Announcing the McK Mini Musical
McKinnon stages a full-school, large-scale musical every second year.
Big Show
Cast from all year levels, around 50+ in cast, full length and full-scale production values.
Various backstage crew opportunities for all year levels.
McK Mini Musical (what's happening in 2026)
Cast from years 7-10 only, around 30 in cast, senior students in supporting production roles (costumes, sets, props, etc). Show is shorter in duration, around 1 hour.
Into the Woods JR. is a witty and whimsical mash-up of several beloved fairy tales, including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, and Rapunzel.
The core of the story centers on a Baker and their Wife, who desperately wish to have a child. They learn a neighboring Witch has placed a curse on their family. To break the spell, the couple must venture into the treacherous woods to find four specific items: a cow as white as milk, a cape as red as blood, hair as yellow as corn, and a slipper as pure as gold.
In the woods, their journey intersects with the classic fairy tale characters, all of whom are also seeking a wish. The first act ends with everyone achieving their "happily ever after." However, the second act explores what happens after those wishes come true, when the consequences of their actions lead to new, unexpected dangers and ethical dilemmas, ultimately teaching a vital lesson about community, consequence, and responsibility.
Book by James Lapine
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.
Rehearsals:
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45-5:30pm at McK Rd Campus
Starting in Term 1, Week 4. See notes below regarding clashes with House Music or other Mck Ensemble commitments.
Going throughout Term 2.
and continue the first 2 weeks of Term 3.
Sunday rehearsals:
There will be 5 Sunday rehearsals, 10am-5pm.
Term 2:
May 2nd (week 3)
May 16th (week 5)
June 6th (week 8)
June 20th (week 10)
Term 3:
Sunday 18th July - technical rehearsal
Performances/Production week
Thursday 22nd July - full daytime tech rehearsal during school
Tuesday 27th July - full daytime dress rehearsal during school (for local primary school audience)
Performances:
Thursday 29th July, 7pm
Friday 30th July, 7pm
Saturday 31st July, 1pm and 7pm
Required Commitment
Full commitment to all scheduled rehearsals and performances is expected.
Casting preference will be given to those who can commit to all rehearsals without any late arrivals or early departures.
More than two unexcused absences may result in a role reassignment or removal from the production.
For those who are managing other commitments, eg. House Music and Instrumental Ensembles, dance troupes, YABC, AGC, please read the following carefully:
You can arrive late OR leave early ONCE a week due to that commitment until Week 6 of Term 2.
From Week 7 of Term 2, everyone is expected to prioritise the show and stay for the whole rehearsal if they are required.
You can miss ONE Sunday rehearsal for your other commitment, with at least 2 weeks notice provided.
If you are away for more than the above agreed times, or do not give adequate notice, please note that you may not be able to be in particular scenes/songs due to your absence or may risk role reassignment.
PLEASE ADVISE US OF YOUR KNOWN COMMITMENTS ON YOUR AUDITION FORM.
Production Participation Fee
There is a one-off production fee for participants of $55. This will cover your show t-shirt and other production week consumables, eg. makeup wipes.
We are committed to gender-neutral casting for all roles. We encourage all students to audition for the role they feel most connected to, regardless of their gender identity. The character descriptions focus on personality traits, not assigned gender.
Beast
The cursed Prince and master of the castle
Baritone / Bass-Baritone (A2–F4)
Maurice
Belle’s slightly addled genius inventor father
can be speak-singing role (acting priority)
Gaston
A rude, narcissistic hunter who assumes the world belongs to him
Baritone (A2–F4)
Lefou
Gaston’s fawning friend, not too bright.
Tenor / Baritone (B2–F♯4)
Les Filles De La Ville (multiple)
A group of Gaston’s fanatical female followers who energetically pursue him in the hopes of winning
Lumiere
A charming French valet who fancies himself a ladies man; becomes a candelabra
Tenor / Light Baritone (F♯2–F♯4)
Cogsworth
An officious, excitable, English major-domo; becomes a mantle clock
can be speak-singing role (acting priority)
Mrs. Potts
A sweet, kind-hearted head of the kitchen staff and mother to Chip; becomes a teapot
Mezzo-Soprano / Alto (F♯3–G5)
Chip
Mrs. Potts’s hopeful young son; becomes a teacup
can be speak-singing role (acting priority)
Madame De La Grande Bouche
A grand, larger-than-life opera singer; becomes a wardrobe
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C#4
Babette
A flirtatious maid; becomes a feather duster.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Monsieur D'arque
Proprietor of the local insane asylum
can be speak-singing role (acting priority)
ENSEMBLE - Villagers, Enchanted Objects
DANCE ENSEMBLE - Villagers, Enchanted Objects, Wolves