Enrollment for “Lion King Jr.” workshop opens

Enrollment opens Monday, May 20, for the Just Off Broadway Music Theatre Camp.

The camp, founded and directed by PHS Theatre Director Greg Shaw in collaboration with staff at Memorial Auditorium in Pittsburg, will be held this summer for youth going into grades 6-10.

This year’s production will be “The Lion King Jr.,” the story of the epic adventures of a curious cub named Simba as he struggles to accept the responsibilities of adulthood and his destiny as king.

Registration may be done online or by calling the box office during business hours at 620-231-7827.

The immersive workshop includes learning music, movement, costuming, dance, and other elements of theatrical productions.

It will be held at Memorial Auditorium from July 31 to Aug. 16, with a varied rehearsal schedule that includes weeknights and weekend days. Those who register for the workshop will audition for parts in the show on July 25. The culminating performances, open to the public, will be Aug. 17-18.

Registration is limited to 30 girls and 20 boys. Cost is $100 per child.