Cast Size: Flexible Cast Size
Cast Type: Children, Ensemble Cast, Featured Leads
Recommended For: Elementary Schools and Youth Theatre Programs
All Shook Up KIDS features energetic rock ’n’ roll characters, fun comedy, and flexible ensemble opportunities perfect for elementary school performers. Inspired by the music of Elvis Presley®, this crowd-pleasing musical gives students exciting featured roles and plenty of opportunities for singing and dancing.
Principal Characters
Natalie Haller
A smart and independent teenager who is far more comfortable fixing engines than wearing dresses. Natalie dreams of adventure beyond her small town.
Chad
A guitar-playing, motorcycle-riding roustabout who arrives in town and changes everyone’s lives through the power of music and self-expression.
Sylvia
The confident owner of Sylvia’s Honky-Tonk Cafe. Strong, caring, and practical, Sylvia becomes an important influence on the town.
Lorraine
Sylvia’s daughter. Smart, energetic, and determined, Lorraine plays a key role in the changing attitudes around town.
Dennis
An awkward but lovable young man who dreams of becoming a dentist. Dennis has a kind heart and plenty of comedic moments.
Sandra
The intelligent and sophisticated caretaker of the town museum. Sandra brings charm and elegance to the story.
Mayor Matilda Hyde
The strict and conservative mayor determined to keep order in town and resist change at all costs.
Dean Hyde
Matilda’s teenage son who has spent most of his life at military school. Obedient and reserved, Dean begins discovering his own identity.
Sheriff Earl
The quiet local sheriff who loyally supports Mayor Hyde and helps enforce the town’s rules.
Male & Female Ensemble
The ensemble portrays the colorful townspeople throughout the musical. Ensemble members help create the lively 1950s setting through energetic musical numbers, comedy scenes, and dance moments. The cast size is highly flexible, making this show an excellent option for school theatre programs of many sizes.
Why Teachers Choose All Shook Up KIDS
- Features iconic Elvis Presley® songs students and audiences love
- Flexible ensemble opportunities for large or small casts
- Fun 1950s setting with energetic choreography
- Strong featured roles for both boys and girls
- Excellent introduction to musical theatre for younger performers
- High-energy production that audiences immediately connect with
Planning your production? Explore the full All Shook Up KIDS ShowKit for scripts, rehearsal materials, choreography resources, and more.