17 Again: The Musical
THIS SHOW IS RATED PG-13
17 Again is a new musical based on the popular 2009 film starring Zac Efron and Matthew Perry, with music and lyrics by the Broadway team of Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner (First Date) and a book by Marco Pennette (Ugly Betty, Mom). This heartfelt musical comedy appeals to multiple generations and explores how the choices we make impact our life in unexpected ways. Mike O'Donnell is a married 35-year-old man who fears his best days have passed him by. A former high-school basketball star with a bright future, Mike's life did not go as he intended. Now, Mike's marriage has failed, his kids think he's a loser, and his job is going nowhere. He gets a chance to relive his past and change his life when he is miraculously transformed back into his teenage self. But in trying to rediscover his past, Mike may be jeopardizing his future. Over the course of Mike O’Donnell’s extraordinary journey, his “do-over” of his youth leads him to a deep appreciation for the path he chose and the profound beauty to be found in his role as father and husband. 17 Again’s universal themes and “Anytown, USA” setting offers the chance for a rich and diverse cast. The score is heavily influenced by pop/rock artists mashed up with musical theatre. It’s written in a style that merges contemporary sounds you’d stream on Spotify with character and story-based songs that every audience member can connect with.
IMPORTANT DATES!
ONLINE SIGNUPS: 4/7-4/20
AUDITIONS: 4/22
CALLBACKS: 4/25
FINAL LISTS/SCRIPTS/SCHEDULES/CONTRACTS: 4/26-27
REGULAR REHEARSALS: Noon-8pm at Belmont Ridge Middle School M-F (when called) Mon 6/23-6/27; 7/7-7/11. (Completely off 6/28-7/6).
MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSALS/SHOWS: 5-10pm 7/14-7/17. 7pm show on 7/18, 2pm & 7pm show on 7/19, 2pm show and strike on 7/20.
SET CONSTRUCTION/LOAD IN: Sat 7/12 & Sun 7/13
Cast of Characters
***We will take a minimum of 20 cast members for this show (a minimum of 40 double cast)***
All roles open to any gender and are followed by their description. (Audition song coming 4/1/25).
Mark / Young Mike
Mark is Mike O'Donnell's cover name when he magically becomes a modern-day 17-year-old. Same actor plays Young Mike back when he was a high school basketball superstar.
Ned
Mike’s best friend, sci-fi geek and tech millionaire
Older Mike
Bitter, world-weary adult version of Young Mike who fears life passed him by.
Scarlet
Mike’s wife. Strong, loving but willing to go out on her own to find her happiness.
Alex
Mike and Scarlet’s insecure, geeky son. Doubles as Young Ned.
Maggie
Mike and Scarlet’s daughter. Straight-A good girl being led down the wrong path by her degenerate boyfriend
Naomi
Scarlet’s sassy and fun-loving best friend.
Principal Masterson
No nonsense school principal.
Coach Murphy/Janitor
Tough as nails basketball coach who doubles as the “magical” janitor that transforms Mike into his 17- year-old self.
Stan
Maggie’s semi-literate boyfriend. Handsome, dumb and desperate to go all the way.
Chelsea/Young Scarlet
Sweet, innocent teenage girl. Doubles as Young Scarlet.
Lead Ensemble
The Brittanys
Ensemble
High school students and adults
Crew
***We will take a maximum of 15 crew members for this show***
Stage Managers
Spotlight Operators
Lightboard Operator
Running Crew