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Santa Rosa Beach, FL – February 3, 2025 – Surfside Music Theatre, under the direction of Michelle Kerrigan, is excited to announce auditions for its upcoming production of Mean Girls JR. This smart and ferociously funny show, will take place at Surfside Music Theatre in Grayton Beach, FL, on April 23-26, 2025.Mean Girls JR. is a version of the hit musical Mean Girls that has been adapted for performance by students. The musical featured a book by Tina Fey (30 Rock), lyrics by Neil Benjamin (Legally Blonde), and music by composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), was adapted from Fey’s hit 2004 film, which, in turn, was based on the 2002 nonfiction book Queen Bees and Wannabes by Rosalind Wiseman. Means Girls opened on Broadway in 2018, produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson, and Sonia Friedman,  and was nominated for 12 Tony Awards. Due to COVID-19. The production played its final Broadway performance on March 11, 2020.Mean Girls JR. is presented through a special arrangement with and all authorized materials supplied by Music Theatre International (MTI) 423 WEST 55th Street, New York, NY 10019, 212-541-4684.Audition Details:

• Audition Dates: January 29 – February 10, 2025
• Audition Process: By appointment or virtual submission
• Age Range: Male and female actors, ages 10-19
• Initial Audition: Appointments can be made via email or by texting/calling 850-771-8538.
• Virtual Submissions: Auditionees can also submit their materials via email to [email protected].

Production Dates:

• April 23, 24, 25, 26, 2025
• Showtime: All performances begin at 6:30 PM
• Ticket Price: $16.50
• Ticket Sales: Tickets will be available starting in February 2025. Space is limited!

Cost to Participate:
There is no fee to perform in Surfside Music Theatre productions. We believe that all talent should have an opportunity to perform, and while there may be paid contracts offered to professional actors on a case-by-case basis, there is never a fee to participate for our young cast members.Character Roles: The production of Mean Girls JR. offers a variety of exciting roles, including leads, supporting roles, and ensemble parts. Some of the key roles include:

• Cady Heron (Lead, Female) – Mezzo-Soprano, (G2-E5)
• Damian Hubbard (Male Lead, Tenor)
• Janis Sarkisian (Female Lead, Mezzo-Soprano), (A3-D5)
• Regina George (Female Lead, Mezzo-Soprano), (Ab3-Eb5)
• Gretchen Weiners (Supporting Lead, Mezzo-Soprano)
• Karen Smith (Supporting Lead, Mezzo-Soprano)
• Aaron Samuels (Supporting Lead, Male, Baritone), (B3-E5)
• Ms. Norbury (Supporting Role, Female, Older Cast Member)
• Shane Oman (Supporting Lead, Male/Female, Soloist)
• Kevin G. (Supporting Role, Male/Female, Rapper Soloist)
• Additional ensemble roles for characters like Cheerleaders, Mathletes, and more.

This is a great opportunity for young actors and musical theater enthusiasts to showcase their talents in a fun and vibrant production. The show is filled with humor, drama, and plenty of heart, and Surfside Music Theatre invites all interested performers to audition and join the fun!