Auditions for School of Rock

Announcing Auditions for SCHOOL OF ROCK presented by Loveland Stage Company.

Casting KIDS ages 10-18 and ADULTS for roles in School of Rock. All kid roles are written as students in 4th–6th grade. Actors auditioning for these roles must be able to convincingly portray children in this age range, regardless of their actual age. You must be 10 years old at the time of your audition.

Director: Erica Mann
Choreographer: Carissa Palazzolo
Music Director: Jamie Rasmussen
Vocal Director: Maria Friel
Producers: Amy Prestridge & Ethan Mann

To contact the production team, email schoolofrocklsc@gmail.com. 

Audition Dates: October 15th from 6-10pm and October 17th from 12-5pm. Click here to sign up for your audition time slot. Walk-ins will be seen in the next available slot.

Location: Loveland Stage Company – 111 S 2nd St, Loveland, OH 45140

Callbacks: Monday, October 19 at 7:00pm

Rehearsals start Nov 22 
MON / WED / FRI 7pm-10pm with alternating SAT / SUN 1:30-4:30
Not every actor will be called to every rehearsal. Kids will be dismissed early on some days.

Performance Dates: Mar 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21

What to prepare and bring:

• 32 bar cut (about 1:00-1:30 minutes) of a musical theatre or rock/pop song that fits the style of the show and best showcases your vocal and acting abilities. Singing from the show is allowed. We’ll have a Bluetooth speaker. Bring a device that can connect and make sure your track is instrumental only (no backing vocals). No a capella auditions. 
• Please bring a headshot and resume if you have them. The audition form is available here if you would like to complete it in advance: Audition Form. Copies will also be available at the audition. All conflicts must be disclosed at the time of your audition. 
• If auditioning for the roles of DEWEY, ZACH, LAWRENCE, KATIE, or FREDDIE you must submit a 1 minute video of you playing your instrument (guitar / bass / drums / keys) BEFORE your scheduled audition. Please email your video to schoolofrocklsc@gmail.com 
• Everyone will participate in a dance call. Please watch the choreo video and practice ahead of time: Choreo Tutorial. Wear comfortable, appropriate clothing and shoes you can move in.
• Adults: be prepared to read from the script. Audition sides can be reviewed here: Audition Sides.

If unavailable to attend in person auditions, video submissions are available upon request. Email schoolofrocklsc@gmail.com.

Auditions for Christmas Show

Ready to celebrate the holidays with a little American spirit? We’re looking for singers, dancers, gymnasts, and a baton twirler to join our 2026 Christmas show, “Happy Birthday America”!

Auditions:

• Saturday, October 3
• 1:00–3:00 PM
• Auditions will consist of learning a short dance routine. If you’re interested in singing, come prepared with a patriotic song. A keyboard will be available. Please wear appropriate clothing and dance shoes. We are primarily looking for singers and dancers, but we’re also searching for a baton twirler and gymnasts!
• There is no sign-up list. Just show up!

Show Date:

• Saturday, December 12, 2026
• Three performances at 5:00, 6:00 & 7:00 PM

Rehearsals:

• Rehearsals begin Tuesday, October 13
• Kids: 6:30–7:15 PM
• Adults: 7:15–8:15 PM
• Every Tuesday in October & November

Tech Week: December 7, 8 & 9
Full Dress Rehearsal: Thursday, December 10

Come show us what you’ve got and help us make this red, white, blue, and merry Christmas one to remember! 🎄⭐