Book by Julian Fellowes | Lyrics by Glenn Slater | New Music by Andrew Lloyd Webber
School of Rock is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of The Really Useful Group. www.concordtheatricals.com
You’re in the Band by Andrew Lloyd Webber, Glenn Slater, Jon Lord, Ian Gillan, Ritchie Blackmore, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Lou Reed, Charles Strouse and published by The Really Useful Group Ltd. / B Feldman & Co Ltd. / Warner Chappell North America Ltd. & Chappell-Morris Ltd. * In the End of Time by Jack Black and Warren Fitzgerald. Published by Sony/ATV Music Publishing Ltd. * Queen of the Night by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart * Math is a Wonderful Thing by Mike White & Jack Black. Published by Time for My Breakfast & Sony/ATV Harmony UK. * Edge of Seventeen by Stevie Nicks. Published by Welsh Witch Music/Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd. * Variation 7 by Andrew Lloyd Webber. Published by The Really Useful Group Ltd. * School of Rock by Mike White and Samuel Buonagurio. Published by Spirit Music Publishing Ltd. & Sony/ATV Harmony UK.
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Producer SCERA
Adam J. Robertson
President & CEO Director
Rex Kocherhans
Music Director
Christian Wawro
Choreographer
Rebecca Varney
Stage Manager
Alathia Burnside
Scenic Designer
Garrett Roblyer
Scene Shop Manager
Ethan Harrison Carpenters
Ethan Harrison
Maverik Higbee
Nick Wilson
Ej Lewis
Scenic Artists
Faith Sage
Blakely Creamer
Sofia Schofield
Brynnn Hartley
Strike Crew
Noah Ghent
Brody Guinn
Costume Designer
Costume Shop Manager
Kelsey Seaver
Stitchers
Kelsey Seaver
Deborah Bowman
Costume Shop Staff
Crysta Lamb
Costume Shop Volunteer
Ryan Hadlock
Properties Designer
Prop Shop Manager
Opal Tolman
Props Assistant
Mable Evans
Lighting Designer
Elizabeth Griffiths
Sound Designer
Audio Engineer
Master Electrician
Chase Elison
Electricians
Crysta Lamb
Garrett Roblyer
Deck Crew
Ethan Harrison
Sound Assistant
Katie Jeffreys
Followspot Operators
Benjamin Wilson
Cody Baird
Performance Tracks Right on Cue Services
This project is supported by the Utah Division of Arts & Museums, with funding from the State of Utah and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art.
Cast of Characters Cast
Dewey Finn ...................................................................................... JACOB THOMPSON
Theo (lead vocals, guitar) ........................................................................ TIMOTHY RYAN
Snake (guitar) ......................................................................................... BRIAN TANNER
Bob (bass) .....................................................................................................KAELY HOPE
Doug (drums) ...............................................................................................TREY HENRY
Ensemble .......................................... AVERY DALL-HILTON, BEN DRIGGS, BRIAN TANNER
CICI HUSS, JENNY LANE, CRAIG MAIRE, CELI NGATUVAI
KAELY HOPE, KATHRYN STUBBS, RYAN MACGYVER JONES
TIMOTHY RYAN, TREY HENRY
(*) Dance Captain
Scenes & Musical Numbers
ACT 1
Scene 1: The Olympic Powerhouse
I'm Too Hot for You........................................................................... Dewey & No Vacancy
Scene 2: Dewey’s Bedroom
When I Climb to the Top of Mt. Rock ........................................................................ Dewey
Scene 3: Horace Green Hallway / Classroom
Horace Green Alma Mater .............................................. Rosalie, Students & Teachers
Here at Horace Green .................................................................................................. Rosalie
Scene 4: Ned & Dewey’s Apartment
Children of Rock .............................................................................................. Dewey & Ned Mt. Rock (Reprise).............................................................................................................Patty
Scene 5: Horace Green Hallway / Music Room
Queen of the Night ...................................................................................................... Rosalie
Scene 6: Horace Green Classroom
You’re in the Band ................................................................................. Dewey & Students
Scene 7: Student’s Homes
If Only You Would Listen ................................ Zach, Billy, Freddy, Tomika & Students
Scene 8: Horace Green Classroom
In the End of Time ........................................................................................................ Dewey
If Only You Would Listen (Reprise) .................................... Tomika, Dewey & Students
Scene 9: The Palace Theater - Onstage
I’m Too Hot for You..............................................................................................No Vacancy
School of Rock (The Competition) ....................................................................... The Band
Stick it to the Man (Encore) ................................................................. Dewey & Students
Queen of the Night (Rock Version) Rosalie & Company
NOTE: Strobe lights, fog and hazers are used in this production.
Photo by Rachael Gibson
Director's Note
by Rex Kocherhans
Directing School of Rock has been an absolute joy, largely because of the incredible group of young performers at the heart of this production. Their energy, curiosity, and fearless commitment to the story brought a vitality to the rehearsal room every single day. Watching them grow—not just as actors and musicians, but as collaborators—has been one of the most rewarding parts of this process. They embraced every challenge, supported one another, and reminded all of us why we tell stories in the first place. Their talent is undeniable, but it’s their enthusiasm and spirit that truly make this show sing.
What makes School of Rock so special is how deeply its themes resonate right now. At its core, this is a story about finding your voice in a world that often asks you to conform—to, as the show boldly puts it, “stick it to the man.” In a time when young people face immense pressure to fit into predefined boxes, this show celebrates individuality, creativity, and the courage to take risks. It reminds us that education is not just about rules and results, but about discovery, passion, and the freedom to explore who we are. These messages feel as urgent and relevant today as ever.
Ultimately, this production is a celebration—of music, of mentorship, and of the transformative power of believing in yourself and others. The journey of these students and their unconventional teacher shows us that inspiration can come from unexpected places, and that sometimes breaking the rules is exactly what’s needed to find something extraordinary. It has been an honor to work alongside such a dedicated cast and team, and I hope this show leaves you tapping your feet, laughing loudly, and perhaps even seeing the world a little differently.
* Photo by Rachael Gibson
Cast & Staff Biographies
(in alphabetical order by last name)
JAMES “JEB” BUFFINGTON
(Mason) Jeb is so excited to be a part of School of Rock! Jeb is 11 and this is his 15th show. His love for theater started right here at SCERA when he performed in Big Fish and he hasn’t stopped since. His favorite roles have been Gavroche in Les Miserables, Randy in A Christmas Story, Michael in Elf, Chip in Beauty and the Beast, and Young Simba in The Lion King. This summer he will also appear as Young Tarzan in Tarzan at CenterPoint Theater. He would like to thank all of the directors here that keep welcoming him back. SCERA feels like home.
ALATHIA BURNSIDE
(Stage Manager) Alathia is thrilled to be the stage manager for School of Rock!
Alathia has been working backstage at SCERA since 2022 and recently stage managed SCERA's productions of The Wizard of Oz and Bright Star. She is grateful to spend time doing what she loves with her favorite people. She wants to extend a huge thank you to the amazing cast and crew for all their hard work and to Becca, Rex, and Christian for being such a fantastic team!
CAMILLA CURTIS
(Rosalie
Mullins)
Camilla is delighted to be returning to the SCERA stage for School of Rock. She was most recently seen in She Loves Me with the Lehi Arts Council. Select credits include Amalia Balash in She Loves Me, Glinda in The Wizard of Oz, and Despina in Così fan tutte. With a background in both opera and musical theatre, Camilla is passionate about bringing sincerity and joy to every character she portrays and is grateful to be part of this company.
REESE DAVIDSON
(Marcy / Dance Captain)
Reese is so happy to be performing with SCERA again. She was last seen here in Annie when she played Kate. She will be on stage next with HCT playing Rebecca Gibbs in Our Town. Some of her favorite credits include: A Christmas Carol (Belinda Cratchit) and Frozen Jr. (Snowflake) with The Ruth; Oliver! with HCTO; The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (Gladys Herdman) and Matilda The Musical (Amanda Thripp). "Life is better when you're singing, dancing and acting."
CHASE ELISON
(Sound & Lighting Manager) Chase has been involved in theatre since he was 11 in SCERA’s Oliver. At age 15, he began working at the Lehi Arts Center, and he currently serves as SCERA’s Sound and Lighting Manager, where he has designed lighting for many of SCERA’s Theatre for Young Audiences productions. “I dedicate my work to my grandparents Jerry & Barbara. They introduced me to theatre and music at a young age. My grandma taught me piano for many years, and I had the honor of working with my grandpa for several productions here at SCERA. Love and miss you guys, ‘Ya done good!’”
ALLISON FARNSWORTH
(Madison) Allison is thrilled to be back performing on the SCERA stage! She has previously appeared in A Christmas Story and The Wizard of Oz at SCERA, and is grateful for every opportunity to grow as a performer. Allison trains at Utah COPA, where she continues to develop her passion for the
arts. She would like to thank her family for their constant love and support.
ELIZABETH GRIFFITHS
(Lighting Designer) Liz is a graduate of Brigham Young University in Theater Education. She has been a guest lighting instructor at a number of high schools, teaches and designs with the Lehi Arts Council and loves to design for SCERA. Some favorite designs include: Hadestown Teen Edition, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Annie, The Little Mermaid, Big Fish, Shrek and Into the Woods. She has four wonderful children and an amazing husband who is so supportive of her theater habit!
ETHAN HARRISON
(Scene Shop Manager)
Ethan has been building sets and working backstage at SCERA since 2022, and has proudly worked on every single show since, including set designing Hadestown Teen Edition, The True Story of The 3 Little Pigs and A Peter Rabbit Tale at SCERA. He has always been inspired by the creativity of SCERA's sets, especially on the outdoor stage, so is excited to be building them himself. His love for set construction has been strengthened by his family who have all built many sets alongside him. He is grateful for his Pops and Mrs. Wygant for teaching him the craft as well as his SCERA tech family for their support and camaraderie!
"The real credit goes to my amazing staff! You guys all rock!"
CAPRI HAWKES
(Sophie) Capri is a 6th grader who loves performing! Some favorite credits include Shrek (Little Fiona) at American Fork High School, Matilda (Hortensia) at Lehi Arts, A Christmas Story (Grover Dill) and Mary Poppins at SCERA, The Sound of Music (Gretl) at HCTO, and Frozen Jr. at HCT. She trains in singing, dancing, and acting,
and wants to thank her voice teacher, Amanda Baugh, and all of her teachers at Utah COPA!
TREY HENRY
(Doug / Drums) Trey is incredibly excited to be playing drums for School of Rock! It has been a dream of his to perform on a big stage, and he is thrilled that it’s happening here at SCERA. Music and performing have always been an important part of his life, and he’s grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a fun show. Trey is proud to be part of SCERA’s Acting Up high school company and would like to thank his friends, family, and directors for all their support and encouragement.
KAELY HOPE
(Bob / Bass) Kaely is so happy to be making her SCERA debut. She can usually be found in the basement of a theater working on costumes. She is excited for the opportunity to play and sing for you all. She hopes you rock on and enjoy the show.
NOAH HUBER
(Zack / Guitar) Noah is so excited to be part of this production. Noah discovered his passion for electric guitar at 11 years old, convinced his parents to let him quit piano lessons and hasn't looked back since. He is the lead guitarist in his band, Radio Motion, at Caleb Chapman's Soundhouse. He wants to thank his family for their support and give a special shout-out to his older musical theater-loving sister, Isla, for encouraging him to go for this role and helping him prepare for it. Noah lives by the words of Ozzy Osbourne: "I just want to make music and make people happy."
Cast & Staff Biographies
(in alphabetical order by last name)
(in alphabetical order by last name)
TESSA JENSEN
(Tomika) Tessa is so happy to be back at SCERA for School of Rock. Previous credits include: Broadway National Tour of Waitress (Lulu); SCERA: Annie (July); Hale Centre Theatre: Frozen (Young Elsa) Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (Jemima), Hans Christian Andersen (Carol) and Fiddler on the Roof (Bielke); The Ruth/ HCTO: Ragtime (Little Girl), The Music Man (Amaryllis) and A Christmas Carol (Little Fan); Pioneer Theatre Company: A Christmas Story The Musical. “Thank you to everyone at SCERA for this ‘rocking’ opportunity, and thanks to my family for always supporting me!”
REX KOCHERHANS
(Director) Rex is an actor, singer, director, music director, and artistic director with a passion for creating performing arts that challenge and inspire. Recent projects include directing Little Women (Lehi Arts) and music directing Bright Star (SCERA), Daddy Long Legs (Lehi Arts), The Little Mermaid (SCERA Shell) and Beauty and the Beast (BYU Broadway Bootcamp). Favorite theater credits include Javert in Les Miserables (The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater), Captain von Trapp in The Sound of Music (The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater), Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol (Hale Centre Theatre) and Reverend Shaw in Footloose (Hale Sandy, West Valley Arts). He regularly performs in Scotland at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with American Performing Arts International. Rex is founder and Artistic Director of Consortium Men's Ensemble and Deseret Chamber Singers, chamber ensembles based in Salt Lake City. He has been a featured soloist with many leading arts organizations including the Tabernacle Choir, Salt Lake Choral Artists, Utah Baroque Ensemble, and BYU Singers. Rex is a founding member of the nationally renowned
men's acapella quartet Reprise, which won the Gold Medal at the international collegiate barbershop competition and has shared the stage with the King’s Singers. He performed in Europe, West Africa, Australia, New Zealand, and the Middle East with the BYU Singers, including concerts at the Sydney Opera House and Carnegie Hall. He has studied with Betty Jeane Chipman and Rebecca Wilberg, and his voice can be heard on numerous TV, video game, and film projects. Rex grew up performing on stages at SCERA and is thrilled to be back directing at this place that feels like home!
WATSON LANE
(Billy) Watson is thrilled to be making his SCERA stage debut as Billy in School of Rock! He has been involved with the performing arts company at COPA for several years, where he has loved growing as a performer and building his passion for the stage. Watson has had an amazing time getting to know this talented cast and is so grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a fun and energetic show.
AFTON LARGEY
(Katie / Bass) Afton is so excited to be doing School of Rock at SCERA! She’s loved being able to do two of her favorite things at the same time: playing the bass and theatre!
Getting her start in the third grade, theatre has been a big part of her life that she’s very grateful for. Some favorite shows she’s been in are Matilda, Legally Blonde, and Honk the Musical. “I absolutely adore this cast! Getting to work with these kids and adults alike always brightens my day, they’re so fun. The directors are the best and have worked with us so hard to get our band together too. This has been a dream!”
FELIPE LARROCHA
(Ned Schneebly / Offstage Guitarist) Felipe comes from Miami, Florida and earned his Bachelor's of Science in Sociology from BYU. A performer for most of his life, he's been in and out of rock bands since he was 11. His previous performances include singing and dancing alongside Alex Boye and the Young Ambassadors with BYU's Rhythm n' Soul Collective, and random open mics at Velour and Java Junkie. This is his first theatre performance in Utah.
JUNIPER MARTIN
(Summer) Juniper is thrilled to be making her debut at SCERA! She has previously performed in Elf Jr. and Finding Nemo Jr. at The Ruth. Before stepping into the world of musical theatre, Juniper spent two years competing in dance. She now loves all things theatre— especially getting creative with her own stage makeup for every performance.
SIMON MAXFIELD
(Freddie / Drums) Simon is excited to make his debut at SCERA. Like Freddie Hamilton, he likes to play drums. He also enjoys writing novels, listening to music and playing Dungeons & Dragons.
PORTER McCORMICK
(James) Porter is excited to be back on the SCERA stage. He was first seen as Randy in A Christmas Story at 9 years old which inspired his love of the stage. Porter was most recently seen as Charlie at the Ruth in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Les in Newsies at the SCERA Shell. Porter loves learning and growing in theater and studies at COPA in Smash company. Thanks
to his parents for their love and support in pursuing his love of the stage.
SIERRA PALMER
(Patty Di Marco)
Sierra is excited to be on the SCERA stage again. She loves performing and has always had a love for theater. Some of her favorite roles have been Ariel (The Little Mermaid) and Sarah Brown (Guys and Dolls). When she’s not performing, she is a nanny and in her free time enjoys playing Fortnite with her husband Sam and best friend Haley! She’d like to thank Sam for always being so supportive of her passion for musical theater.
GARRETT ROBLYLER
(Scenic Designer) Garrett is so excited for this amazing opportunity to do scenic design on the SCERA stage. Garrett has been involved in design and theatre for many years and loves the magic that comes through theatre and telling stories that matter. He is currently studying theatre design at UVU and serves at Lehi Arts Center as their scenic director. Some of his favorite projects have been The Mousetrap (Lehi Arts Center), Bright Star (Lehi Arts Center), Into the Woods (Lehi Arts Center) Puffs, Shrek the Musical, and Tuck Everlasting. Garrett thanks SCERA and all those who support him and encourage all his crazy ideas. #RoblyerPartyof9.
TIMOTHY RYAN
(Theo / Lead Vocals / Guitar) Timothy was born and raised on the sunny beaches of Orem, UT. He has been playing guitar since the age of 15 and hasn’t put it down since! He currently plays in bands across the valley and hopes to continue learning through the beauty of theatre and music. Timmy would like to thank his beautiful girlfriend for her support and encouragement through this process and his wonderful family.
Cast & Staff Biographies
(in alphabetical order by last name)
KELSEY SEAVER
(Costume Designer)
Kelsey has been involved with SCERA for the past 18 years in costumes and is currently the Costume Shop Manager. Some of her most recent SCERA designs are The Hunchback of Notre Dame, A Peter Rabbit Tale, Annie, The Wizard of Oz, The Cat in the Hat, Bright Star and The Little Mermaid. She is so thankful for her family’s support. Much love to her three kiddos and awesome husband.
BRIAN TANNER
(Snake / Guitar) Brian's two favorite things about School of Rock are shredding on the guitar with No Vacancy, and sharing the stage for the first time with his son Miles. Brian was last seen at SCERA as Daddy Cane in Bright Star. Other favorite past roles: Da in Once at Hale Center Theater Orem (in which he also played guitar), Harry in Company, The Baker in Into the Woods, Major General Stanley in The Pirates of Penzance, and Ferrando in Mozart's Così Fan Tutte. By day he works at BYUradio, where he is the co-host and showrunner of Kaboom: An Audio Adventure Podcast, which won the prestigious Signal Award for Best Kids Podcast and Best Fiction Writing. Brian thanks his wife Amy for all her support and sends beijos and abraços to his daughter Anya.
MILES TANNER
(Lawrence / Keyboard) Miles is excited to perform his very first full-length musical at SCERA. He has been studying piano for eight years, and has been learning more about real music—at least, Dewey's idea of “real music”—from doing this show. Recently,
he played Flounder in The Little Mermaid Jr. at Oak Canyon Junior High. Before that he played Mr. Krabs in the SCERA Youth Theatre production of SpongeBob the Musical Jr., Prince Abdulah in Aladdin Jr. at Rocky Mountain Elementary, and Boy Scrooge/ Beggar Boy in A Christmas Carol Jr. at Hale Center Theater Orem. He has also done voiceover acting in multiple episodes of BYUradio’s Kaboom Podcast. He has had such a good time doing this show, and he wants to thank both of his parents for supporting him (one of them is also in the show).
JACOB THOMPSON
(Dewey Finn) After nearly a decade hiatus from the stage, Jacob completes his 10-year mission of slowly gaining weight until he can realize the honor of playing Dewey in SCERA’s production of School of Rock. Previous roles include Ren in Footloose, and Young Scrooge in Hale Center’s A Christmas Carol, where he met his rock duchess and muse, Kelsey Mariner Thompson, to whom he dedicates this performance. “Also, hey kids! I’m talking to you from the playbill! Love you!”
OPAL TOLMAN
(Props Designer / Prop Shop Manager) Opal is so excited to be returning as part of the SCERA Family!
After having worked both behind the scenes and on stage in many of SCERA’s previous productions, Opal stepped into the role of props/scenic designer for several local theater companies, and truly fell in love with the artistry and storytelling of the design process. “SCERA has given me so much over the years, and I feel overwhelmingly grateful for the chance to give back in this new role. I'm excited to keep learning, support the amazing
artists here, and to help bring our magical productions to life." Previous behind the scenes works include: Hadestown Teen Edition and The Hunchback of Notre Dame (SCERA), The Crucible (Props/Scenic Designer), Twelfth Night (Props/Scenic/ Costume Designer), Julius Caesar (Props/ Scenic Designer). On stage: Freaky Friday (Torrey), Cinderella (Cinderella), Annie (Lily), The Adventures of Tom Sawyer (Becky).
REBECCA VARNEY
(Choreographer) Rebecca is thrilled to have been able to choreograph School of Rock. Recent credits include Crazy for You and Mary Poppins at the SCERA Shell, Wizard of Oz at SCERA Center for the Arts, and Newsies at Lehi Arts Center. She currently serves as the Dance Education Director and Volunteer Coordinator at SCERA. She is grateful for the support of her friends and family and her son, Banks, as well as the talented cast. She is also incredibly grateful for Rex, Christian, and Alathia who have been amazing to work with. Rebecca invites you to enjoy the show and thanks you for supporting the arts!
Little Fan/Want/Belinda in A Christmas Carol Jr. at HCTO and Grace Farrell in Annie Jr. with SCERA Youth Theatre’s Headliners. She’s excited to continue refining her craft, growing as a performer, and sharing her love for theater.
CHRISTIAN WAWRO
(Music Director) Christian is excited to return to SCERA, where he was in his first show, Peter Pan, in 2005. Christian has been music directing for SCERA Youth Theatre since 2010 and has recently music directed SCERA's production of Newsies and Fiddler on the Roof, as well as Elf Jr. at The Ruth Theatre. Performing credits include Lt. Eddie Souther in Sister Act (Hale Centre Theatre) Jimmy Ray Dobbs in Bright Star (SCERA), Jervis in Daddy Long Legs (Lehi Arts Center), and VicePresident of the BYU Young Ambassadors. When he's not performing, Christian teaches Sociology, Geography, Philosophy, World Religions, and Student Council at Lone Peak High School. He would like to thank the incredible staff at SCERA that he has worked around and with for the last 20 years.
LILLIAN WALKER
(Shonelle) Lillian is thrilled to be performing again at SCERA! She loves performing and helping stories come to life for the audience. Her favorite past roles include Little Cosette in Les Misérables School Edition at SCERA,
