Upcoming Events:
BG OnStage is the resident youth theatre of SKYPAC. We are dedicated to bringing educational experiences in the arts and quality theatrical productions to the students and families of BRADD area, continuing a 16-year history of youth theatre opportunities. Past School Day productions have included The Hobbit, Junie B Jones JR the musical, The Giver, Frozen JR, Seussical JR, and Charlotte’s Web, just to name a few!
For the last eleven years, we have worked with and prepped students who successfully auditioned for and were accepted into the Governor’s School of the Arts programs for Drama and Musical Theatre.
James and the Giant Peach, JR
CAST LIST
Cast List
TBA After Auditions
Audition INFORMATION:
jAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH, JR
ALL AUDITIONS ARE NOW BY SUBMISSION.
The crew of James and the Giant Peach, JR have chosen to move all auditions to virtual submissions 1) for the safety of crew, actors and their families with the potential hazardous weather this weekend and 2) to level the playing field for all actors who are wanting to audition.
Instructions for Submissions:
1) Fill out an Audition Form. A TENTATIVE rehearsal schedule is available to compare and list any conflicts. Please note that not all actors will be called to every rehearsal. The rehearsal schedule is subject to change.
2) Select ONE audition side and ONE music cut to record. Due to the amount of auditionees, we will only be watching ONE side and ONE music cut. Please had someone off camera read for the other roles in your side.
3) Watch the provided dance combo video, learn the combo, record yourself doing the combo.
4) Record yourself (your actor) performing the ONE side, the ONE music cut, and the dance combo.
5) Email Elise at echarny@theskypac.com your video(s) AND your completed Audition Form. Your videos should be sent in the form of a link (ex. YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive link). ALL crew members will be reviewing submissions and links are the easiest way for us to view them.
6) DO NOT DO A BRITISH ACCENT IN YOUR VIDEOS.
7) Here is the Google Drive link with all of the audition materials you will need- audition sides, music cuts, audition tracks, dance video, Audition Form, and Tentative Rehearsal Schedule. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1AZZiy5I5PITEx1WVNS3GowSN-FPJ9Jy3?usp=sharing
8) The deadline to submit audition videos is NOON on Monday, January 26.
9) Should the crew of James and the Giant Peach, JR choose to hold callbacks, those will be held at SKYPAC on Tuesday, January 27 at 5:15pm. Actors will be notified individually if they receive a callback.
Character Breakdown available.
If you have any further questions, please email Artistic Director, Elise Charny, at echarny@theskypac.com .
SCHOOL DAY PERFORMANCES:
All SCHOOL DAY Performances are open to classes/groups of school age children. PUBLIC Performances are open to the general public.
No tickets are printed for School Day Performances. Reservation fees are $7 per person. For every ten (10) students booked, a class can receive one (1) free adult ticket for chaperones/teachers.
Submitting a reservation inquiry is required to attend our school day matinee performances. Inquiries do not guarantee entry or seating availability.
Our school day performances will have security presence, but DO NOT require clear bags.
AED maps and Safety contacts can be downloaded here: SKYPAC: AED and Safety
The Kentucky Arts Council, the state arts agency, provides travel reimbursement funds to Kentucky schools for field trips to SKYPAC with state tax dollars and federal funding from the National Endowment for the Arts. Please click on the Arts Council’s logo to apply.
A Social Story and accessibility details, to prepare for our performances, is available HERE.
SKYPAC financial support (for admission cost only) is available by application below.
BG OnStage presents: James and the Giant Peach, JR
School Day Performances:
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:30am
Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at NOON
Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 9:30am
Public Performance:
Thursday, April 2, 2025 at 6:30pm
Type: Musical
Deadline to book a class/group is March 23, 2026 at Noon.
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.
Summary provided by MTI.
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Classes, Workshops, & Events
JR THEATRE CLASS – Spring classes open!
Saturday morning classes built to introduce youth to the power of storytelling through theatre. Join a small group of creative minds that socialize and grow through games, rehearsals, and a final shared performance with family.
No experience necessary. Students may refine their skills and challenge themselves in this small group setting. Students will be active and should dress accordingly. All props, materials, and scripts will be provided. Student enrollment is only confirmed once both the payment and registration are received. See registration form for payment details. Availability is limited.
Dates: Saturdays; February 28, March 7, 14, 21, and 28
Times: 9:00 – 10:30 AM; final performance at 10:30 AM on March 28.
Age Group: 6 – 10-year-old students
Location: SKYPAC Rehearsal Room
Registration Deadline: February 20th.
Cost: $100 (cash or check), with registration form, dropped off at SKYPAC or through mail
Lessons
In person lesson rates, $35/half an hour & $50/hour for GSA and College Audition Prep.
Call 270-904-5016 or email echarny@theskypac.com
Past BG OnStage Productions
Pan!
Honk! Jr.
Annie Jr.
Rainbow Fish
Elf Jr.
Magic Tree House:
A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens JR.
Alice in Wonderland JR
Seussical Jr.
Elise Charny
Elise graduated Cum Laude from Marymount Manhattan in New York with a BA in Theatre Arts, concentration in Performing. Continuing with her education and experience, Elise obtained her Masters in Theatre Education from Emerson College in Boston.
Elise has served as a performer/director/educator in the theatre community for the last twenty years. In 2013, Elise established the John F Kennedy School Drama Club in Somerville, MA, which is still running today. For the last eight years, Elise has served as Artistic and Education Director of BG OnStage, creating various programming and directing all of the theatrical productions. She has also aided students in achieving their goals of attending GSA and musical theatre/drama college programs, past students have been accepted at The New York Film Academy, University of Cincinnati College- Conservatory of Music, Northern Kentucky University, Southern Illinois University, Austin Peay State University, Louisville University, and Western Kentucky University. As Education Director, Elise is very excited to be a part of the SKyPAC family and to continue bringing quality theatre education and theatre opportunities to the community!