About

• From 11-18 years
• Stage a show in just two weeks
• Turbocharge your theatre skills
• No auditions to be involved
• Perform at the Playhouse Theatre

Back by popular demand is Exitleft's Summer Musical Theatre Program. Open to anyone aged 11 to 18 who studies/has Singing, Acting or Dance experience. There are no auditions to be involved and the show will be rehearsed over an intensive two weeks before being performed at the Playhouse Theatre, 15-18 Jan 2026.

Please choose wisely, as registrations for the Exitleft Summer Musical Theatre Intensive are non-refundable. 

THE SHOW

The 2026 show will be Disney's classic tale of THE LITTLE MERMAID JR. 

ReHEARSALS and Performances

• Monday 5 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
• Tuesday 6 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
• Wednesday 7 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
• Thursday 8 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
• Friday 9 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
   
• Monday 12 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the ExitLeft Studio
• Tuesday 13 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre
• Wednesday 14 Jan 9:30am - 4:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre
• Thursday 15 Jan 9:30am - 3:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre (2pm Performance)
• Friday 16 Jan 12:00pm - 6:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre (2pm & 5pm Performances)
• Saturday 17 Jan 12:00pm - 6:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre (2pm & 5pm Performances)
• Sunday  18 Jan 12:00pm -3:30pm @ the Playhouse Theatre (2pm Performance)

Please note: There will be a 1-hour lunch break each day around 12:30pm - 1:30pm.
Students are able to leave the studio during the break to purchase lunch if they wish.

FAQ

My child is 10 years or under can they take part? No, we've found that the younger students haven't quite reached the social developmental stage to be able to work in this senior student-focused program.

My child is neurodivergent, should they take part? Students will be learning scripts, songs and choreography as part of the show. They will be working at a fast pace, the rehearsal room will be noisy, there will be specific costume, hair and makeup and they will need to be able to work as a team, focus and follow direction quickly. If you aren’t sure whether this environment will work for them please have a chat with us before signing up.

I don’t want to be onstage, but I’m interested in helping behind the scenes? We’d love to hear from you! In particular, we have opportunities for students to learn about the backstage areas of stage management, lighting & followspot, sound & cuelab/technical setup, set/prop construction and crewing on the show.

Location

Rehearsals will take place at the Exitleft Studio, which is located on Level 1, 46 Murray Street, Hobart. We will also be at the Playhouse Theatre, which is located at 106 Bathurst Street, Hobart.

By registering my student for this program I have read and understood the following terms and conditions:

• I as parent/guardian give permission for my student to participate in Exitleft's Summer Musical Theatre Intensive, 5-18 Jan 2026.
• Once a registration has been purchased no refund or credit note is possible.
• Should ExitLeft need to cancel a program a full refund, credit or transfer to another course will be offered.
• Substitutions of participants can be made prior to December 20, 2025 by notifying ExitLeft in writing and providing substitute participants are eligible for the program.
• Students are expected to approach rehearsals and performances with a positive attitude, participate and follow all reasonable directions by tutors and staff, behave appropriately and treat everyone with respect at all times. Failure to do so may result in students being dismissed from the program. No refund will be applicable.
• Parts of the program may take place in locations other than the Studio.
• I give permission to Exitleft for the name and likeness, photography, video and/or audio recording of my student to be used for teaching purposes, usage in promotional and publicity material to promote this program, and on social media.
• I give permission for my student to leave the studio during breaks if they wish.
• If student is unwell, please keep them home on the day and contact us via info at exitleft.com.au. Missing two or more days may lead to the need for reduced involvement in the show and/or changes in the student's role.

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