Casting Kids and Teens for "School of Rock—The Musical"
The production team is seeking actors, singers and live musicians for this production. Auditions are open to performers ages 9 and up and will be held in two rounds. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: “School of Rock—The Musical” follows wannabe rock star Dewey Finn, who, desperate for cash, poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. Instead of sticking to the curriculum, he transforms a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. But can he get them to the Battle of the Bands without their parents and the school’s headmistress finding out? Additional info: Eight performances from June 13 through June 22, 2025. Student Roles: Instrumentalists Auditions for these four roles are open to ages 9-16 (older students must be able to play younger). Some roles traditionally written for a specific gender may be cast differently based on the performer’s strengths. Prior acting or singing experience is not required—we’re primarily seeking confident young musicians who are ready to bring energy and personality to their performance. Student Roles: Non-Instrumentalists Auditions for the following roles are open to ages 9-14 (older students must be able to play younger). Virtual auditions for these roles will consist of a vocal audition at this time. Vocal Auditions: Please download the vocal tracks and sheet music in the google drive link below. Please learn the sheet music from measure 1-28. A source track, piano melody guide, and accompaniment track are also included. Please learn the music and record it using the accompaniment track. If interested, please apply.
45 roles
Zack is angry that his dad doesn’t listen to him and has a passion for music ready to burst out from inside of him. He knows he has more in him than he has ever been able to show. Several guitar solo moments.
A shy, under confident boy, but a genius on the keyboard, who needs a free spirit like Dewey to lead him into the light. Serious piano skills needed.
Freddy has lots of energy ready to be let out. He’s not as put together as some of his classmates and his dad always reminds him how lucky he is to go to such a good school. KILLER DRUMMER with a LOT of personality.
A cool, collected girl, Katie is distinguished by her talent for the bass. Guitarists, cellists and violinists are encouraged to apply.
New to the school, Tomika struggles to make friends despite her two Dads pushing her forwards. Tomika barely speaks until she finally summons the courage to open her mouth and sing out, so we have to be blown away by her sound.
Top of the class and things always go her way – she can’t imagine it will ever be any other way. She helps organize the band and keeps Dewey on his toes.
Clever and sassy girls. Backup singers with style.
Clever and sassy girls. Backup singers with style.
An artistic boy with a flair for fashion but who wrestles with other challenges at home.
As eager as the others to enjoy school instead of dreading it. He is a whizz on the technical side.
Serves as security for the band, and he is going to make sure no one messes with these rockstars in training.
An original. High rock tenor with great comedic skills, basic guitar (or other rock instruments) is a plus.
A rock chick imprisoned in the body and life of a stern and correct headmistress. Soprano with operatic skills and a strong belt.
Ned was once as keen on rock as Dewey, but failure has beaten him down. He clings to his girlfriend, Patty, as the one sure thing in a sea of regrets. Rock voice.
Patty is a hard woman who knows what she wants, and she doesn’t want Dewey. Not in her life. Not in Ned’s life. Her dislike of Dewey is the strongest thing about her. Strong belt voice
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