Cinderella
Youth Edition
In this timeless fairy tale with a modern twist, Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella: Youth Edition follows the journey of Cinderella, a kind and spirited young woman who dreams of a better life beyond her chores and cruel stepfamily. With a little help from her Fairy Godmother, Cinderella attends the royal ball, where she captures the heart of Prince Topher. But when the clock strikes midnight, her magical evening ends—and the prince must search the kingdom to find the mysterious girl who changed his life.
Filled with catchy songs, charming characters, and a message about kindness, courage, and believing in yourself, this enchanting musical is a delightful experience for performers and audiences of all ages.
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Want to be a part of this musical? Enrol online today!
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FOR: Ages 9-15
REHEARSING: Term 3 and Term 4, 2025
REHEARSAL STUDIO: Perform Australia Studios, 2A Barker St, Griffith ACT 2603
CLASS TIMES: Choose from either:
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Wednesday, 3:45pm-6:15pm, or
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Thursday, 3:45pm-6:15pm
PERFORMANCES: You MUST be available on the following dates:
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Dress rehearsal - Friday 21 November or Saturday 22 November 2025, depending on your cast
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Performances on Saturday 22 November and Sunday 23 November 2025.
PERFORMANCE VENUE: Tuggeranong Arts Centre
COST: $380 per term (two-term commitment)
About
Rodgers & Hammerstein's
Cinderella
Youth Edition
Music by Richard Rodgers
Book and Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
​​Adaptation by
Tom Briggs
Orchestrations by Robert Russell Bennett
Adaptation for this edition by John Higgins
G2K Collection of Musical Adaptations Edited by
Tom Briggs and Bruce Pomahac
“Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella: Youth Edition” is presented by permission of ORiGiN™ Theatrical
on behalf of R&H Theatricals, A Concord Theatricals Company
What happens in a musical theatre production class?
If you've never been a part of a musical theatre production class before, here's what you can expect, week to week. Every week includes different educational content designed by professional actors and educators.
CHECK-IN
We begin with connection - checking in with the kids to see how they're going. This helps take the temperature of the room, as well as build friendships within the group.
WARM-UP
Like athletes, actors warm up their voice and body. We spend a few minutes preparing for the work we're about to do. Sometimes it may also involve an energiser game.
SINGING & CHOREOGRAPHY
Students learn songs under the tutelage of the show's musical director, and dance under the choreographer.
SCRIPT WORK/
REHEARSAL
Students put singing and dance together with scene work (acting). Over the weeks of the program, they rehearse the show in chunks, until such time as the whole show is ready to come together as a complete work.
Be a part of this show and:
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Learn singing, dancing and acting skills with trained professional performers
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Get your own copy of the script to keep forever
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Receive your own team t-shirt
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Make new friends
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Wear fabulous costumes
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Enjoy the buzz of being in a show
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Perform for family and friends in a real theatre!
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No experience is necessary to join this class, however we do find that once you try your first musical, you'll be coming back again and again for more!
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About your director
James Scott
James Scott is an actor, director and teacher. He is a co-founder and Director of Artistic Development at Perform Australia. He holds a Diploma of Performance from the Actors' College of Theatre and Television and a Master of Arts Practice in Acting from Charles Sturt University, as well as a Diploma in Vocational Education and Training. He has performed on stage and screen over a 30-year period - most recently in 'Waiting for Godot' at the Street Theatre - and has directed countless productions. Among them are several children’s musicals with Perform Australia, including The Sound of Music, Cinderella Cats, Shrek Jr, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr, Spamalot Jr, Peter Pan Jr, Music Man Jr, Oliver Jr, Lion King Jr, Pirates of Penzance, Into the Woods Jr, Oklahoma: Youth Edition and The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition.
Roles in the show
All students get ample stage time during the performance, whether they are part of our ensemble of back-up singers and dancers, or they have a character role. Often the ensemble play multiple roles through the performance (such as munchkins, townsfolk, winged monkeys, birds etc. that require multiple costume changes and several song-and-dance numbers). Being part of the ensemble is just as important as being a lead role.
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There is an audition process for students who want to try out for a character role, which usually happens in Week 2-3 of the rehearsal process. Students who would like to audition for a role will need to sing one of the songs from the show (we teach it in Week 1) and also read a portion of the script.
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How roles are cast
The show's director has the final say on who receives which role. Casting is a very difficult process and the show's leadership team often spends multiple hours on it. Not everyone will get the role they want, but we do ask parents to support our decisions for the good of the show and the experience of the children.
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Tickets
Tickets go on sale 4-6 weeks before the show, from our website. Tickets to the show cost $35.
Ready to enrol?
Download your full information pack here, for additional info about the program:
To enrol, click 'Enrol Now' below. This will take you to our portal page. Set up your portal, and you will be able to enrol your child in the class.
Enrolment is only secure once payment has been made.
We look forward to having your child as part of the show!
Other classes you may be interested in
Many children do more than one class with Perform Australia each week! Take a look at some of our other programs that may support your child as a performer.
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