Get ready to crank up the volume because this is not your average school story. In School of Rock the Musical, Dylan Crawley and Imogen Alexander prove that following your dreams never goes out of tune. What starts as a conversation about returning to the stage quickly turns into a reflection on passion, purpose, and the power of music to bring people together.

🎭 School of Rock the Musical
📍 National Theatre, St Kilda
🗓️ 1 to 15 November
🎟️ booktickets.com.au

Based on the hit film, School of Rock is an electrifying stage adaptation that follows wannabe rockstar Dewey Finn as he turns a group of straight-A students into a mind-blowing rock band. Packed with high-energy performances, heart, and hilarious moments, this production hits all the right notes.

In this episode, Dylan Crawley and Imogen Alexander open up about their creative journeys from childhood inspirations to navigating the leap from classroom to stage. Dylan shares how a love for performance never really fades, even after years in cyber security, while Imogen reflects on growing up across five countries and how that global upbringing shaped her artistry. Together, they explore what it means to chase your passion fearlessly, rediscover joy, and embrace the thrill of live theatre once more.

For Dylan, School of Rock has always been a source of inspiration. Returning to the stage as Ned Schneebly feels like coming home, a full-circle moment that reminds him why he fell in love with performing in the first place.

School of Rock the Musical is a loud, feel-good celebration of friendship, second chances, and the unstoppable energy of doing what you love. Whether you’re a lifelong fan of the film or seeing it for the first time, this production will remind you why live theatre still rocks.

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DYLAN CRAWLEY is appearing on stage for the first time since high school. After being cast as Wilbur in the 2016 Hairspray production at Saint Ignatius College Geelong, Dylan knew musical theatre filled his soul. He later pursued a cyber security degree and worked in the field for several years before returning to his first love — performing. With past experiences at Walt Disney World and the Geelong Arts Centre, Dylan decided it was time to stop watching others live their dreams and start living his own. Now, as Ned Schneebly in School of Rock, he’s thrilled to bring his comedic energy and heart to the stage.

IMOGEN ALEXANDER is an emerging musical theatre performer who grew up across five countries, fostering a deep love for the arts. A graduate of Showfit and Griffith University’s Queensland Academy of Excellence in Music Theatre, Imogen’s credits include Legally Blonde (Enid Hoopes) and I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change (Betty/Noah). She has also performed in Bluey’s World and as the featured Mandarin singer for Amway’s 30th Anniversary with Kermond Entertainment. When she’s not performing, Imogen enjoys F45 workouts, teaching swimming, and spending time with her cat — also named Dylan.