Kids Needed for "School of Rock" Musical
Seeking talents ages 10-14 years old for the "School of Rock" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Based on the hit 2003 film, School of Rock follows Dewey Finn, a failed wannabe rock star who is down on his luck. After Dewey is kicked out of his band, and threatened with eviction, his fortunes take a turn for the better when he intercepts a phone call meant for his flatmate, Ned Schneebly. He quickly decides to make a bit of cash and pose as Ned to take up a supply teaching post at Horace Green, a prestigious prep school. He is horrified to discover that his straight-laced and straight-A students haven’t a clue about rock and roll, and he makes it his mission to educate them. Dewey realizes they are a talented bunch and he decides to mold them into a rock band and enter the upcoming Battle of the Bands competition. However, he needs to do all of this away from the prying eyes of the school’s principal, Rosalie Mullins. Along the way, Dewey finds romance, self-worth, a proper job, and, most importantly, he teaches the children and their parents the beauty of rock! Additional info: Do you play an instrument? Directors are specifically looking for upper elementary/middle school-aged kids who can play the electric guitar, bass guitar, piano/keyboard, or drums. You don't have to be a gifted musician...just willing to work hard, learn, and have loads of fun! Don't play an instrument? That's okay, too! Directors need lots of vocals! If interested, please apply.
13 roles
(Band Manager, Mezzo Soprano): Summer is a high-achieving girl who hates nonsense. Initially, she absolutely despises Dewey, but comes to love the band—or, perhaps, the power that comes with it—and is willing to do anything to see it achieve. Summer is one of the brightest students at Horace Green. Throughout the show, she is convinced that winning the "Battle of the Bands" will look good on her college application.
(Guitarist, Tenor): Zack is the band’s lead guitarist and also a talented songwriter. He desperately wants to impress his father, who’s usually too busy with work to take an interest in his family.
(Keyboardist): Lawrence is an unconfident boy and is also gluten intolerant. He initially believes that he isn't cool enough to be a part of the band, but Dewey is able to convince him that he's amazing.
(Drummer, Tenor): Freddy is a rambunctious boy, as shown when he repeatedly slams cymbals together disruptively during music class. He is constantly told he isn't intelligent—by both his own father and Summer—but Freddy and Dewey both think that he's intelligent in a different way, and that Freddy's father just doesn't see that.
(Bassist): Katie is a quiet, serious girl who keeps mostly to herself. She plays the cello at school, but is quick to pick up the bass at Dewey's encouragement. She is stone-faced when she plays, and takes her instrument and the band very seriously, although not as much as Summer takes managing.
(Vocals, Mezzo Soprano): Tomika transfers to Horace Green after being accepted from the waiting list. She is shy and doesn't speak to anyone at school, and feels as though she's not as intelligent as the other students. However, it turns out that she is a highly gifted singer and becomes the secondary singer in School of Rock, behind only Dewey.
(Backup Vocals): Shonelle and Marcy are quieter girls who tend to blend into the background. They are School of Rock's backup singers, and also talented dancers. (Their film counterparts are Alicia and Marta.)
(Backup Vocals): Shonelle and Marcy are quieter girls who tend to blend into the background. They are School of Rock's backup singers, and also talented dancers. (Their film counterparts are Alicia and Marta.)
(Stylist, Tenor): Billy is flamboyant and artistic with a love of style and fashion magazines. He is disgusted with Dewey's outfit choices and how no one else in the band shares his artistic vision, but is confident in his styling choices regardless.
(Tech): Mason is a super-smart, nerdy, tech-savvy boy who designs all the lighting and special effects for the band using his laptop. (His film counterpart is Gordon.)
(Security): James becomes the band's security guard. During rehearsals, Dewey has him stand near the door, and if James sees anyone potentially who might blow School of Rock's cover, he has the job of alerting the rest of the band so they can hide the instruments. (His film counterpart is Frankie.)
(Roadies): Sophie and Madison are School of Rock's roadies, but since the band doesn't go on tour, they are essentially backup dancers. Each girl is a talented dancer, and they could often be found together, much like Marcy and Shonelle. (Their film counterparts are Eleni and Michelle.)
(Roadies): Sophie and Madison are School of Rock's roadies, but since the band doesn't go on tour, they are essentially backup dancers. Each girl is a talented dancer, and they could often be found together, much like Marcy and Shonelle. (Their film counterparts are Eleni and Michelle.)