Youth Theatre

Duluth Playhouse proudly presents our Youth Theatre Season, an extraordinary pack of dynamic musicals which celebrate individual expression and unbridled optimism. Bring the entire family along to laugh and connect with one another while experiencing the magic of live theater. With a commitment to providing performance opportunities for young people, the Youth Theatre allows students to put their skills into action while connecting with their peers and growing as young artists.

Cats: Young Actors Edition

Aug 8

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Aug 10, 2025

Jellicle Cats come out tonight! Come one, come all to Duluth Playhouse’s 2025 Junior Intensive.

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Rock of Ages: Teen Edition

Aug 15

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Aug 17, 2025

Duluth Playhouse’s 2025 Teen Intensive takes you back to the times of big bands with big egos, playing big guitar solos, and sporting even bigger hair!

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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

Oct 10

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Oct 12, 2025

This dynamic ensemble-based retelling of the famous Washington Irving short story is a spooktacular, crowd-pleasing theatrical event.

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Seussical JR.

Apr 24

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Apr 26, 2026

Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

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Hadestown: Teen Edition

Aug 7

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Aug 9, 2026

Called “achingly beautiful, thought-provoking, powerful and prophetic” by Newsday, Anaïs Mitchell’s haunting, jazz-inflected folk opera delivers a deeply resonant and defiantly hopeful theatrical experience.

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Honk! JR.

Aug 14

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Aug 16, 2026

Witty and hilarious, but also deeply moving, Honk! JR. is a heartwarming celebration of being different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its sparkling wit, unique charm, and memorable score.

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