Competition Team (ages 8 – 18)
The FAOPA Competition Team, established in the fall of 2021, is an audition-based group designed for talented performers aged 8 to 18. This dynamic team travels across the United States, collaborating from July to May to create a cohesive, competition-worthy 13-15 minute performance piece. Members gain invaluable skills in pantomime, character development, ensemble and solo vocal techniques, challenging choreography, and technical production elements. Throughout its short yet impressive history, the team has earned numerous accolades, including platinum medals for Broadway productions, MainStage performances, invitations to prestigious international festivals, and a variety of adjudicator awards. The team consistently achieves high placements in competitions for showtunes, medleys, and ensemble productions, alongside numerous individual awards for its dedicated members, showcasing the exceptional talent and dedication of FAOPA students.
Competition Team 2026-2027
Interested in Joining the Competition Team 2026-2027?
We are excited to announce information for the upcoming 2026-2027 Competition Team
Audition for our Nationally Award-Winning Competition Team! Virtual Auditions are due May 20, 2026 by 7pm. Please read all the Audition Requirements – make sure to submit everything required. Click Below to see Audition Requirements.
Click Here for Audition Requirements for FAOPA Competition Team
All auditioning students should prepare the following materials:
- One Minute Audition Song: Choose a song that showcases your vocal ability. Please keep your performance to one minute.
- One Minute Monologue: Select a monologue that highlights your acting skills. Ensure that your monologue and song are contrasting to demonstrate your range and versatility.
- Resume: Include a resume detailing your performance experience, training, and any related skills.
- Headshot: Provide a recent headshot. It does not need to be professional, but it should clearly represent your appearance.
- Audition Form: Complete the following form so we may have the correct contact information.
- Dance Audition: Please email Danielle@faopa.org for dance audition information.
- Eligibility Requirement: Students should have been involved in at least one previous FAOPA production.
You will submit the following into the Audition Dropbox – Submissions folder: Audition Song, Monologue, Resume, Headshot, and Dance Audition. Please label all your submissions with your name. You will complete the audition form through the Audition Form link.
We look forward to seeing your talent and creativity!
Please email Danielle at Danielle@faopa.org with any questions and for required materials (dance audition materials).
Competition Team 2025-2026
Beetlejuice Jr.
It’s our show now, kid. The ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in Beetlejuice JR., the frightfully funny musical based on the beloved motion picture turned Broadway phenomenon. Lydia Deetz is a strange and unusual teenager, still grieving the loss of her mother and obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, she and her father move to a new house haunted by a recently deceased couple and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. When Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse, this double-crossing specter shows his true stripes, unleashing a (Nether)world of pandemonium.
Newsies Jr.
Disney’s Newsies JR. is a 60-minute version of the 2012 Broadway musical, based on the 1992 film. Inspired by the rousing true story of newsboys in turn-of-the-century New York City, Newsies JR. features a Tony Award-winning score by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman and a book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein.
When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys’ expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.
Newsies Jr. – JTF 2026 – Excellence Award for Best in Pod
Praise from our JTF Adjudicators
Florida Academy’s Newsies did a phenomenal job showing the technique and artistry of these young dancers. Likewise, Charlotte Godin as Katherine was a festival star, showing finesse and confidence beyond her years. She and so many others in this company are heading toward great success! These young artists are learning valuable skills needed to excel as competitive performers. They’re not only passionate, but talented singers, dancers, and actors. I was impressed by their storytelling, and their ability to maintain stamina, and control throughout this high-energy show! I also appreciate that students are given opportunities to excel behind the scenes here and try their skills as developing choreographers and leaders.
A knockout presentation from start to finish! Incredible balance of acting, singing, dancing that unified in a phenomenally powerful performance. I was truly in tears at the work of these young artists! This is a top tier program! They are harvesting smart, kind, and empowered young humans who are ready to make a difference in the world. There is clearly a high standard being held not just in terms of artistic training but of kindness, focus, and discipline that will undeniably be helpful as these students navigate their futures.
It’s hard to choose only one positive thing about this performance as it was so impressive all around. I was immediately drawn in by the characterization in front of me and was on the edge of my seat! Florida Academy of Performing Arts is creating true triple threats! Their performance highlighted that acting is at the heart of all of their training and I’m so excited to see what they will do next!
Class Schedule
| Ages | 8-18 (senior in high school) |
| Time |
Mondays, 4-6pm Tech: Friday, May 15, 2026 |
| Performance(s) |
Beetlejuice Jr. – Saturday, May 16, 2026 Newsies Jr. – Sunday, May 17, 2026 |
| Director(s) | Heather Stump, Kathryn Stump, and Noah Stump |
Past Productions Gallery
- Competition 2021-2022 Junie B Jones Jr.
- Competition 2022-2023 Children of Eden Jr.
- Competition 2023-2024 Once on This Island Jr.
- Competition 2024-2025 Imaginary
- Competition 2025-2026 Newsies Jr. & Beetlejuice Jr.
