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Young Talent Wanted for Singing Audition "School of Rock"

Minneapolis, MN, United States
ID: 614588Exp: 9/26/2026
Description:

Opportunities available for young singers in "School of Rock". See the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Based on the hit movie, the Broadway musical School of Rock is a high-voltage musical comedy about finding your voice. When struggling rocker Dewey Finn poses as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school, he transforms a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping rock band—sensationally performed live by the production’s young actors with roof-raising energy. What begins as a wild plan to win a cash prize becomes an unforgettable journey of confidence, creativity, and rock ’n’ roll. With an electrifying score and infectious spirit, this feel-good hit celebrates music, individuality, and staying true to yourself.   Additional info: First Rehearsal: March 30, 2027 First Preview: May 4, 2027 Opening Performance: May 7, 2027 Closing Performance: June 27, 2027 Rehearse Tuesday through Saturday—Students may be called in between 4:30 and 9:30 pm Tuesday-Friday and between 10:00 am and 7:30 pm on Saturdays. Tech rehearsals run from 12:00 to 10:00 pm. Performances are typically scheduled as 10:30 am student matinees and 7:00 pm public performances Wednesday-Friday, and 11:00/2:00 or 2:00/5:00 on Saturdays and Sundays. Familiarity with the listed musical instruments is a plus but not required. If you have the instrument associated with the role you are interested in, please bring it to the audition. The directors will have a drum pad available for percussionists. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested, please apply.

13 roles

Summer HathawaFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Confident and outspoken. Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning the Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application. Range A3-D5

Zack MooneyhamMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Onstage guitar Range A3-D5

TomikaMale12-18 y.o.White / Caucasian

New girl Tomika is struggling to fit in at Horace Green. She conquers her shyness to reveal her phenomenal singing ability, and becomes a lead vocalist alongside Dewey in the band. Range A3-G5

LawrenceMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Awkward and lacking in confidence, Lawrence is hesitant to attempt something “cool” like joining a band, but he soon turns out to be a fantastic keyboardist. Onstage Piano/Keyboard Range A3-D#5

Freddy HamiltonMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise, making him a great drummer. His own father doesn’t see his ability, constantly belittling his son. Onstage Drums Range A3-D5

KatieFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Quiet and series, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band. Onstage Bass Guitar Range A3-D#5

MarcyFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Quiet with an angelic voice, Marcy is a backup singer and dancer for the band. Range A3-G5

ShonelleMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Quiet with an angelic voice, Shonelle is a backup singer and dancer for the band. Range A3-G5

MasonMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop. Range A3-D5

BillyMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Flamboyant and artistic, Billy has a passionate interest in fashion, even though his father wants him to be a footballer like the other men in his family. He designs the band’s costumes. Range A3-D5

JamesMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

James is tough and reliable, making him a good security guard for the band. Mostly, he keeps an eye out for anyone coming while the band are secretly rehearsing! Range A3-D5

SophieMale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Sophie is technically one of the band’s roadies, but also serves as a backup dancer for the performances.

MadisonFemale12-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Madison is technically one of the band’s roadies, but also serves as a backup dancer for the performances.