Music and lyrics by Jason Robert Brown; Book by Dan Elish and Robert Horn
Directed and choreographed by Carly Squires Hutchison; Music directed by Hannah Ramone.
2025 Young Performers Production: 13: The Musical
Geek. Poser. Jock. Beauty Queen. Wannabe. These are the labels that can last a lifetime. With an unforgettable rock score from Tony Award-winning composer, Jason Robert Brown, (Parade, The Last Five Years, Bridges of Madison County) 13 is a musical about fitting in – and standing out!
Evan Goldman is plucked from his fast-paced, preteen New York City life and plopped into a sleepy Indiana town following his parents’ divorce. Surrounded by an array of simple-minded middle school students, he needs to establish his place in the popularity pecking order. Can he situate himself on a comfortable link of the food chain… or will he dangle at the end with the outcasts?!?
Important Information & Dates
This show is part of our NEW Young Performers program, focused on students 9 to 15 years old. This program is designed to help some of our younger performers have a chance for more opportunities to be in the spotlight!
Auditions: September 2-3, 2025
Callbacks: September 5-6, 2025
Rehearsals: September 9 – October 9, 2025
Performances: October 10-19, 2025
Audition Information
Auditions will be held September 2-3, 2025.
Callbacks will be made September 5-6, 2025.
This show is part of our NEW Young Performers program, focused on students 9 to 15 years old.
Auditions will take place in-person at Studio East (10718 NE 68th St, Kirkland, WA 98033)
If you are unavailable for auditions, you may submit a video audition no later than 12pm on September 4th to be considered for callbacks.
For Auditions please prepare:
(1) 32-bar cut from a song that is in the style of the show and (1) 32-bar cut from a song that shows off who you are as a performer!
(Think material from shows like Freaky Friday, Next to Normal, The Lightning Thief, Mean Girls, Tuck Everlasting, Bring it On, Calvin Berger, The Prom, etc…)
Be prepared with at least 1-2 additional choices as you may be asked to sing another song. Please bring sheet music to your audition in the correct key with your cuts clearly marked. An accompanist will be provided. If you need assistance, please email us and we would be happy to help!
If you need ideas or help with material please see our Audition101 Workshop Materials.
Production Schedule:
Schedule is always subject to change, any conflicts you have might impact casting.
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, September 9th 6-9pm
Community Meeting/Introductions: 6-7pm (Mandatory Attendance for new AND returning families)
FULL PRODUCTION CALENDAR LISTED HERE
Roles:
Please note, for a character’s gender/age, this is the gender/age they are portrayed as on stage. Casting is open to any gender identity that is comfortable presenting as the character.
Evan
A bright, nerdy boy who is excited to become a man. New in town and trying to find a place to fit in, he eventually becomes close with Patrice and Archie. Our story’s protagonist.
Gender: male
Age: 13 to 13
Patrice
A shy, intelligent, bookworm. Archie’s best friend and Evan’s new friend.
Gender: female
Age: 13 to 13
Brett
The vain star quarterback. Leads a pack of popular boys, including Malcolm and Eddie.
Gender: male
Age: 13 to 13
Malcolm
A wannabe popular kid and one of Brett’s sidekicks.
Gender: male
Age: 13 to 13
Eddie
A wannabe popular kid and one of Brett’s sidekicks.
Gender: male
Age: 13 to 13
Kendra
The bubbly, popular, head cheerleader. Lucy’s best friend and unknowing rival.
Gender: female
Age: 13 to 13
Archie
A good-humored, intelligent, unpopular kid. Patrice’s best friend who has to use crutches.
Gender: male
Age: 13 to 13
Lucy
A manipulative girl who secretly desires to have Kendra’s boyfriend. Sneaky and feisty.
Gender: female
Age: 13 to 13
Ensemble
Kids
If you are interested in working on any of our productions this coming season, please fill out the form below and we will be in contact as positions come up. Please fill out the following information to the best of your ability. If you have any questions, or anything about the requirements for this audition or filling out this form are a barrier to you participating, please email AlexRobinson@Studio-East.org for assistance and accommodations.
Show information, including dates, can be found at this link.
Please note, these are unpaid roles for students 10-20yrs old, however, they do not have tuition attached.
Location
10718 NE 68th St, Kirkland, WA 98033
