AUDITIONS
- Monday, July 11, 2022 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
PERFORMANCES
September 9 – 25, 2022
Additional promotional appearances TBA.
Cast members must be available for every performance. No exceptions.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- When you arrive prior to 7:00 PM, you will be given an audition form to fill out and return.
- Please bring your schedule/calendar and be prepared to write down any conflicts you may have between now and the final performance date.
- The director will say a few words before auditions begin and then they will call you up to audition.
- You will be asked to perform a memorized vocal selection (32 measures only). Bring sheet music. A piano player will be provided.
- Introduce yourself and the material you will be performing and then give it all you’ve got.
- Once you are finished, you are free to leave.
- If the creative team wants to see more from you, they will call you back on Wednesday night to read, sing, and/or dance.
- The final Cast List will be posted by noon on Thursday, July 14, 2022 both on our Facebook page and at SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org
ABOUT THE SHOW
Welcome to the Renaissance! Set in the 1590’s, where the Black Plague has ceded power to the Puritans, farthingales and codpieces are the latest fashion trend, and the biggest celebrity in England is a playwright named William Shakespeare. Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are trying to keep their acting company afloat as they set out to write the world’s very first musical, but amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self. This outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce features large song and dance numbers and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters!
AUDITIONS
- Monday, July 11, 2022 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
PERFORMANCES
September 9 – 25, 2022
Additional promotional appearances TBA.
Cast members must be available for every performance. No exceptions.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- When you arrive prior to 7:00 PM, you will be given an audition form to fill out and return.
- Please bring your schedule/calendar and be prepared to write down any conflicts you may have between now and the final performance date.
- The director will say a few words before auditions begin and then they will call you up to audition.
- You will be asked to perform a memorized vocal selection (32 measures only). Bring sheet music. A piano player will be provided.
- Introduce yourself and the material you will be performing and then give it all you’ve got.
- Once you are finished, you are free to leave.
- If the creative team wants to see more from you, they will call you back on Wednesday night to read, sing, and/or dance.
- The final Cast List will be posted by noon on Thursday, July 14, 2022 both on our Facebook page and at SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org
ABOUT THE SHOW
Welcome to the Renaissance! Set in the 1590’s, where the Black Plague has ceded power to the Puritans, farthingales and codpieces are the latest fashion trend, and the biggest celebrity in England is a playwright named William Shakespeare. Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are trying to keep their acting company afloat as they set out to write the world’s very first musical, but amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self. This outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce features large song and dance numbers and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters!
AUDITIONS
- Monday, July 11, 2022 at 7:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 12, 2022 at 7:00 PM
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, July 13, 2022 at 7:00 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
PERFORMANCES
September 9 – 25, 2022
Additional promotional appearances TBA.
Cast members must be available for every performance. No exceptions.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- When you arrive prior to 7:00 PM, you will be given an audition form to fill out and return.
- Please bring your schedule/calendar and be prepared to write down any conflicts you may have between now and the final performance date.
- The director will say a few words before auditions begin and then they will call you up to audition.
- You will be asked to perform a memorized vocal selection (32 measures only). Bring sheet music. A piano player will be provided.
- Introduce yourself and the material you will be performing and then give it all you’ve got.
- Once you are finished, you are free to leave.
- If the creative team wants to see more from you, they will call you back on Wednesday night to read, sing, and/or dance.
- The final Cast List will be posted by noon on Thursday, July 14, 2022 both on our Facebook page and at SpringfieldLittleTheatre.org
ABOUT THE SHOW
Welcome to the Renaissance! Set in the 1590’s, where the Black Plague has ceded power to the Puritans, farthingales and codpieces are the latest fashion trend, and the biggest celebrity in England is a playwright named William Shakespeare. Brothers Nick and Nigel Bottom are trying to keep their acting company afloat as they set out to write the world’s very first musical, but amidst the scandalous excitement of opening night, the Bottom brothers realize that reaching the top means being true to thine own self. This outrageous, crowd-pleasing musical farce features large song and dance numbers and a wacky cast of over-the-top characters!
Get a jump-start on the competition by attending audition workshops!
An Audition Preparatory Workshop for Springfield Little Theatre’s production of SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL will be offered Wednesday, July 27, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at The Judy.
Whether it’s your first audition or your 20th, everyone can benefit from a show’s audition workshop! Learn how to choose the material that’s best for you, develop your cold reading skills, improve your vocal selections, survive a dance audition, and make your very best impression!
Participants are asked to prepare a one-minute vocal selection and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. If you need help finding a selection that works for you, no worries, we can help you accomplish that at the workshop! A movement combination will also be taught, and participants will have the opportunity to explore cold readings, as well.
Get a jump-start on the competition by attending audition workshops!
An Audition Preparatory Workshop for Springfield Little Theatre’s production of SCHOOL OF ROCK THE MUSICAL will be offered Thursday, July 28, 2022, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM at The Judy.
Whether it’s your first audition or your 20th, everyone can benefit from a show’s audition workshop! Learn how to choose the material that’s best for you, develop your cold reading skills, improve your vocal selections, survive a dance audition, and make your very best impression!
Participants are asked to prepare a one-minute vocal selection and bring sheet music. An accompanist will be provided. If you need help finding a selection that works for you, no worries, we can help you accomplish that at the workshop! A movement combination will also be taught, and participants will have the opportunity to explore cold readings, as well.
Music and Lyrics by Tony Award Winner JASON ROBERT BROWN
Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 – KYLE RENICK, Artistic Director
Original Orchestration by BRIAN BESTERMAN and JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI • www.MTIShows.com
It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice … or take a stand … or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today, the SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (PARADE, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices that we make.
From the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, audiences meet a startling array of characters that range from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams … and a soulless marriage.
With a small, powerhouse cast and a driving, exquisitely crafted score that runs the gamut of today’s popular music, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre.
Music and Lyrics by Tony Award Winner JASON ROBERT BROWN
Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 – KYLE RENICK, Artistic Director
Original Orchestration by BRIAN BESTERMAN and JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI • www.MTIShows.com
It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice … or take a stand … or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today, the SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (PARADE, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices that we make.
From the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, audiences meet a startling array of characters that range from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams … and a soulless marriage.
With a small, powerhouse cast and a driving, exquisitely crafted score that runs the gamut of today’s popular music, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre.
AUDITIONS
- Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM – Open Instrumental Auditions
- Monday, August 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
- Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Instrumentalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who play Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums) – Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM Please prepare one classic rock selection that features your skills on your instrument. You will also be asked to play a small selection from the show. Keep an eye on the following link, which will be updated with those materials soon: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d70-4wilxWGmdii2pRcws70HRS4VlM2p?usp=sharing. You are also welcome to sing a musical selection at this audition, but it is not required. Guitarists and Bassists, please bring your own gear. A keyboard, amp, and drum kit will be provided.
Vocalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who sing) Monday, August 1 or Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM Please prepare a one-minute rock or musical theatre rock vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may accompany yourself on the provided keyboard or your own guitar. Dress in clothes that will allow you to move freely and be yourself! Kids will be led through a dance/movement call at auditions.
*NOTE: All actors who would like to be considered for the roles of Dewey, Zack, Lawrence, Freddie, or Katie MUST attend the instrumental call, and MAY attend the vocal call as well.
Please be prepared to list ALL conflicts between August 7 – October 23, 2022 on the audition form.
Springfield Little Theatre’s SCHOOL OF ROCK will be directed by Clayton Avery, choreographed by Hayden Gish, and music directed by Carla Wootton.
Please direct audition questions to Clayton Avery at eelnotyalc@gmail.com.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will typically be held Sunday – Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM A complete rehearsal schedule will be issued shortly after the show is cast. The first cast meeting/rehearsal will be held Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 PM; Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 21 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 PM.
All cast members are expected to be available for every single performance. No exceptions.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is a two-hour, two-act show, based on the hit Paramount movie. The show follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils 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?
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are available. We are seeking children ages 8 and up, young teens, and adults to fill the roles listed below.
All ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and capabilities are encouraged to audition.
THE ADULTS
DEWEY FINN [Onstage Guitar, Rock Tenor (B2-E5), Late 20s-40s] – A wannabe rock star with big dreams. Dewey finds himself in urgent need of some cash after getting kicked out of his band. He impersonates a teacher to land a job at the prestigious Horace Green prep school, where he turns his class of straight-A students into a rock group and enters them into the Battle of the Bands.
ROSALIE MULLINS [Soprano (A3-D6), Late 20s-50s] – Proper and a bit uptight, Rosalie is the headmistress of Horace Green School. She has a secret love of rock music, and yearns to recapture the carefree spirit of her youth.
NED SCHNEEBLY [Baritone (C3-F#4), Late 20’s to 40s] – Ned is an old friend of Dewey’s, and the two currently share an apartment with Ned’s girlfriend, Patty. He used to play in Dewey’s band, but is now a substitute teacher – who Dewey impersonates to get the job at Horace Green. Ned is still passionate about his music, but tends to let his bossy girlfriend Patty tell him what to do.
PATTY DIMARCO [Mezzo/Belt (B3-E5), Late 20s-40s] – Ned’s domineering girlfriend, who lives with Ned and Dewey. She calls the shots in their relationship, and isn’t too happy about Dewey’s presence in their apartment – or his influence on Ned.
THEO [Onstage Guitar Optional, Rock Tenor (D3-D5), 20s-30s] – The lead singer of No Vacancy, Dewey’s former band.
DOUG, BOB, and SNAKE [G3-D5, 20s-30s] – No Vacancy’s other band members
TEACHERS & PARENTS of Horace Green students
THE KIDS
SUMMER HATHAWAY[A3-D5] – Confident and outspoken, Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application.
ZACK MOONEYHAM [Onstage Guitar (A3-D5)] – 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.
TOMIKA [A3-G5] – 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.
LAWRENCE [Onstage Piano/Keyboard (A3-D#5)] – 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.
KATIE [Onstage Bass Guitar (A3-D#5)] – Quiet and serious, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band.
FREDDIE HAMILTON [Onstage Drums (A3-D5)] – Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise…perfect for a great drummer. Freddie’s own father doesn’t see their ability and is constantly belittling.
MARCY & SHONELLE [A3-G5] – Quiet girls with angelic voices, Marcy and Shonelle are the band’s backup singers and dancers.
MASON [A3-D5] – Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop.
BILLY [A3-D5] – 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.
JAMES [A3-D5] – 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 is secretly rehearsing.
SOPHIE [A3-D5] – Sophie is technically the band’s roadie, but also serves as a backup dancer during performances.
ADDITIONAL STUDENTS of Horace Green School
*Please be aware that children will use some adult language (PG-13) in this production.
AUDITIONS
- Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM – Open Instrumental Auditions
- Monday, August 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
- Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Instrumentalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who play Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums) – Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM Please prepare one classic rock selection that features your skills on your instrument. You will also be asked to play a small selection from the show. Keep an eye on the following link, which will be updated with those materials soon: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d70-4wilxWGmdii2pRcws70HRS4VlM2p?usp=sharing. You are also welcome to sing a musical selection at this audition, but it is not required. Guitarists and Bassists, please bring your own gear. A keyboard, amp, and drum kit will be provided.
Vocalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who sing) Monday, August 1 or Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM Please prepare a one-minute rock or musical theatre rock vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may accompany yourself on the provided keyboard or your own guitar. Dress in clothes that will allow you to move freely and be yourself! Kids will be led through a dance/movement call at auditions.
*NOTE: All actors who would like to be considered for the roles of Dewey, Zack, Lawrence, Freddie, or Katie MUST attend the instrumental call, and MAY attend the vocal call as well.
Please be prepared to list ALL conflicts between August 7 – October 23, 2022 on the audition form.
Springfield Little Theatre’s SCHOOL OF ROCK will be directed by Clayton Avery, choreographed by Hayden Gish, and music directed by Carla Wootton.
Please direct audition questions to Clayton Avery at eelnotyalc@gmail.com.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will typically be held Sunday – Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM A complete rehearsal schedule will be issued shortly after the show is cast. The first cast meeting/rehearsal will be held Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 PM; Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 21 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 PM.
All cast members are expected to be available for every single performance. No exceptions.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is a two-hour, two-act show, based on the hit Paramount movie. The show follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils 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?
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are available. We are seeking children ages 8 and up, young teens, and adults to fill the roles listed below.
All ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and capabilities are encouraged to audition.
THE ADULTS
DEWEY FINN [Onstage Guitar, Rock Tenor (B2-E5), Late 20s-40s] – A wannabe rock star with big dreams. Dewey finds himself in urgent need of some cash after getting kicked out of his band. He impersonates a teacher to land a job at the prestigious Horace Green prep school, where he turns his class of straight-A students into a rock group and enters them into the Battle of the Bands.
ROSALIE MULLINS [Soprano (A3-D6), Late 20s-50s] – Proper and a bit uptight, Rosalie is the headmistress of Horace Green School. She has a secret love of rock music, and yearns to recapture the carefree spirit of her youth.
NED SCHNEEBLY [Baritone (C3-F#4), Late 20’s to 40s] – Ned is an old friend of Dewey’s, and the two currently share an apartment with Ned’s girlfriend, Patty. He used to play in Dewey’s band, but is now a substitute teacher – who Dewey impersonates to get the job at Horace Green. Ned is still passionate about his music, but tends to let his bossy girlfriend Patty tell him what to do.
PATTY DIMARCO [Mezzo/Belt (B3-E5), Late 20s-40s] – Ned’s domineering girlfriend, who lives with Ned and Dewey. She calls the shots in their relationship, and isn’t too happy about Dewey’s presence in their apartment – or his influence on Ned.
THEO [Onstage Guitar Optional, Rock Tenor (D3-D5), 20s-30s] – The lead singer of No Vacancy, Dewey’s former band.
DOUG, BOB, and SNAKE [G3-D5, 20s-30s] – No Vacancy’s other band members
TEACHERS & PARENTS of Horace Green students
THE KIDS
SUMMER HATHAWAY[A3-D5] – Confident and outspoken, Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application.
ZACK MOONEYHAM [Onstage Guitar (A3-D5)] – 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.
TOMIKA [A3-G5] – 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.
LAWRENCE [Onstage Piano/Keyboard (A3-D#5)] – 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.
KATIE [Onstage Bass Guitar (A3-D#5)] – Quiet and serious, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band.
FREDDIE HAMILTON [Onstage Drums (A3-D5)] – Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise…perfect for a great drummer. Freddie’s own father doesn’t see their ability and is constantly belittling.
MARCY & SHONELLE [A3-G5] – Quiet girls with angelic voices, Marcy and Shonelle are the band’s backup singers and dancers.
MASON [A3-D5] – Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop.
BILLY [A3-D5] – 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.
JAMES [A3-D5] – 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 is secretly rehearsing.
SOPHIE [A3-D5] – Sophie is technically the band’s roadie, but also serves as a backup dancer during performances.
ADDITIONAL STUDENTS of Horace Green School
*Please be aware that children will use some adult language (PG-13) in this production.
AUDITIONS
- Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM – Open Instrumental Auditions
- Monday, August 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
- Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Instrumentalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who play Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums) – Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM Please prepare one classic rock selection that features your skills on your instrument. You will also be asked to play a small selection from the show. Keep an eye on the following link, which will be updated with those materials soon: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d70-4wilxWGmdii2pRcws70HRS4VlM2p?usp=sharing. You are also welcome to sing a musical selection at this audition, but it is not required. Guitarists and Bassists, please bring your own gear. A keyboard, amp, and drum kit will be provided.
Vocalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who sing) Monday, August 1 or Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM Please prepare a one-minute rock or musical theatre rock vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may accompany yourself on the provided keyboard or your own guitar. Dress in clothes that will allow you to move freely and be yourself! Kids will be led through a dance/movement call at auditions.
*NOTE: All actors who would like to be considered for the roles of Dewey, Zack, Lawrence, Freddie, or Katie MUST attend the instrumental call, and MAY attend the vocal call as well.
Please be prepared to list ALL conflicts between August 7 – October 23, 2022 on the audition form.
Springfield Little Theatre’s SCHOOL OF ROCK will be directed by Clayton Avery, choreographed by Hayden Gish, and music directed by Carla Wootton.
Please direct audition questions to Clayton Avery at eelnotyalc@gmail.com.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will typically be held Sunday – Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM A complete rehearsal schedule will be issued shortly after the show is cast. The first cast meeting/rehearsal will be held Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 PM; Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 21 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 PM.
All cast members are expected to be available for every single performance. No exceptions.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is a two-hour, two-act show, based on the hit Paramount movie. The show follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils 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?
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are available. We are seeking children ages 8 and up, young teens, and adults to fill the roles listed below.
All ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and capabilities are encouraged to audition.
THE ADULTS
DEWEY FINN [Onstage Guitar, Rock Tenor (B2-E5), Late 20s-40s] – A wannabe rock star with big dreams. Dewey finds himself in urgent need of some cash after getting kicked out of his band. He impersonates a teacher to land a job at the prestigious Horace Green prep school, where he turns his class of straight-A students into a rock group and enters them into the Battle of the Bands.
ROSALIE MULLINS [Soprano (A3-D6), Late 20s-50s] – Proper and a bit uptight, Rosalie is the headmistress of Horace Green School. She has a secret love of rock music, and yearns to recapture the carefree spirit of her youth.
NED SCHNEEBLY [Baritone (C3-F#4), Late 20’s to 40s] – Ned is an old friend of Dewey’s, and the two currently share an apartment with Ned’s girlfriend, Patty. He used to play in Dewey’s band, but is now a substitute teacher – who Dewey impersonates to get the job at Horace Green. Ned is still passionate about his music, but tends to let his bossy girlfriend Patty tell him what to do.
PATTY DIMARCO [Mezzo/Belt (B3-E5), Late 20s-40s] – Ned’s domineering girlfriend, who lives with Ned and Dewey. She calls the shots in their relationship, and isn’t too happy about Dewey’s presence in their apartment – or his influence on Ned.
THEO [Onstage Guitar Optional, Rock Tenor (D3-D5), 20s-30s] – The lead singer of No Vacancy, Dewey’s former band.
DOUG, BOB, and SNAKE [G3-D5, 20s-30s] – No Vacancy’s other band members
TEACHERS & PARENTS of Horace Green students
THE KIDS
SUMMER HATHAWAY[A3-D5] – Confident and outspoken, Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application.
ZACK MOONEYHAM [Onstage Guitar (A3-D5)] – 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.
TOMIKA [A3-G5] – 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.
LAWRENCE [Onstage Piano/Keyboard (A3-D#5)] – 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.
KATIE [Onstage Bass Guitar (A3-D#5)] – Quiet and serious, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band.
FREDDIE HAMILTON [Onstage Drums (A3-D5)] – Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise…perfect for a great drummer. Freddie’s own father doesn’t see their ability and is constantly belittling.
MARCY & SHONELLE [A3-G5] – Quiet girls with angelic voices, Marcy and Shonelle are the band’s backup singers and dancers.
MASON [A3-D5] – Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop.
BILLY [A3-D5] – 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.
JAMES [A3-D5] – 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 is secretly rehearsing.
SOPHIE [A3-D5] – Sophie is technically the band’s roadie, but also serves as a backup dancer during performances.
ADDITIONAL STUDENTS of Horace Green School
*Please be aware that children will use some adult language (PG-13) in this production.
AUDITIONS
- Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM – Open Instrumental Auditions
- Monday, August 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
- Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Instrumentalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who play Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums) – Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM Please prepare one classic rock selection that features your skills on your instrument. You will also be asked to play a small selection from the show. Keep an eye on the following link, which will be updated with those materials soon: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d70-4wilxWGmdii2pRcws70HRS4VlM2p?usp=sharing. You are also welcome to sing a musical selection at this audition, but it is not required. Guitarists and Bassists, please bring your own gear. A keyboard, amp, and drum kit will be provided.
Vocalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who sing) Monday, August 1 or Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM Please prepare a one-minute rock or musical theatre rock vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may accompany yourself on the provided keyboard or your own guitar. Dress in clothes that will allow you to move freely and be yourself! Kids will be led through a dance/movement call at auditions.
*NOTE: All actors who would like to be considered for the roles of Dewey, Zack, Lawrence, Freddie, or Katie MUST attend the instrumental call, and MAY attend the vocal call as well.
Please be prepared to list ALL conflicts between August 7 – October 23, 2022 on the audition form.
Springfield Little Theatre’s SCHOOL OF ROCK will be directed by Clayton Avery, choreographed by Hayden Gish, and music directed by Carla Wootton.
Please direct audition questions to Clayton Avery at eelnotyalc@gmail.com.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will typically be held Sunday – Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM A complete rehearsal schedule will be issued shortly after the show is cast. The first cast meeting/rehearsal will be held Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 PM; Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 21 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 PM.
All cast members are expected to be available for every single performance. No exceptions.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is a two-hour, two-act show, based on the hit Paramount movie. The show follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils 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?
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are available. We are seeking children ages 8 and up, young teens, and adults to fill the roles listed below.
All ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and capabilities are encouraged to audition.
THE ADULTS
DEWEY FINN [Onstage Guitar, Rock Tenor (B2-E5), Late 20s-40s] – A wannabe rock star with big dreams. Dewey finds himself in urgent need of some cash after getting kicked out of his band. He impersonates a teacher to land a job at the prestigious Horace Green prep school, where he turns his class of straight-A students into a rock group and enters them into the Battle of the Bands.
ROSALIE MULLINS [Soprano (A3-D6), Late 20s-50s] – Proper and a bit uptight, Rosalie is the headmistress of Horace Green School. She has a secret love of rock music, and yearns to recapture the carefree spirit of her youth.
NED SCHNEEBLY [Baritone (C3-F#4), Late 20’s to 40s] – Ned is an old friend of Dewey’s, and the two currently share an apartment with Ned’s girlfriend, Patty. He used to play in Dewey’s band, but is now a substitute teacher – who Dewey impersonates to get the job at Horace Green. Ned is still passionate about his music, but tends to let his bossy girlfriend Patty tell him what to do.
PATTY DIMARCO [Mezzo/Belt (B3-E5), Late 20s-40s] – Ned’s domineering girlfriend, who lives with Ned and Dewey. She calls the shots in their relationship, and isn’t too happy about Dewey’s presence in their apartment – or his influence on Ned.
THEO [Onstage Guitar Optional, Rock Tenor (D3-D5), 20s-30s] – The lead singer of No Vacancy, Dewey’s former band.
DOUG, BOB, and SNAKE [G3-D5, 20s-30s] – No Vacancy’s other band members
TEACHERS & PARENTS of Horace Green students
THE KIDS
SUMMER HATHAWAY[A3-D5] – Confident and outspoken, Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application.
ZACK MOONEYHAM [Onstage Guitar (A3-D5)] – 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.
TOMIKA [A3-G5] – 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.
LAWRENCE [Onstage Piano/Keyboard (A3-D#5)] – 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.
KATIE [Onstage Bass Guitar (A3-D#5)] – Quiet and serious, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band.
FREDDIE HAMILTON [Onstage Drums (A3-D5)] – Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise…perfect for a great drummer. Freddie’s own father doesn’t see their ability and is constantly belittling.
MARCY & SHONELLE [A3-G5] – Quiet girls with angelic voices, Marcy and Shonelle are the band’s backup singers and dancers.
MASON [A3-D5] – Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop.
BILLY [A3-D5] – 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.
JAMES [A3-D5] – 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 is secretly rehearsing.
SOPHIE [A3-D5] – Sophie is technically the band’s roadie, but also serves as a backup dancer during performances.
ADDITIONAL STUDENTS of Horace Green School
*Please be aware that children will use some adult language (PG-13) in this production.
AUDITIONS
- Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM – Open Instrumental Auditions
- Monday, August 1, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
- Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM – Open Vocal Auditions
CALLBACKS
- Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM
Auditions and Callbacks will be held at The Landers Theatre, 311 E. Walnut Street, in downtown Springfield, MO.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Instrumentalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who play Guitar, Bass, Keyboard, Drums) – Sunday, July 31, 2022 at 2:00 PM Please prepare one classic rock selection that features your skills on your instrument. You will also be asked to play a small selection from the show. Keep an eye on the following link, which will be updated with those materials soon: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1d70-4wilxWGmdii2pRcws70HRS4VlM2p?usp=sharing. You are also welcome to sing a musical selection at this audition, but it is not required. Guitarists and Bassists, please bring your own gear. A keyboard, amp, and drum kit will be provided.
Vocalists (Children ages 8 and up, Young Teens, and Adults who sing) Monday, August 1 or Tuesday, August 2, 2022 at 7:00 PM Please prepare a one-minute rock or musical theatre rock vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided, or you may accompany yourself on the provided keyboard or your own guitar. Dress in clothes that will allow you to move freely and be yourself! Kids will be led through a dance/movement call at auditions.
*NOTE: All actors who would like to be considered for the roles of Dewey, Zack, Lawrence, Freddie, or Katie MUST attend the instrumental call, and MAY attend the vocal call as well.
Please be prepared to list ALL conflicts between August 7 – October 23, 2022 on the audition form.
Springfield Little Theatre’s SCHOOL OF ROCK will be directed by Clayton Avery, choreographed by Hayden Gish, and music directed by Carla Wootton.
Please direct audition questions to Clayton Avery at eelnotyalc@gmail.com.
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will typically be held Sunday – Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM A complete rehearsal schedule will be issued shortly after the show is cast. The first cast meeting/rehearsal will be held Sunday, August 7, 2022 at 6:00 PM.
PERFORMANCES
Thursday, October 13 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 15 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 16 at 2:00 PM; Wednesday, October 19 at 7:30 PM; Thursday, October 20 at 7:30 PM; Friday, October 21 at 7:30 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 2:00 PM; Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 PM; Sunday, October 23 at 2:00 PM.
All cast members are expected to be available for every single performance. No exceptions.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock – The Musical is a two-hour, two-act show, based on the hit Paramount movie. The show follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn an extra bit of cash by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight–A pupils 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?
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
All roles are available. We are seeking children ages 8 and up, young teens, and adults to fill the roles listed below.
All ethnicities, gender identities, body types, and capabilities are encouraged to audition.
THE ADULTS
DEWEY FINN [Onstage Guitar, Rock Tenor (B2-E5), Late 20s-40s] – A wannabe rock star with big dreams. Dewey finds himself in urgent need of some cash after getting kicked out of his band. He impersonates a teacher to land a job at the prestigious Horace Green prep school, where he turns his class of straight-A students into a rock group and enters them into the Battle of the Bands.
ROSALIE MULLINS [Soprano (A3-D6), Late 20s-50s] – Proper and a bit uptight, Rosalie is the headmistress of Horace Green School. She has a secret love of rock music, and yearns to recapture the carefree spirit of her youth.
NED SCHNEEBLY [Baritone (C3-F#4), Late 20’s to 40s] – Ned is an old friend of Dewey’s, and the two currently share an apartment with Ned’s girlfriend, Patty. He used to play in Dewey’s band, but is now a substitute teacher – who Dewey impersonates to get the job at Horace Green. Ned is still passionate about his music, but tends to let his bossy girlfriend Patty tell him what to do.
PATTY DIMARCO [Mezzo/Belt (B3-E5), Late 20s-40s] – Ned’s domineering girlfriend, who lives with Ned and Dewey. She calls the shots in their relationship, and isn’t too happy about Dewey’s presence in their apartment – or his influence on Ned.
THEO [Onstage Guitar Optional, Rock Tenor (D3-D5), 20s-30s] – The lead singer of No Vacancy, Dewey’s former band.
DOUG, BOB, and SNAKE [G3-D5, 20s-30s] – No Vacancy’s other band members
TEACHERS & PARENTS of Horace Green students
THE KIDS
SUMMER HATHAWAY[A3-D5] – Confident and outspoken, Summer is the ideal manager for the band. Ambitious and very clever, she hopes that winning Battle of the Bands will look good on her college application.
ZACK MOONEYHAM [Onstage Guitar (A3-D5)] – 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.
TOMIKA [A3-G5] – 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.
LAWRENCE [Onstage Piano/Keyboard (A3-D#5)] – 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.
KATIE [Onstage Bass Guitar (A3-D#5)] – Quiet and serious, Katie already played the cello, but switched to bass at Dewey’s suggestion to fill out the band.
FREDDIE HAMILTON [Onstage Drums (A3-D5)] – Freddie loves a bit of rowdiness and noise…perfect for a great drummer. Freddie’s own father doesn’t see their ability and is constantly belittling.
MARCY & SHONELLE [A3-G5] – Quiet girls with angelic voices, Marcy and Shonelle are the band’s backup singers and dancers.
MASON [A3-D5] – Mason is a total whiz with technology, and creates special effects and fantastic lighting designs for the band’s performances using his laptop.
BILLY [A3-D5] – 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.
JAMES [A3-D5] – 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 is secretly rehearsing.
SOPHIE [A3-D5] – Sophie is technically the band’s roadie, but also serves as a backup dancer during performances.
ADDITIONAL STUDENTS of Horace Green School
*Please be aware that children will use some adult language (PG-13) in this production.
Music and Lyrics by Tony Award Winner JASON ROBERT BROWN
Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 – KYLE RENICK, Artistic Director
Original Orchestration by BRIAN BESTERMAN and JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI • www.MTIShows.com
It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice … or take a stand … or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today, the SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (PARADE, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices that we make.
From the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, audiences meet a startling array of characters that range from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams … and a soulless marriage.
With a small, powerhouse cast and a driving, exquisitely crafted score that runs the gamut of today’s popular music, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre.
Music and Lyrics by Tony Award Winner JASON ROBERT BROWN
Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 – KYLE RENICK, Artistic Director
Original Orchestration by BRIAN BESTERMAN and JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI • www.MTIShows.com
It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice … or take a stand … or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today, the SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (PARADE, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices that we make.
From the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, audiences meet a startling array of characters that range from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams … and a soulless marriage.
With a small, powerhouse cast and a driving, exquisitely crafted score that runs the gamut of today’s popular music, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre.
Music and Lyrics by Tony Award Winner JASON ROBERT BROWN
Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 – KYLE RENICK, Artistic Director
Original Orchestration by BRIAN BESTERMAN and JASON ROBERT BROWN
SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI • www.MTIShows.com
It’s about one moment. It’s about hitting the wall and having to make a choice … or take a stand … or turn around and go back. These are the stories and characters of today, the SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD. The first musical from Tony Award winner, Jason Robert Brown (PARADE, BRIDGES OF MADISON COUNTY), this moving collection of powerful songs examines life, love and the choices that we make.
From the deck of a 1492 Spanish sailing ship to a ledge, 57 stories above Fifth Avenue, audiences meet a startling array of characters that range from a young man who has determined that basketball is his ticket out of the ghetto to a woman whose dream of marrying rich nabs her the man of her dreams … and a soulless marriage.
With a small, powerhouse cast and a driving, exquisitely crafted score that runs the gamut of today’s popular music, SONGS FOR A NEW WORLD is a great way to bring the next generation into the theatre.