Madagascar JR
7th - 10th July 2026
In the July 2026 school holidays, Stage School Australia proudly presented Madagascar the Musical Adventure JR.
Based on the smash-hit DreamWorks animated film of the same name, Madagascar JR follows Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, Gloria the Hippo and a host of unforgettable characters as they escape from New York's Central Park Zoo and embark on a hilarious journey to the wild.
Following a huge rehearsal week and an 8 show season, we are incredibly proud of the talent, dedication and professionalism our young performers brought to the stage.
Hear from our audience members:
"Experiences like these stay with children for years, and I’m so glad my boys were able to witness such an inspiring performance."
"The production was absolutely wonderful - from the energy and talent of the cast to the vibrant storytelling and music. It was such a joyful experience for our whole family."
Stage School Australia's July 2026 Production of Madagascar JR
Stage School Australia's July 2026 Production of Madagascar JR
Production Details
Stage School Australia's school holiday productions are designed to replicate the structure, and scale of a professional musical theatre experience.
Students rehearse with professional creatives to learn upbeat songs, choreography and hilarious scenes, then bring it all to the big stage in a full-scale production with sets, props, exciting costumes, and a live audience!
This is a unique opportunity for young performers to collaborate, develop their performance skills in a fast-paced rehearsal environment, and spend the school holidays fully immersed in creativity alongside like-minded peers.
About the Show
Based on DreamWorks’ hit animated film Madagascar, this musical adventure is packed with lively songs, colourful characters, and plenty of laughs.
The show brings to life the beloved story of Alex the Lion, Marty the Zebra, Melman the Giraffe, and Gloria the Hippo as they escape New York’s Central Park Zoo.
The four friends embark on an unforgettable journey in Madagascar, where they encounter mischievous penguins, the eccentric King Julien and his lemurs - learning to "smile and wave", and “Move It, Move It!"
Production Team & Creatives
Director - Josh Mucahy
Producer - Corey Smark
Musical Director - Cheslea Plumley
Original Choreography - Cara Dinley & Victoria Morris
Costume Design - Jennifer McKenzie
Resident Director - Francesca O’Donnell
Resident Choreographer - Isabel Lanigan
Assistant Resident Choreographer - Grayson McBurney
Resident Musical Director - Jackson Hurwood
Principal Cast
ALEX THE LION - Chistiano
MARTY THE ZEBRA - Jerah
GLORIA THE HIPPO - Vanessa
MELMAN THE GIRAFFE - Cameron
KING JULIAN - Jack
MAURICE/ OLD LADY - Jackson
LYNN/ ZOE ZOOKEEPER - Jayde
PASSERBY / ZELDA THE ZOOKEEPER - Amelie
LARS/ ZEKE THE ZOOKEEPER - Olivia
LEW/ CAMERA MAN/ SHIPS CAPTAIN - Conor
LEE/ CANDY HAMMERNOSE - Holly
MASON - Avi
NEWSPAPER MAN - Jack
POLICE OFFICER 1 - Jack
POLICE OFFICER 2 - Max
ANIMAL CONTROL -
Abigail, Chloe, Gargi
ENSEMBLE -
Oscar, Agenese, Hazel, Elli, Noa, Amy, Anna, Cielle, Lexie, Bea, Amy, Georgie, Elliot, Zoe, Alisa, Shaya, Zane, Mollie, Vivienne, Isobel, Anashe, Kiki, Ruthanne, Carmel, Alessia, Hugo, Viola, Amber, Lucia, William, Macy, Charlotte
Cast A
SKIPPER - Poppy
KOWALSKI - Adam
RICO - Bella
PRIVATE - Zoe-Mai
MORT - Spencer
CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE A -
Anna, Tom, Oliver, Charlotte, Hendrix, Emily, Sarah, Martha, Paige, Lila, Dante, Maple, Etta, Pippy, Mia, Isabella, Charlie
Cast B
SKIPPER - Jemima
KOWALSKI - Leonel
RICO - Ryan
PRIVATE - Frankie
MORT - Jimi
CHILDREN'S ENSEMBLE B -
Primrose, Anthony, Shiloh, Beenu, Abbey, Alana, Milla, Taylah, Indie, Atlanta, Halle, Gemma, Katia, Louise, Hilda, Samuel, Pepe