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AUDITIONS:
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ACCESSIBILITY NOTE: We welcome actors of all abilities to audition in our space, and therefore we can work around reasonable accommodations and physical limitations. Please list any such needed accommodations, as well as any specific concerns related to physical ability, on your audition form.
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INCLUSIVE CASTING NOTE: Actors of all genders, identities, ages, races, body types, physical abilities, and ethnicities are encouraged to audition. Individuals of any gender may be cast for any roles, but actors must be willing to play the gender associated with the character.
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WHAT TO BRING / HOW TO PREPARE
- Sign up for an audition slot here.
- Print out the audition form. Paper forms will also be available at the auditions.
- Please include any conflicts you have for the rehearsal period (December 8, 2025 - January 29, 2026). No conflicts permitted during tech week or show run, January 30 - February 13, 2026. SEE IMPORTANT DATES BELOW for detailed schedule information*). While we do our best to accommodate, please be aware that conflicts may affect casting.
- Bring a headshot with a resume (if you have one).
- Upload or bring a backing track for an extract of a contemporary Broadway song that best shows off your voice and acting ability. It should be no longer than 1 ½ minutes long. You can upload your backing track here.
- Dress to move & arrive stretched/warmed up. You may be asked to learn and perform a short piece of choreography to demonstrate your dance/movement ability. Only dance shoes, bare feet, or socks are allowed in the studio. Please bring tap shoes if you have them.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Rehearsals: Begin Monday, December 8, rehearsals will generally be Sunday-Thursday 7:00-10:00 p.m. *You may not be called to all rehearsals, but please plan to keep all dates open.
- Cast Orientation: Monday, November 24, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
- Tech week: Sunday, January 25 through Thursday, January 29, 2026
- Performances: January 30 - February 14, 2026
- 1st Weekend: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm, Sunday at 2 pm
- 2nd Weekend: Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2 pm and 7:30 pm, Sunday at 2 pm
- 3rd Weekend: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 pm, Saturday at 2:00 pm and 7:30 pm, Sunday at 2:00pm
- Strike: Sunday, February 15
ABOUT THE SHOW
sed on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid examines the difficulties of being born into a world in which one feels alien. It follows both Ariel, the little mermaid, and Eric, the restless prince, as they search for a way to feel at home in their own skins and be accepted for who they truly are.
In our production, many roles will be double cast with the cast creating the environment of the play as well as its inhabitants. We will need strong dancers and singers who are able to create strong and interesting characters with their bodies and voices.
CONTENT WARNING: This production of The Little Mermaid contains elements of deception, fear, and familial strife.
While this is a family-friendly show, we encourage parents and guardians to consider these themes when deciding what’s appropriate for younger or more sensitive viewers.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Ariel - Vocal range: Ab3 - Gb5
A mermaid and King Triton's youngest daughter. She is obsessed with everything about the human world, and dreams of becoming a part of life above the water. Hardheaded, naive, and emotional, but also kind hearted.
Prince Eric - Vocal range :B2 - G4
A human monarch who has no interest in taking the crown. A handsome, affable lad with a buoyant, adventurous nature. After Ariel saves his life, he becomes obsessed with finding her and hearing her voice once more.
Grimsby - Vocal range: C3 - C4
Prince Eric's guardian. Droll, stuffy, and constantly urging Eric towards his royal duties, specifically marriage.
Flounder - Vocal range: A2 - G4
A fish and smitten with Ariel, their best friend. Rambunctious but cautious, fearful of the dangers that lurk in and above the water.
Scuttle - Vocal range: C3 - G4
A disheveled seagull and expert in human artifacts. Loudmouthed, optimistic, and a bit ignorant, despite their supposed expertise.
King Triton - Vocal range: Ab2 - F4
King of the Sea and Ariel's father. Beneath his imposing presence and commanding nature lurks a harried single father who will do anything to protect his daughters. The death of his wife has also given him an irrational fear of humans.
Sebastian - Vocal range: Bb2- C5
A crab and advisor to King Triton. A musical virtuoso who is constantly distraught from keeping after Ariel. Despite their paranoia, they can't bring himself to stand in Ariel's way.
Flotsam - Vocal range: E3 - C5
Jetsam - Vocal range: B2 - A4
Eels. Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, they will say anything you want or need to hear. Ursula - Vocal range top: Eb3 - C5 The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned at childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive.
Ursula - Vocal range top: Eb3 - C5
The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned at childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive.
Chef Louis - Vocal range : Bb2- A4
The French palace chef, diabolical and violent. A culinary perfectionist with an affinity for blades, seafood in particular.
Ensemble in this show will be heavily used and most if not all will also have speaking parts.
Crew Members (Pilot, Sailors); Sea Creatures; Mersisters; Gulls; Maids; Chefs; Animals; Princesses
In our production, many roles will be double cast with the cast creating the environment of the play as well as its inhabitants. We will need strong dancers and singers who are able to create strong and interesting characters with their bodies and voices.
CONTENT WARNING: This production of The Little Mermaid contains elements of deception, fear, and familial strife.
While this is a family-friendly show, we encourage parents and guardians to consider these themes when deciding what’s appropriate for younger or more sensitive viewers.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
Ariel - Vocal range: Ab3 - Gb5
A mermaid and King Triton's youngest daughter. She is obsessed with everything about the human world, and dreams of becoming a part of life above the water. Hardheaded, naive, and emotional, but also kind hearted.
Prince Eric - Vocal range :B2 - G4
A human monarch who has no interest in taking the crown. A handsome, affable lad with a buoyant, adventurous nature. After Ariel saves his life, he becomes obsessed with finding her and hearing her voice once more.
Grimsby - Vocal range: C3 - C4
Prince Eric's guardian. Droll, stuffy, and constantly urging Eric towards his royal duties, specifically marriage.
Flounder - Vocal range: A2 - G4
A fish and smitten with Ariel, their best friend. Rambunctious but cautious, fearful of the dangers that lurk in and above the water.
Scuttle - Vocal range: C3 - G4
A disheveled seagull and expert in human artifacts. Loudmouthed, optimistic, and a bit ignorant, despite their supposed expertise.
King Triton - Vocal range: Ab2 - F4
King of the Sea and Ariel's father. Beneath his imposing presence and commanding nature lurks a harried single father who will do anything to protect his daughters. The death of his wife has also given him an irrational fear of humans.
Sebastian - Vocal range: Bb2- C5
A crab and advisor to King Triton. A musical virtuoso who is constantly distraught from keeping after Ariel. Despite their paranoia, they can't bring himself to stand in Ariel's way.
Flotsam - Vocal range: E3 - C5
Jetsam - Vocal range: B2 - A4
Eels. Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, they will say anything you want or need to hear. Ursula - Vocal range top: Eb3 - C5 The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned at childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive.
Ursula - Vocal range top: Eb3 - C5
The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned at childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive.
Chef Louis - Vocal range : Bb2- A4
The French palace chef, diabolical and violent. A culinary perfectionist with an affinity for blades, seafood in particular.
Ensemble in this show will be heavily used and most if not all will also have speaking parts.
Crew Members (Pilot, Sailors); Sea Creatures; Mersisters; Gulls; Maids; Chefs; Animals; Princesses
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DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements.
Originally Produced by Disney Theatricals Productions Presented by Kevin & Lorie Haarberg and Roger & Judy Kohlmeier
THE LITTLE MERMAID is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. mtishows.com |
SHOW DATES
January 30 - February 14, 2026 Week 1: Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Week 2: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:00 p.m. Week 3: Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 p.m. |
