ACT 1 Inc. · 2026–2027 Season
How To Train
Your Dragon
Live On Stage
Some heroes are born to fly.
- January 4 – 29, 2027
- Ages 8–18
- Audition-Only Intensive
Welcome to Berk — where Vikings are fierce, dragons rule the skies, and one unlikely hero is about to change everything. Join Hiccup, Toothless, and a village full of unforgettable characters in a story about courage, friendship, and daring to see the world differently. ACT 1’s production invites young performers to soar as actors, singers, and storytellers in one of the most beloved adventures of a generation.
The ACT 1 Standard
Every Viking finds their wings here
Learn to Fly
Step into an adventure of daring flights, roaring battles, and heart — brought to life through bold, physical storytelling.
Stronger Together
Like Hiccup and Toothless, our performers discover that the best stories — and the bravest leaps — happen side by side.
Find Your Fire
Grow in confidence, voice, acting, and stage presence — and leave with the spark that changes how you see yourself.
The Commitment
The Road to Flight
Training a dragon takes courage. Training a cast takes commitment. Here’s the full journey — from our first rehearsal to the moment Berk takes flight. Cast members are expected at every call.
January 2027
A note on commitment: this is an intensive, and the schedule is the training. Full attendance is what allows us to hold a professional standard — and what makes flight night unforgettable. Please review these dates carefully with your family before registering to audition.
The Cast
Meet the Vikings & Dragons
Berk is a village of mighty warriors, misfit inventors, and the most feared creatures in the world — who might just become our greatest friends. Whether you were born to lead a village, crack the perfect joke, or become a dragon through movement and imagination, there’s a place for every performer in this story.
Lead Roles
Hiccup
HeroThe clever, kind-hearted misfit of Berk whose curiosity changes the world — and proves the bravest weapon is understanding.
Toothless
DragonThe legendary Night Fury — fierce, curious, and deeply loyal. A once-in-a-lifetime physical role told entirely through movement, expression, and imagination.
Astrid
HeroBerk’s fiercest young warrior — driven, sharp, and unstoppable, with a loyalty that runs deeper than her competitive streak.
Stoick the Vast
Viking ChiefThe mighty chief of Berk and Hiccup’s father — a mountain of a leader learning that strength and love speak different languages.
Gobber
VikingBerk’s one-of-a-kind blacksmith, dragon-training instructor, and comic heart — equal parts wisdom and chaos.
Featured Roles
Snotlout
Berk’s loudest, most confident trainee — all swagger, zero self-awareness.
Fishlegs
The lovable dragon-statistics expert who knows every fact and fears every fight.
Ruffnut
One half of Berk’s most destructive duo — chaos with a braid.
Tuffnut
The other half — equally destructive, eternally arguing, endlessly funny.
Spitelout
Snotlout’s boastful father and one of Stoick’s fiercest warriors.
Gothi
Berk’s silent, all-knowing elder — an entire performance told in gestures.
Stormfly
Astrid’s swift, sharp-spined Deadly Nadder.
Hookfang
Snotlout’s fiery Monstrous Nightmare — the dragon who listens to no one.
Meatlug
Fishlegs’ sweet, boulder-shaped Gronckle with a heart of gold.
Barf & Belch
The twins’ two-headed Zippleback — a partner role that’s pure ensemble magic.
The Red Death
The colossal terror ruling the dragons’ nest — a spectacular ensemble creation.
Viking Warriors
The shield-bearing defenders of Berk, front and center in every battle.
Ensemble
Vikings of Berk
The heart of the village — bold, loud, and loyal, filling every scene with life and thunder.
Dragon Trainees
The next generation of Berk, learning in the ring — and learning that everything they were taught might be wrong.
Dragons of the Wild
Nadders, Gronckles, Zipplebacks, and more — movement-driven roles that turn performers into legends.
Villagers & Elders
The keepers of Berk’s stories and traditions — character roles rich with comedy and color.
Creatures of Sea & Sky
The wild world beyond the village — imaginative ensemble storytelling at its most inventive.
Casting Philosophy at ACT 1
At ACT 1, we believe every performer deserves meaningful opportunities to shine. How To Train Your Dragon offers a flexible cast structure that allows us to expand roles, reduce doubling, and showcase the unique talents of our students. While not every performer plays a lead, every performer plays an essential role in bringing Berk — and its dragons — to life.