5th Grade Musical

SPEF 5th Grade Musical

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SPUSD 5th Grade students will go on a journey with Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters as they spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.

Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers,

and he must also guard an abandoned egg that’s been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!

Since 2011, SPEF has hired Upstage Theatre Schools to be the production team for SPEF’s 5th Grade Musical. Upstage Theatre Schools is a provider of performing arts education for young people aged 5-15 years old in many Southern Californian locations, including South Pasadena. Upstage 5th Grade Musical Staff are vaccinated. For more information on Upstage go to https://www.upstageschools.com.

Last Musical – Matilda Jr.

In 2020, The 5th Grade Musical looked a little different, but our 5th graders worked hard to bring you the best Matilda Musical Showcase – pandemic style. Donate any amount to SPEF to support SPEF’s 5th Grade Musical (no amount is too small) and as a thank you SPEF is sharing the link below to watch the 5th grade stars of last year’s ‘Matilda’ Showcase. Shout out to the amazing Upstage Team who made sure The Show Must Go On!

5th Grade Musical the Matilda Showcase

Donate Here to the 5th Grade Musical

Registration Info

2021-2022 Registration opens Oct 6, 9am – Oct 8, 12pm

5GM Rehearsal Calendar

5GM Info Packet

5GM Zoom Meeting Notes

Our 5GM Sponsors

About the SPEF 5th Grade Musical Program

The Fifth Grade Musical is a South Pasadena tradition that brings together students from all three elementary schools. This fall, fifth-grade students will begin rehearsing a popular musical, in preparation for performances February 4-6.

Character Development

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Vocal training

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Dance

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Stage Experience

Limited Enrollment & Expectations

Due to the overwhelming popularity of the program, enrollment is limited and will take place during an enrollment window this fall. Information, including calendar of rehearsals is posted to this page. Students should be available to attend all planned rehearsals.

Parent Volunteers – proof of vaccination

We value our parent (and sometime grandparent) volunteers! From supervising rehearsals to designing t-shirt & poster or helping with costumes they make this musical possible. For this year’s musical, any parents volunteering for SPEF in on campus roles in contact with students must show SPEF proof of vaccination. Others can help support the show helping with non-campus volunteering including sewing costumes at home, t-shirt design, distributing posters around town or by purchasing the volunteer buyout option when registering.

The 5th Grade Musical production is self-sustaining with all staff and expenses covered by ticket sales and student tuition for the program. It is made possible through the high-level of involvement from parent volunteers who handle everything from supervising rehearsals and designing posters to applying makeup and working backstage and props.

SPEF 5GM FAQ’s

Who Can Register

Registration is open to current SPUSD 5th grade students.

How to Register

How to Register:

Registration is open from Wednesday, October 6, 9am – Friday, October 8, 12pm midday
Registration is online at https://spef4kids.campbrainregistration.com
If new to SPEF programs, you can create an account now and add household information
On Wednesday, October 6 log in to your account. At 9am, a 5th Grade Musical 2021-22 ‘Start Application’ button will appear. Refresh your browser if you logged in before 9am
Select/Add the student you want to register & update their grade
Add SPEF’s 5th Grade Musical to your cart
Select your student’s T-Shirt size (included in tuition)
Add any other options you would like:

- Add extra t-shirts ($20 each)
- Buy an Early-bird ‘Congratulations’ program advertisement ($50)
- Donate to SPEF
- Sponsor the Musical – General Sponsor ($125), Performance Sponsor ($250)

Next, select at least one committee you’ll help volunteer with. Select Volunteer Buyout if you are unable to volunteer due to work or family commitments. These are the options:

- Costumes & Makeup
- Rehearsal Supervision
- T-shirt & Poster Design
- Props & Backstage
- Performance Support – Tickets, Ushers
- Chair or Co-Chair a committee
- Volunteer Buyout ($125)

Complete Household/Publicity Waiver, Medical & School Forms
Tuition is $575. Select a Payment method:

- Credit card in full
- Credit card by installment – $75 Deposit, Installments 10/22, 11/12, 12/10,1/7
- Cash/Check at the SPEF office by October 8, 12pm
- Tuition Assistance is available – Email SPEF before registration with questions

Your registration is not complete until you press submit
You will receive a confirmation email once you press submit. Check your spam
By Registering, you agree to SPEF’s Refund, Attendance & Publicity Policies

The registration portal will close on Friday, October 8 at 12pm

Parent Information Meeting

We will hold a Parent Information Meeting by Zoom on Tuesday, September 28 from 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM. Join members of SPEF & Upstage to get answers to any questions not covered in this handout. For privacy we are not making the link public but have sent it to 5th grade parents in the handout.

Attendance, Behavior & Supervision Policy

The Attendance Policy requires that students are available to attend all hours of planned rehearsals, unless ill. Rehearsals are most Wednesdays & Fridays from October to February, and Saturday afternoons in January. Please review the Rehearsal Calendar at www.SPEF4kids.org to confirm your student is available all planned hours.
At times, students will be required to watch others rehearse. The Behavior Policy requires that students be quiet and observant at this time, and show respect to fellow students, staff, and volunteers. Do not register your student if you think this might be a challenge for your student.
Supervision & Sign in/out policies also apply – Students must be supervised between school dismissal and the start of rehearsal, and Signed In & Out each rehearsal.

Wait List Policy

Registration is final once the portal closes or the program is full. If you would like to be put on the wait-list, please email bcox@spef4kids.org. Moving from the wait-list into the program is dependent on a student dropping from the program. There are no guarantees that being on the wait-list will result in your student getting into the program.
Email bcox@spef4kids.org if you need to drop your student from the musical. SPEF will offer Refund less $75 Admin fee until November 12.

Volunteer Committees

Select at least one committee you’ll help volunteer 20 hours with. Select Volunteer Buyout if you are unable to volunteer due to work or family commitments. These are the options:

SPEF PROVIDES FUNDS, ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS AND EQUIPMENT TO IMPROVE OUR STUDENTS’ EDUCATION. THIS IS POSSIBLE ONLY THROUGH THE GENEROSITY OF PEOPLE LIKE YOU.