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This is a Full Length Production
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Directed by James Faurote
Music Direction by Anna Shea
Choreography by Lexxie Lawlor
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Disney Channel's smash hit movie musical comes to life on your stage! Troy, Gabriella and the students of East High must deal with issues of first love, friends and family while balancing their classes and extracurricular activities.
It's the first day after winter break at East High. The Jocks, Brainiacs, Thespians and Skater Dudes find their cliques, recount their vacations and look forward to the new year. 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. They cause an upheaval when they decide to audition for the high school musical that is being led by Ms. Darbus. 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.​​
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Auditions
Will be done in two parts, both parts are required so please read thoroughly​
Part One: Vocal Auditions
45-60 seconds a song in the style of the show
Song cannot be from High School Musical
Vocal Auditions will be submitted virtually using the button below.
Fill out the form and attach your video vocal audition.
At the beginning of your video please slate your name, age, roles auditioning for, song title, and show the song comes from.
Tapes are due by May 4th at midnight.
​​Part Two: In Person Dance Auditions
Saturday, May 9: 9am - 12pm
These times are broken up into 60 minutes slots, please use the button below to register for a Dance Audition Slot
YOU ONLY NEED TO REGISTER FOR ONE SLOT!
​​Call Backs
Monday, May 11th
6pm - 9pm
We will announce Call Back List will be posted on Saturday, May 9th
Not being asked to Call Backs does not mean you did not get a part
*expect to do cold readings from the show
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Grades
Outgoing 6th Grade to Outgoing 12th Grade​
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Registration Fee
$300​
Includes costumes, show shirt, and recording of the performance
Registration Fee is due when accepting parts after Call Backs
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Camp
July 13th - 24th​
9am - 3pm
Generations Christian Church
Mandatory
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Additional Rehearsals
There will be additional rehearsals added in June.
Attendance for these rehearsals will not effect casting.
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Performances
July 24th @ 7pm
July 25th @ 2pm & 7pm
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CASTING
We are intentionally casting a large ensemble to fully bring East High to life and give as many students as possible the chance to shine on stage.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
Troy Bolton
The most popular kid at East High, he is the star of the basketball team who yearns to be more than what people want him to be. Troy discovers his love for music but refuses to admit it. Athletic, attractive, and a true leader. He becomes smitten with Gabriella.
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Chad Danforth
Troy's best friend. A star basketball player, part of the jocks, and second in command. Extremely focused on winning his school's basketball championship, but is slowly understanding that there might be more to this world, including his sparring crush on Taylor.
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Zeke Baylor
A basketball player on the Wildcats Team. Energetic and charismatic. He has two secrets: a crush on Sharpay and a love for baking, which he is happy and relieved to eventually reveal.
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Sharpay Evans
The egocentric diva star of the school musicals, she is Ryan's older twin and the alpha dog. She thinks being the musical star defines her and clutches the title like her life depends on it, no matter what the cost to others.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ryan Evans
Sharpay's fraternal twin and a self-delusional 'star in the making.' He typically feels the brunt of Sharpay's attacks and lives under her shadow. Although he possesses a diva exterior, he yearns to change.
Vocal range top: B5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Gabriella Montez
The new girl in school. She is trying to blend in and avoid 'labels' at her new school. Eventually becomes Troy's romantic counterpart. Pretty, shy, and smart.
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Taylor Mckessie
The competitive head Brainiac of the school and President of the Science Club. She convinces Gabriella to join the Science Decathlon team. Taylor has a hidden soft spot for Chad, which she hides.
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Jack Scott
The resident P.A. Announcer for the high school. He is shy and insecure in front of the rest of the kids, but smooth and confident at the mic. Known as the "Velvet Fog of East High."
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Kelsi Nielsen
The drama club's rehearsal pianist and student composer extraordinaire who is having her musical produced at school. Underneath her shy demeanor, Kelsi is an outspoken firecracker.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Ms. Darbus*
The kooky, eccentric Drama Club teacher. She has her self-absorbed moments but is still devoted to her students and constantly encourages them. Passionate about the art of theatre.
Coach Bolton*
The stern basketball coach and Troy's dad. He lost the big game years ago and wants his son to succeed where he failed. Blinded by his ambition for his son, he is still a good guy and proud father.
Ensemble
Jocks
The Jocks represent Troy’s basketball world at East High. They appear in athletic scenes and high-energy numbers like “Get’cha Head in the Game,” providing strong choreography, rhythmic movement, and vocal support. They help establish the pressure Troy feels to “stick to” sports and create much of the show’s physical intensity.
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Thespians
The Thespians are Sharpay and Ryan’s theatre circle and bring dramatic flair to the production. They appear in auditions, rehearsals, and performance scenes, adding personality, comedy, and layered vocals. They help build the world of the school musical and emphasize the divide between theatre and athletics.
Skaters
The Skaters help fill out the social landscape of East High. Often seen in hallway and ensemble scenes, they visually represent one of the school’s many cliques. They contribute to group numbers like “Stick to the Status Quo,” reinforcing the theme that students are expected to stay in their social lanes.
Cheerleaders
The Cheerleaders energize the basketball scenes and pep rally moments with sharp movement and strong ensemble vocals. They support the Jocks and help create the excitement and school spirit that surrounds the Wildcats. Their choreography adds visual impact to athletic sequences.
Party Kids
The Party Kids appear in the opening New Year’s Eve scene, establishing the fun and celebratory tone at the start of the show. They dance and sing in the opening number, setting up Troy and Gabriella’s first meeting and launching the story.
Adults
The Adults fill out the faculty and parent presence at East High, supporting key roles like Ms. Darbus and Coach Bolton. They appear in classroom and rehearsal scenes, reinforcing authority figures and adding depth to the school environment.
Brainiacs
The Brainiacs represent Gabriella’s academic world and the science decathlon team. They appear in classroom scenes and “Stick to the Status Quo,” highlighting the academic expectations placed on students. Their presence helps illustrate the contrast between different social groups within the school.
Spectators
The Spectators populate the basketball game and final performance scenes, creating scale and excitement. They help build crowd energy, strengthen transitions, and make East High feel like a fully active school community.
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*Roles are open to students if they meet the right criteria for the part. We also may open auditions to adults if needed.​