble in “Camp Rock: The Musical”), Gloria M. (appearing as Ursula in Disney’s “The Little Mermaid JR.”), Vivienne M. (appearing as Kathy Selden in “Singin’ in the Rain JR.”) and Winifred L. (appearing as Caitlyn G. in “Camp Rock: The Musical”). formed by Act 3 (Grades 10–12 & 2026 Graduates): Friday, August 7, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8, at 8:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 9, at 5:00 p.m. When Chicago teenager Ren McCormack moves to the small town of Bomont, he discovers dancing and rock music have been outlawed. Refusing to accept the town’s rigid traditions, Ren inspires a community to rediscover hope, healing and the joy of self-expression. “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” performed by Act 3 (Grades 10–12 & 2026 Graduates): Thursday, August 6, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, August 8, at 5:00 p.m.; Sunday, August 9, at 8:00 p.m. Winner of the Tony Award for Best Book, “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” follows six delightfully quirky middle school students as they compete for spelling championship glory while navigating friendship, family expectations and growing up. Tickets are $25–$35 and are on sale now. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 781-279-2200 or visit greaterbostonstage.org. The Young Company at Greater Boston Stage Company helps the next generation become better artists, better audience members and better people through dramatic education. Greater Boston Stage Company brings vibrant professional theatre and dramatic education beyond the boundaries of Boston, featuring world and regional premieres alongside fresh interpretations of familiar work. Within this setting, the artists of tomorrow — current and former students — are fostered by being given ongoing performance and employment opportunities. Aluminum Summer is Here!
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