Rock of Ages is a musical comedy that premiered on Broadway in 2009. The show is set in the 1980s, during the height of the rock music scene, and follows the story of two young lovers, Drew and Deena, who find each other in the midst of the Sunset Strip's vibrant music scene. The musical features a book by John Weir and Janet Fitzsimmons, music and lyrics by Alan Menken and Tim Smithey, and a choreographer that will leave you on your feet.

The musical is set in the iconic Sunset Strip of 1985, where we meet our protagonist, Dewey St. Vincent (or St. Nicholas), a small-town boy with big dreams of becoming a rockstar. Alongside his best friend and bandmate, Kendy, they form a band, The Wild, and embark on a journey to make it big in the city of angels. As Dewey navigates the complexities of the music industry, he finds himself torn between his passion for rock 'n' roll and his blossoming romance with the beautiful Sherrie. The script masterfully weaves together themes of love, friendship, and the power of music to create a narrative that is both nostalgic and refreshingly modern.

The 2012 movie starring Tom Cruise changed the ending, removed several songs, and toned down the narrator’s role. The stage script is superior for its raw energy and fourth-wall breaks. Do not use the movie script for a stage production.

If you have a legal perusal or production license, yes. Most licenses allow you to print one copy for each cast member. However, the PDF is usually digitally watermarked with your theater’s name to prevent illegal sharing.