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AUDITION FORM & INFORMATION
OPEN AUDITIONS - POPSTARS THE 90'S MUSICAL
5th November
7th November
9th November
7:30pm-10:00pm
7:30pm-10:00pm
10:30am-4:00pm
Acting & Singing Workshops
Dance Workshop & Audition
Recap & Open Auditions
THERE WILL BE NO SCHEDULED EARLY AUDITION SLOTS!
Popstars the 90's Musical is packed with pop smash hits from the hyper-coloured 1990's by artists such as THE SPICE GIRLS, BACKSTREET BOYS, N*SYNC, BRITNEY SPEARS, CHRISTINA AGUILERA, MARIAH CAREY, MC HAMMER and many more.
It's set in a school in the 1990's where Mark is head over heels in love with his girlfriend, Queen Bee, Shannon Van de Witt.
When Shannon learns that pop-band impresario Simon Austin is the surprise judge at the State Talent Show she dumps him for her chance at showbiz stardom.
Mark rapidly goes from High School hero to High School zero. His garage band buddies rally around him and soon a plan for revenge is hatched to change their grunge band to a boy-band and snatch the Talent Show title from Shannon’s Candy Girls.
There’s just one small problem... the boys can’t dance. Mark enlists the help of the ultra talented, new girl, Ella to help with their boy band make over and sparks soon fly.
Can Mark get the girl, get the Grand Prize and get even with the scheming Shannon closing in? It’s anyone’s guess as the countdown to the Grand Finale begins. It’s sure to be one to remember.
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!
"Popstars" will be performed at the Alan Cornish Theatre in Woodley. Show week is 12-18 April 2026. You will need to be available for both the technical and dress rehearsals, and all performance dates to be able to audition.
Successful auditionees will become members of Starmaker Theatre Company, membership fees are £50 per month. Rehearsals will be Wednesdays 7:30pm-10pm, some Fridays 7:30pm-10pm and some Sundays 10am-4pm. Additional rehearsals are very much dependant upon your part in the show and how close we are to show week.
All workshops, auditions and rehearsals held at South Lake Primary School, Campbell Road, Woodley. Rehearsals for "Popstars" will start on Wednesday 12 November 2025.
You must be available for final rehearsals on 8 and 10 April 2026 (during the Easter holidays)
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Shannon - The Alpha Female of a small group of popular girls. Generally, she is seen as a good girl role model to those around her. However, in her small group of friends, she can be quick-to-turn and dictatorial.
Patrick - Shannon’s twin brother. He does not approve of Shannon’s behaviour, and tries to point out to her the error of her ways. However, in many ways, he is also intimidated by her.
Mark - The hero of the show. He is a sensitive musician.
Vinnie - Vinnie is a jokester and exceptionally kind hearted.
Steffi - One of Shannon’s closest friends. She is highly intelligent, but dumbs herself down to be socially accepted by those around her. She comes across as quite droll.
Shane - A mute, stoner, type. He wears sunglasses, a beanie and mainly communicates through gesture.
Tina - One of Shannon’s closest friends. She is one step behind the eight ball and eager to please – particularly when Shannon is involved.
Simon Austin - High profile music producer / agent. He has just come out of rehab and is basically being forced to attend as a guest judge for the Talent Show as part of his community service.
The Principal - Totally in control of the school, but almost defers to the will of Shannon.
Ella - Ella has an exceptionally strong sense of self. She is not motivated by the pack, and is happy to pursue her dreams without worrying about social acceptance. She is an “emotional black belt” – and acts as the mentor to Mark on his journey through the show.
Carrie - A talented singer who is stuck working as a singing waitress in Billy Ray’s Diner. She is very aware of the social structure at her school, and is attracted to mysterious brooding boys – namely Shane.
Amber Shue - Young violinist, competitor in the Talent Show.
Chef Joey - A burly, no-nonsense short order cook who runs Billy Ray’s Diner. His job requires him to sing when guests demand.
DJ Prince - Facilitates the Talent Show and is a stereotypical host.
Host - MTV-style presenter.
Charlie - A bookish, intelligent social outcast who has lungs of steel. She is the least popular girl at school, but her vocal talent is undeniable.
Ensemble - an array of ensemble characters