Torn Ticket II Performed 24-Hour School of Rock
The Tufts University student group staged the musical within a single day of rehearsal.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Performance Art
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Torn Ticket II successfully performed the musical School of Rock at Tufts University's Cohen Auditorium. The production was completed following an intensive 24-hour rehearsal period.
Why it matters
The annual 24-hour musical tradition challenges students to produce a complete show with only one day of preparation. Participants learn the material and stage the entire production in the same 24 hours preceding opening night.
The production was completed within a 24-hour window, a standard tradition for the group. The musical School of Rock was originally released as a film in 2003.
The players
Torn Ticket II
This is a student-run musical theater organization based at Tufts University.
Henry Anderson Gatto
He performed the role of Dewey Finn in the 24-hour production.
Will Consoli
He played the role of Ned Schneebly in the performance.
Rosie Ounsworth
She performed the role of Patty Di Marco in the musical.
Talia Bourdon
She played the role of Rosalie Mullin during the staged production.
The details
Cast members Henry Anderson Gatto, Will Consoli, Rosie Ounsworth, and Talia Bourdon performed lead roles in the show. The performance was delivered to a sold-out audience at Cohen Auditorium after the students received their show materials just one day prior.
Timeline
October 12, 2026: The cast and crew received the production materials.
October 13, 2026: The performance took place at Cohen Auditorium.
Industry Dynamics
This production follows the established pattern of the 24-hour musical tradition held at the institution. The format reflects a broader trend of experimental university theater where groups prioritize rapid collaboration over extended technical rehearsals.
Local theater fans were required to secure tickets for the sold-out show, which was limited to the single performance window. Access to this unique production was strictly tied to the immediate 24-hour production cycle, preventing any extended theater run.
The takeaway
The successful staging of a full musical in one day highlights the capacity for rapid collaborative creative work. Students interested in similar theater formats can look for groups that specialize in high-intensity, short-form production schedules.
Further reading
For more information on local student productions, see Performance Art.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Tufts Daily.
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