Boston, 1959. At the Colonial Theatre, the cast of Robbin’ Hood takes their bows on opening night. Just as the curtain falls, so does Jessica Cranshaw, the profoundly untalented leading lady of the production. Enter Lieutenant Frank Cioffi, a fast-talking cop with a love for musical theatre. He quarantines the cast and crew inside the theatre while he searches for clues. But Cioffi doesn’t just investigate the murder--he also offers advice and insight into improving Robbin’ Hood. The musical will open again in 24 hours with a new leading lady, so the clock is ticking to find the killer and put on a killer show. Who could it be? Carmen Bernstein, the sassy and brassy producer? Christopher Belling, the campy and egotistical director? Georgia Hendricks, the lyricist who replaces Jessica onstage? Niki Harris, the ingenue with a secret? Everyone is a suspect, and only Cioffi can make sense of the evidence. Curtains is a musical-theatre parody of whodunnit classics, with numbers ranging from the classic musical theatre song-and-dance “A Tough Act to Follow” to the heartfelt “I Miss the Music.” A comedic send-up suitable for all ages, Curtains will have the audience laughing until the last curtain falls.
Audition Information
Open to ages: 14-20
No prior experience required
Dates:
April 7, 2026
Audition Slots are 5:00 - 6:00 pm and 7-8:30 pm
Dance Call is 6:00 -7:00 pm on April 7.
EVERYONE auditioning must attend the Dance Call.
Callbacks:
(by invitation only)
April 9, 2026
Callbacks are 5:00-8:30 PM
Location:
Studio One at
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
340 N Escondido Blvd
Escondido, CA 92025
Instructions:
For in-person auditions
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Sign up using the Sign Up Genius link below.
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Prepare a one minute audition song in the style of the musical.
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Complete enrollment into our program. See Enrollment Information.
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Please bring an accompaniment track to your audition. A device for speaker connection will be provided. You do not need to bring sheet music as no piano accompanist will be available.
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Be sure to attend the dance call from 6:00 to 7:00 pm.
For virtual auditions
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Sign up using the Sign Up Genius link below, (the 4:55 slot on 4/7 is for virtual audition sign up)
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Prepare a video including (1) your slate, (2) you singing a one minute song, and (3) approximately one minute of you performing a dance of your choice.
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Complete enrollment into our program and pay audition fee. See Enrollment Information
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Submit your video(s) to info@centerstagesd.com no later than 8:00 pm on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
Important Information
Sign-ups are limited!
If your preferred time slot is not available, please select the closest available time slot and leave a comment, or reach out to us and we will find away to accommodate your availability.
If you have any questions, please call 760-807-8654 or email info@centerstagesd.com.
Enrollment is Required Prior to Your Audition
Enrollment is now open. You must complete enrollment prior to your audition, whether you are
auditioning virtually or in-person. In order to be cast you must complete enrollment.
Rehearsal Information
Rehearsals begin Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Saturdays 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Location:
Studio One at
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Performance Information
Dates:
July 23 & 24, 2026 @ 7:30 pm
July 25, 2026 @ 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm
July 26, 2026 @ 1:30 pm
July 30 & 31, 2026 @ 7:30 pm
August 1, 2026 @ 1:30 pm & 7:30 pm
August 2 @ 1:30 pm
Location:
Studio One Black Box Theater at
California Center for the Arts, Escondido
Tickets on sale July 2026
Enrollment Information
Open to performers ages 14-20
Tuition:
$395 per student
(Sibling Discounts available - Use code SiblingDiscount during enrollment)
If you would like to apply for a partial tuition scholarship,
please contact info@centerstagesd.com.
How to Enroll:
Step 1: Sign up using the Audition Sign Up Genius link above
Step 2: Enroll by clicking here:
If you are a returning CSP family who has already registered with Enrollsy, please click "Enroll Now"
and then populate the enrollment form with your information by signing in.
Curtains is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized performance materials are supplied by Theatrical Rights Worldwide 1180 Avenue of the Americas, Suite 640, New York, NY 10036.