AUDITION NOTICE FOR
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​AUDITION INFORMATION
Monday, August 18: 2:15 pm - 5:30 pm
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​CALLBACK INFORMATION
Tuesday, August 19: 2:15 pm - 5:30 pm
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​LOCATION
Crismon Performing Arts Center
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GOOGLE CLASSROOM CODE
tl5gmnlb
Stay up to date on all show related material, including what to prepare for the vocal audition.
Commitments
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REHEARSALS
We rehearse every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in the CPAC from 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm (not all actors will be called for all rehearsals). There are occasional Saturday rehearsals as needed (ample notice will be provided for these rehearsals).
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Rehearsals Start: Schedule will be available soon on Google Classroom. Please check regularly.
Tech/Dress (MANDATORY REHEARSALS FOR ALL CAST)
Monday, December 1, 2:30pm-6pm
Tuesday, December 2, 2:30pm-6pm
Wednesday, December 3, 12:30pm-5pm
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SHOW DATES
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(MANDATORY FOR ALL CAST)
Thursday, December 4 @ 7pm
Friday, December 5 @ 7pm
Saturday, December 6 @ 2pm (Matinee)
Saturday, December 6 @ 7pm​
How to Sign up for an Audition
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Sign-ups will be completely digital. See link below.
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Auditions will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Auditions will be up to five minutes
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Once you fill out the form below, you will be put on the list. Make sure to list your preferred roles and any known conflicts.
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Auditions are open to ALL CURRENT STUDENTS at Crismon Junior High/High School. You do not need to be part of Drama or Theater classes to participate.
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Check in at the lobby of the theater.
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Dance auditions will happen promptly at 2:30pm. Vocal Auditions will follow.
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Please plan to stay at the audition until you have completed your own audition. Then you are free to leave.
Preparing for Your Audition​​
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WHAT TO PREPARE
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Refer to Google Classroom for additional audition material. Classroom code: tl5gmnlb
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All those auditioning may be asked to read sides as part of the callback process.
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WHAT TO BRING/WEAR
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Wear comfortable shoes and clothing to dance in
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Bring a printed copy of your resume and headshot. If you do not have access to a printer, please email Mr. Thorn at rthorn@qcusd.org prior to the audition and he will print it up for you.
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Bring a positive attitude, high energy and a character.
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Do not bring props or costumes.
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Please bring your respect. We ask that you are quiet in the lobby.
About This Production​
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SHOW SYNOPSIS
Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. tells the story of Ariel, a mermaid who dreams of becoming human after falling in love with Prince Eric. To achieve this, she makes a deal with the sea witch Ursula, trading her voice for legs. The musical follows Ariel as she navigates her new life on land, trying to win Eric's love within three days before losing her soul to Ursula. The show is a musical adaptation of the classic Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale and the popular Disney film.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWNS
Ariel
A young mermaid princess with a fascination for the human world. Ariel has some beautiful solos but must be able to convey meaning through gesture once she loses her voice.
Gender: female
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Prince Eric
Prince Eric is the adventurous prince who captures Ariel's heart.
Gender: male
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Sebastian
Sebastian is the meticulous and anxious crab who tries to keep Ariel safe.
Gender: any
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Flounder
Flounder is Ariel's sincere and sensitive best friend who is loyal to the end.
Gender: any
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King Triton
King Triton rules the sea and is a force to be reckoned with. This non-singer needs to command the stage as a strong leader but also show the tenderness of a parent.
Gender: male
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Mersisters
The Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana) are Ariel's siblings and full of personality and sass.
Gender: female
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Ursula
Ursula is the manipulative sea witch who tries to overthrow King Triton. She is cunning and devious and will stop at nothing to get what she wants.
Gender: female
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Tentacles
The Tentacles are extensions of Ursula, perhaps the poor unfortunate souls who are now trapped in her lair.
Gender: any
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Flotsam and Jetsam
Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula's slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky. They are underhanded and devious while still being heard on stage.
Gender: any
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Scuttle
Scuttle is the know-it-all seagull who serves as Ariel's expert on humans. He is funny and off-beat with good comedic timing. Actor should be willing to have fun with Scuttle's eccentricities.
Gender: any
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Gulls
The Gulls are Scuttle's flock of zany "back-up singers" who help explain human stuff to Ariel.
Gender: any
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Grimsby
Grimsby is Prince Eric's prim and proper valet. He is rigid in personality and constantly trying to guide Prince Eric towards the throne.
Gender: male
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Chef Louis
Chef Louis is the over-the-top head chef in the palace. He is always wild and frenetic. This is an excellent featured role for a comedic performer.
Gender: male
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Chefs
The Chefs are Chef Louis's assistants.
Gender: any
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Carlotta
Carlotta is the headmistress in Prince Eric's palace and Ariel's greatest human ally. This non-singing role needs to be warm and maternal to make Ariel feel welcome.
Gender: female
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Princesses
The six Princesses try everything they can to win the heart of Prince Eric. Since none of them possess the voice Prince Eric is searching for, create an exaggerated and comedic personality through song.
Gender: female
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Pilot
The Pilot is the head sailor on Prince Eric's ship. This nautical expert who entertains the sailors with wild tales of the sea.
Gender: male
Sailors
The Sailors are the crew of Prince Eric's ship. They are eager for adventure and ready to tackle a storm. Gender: any
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Seahorse
The Seahorse is the court herald for King Triton.
Gender: any
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Sea Chorus
The Sea Chorus is responsible for creating each world within the show.
Gender: any
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Sea Creatures
The Sea Creatures are the ensemble underwater animals in King Triton's court.
Gender: any
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Merfolk
The Merfolk of King Triton's Court.
Gender: any
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Lagoon Animals
The Lagoon Animals try to convince Prince Eric to kiss Ariel.
Gender: any