Bowen State High School is set to bring the house down with its production of ‘School of Rock’, a high-energy musical based on the 2003 Paramount film.
The story follows wannabe rock star Dewey Finn, who poses as a substitute teacher and secretly transforms his straight-A students into a rock band in time for the Battle of the Bands.
Featuring music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Glenn Slater, and a book by Julian Fellowes, ‘School of Rock’ has enjoyed global success and now the Bowen students will take centre stage.
The production involves 50 students and is directed by first-time director Miss Bridget Conti, who said, “The cast and crew have been working tirelessly since October 2024 to create an unforgettable production that we are incredibly proud of.”
Year 11 student James Madlangsakay, who plays Zack Mooneyham, is especially excited to perform all the music live.
“That means electric guitars roaring, drums crashing, the whole shebang! I wholeheartedly believe that this will be our most electric production yet and it would be amazing if the whole of Bowen showed up.”
Fellow cast member Olivier Bond added, “It taught me how to have the confidence to do what I want to do without fear of other people's opinions. It brings people together in a way nothing else could.”
Evening performances will be held Friday 30 and Saturday 31 May, with a matinee on Saturday. Tickets are available now via www.trybooking.com—search Bowen State High School School of Rock Musical.
WHEN: The School Of Rock
WHERE: Bowen State High School
WHEN: Friday 30 and Saturday 31 May
Bowen State High School students rehearsing for their performance. Photo supplied
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