Auditions for MCC Musical Theatre's production of Into The Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
One of Sondheim's most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.
Director - Leia Wasbotten
Music Director - Thomas Strawser
Choreographer - Jennifer Seigle
Audition Dates: December 11 - 12 from 4:00PM - 7:00 PM
Callbacks: Saturday December 13, 9:00 AM
MCC Music Building - Room MU-3
1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202
Please prepare 32-bar cutting of a Sondheim selection, and another 32-bar cutting of a contrasting musical theatre piece, not to exceed 3 minutes total.
An accompanist will be provided. Please bring printed music in the correct key properly marked.
PLEASE NOTE - All actors cast in the production are required to sign up for a 1 credit class at MCC.
The MCC Musical Theatre Program is committed to inclusive casting. As such, we encourage performers to attend auditions, without regard to ethnicity, ability, race, sexual orientation or gender identity. Auditions are open to all MCC students and other interested individuals.
Please complete the audition form using the button below.
Once you have completed the form, please email dalrq1@gmail.com to request an audition time.
Company Meeting and Start of Rehearsals on January 21, 2026
The normal rehearsal schedule will be 4pm - 7pm M, W, F evenings.
Tech begins March 25, 2026. Performances are April 3 - 12, 2026.
Character Descriptions
Narrator
An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Jack
The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
Gender: male
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Jack's Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
Gender: female
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
Gender: male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
The Baker's Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
Gender: female
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella's Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Florinda And Lucinda
Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Ab5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Little Red Riding Hood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
Gender: female
Age: 15 to 20
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Witch
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Gender: female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella's Mother
Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: E4
Mysterious Man
A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Wolf
Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 35
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Gender: female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Cinderella's Prince
Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Rapunzel's Prince
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
Gender: male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Giant
Voiceover. The Giant's wife is an angry and vengeful 'monster.' She is seeking restitution for her loss.
Gender: female
Age: 40 to 60
MCC Music Theatre practices and supports non-traditional casting.
Standbys and swings will be selected from those auditioning.
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