CURTAINS is a dazzling, darkly comedic murder mystery set against the glitzy backdrop of 1950s Broadway.
When the leading lady of a troubled musical drops dead on opening night, the entire cast and crew become suspects. Enter Lieutenant Frank Cioffi, a detective with a passion for theatre, who must untangle backstage secrets and personal rivalries to catch a killer lurking in the wings.
As the show must go on, the line between performance and reality blurs, leading to shocking twists, toe-tapping numbers, and a finale no one sees coming. In Curtains, every spotlight casts a shadow—who will make it to the final bow?
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From the creative genius team of Kander and Ebb (Creators of CHICAGO, SWEET CHARITY, and CABARET) this melodic murder mystery captures the heart of the traditional Broadway Musical spirit with a modern contemporary flair,​
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Book by Rupert Holmes
Music by John Kander
Lyrics by Fred Ebb
Original Book and Concept by Peter Stone
Additional Lyrics by John Kander and Rupert Holmes
Originally Produced on Broadway by Roger Berlind, Roger Horchow, Daryl Roth, Jane Bergère, Ted Hartley and Center Theatre Group.
American Premiere Produced at The Ahmanson Theatre by Center Theatre Group, LA’s Theatre Company.
​BY ARRANGEMENT WITH ORiGiN™ THEATRICAL ON BEHALF OF THEATRICAL RIGHTS WORLDWIDE, NEW YORK
TRAINING & PRODUCTION
Our commitment to crafting top-tier musical theatre productions with a strong emphasis on technical training ensures each student's growth as both a performer and an individual. Discover the joy of learning in a fun, and supportive atmosphere where creativity flourishes. ROCKIT is where young performers thrive!
Our dedicated teachers guide students through weekly Musical Theatre classes, honing their part singing, vocal blend, dance, character development, and stagecraft skills. Embrace the opportunity to set goals, practice, and collaborate with fellow cast mates, fostering pride and accomplishment in a nurturing, creative environment.
PRODUCTION INFO
WHO
This production is part of our Elite SENIOR Program for students in Grades 10 to 12. Many of our SENIOR students are wishing to pursue a career in the arts while others are here for the love of musical theatre. If you love to sing, act and dance, this course could be right for you.
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PERFORMANCE
Our SENIORS will have 6 performances
TECH REHEARSALS: Saturday 21st June
TECH REHEARSALS: Sunday 22nd June
SHOW Day: Thursday 26th June (1 Show)
SHOW Day: Friday 27th June (1 Show)
SHOW Day: Saturday 28th June June (2 Shows)
SHOW Day: Sunday 29th June (2 Shows)
AUDITIONS
Auditions for this production will be held on
Saturday 25th January (10:00am to 3:30pm)
Auditionees will be split into small groups and called for a 90 minute session.
CALLBACKS Saturday 25th January (4:00pm to 7:30pm)
Not all auditionees will be required at callbacks.
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We try to make our auditions as fun as possible! This is certainly not meant to be a stressful day although we know that most of our SENIORS are perfectionists. We like to workshop items and play to find the best role for each person.
CLASS INFO
WEEKLY CLASSES
Weekly classes will be held from 5 to 7:30pm on Wednesday afternoons at ROCKIT LAUNCHPAD STUDIOS (36 Old Cleveland Rd, Capalaba, 4157) starting on Wednesday 29th January 2025.
Classes run following the QLD State School Calendar, observing QLD Public Holidays.
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PREREQUISITE CLASSES
The only prerequisite for joining our SENIORS Program outside the audition, is one weekly technical dance class. This could be one of our Adult beginner classes (Intro To Ballet, Intro to Jazz) or one of our streamed Jazz or Ballet classes in the weekly timetable.
FULL DAY REHEARSALS
There will be a few Full Day Rehearsals throughout the Semester to help us bring the production together. These dates are:
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Saturday 15th February
Saturday 22nd March
Saturday 26th April
Saturday 17th May
EXTENDED REHEARSALS
As we near closer to the show, we extend our rehearsals a little longer (4:00pm -8:30pm) so that we can run the show with costumes within the rehearsal time.
These dates are:
Wednesday 4th, 11th, 18th, and 25th June.
FEES & DISCOUNTS
FEES
Each of our Musical Theatre performance programs run over two terms, full fees and discounts are viewable HERE.
A Costume Hire fee of $70 (inc. GST) will be added to your first term Invoice so the team can get your costumes ordered and ready for dress rehearsals.
We always endeavour to keep costume costs at a minimum, so some simple items (like black basics, undergarments, and shoes) will be supplied by students while the more complex costumes will be supplied by ROCKIT Productions.
DISCOUNT PACKAGES
We know that the cost of living is greatly affecting our community so we have introduced our 2025 DISCOUNT PACKAGE to help ease the load. Check it out HERE.
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Basically, the more classes you add, the more you save!
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PAYMENT PLANS
We do not expect fees to be paid in advance each term as these packages can really add up, so we offer a number of payment plan options with our direct debit partner PayAdvantage.
WHY CHOOSE ROCKIT?
ROCKIT is a safe space.
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At ROCKIT, we take pride in fostering a safe and supportive environment. By removing dance competitions and examinations, we prioritise a positive and inclusive atmosphere promoting body positivity and self-confidence.
Here, each student can freely explore their creativity and talents without fear of judgment.
WHEN?
Weekly classes will be held on Wednesday afternoons at
ROCKIT LAUNCHPAD STUDIOS.
SENIORS rehearse 5:00-7:30pm
Classes run following the QLD State School Calendar, observing QLD Public Holidays.
WHERE?
All classes and rehearsals take place at
ROCKIT LAUNCHPAD STUDIOS.
Our fully air-conditioned studio facility with sprung dance flooring and wall to wall mirrors.
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Performances take place at
THE LAUNCHPAD THEATRE.
Our fully air-conditioned 88-seat theatre, with tiered seating and theatrical lighting.
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Both facilities can be found at
36 Old Cleveland Road, Capalaba.
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