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.
Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach Jr.
Rehearsals Start: January 2026
Audition Date: Coming Soon!
Synopsis:
Based on one of Roald Dahl’s most poignantly quirky stories, Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach JR. is a brand new take on this "masterpeach" of a tale. Featuring a wickedly tuneful score and a witty and charming book, this adventurous musical about courage and self-discovery is destined to be a classic.
When James is sent by his conniving aunts to chop down their old fruit tree, he discovers a magic potion that grows a tremendous peach, rolls into the ocean and launches a journey of enormous proportions. James befriends a collection of singing insects that ride the giant piece of fruit across the ocean, facing hunger, sharks and plenty of disagreements along the way.
CKP will be taking registrations for (6-14) All who register will be cast.
Ages: 6-14
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: DATES COMING SOON 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: COMING SOON (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
Rehearsals: Rehearsals start January 2026 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, February 19th 7PM / Friday, February 20th 7PM / Saturday, February 21st at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday, February 22nd at 2PM & 7PM
Thursday, February 26th 7PM / Friday, February 27th 7PM / Saturday, February 28th at 2PM & 7PM / Sunday March 1st 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 Spot - Roald Dahl's James and the Giant Peach Jr.
Visit the Parent Spot to find
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Please be sure to download the Remind app, and "in app Notifications" for Remind are turned on in your phone settings.
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Rehearsal Calendar- The schedule will be out soon, daily calls will be sent via Remind
Handouts and Notices-
Meet the Team
