Los Alamitos, CA
EXTRACURRICULAR
An immersive theatrical high school experience.
Class is in session. EXTRACURRICULAR is a ground-breaking immersive musical that transforms the actual campus of Los Alamitos High School into a living stage. Moving beyond the traditional proscenium, this site-specific developmental workshop production invites the audience to step directly into the diverse and often unseen world of student life beyond academics. The Experience: A "Back to School" Journey Your journey begins in the high school lobby for an authentic "Back to School" event. Upon arrival, you will be sorted into your classes—joining the ranks of the Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors. Guided by our "Spirit Squad," you will follow a linear narrative that travels through the gymnasium, corridors, a rotation of active classrooms, the library, and the cafeteria, before reaching a powerful conclusion in the school’s theater. A Professional Laboratory Led by Broadway veteran Thomas Schultheis (Grease!, Disney Imagination Campus), this workshop production is a high-level professional incubator. The production brings together a powerhouse creative team and a dynamic company featuring national tour talent, including Erin Choi (Frozen) and William Ansel Spitz (The Sound of Music), to refine the mechanics of site-specific storytelling. Don't just watch the musical—experience the hallways where the story happens. Performance Schedule: Friday, June 19, 2026: Matinee & Evening Performances (2pm & 6pm) Saturday, June 20, 2026: Matinee & Evening Performances (2pm & 6pm) The Creative Team: Creator/Director: Thomas Schultheis Composer/Lyricist: Elizabeth Setzer Producer: Michael Warga Music Director: DJ Rhodes The Company: Featuring Erin Choi, William Ansel Spitz, Parker Apple, Delilah Mae Bank, AJ Buechler, Rhiannon Carlson, Valentina Crain, Isabella Domanchich, Adilynn Garcia, Lulu Grey, Lola Sofia Ivie-Valle, Aiden Khalek, Madeline Mae Lincoln, Henry Vicente Mercker, Olivia Nordstrom, Evan Pagán, Emma Rose Somers, Emerson Thomas-Gregory, George Vagujhelyi, and Hannah Mackenzie Wasacz. Follow the journey on Instagram @extracurricular.experience for updates and behind-the-scenes content.
Audience Role
In EXTRACURRICULAR, you aren't just watching a story—you are enrolled in it. As a member of the Student Body, you will choose your class, defend your grade's honor at the Pep Rally, and face the pressure of the Pop Quiz Room. From the secrets shared in passed notes to the direct interactions during passing periods, your participation dictates the energy of the halls. Come prepared to compete for prizes, cheer for your peers, and lose yourself in a world where the bell never rings for a break, but for the next chapter of the story.
Ages: 10 +
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About EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE, LLC.
EXTRACURRICULAR EXPERIENCE, LLC. is a multi-disciplinary production house dedicated to the development of original, site-specific theatrical works. Led by Broadway veteran and arts educator Thomas Schultheis, the organization specializes in 'inside-out' creative philosophies that bridge the gap between professional performance standards and immersive, high-concept storytelling. Our current flagship project, EXTRACURRICULAR, exemplifies our mission: transforming non-traditional spaces—such as active high school campuses—into living laboratories for new musical development. By prioritizing high-value professional workshops and collaborative world-building, we aim to redefine how audiences and artists interact within the modern musical theatre landscape.