Open auditions in Sunderland for High School Musical and Finding Nemo

Sunderland-based Arts North Studios has issued a casting call for High School Musical and Finding Nemo The Musical, with auditions taking place at The Fire Station on Saturday 12 September.

The two new shows are part of an expansion for Arts North Studios as they launch a new Saturday academy in September alongside its now at-capacity Sunday academy, creating more opportunities for young people to train in singing, dancing and acting with industry professionals.

Successful auditionees will perform in the productions as part of their weekly Weekend Academy classes, rehearsing in the lead-up to each performance.

Finding Nemo The Musical will be staged during the Easter holidays on 3 and 4 April 2027, with High School Musical following on 26 and 27 July 2027.

Auditions are open to all ages, with Junior performers also taking part in a Christmas concert at The Fire Station in December.

Anyone with an interest in musical theatre, singing, dancing or acting is encouraged to apply for the auditions.

Annie Guy, Principal of Arts North Studios, said: “We’ve been blown away by the response to our Sunday Academy, so opening Saturdays is a really exciting moment for us.

“There is so much talent in the North East, and these auditions are about giving young performers and those with a passion for musical theatre the opportunity to develop, perform and push themselves in a professional environment.

“Whether you’re taking your very first step onto the stage or already dreaming of the West End, we want to hear from you.”

Arts North Studios has established itself as one of the region’s leading training grounds for young performers, offering professional-level training in singing, acting and dance, while focusing on confidence, creativity and personal development.

The college is also gearing up for a busy summer, with its ArtsEd x Arts North Studios Musical Theatre Summer School giving aspiring performers the chance to train alongside tutors from Arts Educational Schools London, one of the UK’s leading drama schools.

Alongside this, a Musical Theatre Summer Camp will give young performers aged three and up the chance to develop their singing, dancing and acting skills across a five-day course, culminating with a live performance at The Fire Station for family and friends.

Annie added: “With our auditions for High School Musical and Finding Nemo, our academy expansion and a busy summer of fun all on the horizon, Arts North Studios is gearing up for one of its busiest seasons yet as it continues its mission to nurture the next generation of performers.”

To register for auditions, email [email protected]