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Title: 2026 ROCKIT Musical Theatre Summer School – High School Musical Jr  Presented By: ROCKIT Productions Genre: Musical Theatre / Theatre Workshop & Performance Program Synopsis: A week‐long musical theatre intensive culminating in a performance of High School Musical Jr , inspired by the Disney Channel movie and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series . Participants train, rehearse, and perform in singing, dancing, and acting workshops. Audition Date: 10 January 10th, 2026 Audition Time: Approximate group times (subject to change): Group 1: 10:00 – 11:30 am Group 2: 11:45 am – 1:15 pm Group 3: 1:30 – 3:00 pm Callbacks (if invited): 3:30 – 7:30 pm Audition Location and Address: Launchpad Theatre & ROCKIT Productions, 36 Old Cleveland Road, Capalaba QLD 4157 Audition Self-Tape Due (if applicable): Video auditions accepted if unavailable on the audition day Audition Requirements: Auditions are optional for featured roles — participants can audition for roles including lead, supporting, featured vocalist/dancer, or ensemble. Audition pack emailed upon registration. Audition Registration: Enrol via the ROCKIT Productions website & RMTSS26 enrolment form (registration required to receive audition pack and audition info) Audition Pack: Sent by email upon registration (contains specific materials and details) Performance Dates: Performance(s) as part of the week-long Summer School: likely Saturday 17 January 2026 (details provided upon enrolment) Performance Times: Provided in audition pack / enrolment confirmation) Performance Location: Launchpad Theatre, 36 Old Cleveland Road, Capalaba QLD 4157 Rehearsal Dates: Monday 12 January – Saturday 17 January 2026 (week-long intensive rehearsal schedule) Rehearsal Times: 9AM – 5PM daily (drop-off from 8:30AM, pick-up until 5:30PM) Rehearsal Location: ROCKIT Productions / Launchpad Theatre, Capalaba QLD 4157 Performer Age: Open to students in Grade 5 to Grade 12 plus ages 17-19 (streamed into appropriate age groups) Creative Team: Company Director / Choreographer – George Canham Vocal Director – Aysa Garcia Wong Design / Producer – Shaun Kohlman Production Website: ROCKIT Productions - High School Musical Jr Other Information: Full week musical theatre intensive with performance at the end of the program. Early bird discounts available on enrolment fees. Suitable for multiple experience levels.

Title: Maria the Musical Presented By: Introspect Theatre Company Inc. Genre: Musical Theatre (Original Australian musical in development) Synopsis: Maria the Musical is an original Australian work inspired by the true story of Maria, a Chilean immigrant whose journey is marked by resilience, hope, and determination. Through music and storytelling, the show explores immigration, family, survival, and identity, set against a strong Latin American cultural backdrop. Audition Dates: February 8th & 15th, 2026 Audition Times: 9AM – 11AM (15-minute individual slots) Audition Location and Address: Gate 5, Drama Room, Northpine Christian College, 29 Hughes Road East, Dakabin QLD 4503 Audition Self-Tape: Video auditions accepted via online submission here Audition Requirements: One musical theatre song (with character/emotion) One short monologue (maximum 1 minute) Movement or dance may be requested for ensemble roles Audition Registration: Via Humanitix Audition Pack: Details provided through Humanitix registration and correspondence with Introspect Theatre Company Performance Dates: May 24th, 2026 Performance Times: 5:30 pm Performance Location: Redcliffe Entertainment Centre, QLD (Anywhere Festival 2026) Rehearsal Dates: March – May 2026 Virtual rehearsals in March In-person rehearsals April–May Tech week 16–23 May 2026 Rehearsal Times: Sundays 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Wednesdays 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Rehearsal Location: Venues advised by Introspect Theatre Company Warnings: Themes include domestic violence, trauma, and immigration challenges Performer Age: Principals: 20–35 Supporting roles: 40–60s Ensemble: 16+ Creative Team: Producer & Librettist – Cindy Sykes Composer & Lyricist – Matthew Rabbas Orchestrator & Musical Arranger – Dr Daniel Rojas Production Website: Introspect Theatre Co - Maria the Musical Other Information: Bilingual performers (Spanish/English) encouraged Latin dance or movement skills beneficial Public liability insurance or company membership required Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Maria – Female lead, strong actor and singer Marcos – Male lead, emotionally complex Sergio – Male supporting role, warm and paternal Latin Ensemble – Various ages and genders Australian Ensemble – Various ages and genders

Title: Come From Away Presented By: Spotlight Theatre Genre: Musical Theatre Synopsis: Come From Away tells the true story of the small town of Gander, Newfoundland, and the extraordinary kindness shown to thousands of stranded airline passengers when U.S. airspace was shut down on September 11, 2001. Told through an ensemble cast playing multiple roles, the musical celebrates humanity, compassion, and community. Audition Date: First Round - January 5th - 6th, 2026 Dance Call/Callbacks - January 8th, 2026 Audition Time: Individual times Audition Location and Address: Johnson Street Studio, 4/50 Johnston Street, Southport Audition Requirements: 60 - 90 second monologue from a published play or musical 60 - 90 second song. Please email backing track ahead of time or bought in on personal device. Audition material should reflect the character you are auditioning for Audition Registration: Please email spotlightoncomefromaway@gmail.com with your availability to book your individual 15 minute audition timeslot Audition Pack: Spotlight Theatre - Come From Away Audition Pack Performance Dates: April 30th - May 23rd, 2026 Performance Location: Spotlight Theatre, Benowa QLD Rehearsal Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays from January 19th, 2026 onwards Rehearsal Location: Spotlight Theatre, Benowa QLD Warnings: Themes related to September 11, 2001 Performer Age: 18+ Production Website: Spotlight Theatre - Come From Away Other information: This is an ensemble-driven musical where performers play multiple roles. Strong acting, vocal blend, accent work and storytelling skills are essential. Available Roles/Character Breakdown: Claude and others 50 – 60s Baritone (top G4) - This character is based on real-life Mayor of Gander, Claude Elliott. The gregarious character opens the show and steers the ship when the crisis takes hold. Oz and others 30s – 50s Tenor (top G4) - This character is based on Oz Fudge, real-life constable of Gander. Ever the quirky, small-town cop, he is always close by to lend a hand. Nick and others 40s – 60s Baritone (top E4) - Inspired by a real-life person, Nick is a stuffy, British oil executive, flying to Texas on business. While the world is upended by the events in NYC, Nick’s is turned upside down when he falls for a warm and sociable Texan woman, named Diane. Bob and others 20s - 40s Baritone - A hardened New Yorker, Bob starts out jaded and suspicious but soon falls under spell of the charming people, and the whiskey, that he finds in Gander. This role must be played by a POC performer. Kevin J and others 30s – 40s Tenor or Baritone - Inspired by a real-line person, Kevin J is diverted to gander while flying with his partner, Kevin T. He is most disgruntled with the situation, which manifests as sarcasm. This role doubles as a middle-eastern character. Kevin T and others 30s – 40s Tenor (top G4) - This character is based on the real-life person who wrote the original story that the show is based upon. While Kevin T’s partner struggles to cope with the situation, he could not be happier or more grateful to have found himself in Gander and to meet the Newfoundlanders. Beverley and others 50s Mezzo (top C5) - This character is based on real-life Captain Beverly Bass, the first female captain for American Airline and trailblazer for women in aviation. She needs to be gutsy and since. This role also plays the contrasting, excitable Gander primary school teacher, Annette. Hannah and others 40s – 60s Contemporary Soprano (top E5) - A native New Yorker, Hannah spends her time in Gander desperately awaiting news of her fire-fighter son. While trying not to imagine the worst, she finds a friend in Beulah. This role must be played by a POC performer. Diane and others 40s – 60s Contemporary Soprano (top D5) - A warm and sociable Texan woman, who, when she finds herself diverted to Gander, and finally learns that her family are safe, unveils her carefree side and finds herself falling for the stuffy, British oil exec, Nick. Janice and others 20s – 30s Contemporary Soprano (top E5) - This character is an amalgamation of several real-life Gander residents. An eager, local TV reporter, she is thrown in the deep end on her first day. Initially naive, she must not only face the pain and confusion around her, but report on it to people all around the world. Bonnie and others 30s – 40s Mezzo (top B4) - This bold and feisty character is based on the real-life Bonnie Harris, who blatantly defies FAA orders not to enter the planes’ cargo holds, in order to ensure the safety of countless animals. Beulah and others 40s – 60s Mezzo (top B4) - This character is an amalgamation of real-life Gander locals. As head of the Gander Academy, in many ways Buelah is the glue that holds the town together. Her nononsense, matriarchal approach to managing the crisis ensures that Gander is ready to almost double its population in an instant, and house feed and clothe the “come from aways.” SWINGS – to ensure the smooth running of the production, the creative team strive to cast 2-4 actors to act as swings for multiple roles. The distribution of these roles will depend on the casting of the swings. While, the swings will not be guaranteed a show, they will become our vocal booth singers so they are available as emergencies during each performance, should they be required. This will be a challenging, but great fun undertaking for these performers!

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< Back MUSICAL: Spring Awakening - Gold Coast Little Theatre 30 Jan 2026 Season: January 30th - February 21st, 2026 Title: Spring Awakening Presented By: Gold Coast Little Theatre Genre: Rock Musical / Coming-of-Age Drama Synopsis: Winner of eight Tony Awards, Spring Awakening is an electrifying rock musical that explores the turbulent journey from adolescence to adulthood. Set in a repressive 19th-century German town, a group of teens grapples with desire, identity, love, and societal expectations in a bold and unforgettable fusion of rock and emotion. Performance Dates: January 30th - February 21st, 2026 Performance Times: 7:30PM Thursday - Saturday 2PM Sunday Performance Location and Address: Gold Coast Little Theatre, 21A Scarborough St, Southport QLD 4215 Ticket Costs: Preview Night Tickets - $18 Opening Night Adult - $42 Adult - $39 Member - $32 Concession - $35 Students (16+) - $28 Students (under 16) - $22 Group (10+) - $33 each Group (50+) - $30 each Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - Spring Awakening Warnings: Contains mature and challenging themes including explicit sexual content (implied nudity), abuse, sexual assault, suicide, and strong language. Recommended for mature audiences Recommended Age: 15+ Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes including interval Creative Team: Director – Nathan French Vocal Director – Taylor Holmes Production Website: GCLT - Spring Awakening Other information: This bold musical confronts the emotional landscape of youth with rock-driven music and powerful storytelling Gold Coast Little Theatre offers seating for patrons with disabilities by request through the box office; chairlift access and assistance drop-off available. gclt.com.au Box office enquiries: (07) 5532 2096 or booking@gclt.com.au Previous Next

< Back CHILDREN'S THEATRE: The Bubble Spectacular - HOTA 15 Jan 2026 Season: January 15th, 2026 Title: The Bubble Spectacular – Starring Dr Hubble’s Bubbles! Presented By: Base Entertainment Genre: Family / Children’s Theatre / Live Performance Synopsis: Enter the bubbly-brilliant world of Dr Hubble as he presents The Bubble Spectacular — a fun, out-of-this-world bubble-riffic show full of awe-inspiring bubble artistry. Audiences will be amazed by tiny bubbles, giant bubbles (even ones you may step inside!), volcano bubbles, tornado bubbles, square bubbles, and fiery bubble effects. Expect laughter, audience interaction, and a bubbling blast of fun for kids and their grown-ups alike. Performance Dates: January 15th, 2026 Performance Times: 11AM & 1:30PM Performance Location and Address: Theatre 1, HOTA, 135 Bundall Rd, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 Australia Ticket Costs: Premium - $49.90 A Reserve - $34.90 Ticket Link: Buy Tickets - The Bubble Spectacular Warnings: Audience interaction; show includes lively bubble effects. Recommended Age: All Ages Duration: 1 hour Production Website: HOTA - The Bubble Spectacular Other information: The Bubble Spectacular is part of the January school holiday lineup at HOTA Audience participation and bubble spectacle effects make this a visual and interactive experience for children and families HOTA supports accessible experiences — including wheelchair access, designated accessible seating, and assistance upon request. Contact the HOTA Box Office or review accessibility details on the official HOTA site prior to attendance Previous Next