High School Musical JR
Book by David Simpatico
Based on a Disney Channel Original Movie Written by Peter Barsocchini
Music Adapted, Arranged and Produced by Bryan Louiselle
Directed by Joanna Chabot
Choreographed by April Rose Bourg
Music Directed by Hailey Hatfield
It’s the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes all find their cliques. Basketball team captain and resident jock, Troy, discovers that the brainy Gabriella, a girl he met singing karaoke on his ski trip, has just enrolled at East High. The couple cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical. Although many students resent the threat posed to the “status quo,” Troy and Gabriella’s alliance might just open the door for others to shine as well.
REHEARSAL AND PRODUCTION DATES/DETAILS:
This production is open to young performers Grades 5 – Age 18.
Rehearsals will begin on or about August 10. Rehearsals will take place weekday evenings and weekends during the day. There will be at least 1-2 days off a week and no one will be called to every single rehearsal. Please come prepared to list any conflicts from August 10-September 20.
The production will take place at The Firehouse Theatre. The production dates are September 17-20, 2026. Thursday at 7:30PM, Friday at 7:30PM, Saturday at 2:30PM and 7:30 PM, and Sunday at 2:30 and 7:00PM.
The tuition for this production will be $450. Need-based scholarships are available and can be applied for at this link: Need Based Scholarship Application. Scholarship applications must be filled out before auditions/casting. Please note that The Firehouse does NOT require mandatory parent volunteer hours, nor a minimum of tickets purchased/sold. There may be some costume requests (such as shoes or other basics), but the vast majority of costume pieces will be provided. Additionally, each family is given two complimentary tickets.
AUDITION INFO:
IN PERSON: Live Auditions will take place at The Firehouse Theatre (2535 Valley View Lane) on Sunday, July 26.
You may sign up for an audition time at this link: Audition Sign Up
VIDEO: You may also choose to send in an audition video via this form, filming the same material listed below. Videos will be accepted until 11:59PM on July 25.
AUDITION MATERIAL:
All students should sing the provided cut of “We’re All In This Together.”
If interested in the roles Gabriella or Troy, they should additionally prepare the provided cut of “Breaking Free.”
If interested in the roles of Sharpay or Ryan, they should additionally prepare the provided cut of “What I’ve Been Looking For.”
Music should be sung in whatever octave(s) students are most comfortable singing in.
Sheet music, guide vocal tracks, and accompaniment tracks can be found at this link: High School Musical JR Audition Material
This link also contains some short character monologues which students may be asked to read as well.
Any additional questions may be sent to owen@thefirehousetheatre.com. Please do not call or email the box office.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN**:
Gabriella Montez
Gabriella Montez is the new student who’s struggling to find her place at East High. She’s a Renaissance woman who doesn’t fully identify with any of the cliques, and so she’s taking her time – and realizing her confidence – along the way. Smart and independent, Gabriella can be shy and vulnerable at times. She comes into her own when she discovers her talent and love for singing with Troy.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Troy Bolton
Troy Bolton, the most popular student at East High, is the star of the basketball team who yearns to be more than what others – especially his dad, Coach Bolton – want him to be. A natural athlete and leader with charm to spare, Troy discovers he loves to sing, but is afraid to admit it to his basketball buddies.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Bb3
Vocal range bottom: Eb2
Sharpay Evans
Sharpay Evans is the dramatic and self- centered star of the school musicals. Between her and Ryan, she’s the alpha twin – over-the-top, demanding, and always “on,” with a flair for the theatrical. This diva knows how to work a crowd.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ryan Evans
Ryan Evans is Sharpay’s fraternal twin and, like her, he lives to sing, dance, and get loads of attention. Subordinate to his sister, Ryan generally follows Sharpay’s orders and lets her have the spotlight, but he longs to break free from her shadow and assert himself.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: A3
Vocal range bottom: G2
Kelsi Nielsen
Kelsi Nielsen, the neo-feminist writer- composer of the winter musical, Juliet and Romeo, possesses a shy demeanor but no tolerance for the egocentric likes of Sharpay.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D4
Chad Danforth
Chad Danforth, one of Troy’s best friends, is a sports fanatic. Focused on winning the basketball championship, Chad slowly begins to understand that there might be more to life than ball – including his crush on Taylor
Gender: male
Vocal range top: G3
Vocal range bottom: B2
Zeke Baylor
Zeke Baylor, Troy’s other best buddy, is a basketball player with a sweet side. He has two secrets: a crush on Sharpay and a love for baking!
Gender: male
Vocal range top: G#3
Vocal range bottom: G2
Taylor McKessie
Taylor McKessie, the very put-together president of the Science Club, is super-assertive and very intent on Gabriella joining the Science Decathlon team so they can (finally!) win the competition. Taylor has a hidden soft spot for Chad, but would never let it be known that she’s into a jock.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: A3
Vocal range bottom: A2
Martha Cox
Martha Cox, a proud member of the Science Club, possesses a private passion for break dancing.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: G3
JACK SCOTT, the school announcer with a larger-than-life personality, longs to be a D.J.
