Show: ROCKY: THE MUSICAL
Theater: Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College
Theater Website: https://www.milburnstone.com/auditions
Theater Phone: (410) 287-1037
Start date of auditions: 06/14/2026
AUDITION ANNOUNCEMENT – ROCKY
The Milburn Stone Theatre at Cecil College is excited to announce auditions for ROCKY.
Director: Nicholas Perez Hoop
Stage Manager: Matt Lucatamo
Choreographer: Natalie Hudson
Music Director: Brannon “Marshall” Marsh
MST’s Artistic Director: Andrew John Mitchell
Physical location for rehearsals and performances:
The Milburn Stone Theatre, Cecil College, One Seahawk Drive, North East, MD 21901 | Box Office Phone Number: (410) 287-1037
Audition Information:
Auditions will take place on Sunday, June 14th, and Thursday, June 18th, with both nights starting at 6 pm at the Milburn Stone Theatre. Please sign up for your audition slot directly through the Milburn Stone Theatre’s Cast98 Studio page at: https://us.cast98.com/studios/milburnstone
Those submitting a video audition have until Thursday, June 18th, at 5 pm and can do so via Cast98.
Callbacks:
Callbacks for Rocky will be held on Saturday, June 20th, from 11 am – 3 pm. Callback notifications will be sent out by Thursday, June 18th, at 10 pm.
Audition Preparation:
Please prepare a song (approximately 32 bars, or 60–90 seconds of music) in the style of the show. Songs from the show are welcome but not required. We’re looking for songs that showcase your vocal range and understanding of the style.
To listen to the original cast recording, please click THIS LINK
An accompanist will be provided for your audition, and their use is highly encouraged. If you choose not to use the provided accompanist, you must bring a backing track (without vocals) to play during your performance.
Please note: Amplification will not be provided, and playing backing tracks off a cell phone (without proper additional amplification) is strongly discouraged.
Rehearsals:
Rehearsals for ROCKY will begin in late June. Rehearsals will be based on both performer and production staff availability, so please submit all known conflicts at the time of auditions. The Milburn Stone Theatre traditionally rehearses between 2 to 4 times a week.
Please note: Cecil College will be closed July 4th through July 12th in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. Rocky has the potential to rehearse select dates from July 7th–12th off campus, with potential dates to be determined. Cecil College will be closed and no rehearsals will be held on September 5th – 7th for Labor Day weekend.
Tech Week:
Tech week for Rocky will be held Tuesday, September 1st, through Thursday, September 10th, with no tech rehearsals on September 2nd, 4th, 5th, 6th, and 7th in observance of Labor Day.
No conflicts will be accepted on September 3rd, 4th, 8th, 9th, and 10th, as they will be considered mandatory.
Performances:
Performances for Rocky begin on Friday, September 11th, with additional performances on September 12th, 13th, 18th, 19th, and 20th. Friday and Saturday evening performances take place at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees at 2 pm.
Please note: The Milburn Stone Theatre is a community theatre on a college campus. Our productions are open to the entire community, not just Cecil College students, faculty, and staff. This production is non-paid/non-union.
Rocky Casting Breakdown:
All roles are available for audition. Listed ages are ranges, not requirements. While we encourage everyone to audition for any role, our Music Theatre International agreement requires all characters to be performed as originally written.
Character Breakdown
Rocky Balboa An amateur boxer with dreams and determination. He aspires to have a shot at the heavyweight championship and a better life. Gender: Male | Age: 25–40 | Vocal range: Ab2–G#4
Apollo Creed A confident championship fighter. He is everyone’s favorite to win the heavyweight title. Gender: Male | Age: 35–45 | Vocal range: Bb2–G4
Gazzo A ruthless loan shark who employs Rocky. Gender: Male | Vocal range: D3–E4
Mickey Goldmill Rocky’s trainer and a father figure to him. A former boxer himself, Mickey is passionate about boxing. Gender: Male | Age: 50–80 | Vocal range: D3–B3
Adrian Pennino, A shy pet store clerk. Her life is overshadowed by her domineering older brother, Paulie. Gender: Female | Age: 25–40 | Vocal range: G3–D5
Gloria, The vivacious owner of the pet store where Adrian works. Paulie’s love interest. Gender: Female | Age: 40–50 | Vocal range: Db4–D5
Joanne, A friend and coworker of Gloria and Adrian. Gender: Female | Vocal range: C4–E5
Angie, A friend and coworker of Gloria and Adrian. Gender: Female | Vocal range: D4–D5
Paulie Pennino Adrian’s bullying older brother. He tries to use Adrian and Rocky as pawns to get what he wants. Gender: Male | Age: 35–50
Jergens Apollo Creed’s promoter. Gender: Male | Vocal range: Bb2–F4
Ensemble Roles include: Crowd, Referees, Reporters, Street Singers, Apollo’s Girls, Boxers
Dipper Riley An up-and-coming boxer. Gender: Male | Vocal range: C#3–G#3
Spider Rico A local boxer who fights Rocky early on. Gender: Male
About ROCKY:
ROCKY: THE MUSICAL
Show Dates: September 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20
Show Times: Friday evening performances at 7:30 pm | Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 pm
$24 Adults | $22 Seniors/Military | $20 Students
Book by Thomas Meehan and Sylvester Stallone Music by Stephen Flaherty Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Based on the MGM/United Artists Motion Picture
He’s not the most polished fighter in Philadelphia — but Rocky Balboa has heart, and in this city, that counts for everything. A small-time boxer scraping by on the tough streets of Philly, Rocky gets the chance of a lifetime when he is chosen as an unlikely opponent for Apollo Creed, the undefeated world heavyweight champion. As Rocky trains relentlessly for the fight of his life, he finds an unexpected connection with Adrian, a quiet and overlooked young woman searching for her own strength. Together, they discover in each other a courage neither knew they possessed.
Adapted from Sylvester Stallone’s beloved Academy Award-nominated screenplay and featuring a score by Tony Award winners Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty, Rocky the Musical is a hard-hitting yet deeply tender story of grit, determination, and the power of love. With its thrilling climactic bout and soaring emotional core, Rocky proves that the greatest victories are not always won in the ring.
Rocky is presented through special permission from Music Theatre International.
We can’t wait to see you at auditions!
