The entry window for Open Call 2026 has now closed. Support our talented community and secure your tickets to the Live Finals on May 1 & 2. Awards will be presented on stage at the 7pm performance on May 2.

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Awards
Grand Prize – $5,000
Second Place – $2,500
Audience Favorite – $2,500
Talent Achievement – $750

Finalist stipends
Solo – $250
Duet – $500
Small Group – $750
Ensemble – $1,000

Eligibility – Performers must:

• Be at least (8) years of age.

• Reside within a 45 mile radius of McCallum Theatre.

• Not generate fifty percent (50%) or more of your income from performing.

• Commit to the entire rehearsal/performance schedule below.

Schedule

Live Auditions: 
February 4, 2026 | by appointment
Finale Rehearsals: 
March 4, 2026 | 5pm – 8pm
March 14, 2026 | 9am – 4pm     
March 15, 2026 | 8am – 12:30pm
March 22, 2026 | 8am – 12:30pm
Video Shoot:  
March 30, 2026 | by appointment
April 6, 2026 | by appointment
Run Individual Acts:
April 17, 2026 | 4pm -9pm
Rehearsals: 
April 27, 2026 – April 30, 2026 | 4pm – 9pm
Performances: 
May 1, 2026 7pm 
May 2, 2026 2pm & 7pm

For more information contact Tessa Gregory-Walker, Manager – Education Programs, at tessagw@mccallum-theatre.org.