Youth – Cool Kids – Selma Arts Center

Cool Kid Players

Youth Performing Arts

The Cool Kid Player's (C.K.P.) Youth Performing Arts Program is a sign up program offering ages 6 to 18 the opportunity to perform in full scale theater productions here at the Selma Arts Center. CKP produces around three shows a year, ages vary depending on the “casting call" for each performance. No experience is needed and all are included with registration. Our program also offers Performing Arts and Visual Arts classes, such as Acting, Vocal, Make-up, Art and Scenic Design.

The City of Selma Recreation Department has provided the youth of the community the opportunity to experience the performing arts since the early 2000’s. CKP productions and classes are open to all, and provide a variety of Arts and skill level. It is the City of Selma's goal to provide youth a safe environment and affordable education of the arts.

Disney Pixar's Finding Nemo Jr.

Rehearsals Start: July 14th, 2025

Audition Date: June 23rd, 24th, 25th

Synopsis:

Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure

CKP will be taking registrations for (7-17) All who register will be cast.

Ages: 7-17

Cost $50 Includes script, rehearsal music digital download, and cast T-shirt. Processing fee will apply.

A digital script and rehearsal tracks are available upon registration, see 'Actor's Folder'

Rehearsals: Mon-Wed, (some Thursday) 4pm - 6pm at the Selma Arts Center

Placement Auditions: Monday, June 23rd, Tuesday, June 24th, and Wednesday, June 25th 4PM-6PM. Participants will come to all three days of auditions. Everyone will be accepted. The Audition Days will be a fun “get to know you day” were we work with your child’s comfort level. A line read and singing audition will be held for those interested in a main character. Audition songs: "Where's My Dad" or "Just Keep Swimming" (Note: More experienced actors are welcome to pick a song of their choosing from the show.) Actors will start with a meeting and warmups, review audition song, then read from the script. (Participants have the choice to audition solo or in a group) Due to space restrictions, parents who choose to stay must wait on the side, in the lobby or in the balcony for their children.

Please review the Parent emailed with important information. We will be having a mandatory parent meeting Wednesday June 25^th at 5:45 PM.

Rehearsals: Rehearsals start July 14th , 2025.. Rehearsals are 4pm to 6pm, every Monday thru Wednesday at the Selma Arts Center. Some Thursday rehearsals will be scheduled for main characters. Not everyone is called everyday so please look to the digital calendar on the ‘Parent Spot”.

Performances: Two weekends, 12 performances. Main characters may be split cast.

Thursday, September 4th 7PM / Friday, September 5th 7PM / Saturday, September 6th at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday, September 7th at 2PM & 7PM

Thursday, September 11th 7PM / Friday, September 12th 7PM / Saturday, September 13th at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday September 14th at 2PM & 7PM.

Rehearsals will take place at the Selma Arts Center 1935 High Street, Selma CA 92662.

For more information call (559) 891-2238 or email nicolettea@cityofselma.com

• Parent Welcome Packet- Disney Pixar's Finding Nemo
• Parent Welcome Slides
• CKP Finding Nemo Remind
• Show Synopsis and Character Descriptions

Pay Registration

Actor's Folder