Show Description
From the composer that brought you Legally Blonde and Heathers, Bat Boy: The Musical is a horror-rock musical about a half-boy, half-bat creature who just wants to fit in. In this staging, a group of B-movie–obsessed grunge/punk teens in the 1990s discover a rundown local drive-in, take it over, and perform Bat Boy as their own renegade production.

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Audition and Spring Musical Information Sessions
Come get advice on choosing audition material, snap a headshot photo, create your resume and learn more about the spring musical. This is an open house style so you can show up anytime within the time slot. 

 

• Dates: January 7, 13, and 20

• Time: 2:10 - 3:45 PM 

• Location: Berendo, M4 Blackbox 

• Additional Zoom Information Session- Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM

 

Note: If you are unable to attend any of these sessions, please reach out to Ms. GC. She is happy to help or set up an alternate time!

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Audition Dates, Times & Location

This is a new format for auditions for HTC. Please read CAREFULLY. 

 

Tuesday, February 17 – Mandatory Dance & Info Session

• Time: 4:00 PM- 7:00 PM

  • Check in begins at 3:30 PM. Do not arrive earlier than that.

• Location: Loyola High School, Black Box Theatre (M4) 

 

What to bring and prepare:

• Please plan to arrive early.

• Bring your headshot, resume, and completed audition and conflict forms.

• Wear clothes and shoes you can comfortably move in. Jeans, skirts, and tight pants are not recommended. Please avoid any outfits that show midriff. 

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Wednesday, February 18 – Individual Vocal & Acting Auditions

• Time: 3:00–6:00 PM, sign up for a 5-minute slot in advance

• Location:  Loyola High School, Black Box Theatre (M4) 

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All students must sign up for their slot. Check the Hannon Theatre website on January 18 to sign up for your audition slot.

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What to Prepare: 

• 32 bars or 1 minute of a prepared pop, rock or musical theatre song (or sing Happy Birthday)

• Memorized and fully embodied monologue, 45 seconds to 1 minute long

On the day of: 

• Please arrive at least 10 minutes prior to your scheduled time. 

• Wear your school uniform or professional attire. 

• An accompanist or speaker will be provided. If you are using a track, upload the mp3 here it at least 24 hours in advance. Name the track your LAST NAME and the SONG TITLE.

 

Thursday, February 19 – Callbacks (as needed)

Only select students may be called back for sides and music. Students will know by Wednesday at 8:00 pm whether or not they will need to attend callbacks. Not being called back does not mean you won’t be cast in the show.

• Time: 4:00-7:00 pm

• Location:  Loyola High School, Black Box Theatre (M4) 

 

Rehearsal & Performance Schedule
Not every student is called to every rehearsal. The rehearsal schedule is built on the needs of the show and the conflict forms. The following is subject to change per the needs of the company.

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Mandatory Full Company Meeting: February 24 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Music Rehearsals: February 25–March 6 | 4:00–7:00 PM
Blocking & Choreography: March 10–April 1 | 4:00–8:00 PM
Easter Break: April 2–April 12 | No rehearsal
Mandatory Rehearsals in Hannon Theatre: April 13–April 17 | 4:00–8:00 PM
Designer Run & Crew Preview: April 20 | 6:30–10:30 PM
Mandatory Tech: April 21-24 | 6:30–10:30 PM
Mandatory Tech Rehearsals: April 25–April 26 | 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Mandatory Dress Rehearsals: April 27–April 28
Faculty Preview: April 29
Performances: April 30–May 9

 

Character Breakdown

Bat Boy (Edgar) – Lead, Tenor, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Half-boy, half-bat. Innocent, sometimes dangerous, seeks acceptance and love. Strong singer, actor, dancer. Must be willing to try physically demanding movements like climbing, crawling, and other animalistic movements. Intimacy notice: Staged romantic/affectionate moments with Shelley. Fully choreographed and supervised by an Intimacy Coordinator.

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Shelley Parker – Lead, Soprano, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Rebellious daughter, spunky, comedic, and romantic. Strong singer, actor, dancer. Intimacy notice: Staged romantic/affectionate moments with Bat Boy (Edgar). Fully choreographed and supervised by an Intimacy Coordinator.

 

Meredith Parker – Lead, Mezzo-Soprano, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Caring mother with a complex and traumatic past. Strong vocal and acting skills. Intimacy notice: The role references past sexual assault, but no assault will be realistically staged. Close-contact/affectionate scenes with Dr. Parker. All moments choreographed and supervised by an Intimacy Coordinator.

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Dr. Thomas Parker – Lead, Tenor, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Town veterinarian, manipulative, complicated, villainous aura. Strong singing, acting, and comedic skills. Intimacy notice: Close-contact/affectionate scenes with Meredith. Choreographed and supervised by an Intimacy Coordinator.

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The following roles may be doubled or even tripled, depending on the needs of the show (one actor may play multiple characters throughout the run).

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Sheriff Reynolds – Featured, Baritone, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. The town’s sheriff, easily swayed by the townspeople for personal gain; requires strong vocals and comedic acting.

 

Rick Taylor – Featured, Tenor, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Shelley’s boyfriend and town bully; requires strong comedic skills. Intimacy notice: Staged romantic/affectionate moments with Shelley. Fully choreographed and supervised by an Intimacy Coordinator.

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Reverend Billie Hightower – Featured, Tenor, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. Requires powerful gospel-style singing. A beloved, over-the-top traveling Reverend who hosts a revival and is one of the first to accept Bat Boy.

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Pan – Featured, Tenor, Male-identifying or gender non-conforming actor. The half-human, half-goat Greek god of the forest.

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Ensemble – Townsfolk, animals, shadow puppets, etc.— Ensemble, all vocal types, all genders. Caricatures of the town with strong acting, vocal, physical comedy, comedic timing, and dance and movement skills required. Multiple named roles available, including Ruthie Taylor, Ron Taylor, Mrs. Taylor, Delia, Lorraine, Mr. Dillon, Mayor Maggie, Clem, Ned, Roy, Daisy, Bud, Doctor, etc. Ensemble is crucial to the storytelling of this show and will appear in numerous scenes and likely have lines and/or solos.