How the Stage Helped Them Rediscover Themselves

Get ready to crank up the volume because School of Rock is more than just kids with guitars, it’s a celebration of passion, purpose, and the power of music to bring people together. Onstage, John Yanko and Anna Dinyés rock out as part of the electrifying cast, but behind the amps and anthems is a story of rediscovery, growth, and pure joy. Their shared love for performing fuels every riff and lyric, proving that music isn’t just what they do, it’s who they are.

🎸 School of Rock

📍 National Theatre St Kilda

🗓️ 1 to 15 November

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Based on the hit film, School of Rock follows Dewey Finn — a wannabe rock star who turns a class of straight-A students into a mind-blowing band that learns what it really means to find your voice. With powerhouse performances, infectious energy, and heart-thumping music, this production captures the spirit of rebellion and the magic of self-expression that only rock ’n’ roll can deliver.

From explosive ensemble numbers to quiet moments of reflection, School of Rock strikes every chord, humour, hope, and heart. Audiences of all ages are cheering for its unstoppable mix of fun, emotion, and authenticity, reminding us all that it’s never too late to chase your dreams or pick up a guitar.

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JOHN YANKO is a Melbourne-based singer, songwriter, and performer whose artistry bridges storytelling and soul. He made his television debut on ABC’s The Piano, where he was handpicked by Harry Connick Jr. and Andrea Lam to perform at Sydney’s City Recital Hall. John’s musical theatre credits include leading roles in We Will Rock You, Seussical, Shrek the Musical, and now School of Rock. His passion for performance is rooted in connection — using music to inspire joy, courage, and authenticity both on and off stage.

ANNA DINYÉS is a Hungary-born, Melbourne-based artist with a background in classical voice and piano. She is currently completing her Bachelor of Music (Musical Theatre) at the Australian Institute of Music and has appeared in productions such as Urinetown, The Mystery of Edwin Drood, and Pippin. Anna toured internationally as a lead vocalist in a professional ABBA tribute show and has lent her voice to the award-winning video game Elden Ring and Marvel’s Loki soundtrack. Blending discipline with playfulness, Anna continues to carve her path as a bold and versatile performer in the Australian theatre scene.