Now Casting
Sat 13th - Sat 20th March 2027
Mitchell Arts Centre
Open Audition: Wed 11th Nov 6.30pm - 10pmPlus
Submit a self-tape for all principal roles
See below for character descriptions
Join the cast of our 2027 production of HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL. This is the full 2-hour version of the smash-hit musical currently having its London revival.
Join the biggest youth theatre company in Staffordshire
We're all in this together
Stage Productions has brought young performers to the stage for eighteen years. Our auditions and rehearsals are designed to be encouraging, relaxed and genuinely fun, a chance to make friends and discover what they're capable of.
Build real confidence
Performers grow in voice, presence and self-belief, skills that carry far beyond the stage.
A professional creative team
Train under experienced directors, choreographers and musical directors who bring out the best in every cast member.
A genuine stage experience
Perform in full costume, lighting and sound in front of a real audience, the thrill of a true production.
Inclusive & safeguarded
A welcoming space for every young person, led by fully DBS-checked, first-aid-trained staff.
Find your Wildcat
High School Musical is famous for giving every young performer a moment in the spotlight. Explore the principal roles below and find the part that fits you.
Ensemble
The Wildcats ensemble is the heart of East High. Jocks, brainiacs, cheerleaders and thespians all come together to fill the stage with energy, harmony and the big full-company numbers that make High School Musical soar. There is a place for every performer in the ensemble.
Playing Age
13 to 19
Want to be considered for a character role?
Record 90 seconds of any song from HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL and WhatsApp it to 07418 610428 by Saturday 10pm, 13th November.
Need backing tracks? Find them on our YouTube channel.
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.
- Gender
- Male
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- B5
- 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.
- Gender
- Male
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- B5
- 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.
- Gender
- Male
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- G5
- 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.
- Gender
- Female
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- F5
- 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.
- Gender
- Male
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- B5
- 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.
- Gender
- Female
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- E5
- 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.
- Gender
- Female
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- C5
- 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.'
- Gender
- Male
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- G5
- 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.
- Gender
- Female
- Playing Age
- 14 to 18
- Range top
- D5
- Range bottom
- A3
When & where we rehearse
Day
Every Wednesday
Rehearsals begin November 2026
Times
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Structured, high-energy sessions
Venue
Happy Feet Studios
Lower Foundry Street, Hanley, ST1 5HF
Sunday rehearsals
Additional full-company rehearsals through the production period
December
1 rehearsal
January
1 rehearsal
February
1 rehearsal
March
2 rehearsals
A relaxed audition, start to finish
No experience? No problem. Our auditions are structured as a friendly group workshop, come along, have fun, and make friends.
Register online
Complete the short form below to reserve an audition place.
Attend the open audition
Wed 11th Nov, 6.30pm - 10pm at Happy Feet Studios.
Learn on the day
No prepared song or monologue needed, we teach everything there.
Step into the cast
Receive your role and join our 2027 cast of High School Musical.
Accessible, high-quality training
Quality youth theatre with no hidden fees.
Flexible bursaries and financial support are available for eligible families, because theatre should be for everyone.
Meet the creative team
Our directors and choreographers bring decades of professional experience to every cast, guiding each young performer with patience, encouragement and skill.
Director
Rob Stevens
Choreographer
Emily Lunt
Musical Director
Jonathan Cliffe
Book your audition slot
Choose a time on the official booking calendar below. Auditions take place at Happy Feet Studios for performers ages 13 to 19.
Select the date below to book