Voted 2024 Fountain Hills Favorite Live Theater & Performing Arts School!


Now enrolling for Sunday AND Monday for Matilda Jr.


We will license & double cast if we have 60 enrollments by Dec. 6th.

 

If we do not double cast, we will only do Sunday schedule. Anyone signed up for Monday can move to Sunday, or be refunded 100%.

Fountain Hills Favorite | Paige Productions Youth Theater | Serving Scottsdale, AZ, Fountain Hills, AZ, Phoenix, AZ

Paige Productions

Youth Theater


Serving Scottsdale, Fountain Hills,

and Beyond


13001 N. Fountain Hills Blvd,

Fountain Hills, AZ


*Just a 15-min drive from

Shea & Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd.


UPCOMING PROGRAMS

 Winter & Spring 2026

THEATER FOR BUSY KIDS

Enroll Early for Best Discount

    • K-Pop vs Zombies Winter Break Camp

      K-Pop vs Zombies 2-Day Winter Break Camp


      Mon & Tues, December 22 & 23, 2025


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm


      Ages 5-18


      Enrollment: $150


      **There is no final performance for this camp.


      Celebrate all things K-Pop Demon Hunters & Zombies 1-4 with this exciting new musical theater camp. Students will gain stage experience and have fun performing songs and choreography from the hit shows.



      Performers in this camp will also have fun developing performance skills through acting games and activities. This is a great class for all experience levels and ages.



      This camp runs simultaneously with our Acting & Improvisation camp. Kids can sign up for one or the other. We have space to allow both activities at once.



      Students are welcome to focus on what they are most interested in, we are flexible enough to accommodate their interests.



      *Out of respect to our staff & students on our wait list, no refunds will be given if you choose not to participate.



    • Acting & Improv Winter Break Camp

      Acting & Improv 2-Day Winter Break Camp


      Mon & Tues, December 22 & 23, 2025


      9:00 am - 3:00 pm


      Ages 5-18


      Enrollment: $150


      **There is no final performance for this camp.


      Acting & Improv is everyone's favorite camp!

      Great for boys, shy kids, kids looking to develop their stage skills or confidence. 


      Performers in this camp will also have fun developing performance skills through acting games and activities. This is a great class for all experience levels and ages.



      This camp runs simultaneously with our K-Pop & Demon Hunters camp. Kids can sign up for one or the other. We have space to allow both activities at once.



      Students are welcome to focus on what they are most interested in, we are flexible enough to accommodate their interests.



      *Out of respect to our staff & students on our wait list, no refunds will be given if you choose not to participate.



    • Matilda Jr. - 2 Options - Starts Jan 2

      Theater for Busy Kids

      Matilda Jr.

      Ages 5-18


      2 Options:

      • Sunday Cast
      • Monday Cast

      SEE REHEARSAL SCHEDULE & PERFORMANCE DATES HERE


      See Characters & Casting Below


      Performers rehearse for a musical & perform two exciting shows for the community on the last day. Everyone has a part in this magical production.


      *Performers are responsible for providing their own fun costume.


      Enrollment - Enroll early for best prices


      $400 – Early Bird  —Sept 16-Dec 1

      $425 – Regular Price — Dec 1-Jan 2


      **Out of respect to our staff and students on our wait list, no refunds or credits will be given if you choose not to participate.**


      IMPORTANT SCHEDULE DETAILS:

      • Can’t make the 1st day of casting? Send a 30-second video.
      • Not everyone is called to every rehearsal.

      Matilda Jr. Characters & Casting Details


      Kids (Ages 5–12)


      Eric – Opening solo line at the top of the show. Solo singing required.


      Tommy – Has a solo line in “Miracle.” Solo singing required.


      Amanda – Has some solo lines and comic scene moments. Solo singing required.


      Bruce – Big singing/acting role, featured in “Bruce.” Solo singing required.


      Lavender – Featured dialogue and small solo lines. Solo singing required.


      Alice – One of the solo kids in classroom numbers. Solo singing required.


      Hortensia – Solo lines in classroom scenes. Solo singing required.


      Nigel – Gets solo lines and features in “School Song.” Solo singing required.


      Kids / Children / Ensemble (Little Kids, Big Kids, Big Kid 1–3) – Sing in group numbers, but may not have solos. No solo singing required unless assigned small lines.




      Adults (Ages 10–18 playing adults)


      Matilda – Major singing role (“Naughty,” “Quiet,” etc.). Solo singing required.


      Mr. Wormwood – Comedy role with featured singing (“Telly”). Solo singing required.


      Mrs. Wormwood – Major comedy/dance role with singing (especially in “Loud”). Solo singing required.


      Michael – Comic acting role, speaks in deadpan one-liners. No solo singing required.


      Mrs. Phelps – Gentle librarian, speaking role with warmth. No solo singing required.


      Escapologist – Featured in story Matilda tells; strong presence, some singing. Solo singing required.


      Acrobat – Partner to Escapologist; some singing depending on cut, often more physical. Usually no solo singing required (featured in movement/acting).


      Cook – Ensemble cameo, typically non-singing. No solo singing required.


      Miss Honey – Lead singing role (“My House,” “This Little Girl”). Solo singing required.


      Agatha Trunchbull – Heavy comedy/character singing role (“The Smell of Rebellion”). Solo singing required.


      Mechanic – Small cameo, comic bit. No solo singing required.


      Rudolpho – Comic dance role, may sing backup in “Loud.” No solo singing required (strong dancer/actor).


      Sergei – Russian gangster, comic cameo role. No solo singing required.


      Parents (Dads/Mums/Ensemble Parents) – Ensemble characters in opening numbers. No solo singing required.


      Russians (Ensemble) – Featured in Wormwood storyline. No solo singing required.




      Additional Details


      Requires solo singing: Matilda, Bruce, Lavender, Alice, Hortensia, Nigel, Eric, Tommy, Amanda, Mr. Wormwood, Mrs. Wormwood, Miss Honey, Trunchbull, Escapologist.


      Does NOT require solo singing: Michael, Mrs. Phelps, Acrobat (mostly), Cook, Mechanic, Rudolpho, Sergei, Parents, Ensemble Kids 




































    • Beetlejuice Jr. - Mar 1 - May 9, 2026

      Theater for Busy Kids

      Beetlejuice Jr.


      March 1-May 9, 2026

      Performances: 7:00 pm May 8 & 9, 2026


      Ages 5-18 


      SEE SCHEDULE DETAILS & CHARACTERS BELOW


      Performing in Beetlejuice Jr. is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for young actors to step into a hilarious, spooky, and high-energy Broadway hit that audiences already love. With bold characters, show-stopping songs, and over-the-top comedy, this production gives every performer a chance to shine—whether through solos, memorable lines, or big ensemble numbers. It’s the perfect mix of fun and challenge, building confidence, teamwork, and stage experience while creating unforgettable memories. 


      This productions is specially edited to be appropriate for young audiences and performers.


      Performers rehearse for a musical & perform two exciting shows for the community on the last day. Everyone has a part in this magical production.


      *Performers are responsible for providing their own fun costume.


      Enrollment - Enroll early for best prices

      $375 – Until Nov 1

      $400 – Until Dec 1

      $425 – Regular Price — Dec 2 - March 1


      **Out of respect to our staff and students on our wait list, no refunds or credits will be given if you choose not to participate.**


      IMPORTANT SCHEDULE DETAILS:

      • Can’t make the 1st day of casting? Send a 30-second video.
      • Not everyone is called to every rehearsal.

      Beetlejuice Jr. Characters & Casting Details


      Lydia Deetz — Goth-tinged, funny, grieving teen who drives the story. Age: 9–18 

      Solos: Yes — “Dead Mom,” “Home” (also leads lines in “Invisible,” reprises).



      Beetlejuice — Chaotic “ghost with the most,” big comedy and patter. Age: 11+ (adult-type role) Solos: No true standalone solo; featured lead verses in “The Whole ‘Being Dead’ Thing” parts 1–3 and other ensemble numbers.



      Adam Maitland — Sweet, cautious ghost husband learning to be brave.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — featured duet with Barbara in “Ready, Set, Not Yet.”



      Barbara Maitland — Kind, clever ghost wife who grows into a protector.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — featured duet with Adam in “Ready, Set, Not Yet.”


      Delia Schlimmer — Lydia’s enthusiastic life-coach stepmom with quirky vibes.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — featured duet with Lydia in “No Reason”; ensemble lines in “Day-O.”


      Charles Deetz — Lydia’s dad; anxious, image-conscious but loving.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — featured ensemble lines (e.g., “Day-O”).


      Miss Argentina — Glam dead-world guide with showstopper moment.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: Yes — “What I Know Now.”


      Otho — Eccentric guru/exorcist; comic character actor role.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — ensemble/featured spoken bits.


      Maxie Dean — Blustery business tycoon; comic feature.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: Typically no solo; may have a brief featured line in “Day-O.”


      Maxine Dean — Maxie’s flashy spouse; visual/comic contrast.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — ensemble lines (e.g., “Day-O”).



      Girl Scout (aka Gretchen) — Earnest cookie-seller with darkly funny moment.

      Age: 9–18

      Solos: Featured lead in “Girl Scout” (in Jr. often shared/with backup; not a strict solo).


      Juno — No-nonsense caseworker/matron of the dead.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — featured/ensemble lines.


      Priest — Opens with authority and comedic timing.

      Age: 11+ (adult-type role)

      Solos: No — spoken/ensemble.


      Sky / Girl Scout Squad — Innocent but bold cameo energy.

      Age: 9–18

      Solos: No — featured/ensemble in “Girl Scout.”


      Featured Cameos (Parachute Jumper, Dead Cheerleader, Death by Fireworks, etc.) — Colorful vignettes that build the dead-world texture. Age: 8–18  Solos: No — ensemble/featured lines.



      Other Fun Ensemble Roles (Mourners, Movers, Lawyers, Cater-Waiter, Beetlejuice Clones, Cheerleaders, Studio Audience, Sandworm, etc.) — Fill out big numbers and comedy bits. Age: 8–18 Solos: No — ensemble; occasional brief featured lines as assigned.



      Bob (Shrunken-Head) — Crowd-pleasing cameo with audience interaction.

      Age: Any Solos: No — non-singing/ensemble bit.








































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            CURRENT REHEARSAL SCHEDULES

            Cast Announcement 

            The BIG TEN

            The Big Ten ceremony honors students who have performed ten shows at Paige Productions. This is a special time where Miss Paige and fellow performers share warm thoughts about the recipient and their character on and off stage. Performers are presented a giant "Lucky Ducky" and a book with personal notes from past and present performers.

            CURRENT RECIPIENTS:

            Kinley Clark, Kellen Bryant, Zane Maatta, Aiden Di Raffaele, Topanga Kohler, Alex Di Raffaele,

            Harlequin Kohler, Myles Perrault, Melody Beckman, Abby Rachlin, Jack Albrecht, Lydia Hill, Summer Rehbein, Aliya Holzkopf, Anya Holzkopf, Emma Ferris, Remy Roberts, Matthew Schmidt, Gigi Michaels, Jack Deporter,  Ethan Gazzo, Stella Buck, Stefan Shaeffer, & Claire Robinson, Bryce Andrews, Paige Underwood, Caitlin Taweponsomkiat, Whitney Carponelli, Frankie Benevento, Faith Andrews, Brydie Andrews, Jacob Aberle, Caleb Aberle, Harlow Carponelli, Mark Becker, Sinclair Galakatos, Lexi Laukaitis, Finley Hermie, Jordan Abrams, Violet Wilson, Ellie Habicht

            & Natalie Southard

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            BIOGRAPHY


            Paige Beckman

            ARTISTIC DIRECTOR

            Paige is an ariZoni Award winning director and music director. She has been involved in theater her whole life and has worked at Fountain Hills Youth Theater for the past decade. She believes in youth theater and what it can do for a child's poise, confidence and self-esteem. 

            Paige is also a private voice coach, acting coach and piano teacher in Fountain Hills. Her students have won or placed in multiple acting competitions, vocal competitions and pageants. 


            Paige has directed and music directed countless shows, including Cinderella Kids, Seussical Kids, Shrek Jr., Willy Wonka Kids, Frozen Kids, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever, Anne of Green Gables, On the Verge & Am I Blue, and music directed Fountain Hills Youth Theater productions of Frozen Jr, Pinkalicious, Jungle Book Kids and The Aristocats Kids. Paige performed as an actress for many years. Favorite roles include Marianne in The Miser, Annelle in Steel Magnolias, Emily in Our Town, Angie in Top Girls, Cleo in A Girl’s Guide to Chaos and Laurie in Brighton Beach Memoirs. She has also performed in countless musicals including, Into the Woods, Carnival, Carousel, Can-Can, The Wizard of Oz, He Lived the Good Life and many more. Paige also performed as a vocalist in the Minneapolis area before moving to Arizona. She sang on a popular radio jingle for the MN State Fair and was hired as a soloist for countless weddings.

            MISSION


            A theater company created by a mom who

            understands the unique needs of families.

             

            Paige Productions Youth Theater is an exciting place where kids & teens can find fresh performance opportunities in the Fountain Hills & Scottsdale areas. This company works under a limited rehearsal schedule allowing students to participate in theater year-round. This format allows them to participate in other shows, school activities, studio dance programs and sports, while prepping for a theatrical production.


            "Paige Productions is a great place for BUSY KIDS!"


            The flexible rehearsal schedule allows kids to travel with their family on breaks

            and gets kids home early on school nights.


            We are happy to work around other activities & shows as much as possible. Our goal is to provide performing arts opportunities for busy kids, and help young performers make up for lost time due to the pandemic.