Auditions
“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players.”
- William Shakespeare
AUDITIONS
All auditions take place at the Little Theatre unless otherwise posted. Pensacola Little Theatre is YOUR community theatre, and auditions are open to EVERYONE. No experience is required. Reading the play is not required before an audition, although you can come to the main office and read a perusal copy of the play you are auditioning for. The perusal copy may not leave the building. Even if you have never been in a play before, don’t be shy about auditioning. During each season, we have roles of all sizes for adults, teens, and children. We encourage performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, religious backgrounds, ages, and capabilities to audition.
AUDITIONING FOR A NON-MUSICAL PLAY
All auditions are "cold-reads," unless otherwise noted, so you do not need to prepare a monologue or memorize anything in advance. Perusal copies of upcoming plays are available to read at the PLT Business Office during regular business hours.
AUDITIONING FOR A MUSICAL PLAY
Prepare 16 - 24 bars (one verse and a chorus) of a song in musical theatre style (unless otherwise indicated). Bring sheet music marked for accompaniment. If you use a .mp3, you may plug into our speaker, or bring your own (use karaoke or accompaniment tracks only). Choose a song that enhances and shows off your singing skills - usually not a song from the play for which you are auditioning. You may also be asked to take part in movement or dance auditions, where the choreographer will ask you to learn a few steps. Please no a capella auditions.
Seussical Jr.
JUNE 21-30, 2024
Music by STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS
Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY
Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY, and ERIC IDLE Based on the Works of DR. SEUSS
AN ACORN PRODUCTION
DIRECTED BY Julia banta and kayla phillips
music Directed by kylie branch
Seussical is a tale that lovingly brings to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy Mayzie and a little boy with a big imagination – JoJo. The colorful characters transport us from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus to the invisible world of the Whos.
The Cat in the Hat tells the story of Horton, an elephant who discovers a speck of dust that contains the Whos, including JoJo, a Who child that is thinking too many "thinks." Horton faces a double challenge: not only must he protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird. Although Horton faces ridicule, danger, kidnapping and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant.
About AuDItions:
Audition will consist of a prepared 16-32 bars of a song from a musical (one verse and a chorus), and a short dance audition that will be taught on the day of the audition. You may also sing with a track; remember, karaoke style with no lead vocal track.
Looking for:
Actors ages 7-18.
The Cat In the Hat:
The Cat in the Hat is the essence of mischief, fun, and imagination. The Cat stirs things up, causes trouble, but always sets things right again, helping Jojo to discover the power of imagination as they create the story for the show together.
Gertrude McFuzz:
Very self-conscious about her one-feather tail. Gertrude gains confidence throughout the show, changing from an anxious, nervous, shy bird into someone whose self-worth doesn't rest on her appearance. In other words, Gertrude realizes what's truly important in her life.
Mayzie La Bird:
Self-centered, vain, and manipulative. She ultimately means no harm, but she's immature and makes selfish decisions. In giving up her egg to Horton once and for all, she has a moment of self- awareness - she realizes she isn't the kind of bird who would be a good parent, and she does the best thing she can for the egg.
Sour Kangaroo:
Loud, brassy, and a lot of fun. She's got a lot of attitude but isn't mean - she's just very confident and unafraid to tell it like it is.
Baby Kangaroo
A baby kangaroo and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. She is the Sour Kangaroo’s daughter and does whatever her mother does. She’s very sassy with lots of attitude.
Wickersham Brothers:
The Wickersham Brothers are not bad guys! They tease, play pranks, and get a kick out of making mischief, although often at another's expense.
Bird Girls:
The Bird Girls are a fabulous group of birds who know everything there is to know about the goings on in the jungle and support Mayzie throughout the show.
Mr. Mayor/Mrs. Mayor:
Mr. Mayor and Mrs. Mayor are parents trying hard to raise a child with a big imagination. These Whos may get aggravated with JoJo, but they love him dearly. They try their best to make the right choices as parents, even if JoJo doesn't always understand them. They are also upstanding members of their community.
Horton The Elephant:
Horton is a gentle giant. Think of him as a big-hearted guy who is steadfast, responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends. He is imaginative and receptive to the world around him. Horton's view of the world never changes - he believes in its goodness. By the end of the show, without even realizing it, he is ready to become a parent.
JoJo:
A “Thinker” who is a smart child with a wild imagination. JoJo can be played as being a little bit awkward, a little bit of a loner, or simply a rambunctious kid whose "Thinks" get him into constant trouble. By the end of the show, JoJo learns what it means to be a responsible member of the community, using the power and possibilities of their own "Thinks."
The Whos:
The Whos are a lot like you and me, only so small as to be invisible. They are a tight-knit supportive community. The Grinch is also a featured role that is a part of the Whos.
Ensemble:
The Jungle Citizens, Judge Yertle the Turtle, Hunters, Circus Animals, Fish, Courtroom Attendants, all help fill out the world Seussical JR.
disney’s Descendants
July 19 - August 4, 2024
Book by Nick Blaemire
Additional lyrics by Nick Blaemire
Music Adaptation by Madeline Smith
Music Produced by Matthew Tishler
Vocal and Incidental Arrangements by Madeline Smith
Orchestrations by Matthew Tishler
A Treehouse PRODUCTION
DIRECTED and CHOREOGRAPHED BY
roxie alyssa smith
music Directed by tom baroco
Imprisoned on the Isle of the Lost – home of the most infamous villains who ever lived – the teenaged children of Maleficent, the Evil Queen, Jafar, and Cruella De Vil have never ventured off the island… until now. When the four troublemakers are sent to attend prep school alongside the children of beloved Disney heroes, they have a difficult choice to make: should they follow in their parents’ wicked footsteps or learn to be good?
About AuDItions:
Audition will consist of a prepared 16-32 bars of a song from a musical (one verse and a chorus), and a short dance audition that will be taught on the day of the audition. You may also sing with a track; remember, karaoke style with no lead vocal track.
Looking for:
Actors ages 13 to adult.
Mal – Our Hero and Maleficent’s daughter. Under her hardened, sarcastic exterior, she has a sense of justice and a heart of gold.
Evie – The Evil Queen Grimhilde’s daughter. She hides her brilliance behind a superficial, image-obsessed attitude.
Jay – Jafar’s son. An outwardly arrogant thief. He conceals a strategic, collaborative nature.
Carlos – Cruella de Vil’s son. Despite a fear of dogs and just about everything else, he has the capacity to be brave and kind.
Maleficent – The infamous evil fairy. She is a profoundly selfish absentee parent with an unquenchable taste for vengeance.
Grimhilde – Snow White’s wicked adversary. An aging beauty queen, she is still desperate to be the fairest of them all.
Jafar – Aladdin’s nemesis. He is a slimy, washed-up crime lord desperate for a way back to the top.
Cruella de Vil – A Dalmation loving dog-snatcher. She is an obsessive, eccentric, and overbearing helicopter mom.
Ben – Son of the Beast and Belle. He is a classically regal, optimistic kid who bears the weight of soon becoming King of Auradon.
King Beast – Ben’s father and King of Auradon. Royal and rule-driven, he knows a bit about being marginalized.
Queen Belle – Ben’s mother and Queen of Auradon. Warm, but cautious, she doesn’t understand her son’s generation.
Fairy Godmother – Headmistress of Auradon Prep. Busy and bubbly, she’ll do anything to keep the school afloat.
Jane – Fairy Godmother’s daughter. Meek and mousy, but hungry for attention, she’s looking for her moment to shine.
Chad – Cinderella and Prince Charming’s son. An arrogant and spoiled blockhead, he’s never wanted for anything.
Audrey – Sleeping Beauty’s daughter. The malicious queen bee of Auradon Prep, she has her eye on the throne.
Doug – Dopey’s son. Nerdy and sweet, he does all the work that his fellow students don’t want to do.
Royal Page – Auradonian messenger, enormously nervous.
Royal Guard – Museum employee, less than vigilant.
Maurice – Chemistry teacher and Belle’s father. Ben’s grandfather. He is kooky and stuck in his ways.
Coach Tourney - resigned to the team’s mediocrity until meeting a surprise star player.
Snow White – Red carpet reporter. She is the voice of the masses.
Ensemble Roles include: Isle Ensemble, Auradonians, Coronation Crowd, and Auradonian Choir.
SAVE THE DATE(s)!
Auditions for shows are subject to change, but here is what we have on the calendar so far. details will be posted prior to each audition.
May 6-7, 2024: Acorn Seussical Jr. (onstage June 21-30, 2024)
May 21-22 (Tues-Wed): Treehouse Disney’s Descendants (onstage July 19-August 4, 2024)
Audition information is subject to change.
Keep checking our website and social media for updates!
AUDITION TIPS
RESEARCH. Familiarity with any musical or play is mandatory. The stage version may be very different from the movie version. Study the stage version and make sure you understand what show you’re actually auditioning for. A good place to start is the publisher’s website (they are the company that licenses the show). Search for other theatres that have produced the show, both professional and amateur.
REHEARSE. Rehearse before you show up, even if it's just in the bathroom mirror. Come warmed up and ready to create.
ARRIVE AT YOUR APPOINTMENT TIME. Auditions will be staggered by appointment times. Check here or on the Facebook event for sign ups.
DRESS TO IMPRESS. During your audition, dress like it's a job interview. When it's time to dance, please wear attire comfortable enough to move in; however, keep in mind that we are looking at how you move so please don't wear anything over-sized. Ladies need to bring jazz shoes AND character shoes, men just need jazz shoes or sneakers. We know it’s Florida, but flip flops are never OK at an audition. Your attire is the first thing we see before you even speak your name - make that first impression count!
BE HONEST. If you are only willing to play certain roles, please note it on the audition form. If you have conflicts, please note them on the audition form. Should you want to edit your audition form during auditions, you will be allowed to simply by asking the team during a break or before you leave the building. Performers that add several conflicts or drop after not being honest on their audition form are no fun. Be fun.
FOCUS. It's all about you. Focus on presenting yourself and your gift rather than worry about what the production staff is thinking. Also, don't worry about the other performers at the audition - they are just as nervous as you are. Relax and set yourself up for a good audition. Go for it!
FLEX YOUR MUSCLES. Play to your OWN strengths and gifts. Google different productions of performers making the roles their own for inspiration. When you are singing, don't be afraid to sing alternate notes or rhythms here and there as long as you make us believe in it. This is your 90-second solo-concert and we are all ears.
KEEP GOING. If your eyelash falls off, if your heels break, if you crack on a note or if you mess up a line or lyric...... just keep going. We have been in your shoes and know what auditioning feels like, but you can't start over during a real show. Let your gift shine through no matter what.
BE POLITE. Your audition starts the minute you enter the building: smile, say ‘hello’ and ‘thank you’ always. Applaud and support others in the room. Put your phone away and be attentive. Please also watch what you say/post on social media before/during/after the audition. Be authentic, be fun, be fabulous.
HAVE FUN. SMILE and have fun with us! And if you aren't having fun, act. ;)
Want to save time? Fill out your audition form in advance. Print and bring with you.
Musical - Mainstage or Treehouse
Mainstage
Studio 400
Treehouse
PLEASE NOTE: Audition dates are subject to change without notice.
For more information, please contact Kathy Holsworth, Artistic Director, at 850-432-2042 ext. 102 or artistic@pensacolalittletheatre.com .
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Box Office at 850-432-2042 or by visiting us on weekdays from 12 PM - 5 PM.
