Bring It On

National Theatre, St Kilda

July 2026

Nominated for the Tony Award for Best Musical, Bring It On catapults audiences into a vibrant world of cheer rivalries, loyalty and redemption.

STAGE WHISPERS

" Packed with gravity-defying choreography, razor-sharp humour, an uplifting story of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery. "

THEATRE THOUGHTS

" A powerful showcase of the next generation of talent. "

The Story

From the genius of Lin-Manuel Miranda (Hamilton, In The Heights) and Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q) comes a high-energy celebration of friendship, ambition and fierce competition.

At the heart of the story is Campbell, cheer royalty at Truman High School, whose senior year takes an unexpected turn when she is redistricted to the rival Jackson High. Stripped of her title and thrown into unfamiliar territory, she must rebuild her team from the ground up. With the help of the school’s dynamic dance crew and their fearless leader Danielle, Campbell seeks redemption at the National Cheer Championships.

Featuring music by Pulitzer and Tony Award winner Tom Kitt (If/Then, Next to Normal), and lyrics by Broadway’s Amanda Green (High Fidelity.)

Credits

Director Tahra Cannon

Musical Director Claire Gurrin

Choreographer Louise Panagiotidis

Executive Producer Andrew Gyopar

Credits

Music Tom Kitt & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Lyrics Amanda Green & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Liberetto Jeff Whitty

Two performers dance energetically centre stage, one in a black graphic tee and denim mini skirt, the other laughing in a brown top, with ensemble dancers blurred behind them.

A performer in a blue polo shirt and plaid skirt sings alone in a spotlight, from Theatrical's July 2026 production of Bring It On.

Three male cast members in a locker room scene from Bring It On at the National Theatre St Kilda: one leans against the lockers in a varsity jacket, one kneels wearing a bandana, and one stands with arms crossed in a headband.

A comic leprechaun mascot dances centre stage with arms raised, surrounded by the energetic Bring It On ensemble cast.

A cheerleader in a red and white "Truman" uniform performs mid-cheer with arms raised and mouth open, teammates visible behind her.

Three female performers dance in a school hallway set, from Theatrical's 2026 staging of Bring It On.

Inspired by the Motion Picture Bring It On Written by Jessica Bendinger
Licensed exclusively by Music Theatre International (Australasia).
All authorised performance materials are also supplied by Music Theatre International (Australasia).