Auditions for DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR at Act One Youth Theatre announced for January 13 with optional Auditions Workshops on January 8

Disney's The Little Mermaid JR.

Music by Alan Menken

Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater

Book by Doug Wright

Music Adapted and Arranged by David Weinstein

Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.

A participation fee is being charged to help offset the cost of the production. 

LEADING/SUPPORTING ROLES: $250 (Due to the extra rehearsal time for singing, dancing and costuming)

ENSEMBLE AND FEATURED ROLES: $175 for the first actor and $100 for each additional actor in the family. 

Fees includes one Show T-Shirt per actor and all costumes required. 

(Full and partial scholarships available)

Mask policy: As of 7/26/2021 Actors will be given the choice to wear a mask or not for rehearsals and performances. If the CDC changes their guidelines, Actors families will be contacted. 

CAST OF CHARACTERS (This show will be doublecast for the leads and supporting. Characters who are cast as Leads, will not understudy for any other roles. Instead, on their off days, they will assist backstage

 with hair, makeup, props, microphones and assisting with Stage Calls)

LEADS

Ariel

Prince Eric

Sebastian

Flounder

King Triton

Ursula

Flotsam & Jetsam

Scuttle

Grimsby

SUPPORTING

Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana) 

These actors will double as the 6 Princesses. Looking for actresses who are full of interchangeable personality. 

ENSEMBLE AND FEATURES ROLES

Sea Chorus (for more skilled dancers -will double as Merfolk, Sea Creatures and Lagoon Animals)

Sailors (are gender flexible and can double as Sea Chorus)

Pilot of the Sailors -Head Sailor on Prince Eric's ship. Few speaking lines but confident singing voice is most important)

Sea Creatures-Several moments to showcase both dancers and singers in "Under the Sea"

Seahorse -Is the Court Hearald for King Triton. Non singing part, great for a performer with a clear speaking voice who can project

Gulls are Scuttles flock of zany "back-up singers" who help explain human stuff to Ariel. (3 principal roles, but additional Gulls will be added for vocal support)

Tentacles -Extensions of Ursula. 6-8 performers who work well as a unit

Chef Louis -Over the Top Head Chef in the Palace. Wiled and Frenetic. Looking for comedic performer.

Chefs -Employees in palace kitchen. Good choral singers required as the music in "Les Poissons" can be challenging!

Carlotta -Non Singing role, needs to be warm and maternal to make Ariel feel welcome

Lagoon Animals- Try to convince Prince Eric to Kiss Ariel. 

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OPTIONAL AUDITION PREP SINGING WORKSHOP #1:

Saturday, Jan 8 10:00am - 11:00AM

Registration fee: $20

Limited to the first 15 who sign up 

1 HOUR SINGING WORKSHOP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Mock auditions with each actors 16-32 Bars of Music (All accompaniment tracks, sheet music or YouTube Links must be approved 1 week prior. Sheet music must be PDF format and needs to have markings of where to begin and end.)

• Verbal Feedback given to each Actor

• Cold reads from the actual script in small groups

OPTIONAL AUDITION PREP DANCE WORKSHOP #2:

Saturday, Jan 8 11:00am - 12:00AM

Registration fee: $20

Limited to the first 15 who sign up 

1 HOUR DANCE WORKSHOP ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:

• Actors will be taught a portion of two songs from the show and will be required to perform it in small groups in front of the Choreographer

• Verbal Feedback given to each Actor

Participation in these workshops does not guarantee casting.

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AUDITIONS OPEN FOR AGES 6-18. 

Thursday, Jan 13, 2021 6:00-7:30pm

-Headshots and Resumes Optional

-An appointment thru Sign Up Genius is Required.

-16-32 Bars of a song will be required. 

-You must send your instrumental music in advance to info@actoneyouththeater.org. 

We request one of the following be emailed in advance:

      *If singing by piano accompaniment, please send scan of pdf of sheet music with areas marked off from start to finish of your 16-32 bars. 

      *If singing with instrumental version, a Mp3 or wav format is preferred. Please contact us beforehand sending if you have a different format. 

      *If it's a YouTube instrumental, please send link. 

-Cold reads from the actual script will be assigned in small groups during their audition time slots

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CALLBACKS: Saturday, Jan 15 10:00am-11:30am 

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PERFORMANCE DATES:04/07/22 to 04/10/22 

Performed by youth actors from Act One Youth Theater, on stage at 

Open Arms Church 4640 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

For more info, please visit https://actoneyouththeater.org/auditions