Auditions for DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR at Act One Youth Theatre announced for January 13

Disney's The Little Mermaid JR.

Music by Alan Menken

Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater

Book by Doug Wright

Music Adopted 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.

$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 12/28/2021 Actors will be given the choice to wear a mask or not for rehearsals. Performances actors will be provided with a clear face shield and will be required to wear it at all times. 

CAST OF CHARACTERS (This show will be doublecast for the leads and supporting.)

LEADS

Ariel

Prince Eric

Sebastian

Flounder

King Triton

Ursula

Flotsam & Jetsam

Scuttle

Grimsby

SUPPORTING

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

These actors may 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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AUDITIONS OPEN FOR AGES 5-18

Thursday, Jan 13, 2022 5:30-7:30pm

-An appointment thru Sign Up Genius is Required - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0844aeaf22a7ff2-disneys