High School Musical JR rehearsals will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 PM, as well as Saturdays from 9 AM to 4 PM. While it is unlikely that each person will be asked to attend every rehearsal over the course of a week, we suggest that these days are kept free from other extracurriculars. By the final month of rehearsal, all cast members can expect full schedules!

Please prepare a 1–2 minute song in the style of High School Musical JR and bring an accompaniment track.

Before arriving, please make sure you have completed the online audition form.

A professional headshot or resume is not required.

Students should wear comfortable clothing they can move in, bring a water bottle, and pull hair back for the dance portion of auditions.

This answer differs depending on the time of year! While our JTF competition teams are typically made up of 30 students each, the fall and spring shows have between 70 and 80 cast members.

If you are cast in one of our shows, you will receive an email 4-5 days after callbacks. Our cast lists will also be posted on the Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre Facebook page!

For theatre-lovers that prefer to stay out of the spotlight, the ESRT Auxiliary is the best way to get involved. Auxiliary members assist in fundraising, organize our concessions and merchandise stands, and even have a few events of their own!

Becoming a Sponsor, too, is a great way to show your support for ESRT. We have several levels of sponsorship, each with ticket and advertising benefits.

Learn about all the ways to support ESRT here.

Though you can buy tickets at the door, we highly recommend that you purchase them ahead of time. Our public shows have been known to sell out! Keep an eye on our Facebook page for Eventbrite links as the show approaches.

For Disney’s High School Musical JR, auditions are open to students in 5th through 12th grade.

For younger students, or students who are new to theatre, ESRT Kids Academy is a great place to start. Kids Academy is open to kindergarten through 6th grade and does not require an audition.

Yes! Our spring show is open to performers of all ages. Look out for auditions mid-January!