Auditions also will be held 3pm February 11 at the theater for the musical “Into the Woods,” scheduled to be staged at the theater June 8-10 and June 15 – 16. See below for character breakdown and audition requirements for each role.
The Tony Award-winning “Into the Woods” 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.
For more information contact the theater at 910-738-4339.
| Character Breakdown & Audition Requirements
Please come prepare to sing and cold read from the script. Bring an instrumental track free of lead vocals. A cappella auditions will NOT be permitted. If you are unable to obtain a physical copy of your audition track, we can pull it from YouTube. Please be familiar with the show and the role you’re auditioning for. |
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| CINDERELLA | A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. Female, Young AdultRange: G3 – G5 Audition song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEfbRpIB408
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| CINDERELLA’S MOTHER | Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. Female, Adult Range: E4 – F4Please sing a song from the show or any song that demonstrates your vocal ability. |
| CINDERELLA’S PRINCE | Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. Male, Young AdultRange: B2 – F4 Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuC-IgAGpXE&list=RDQuC-IgAGpXE
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| CINDERELLA’S STEPMOTHER | The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella. Female, AdultRange: A3 – F#5 Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability. |
| FLORINDA and LUCINDA | Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella. Female, 25-35 yrs old Range: C4 – Ab5Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability. |
| GIANT | Voiceover. The Giant’s wife is an angry and vengeful ‘monster.’ She is seeking restitution for her loss. Female Speaking Role |
| JACK | The fearless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Male, Young Adult or TeenRange: B2 – G4 Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsjr6HEW83k
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| JACK’S MOTHER | Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed. Female, Adult Range: Bb3 – Gb5Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability.
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| LITTLE RED RIDINGHOOD | A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive. Female, 15-20 yrs old Range: Bb3 – F5Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-PmBnJbqLI
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| MYSTERIOUS MAN | A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer. Male, Older Adult Range: G2 – Eb4Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability.
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| NARRATOR | An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Male or Female, Any Age Range: G2 – E4Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability.
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| RAPUNZEL | A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Female, Young Adult or TeenRange: B3 – A5 Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability. |
| RAPUNZEL’S PRINCE | Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor. Male, Young Adult Range: C#3 – E4Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuC-IgAGpXE&list=RDQuC-IgAGpXE
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| 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. Male, Adult Range: Ab2 – G4Please sing a song from the show or a musical theater song that demonstrates your vocal ability. |
| 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. Female,Adult Range: F3 – G5Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-s-KI-AQvZc
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| THE WITCH | Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive. Female, Adult Range: F3 – G5Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EVPhOCIpwc
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| WOLF | Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Male, Adult Range: Bb2 – Gb4Audition song https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_F_hEkxdeo
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| COW | Male or Female , non-speaking (except for Moo) Good Comedic Timing |
