Production for Mean Girls Jr.

Santa Rosa Beach, FL – On February 3, 2025, Surfside Music Theatre, led by Michelle Kerrigan, announced auditions for its upcoming production of Mean Girls JR. This witty and entertaining show will be held at Surfside Music Theatre in Grayton Beach, FL, from April 23 to 26, 2025. Mean Girls JR. is a student-adapted version of the popular musical Mean Girls, which features a book by Tina Fey, lyrics by Neil Benjamin, and music by Jeff Richmond. The musical is based on Fey’s 2004 film, itself inspired by Rosalind Wiseman’s 2002 nonfiction book Queen Bees and Wannabes. The Broadway production, which opened in 2018, was produced by Lorne Michaels, Stuart Thompson, and Sonia Friedman, and received 12 Tony Award nominations. The Broadway run concluded on March 11, 2020, due to COVID-19. Mean Girls JR. is presented through a special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

Auditions will take place from January 29 to February 10, 2025, either by appointment or through virtual submission. The auditions are open to male and female actors aged 10-19. Appointments can be scheduled via email or by contacting 850-771-8538. Virtual submissions can be sent via email. The production will run from April 23 to 26, 2025, with performances starting at 6:30 PM. Tickets, priced at $16.50, will be available from February 2025, with limited seating.

There is no fee to participate in Surfside Music Theatre productions, as the organization believes in providing opportunities for all talent. While professional actors may receive paid contracts, young cast members participate for free. The production offers a variety of roles, including leads, supporting roles, and ensemble parts. Key roles include Cady Heron, Damian Hubbard, Janis Sarkisian, Regina George, Gretchen Weiners, Karen Smith, Aaron Samuels, Ms. Norbury, Shane Oman, and Kevin G., along with additional ensemble roles such as Cheerleaders and Mathletes.

This production is an excellent opportunity for young actors and musical theater enthusiasts to showcase their talents in a lively and engaging show. Surfside Music Theatre encourages all interested performers to audition and be part of this exciting experience.