Singing Opportunities for "Honk Jr." Show
Seeking performers in Pre-K-7th grade for the "Honk Jr." Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Ugly looks quite a bit different from his darling duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and point this out, despite his mother’s protective flapping. Feeling rather foul about himself, the little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery, all the while unknowingly outwitting a very hungry Cat. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of unique characters and finds out that being different is not a bad thing to be. Additional info: MUSIC TO PREPARE: The song you choose to sing is entirely up to you. Those who choose to sing from the show HONK! Jr. will help directors match participants to characters most closely but as CHARACTERS! MONOLOGUES TO READ: Please prepare 1-2 monologues to read for the audition. They do NOT need to be memorized. The audition panel might have the auditioning member read additional monologues if they think it is necessary. Rehearsals will vary week by week but will take place in the general time section of 5:00 - 8:00 PM Monday through Friday with Saturday rehearsals only when absolutely necessary. The production team will try to provide a fun activity or snack for the participants at least once a week! There will be a script readthrough for all speaking parts on May 29th at 6:00 PM. A rehearsal calendar will be released for blocking, vocals, and choreography and a tentative schedule will be available at the first parent meeting on May 29th at 7:00 PM following the readthrough. Directors do understand that sometimes you might have other commitments and special occasions during rehearsals and ask that you provide conflicts in the audition form so that they can plan accordingly. To know which days you are called, you must look for your character name or “Full Cast”. Rehearsal schedules often change so please be checking the BAND app for updates. The show dates for this production are August 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. For audition details and sign-up form, please download the attachment. If interested, please apply.
29 roles
The ugly duckling and the main character of HONK! Jr. is Innocent, easily confused, and very impressionable, Ugly doesn’t understand why it is wrong being different. However, his insecurities melt away as his character gradually changes from a gullible duckling to a wise swan, filled with self-esteem. He is the heart and soul of the show. He must be a strong singer and a good actor.
Ugly’s siblings. They are among the popular ones in the duck yard who enjoy making Ugly feel left out.
Ugly’s siblings. They are among the popular ones in the duck yard who enjoy making Ugly feel left out.
Ugly’s siblings. They are among the popular ones in the duck yard who enjoy making Ugly feel left out.
Ugly’s siblings. They are among the popular ones in the duck yard who enjoy making Ugly feel left out.
Ugly’s mom. Ida is extremely protective of her son and committed to his safety. She is sweet but feisty, and she knows how to handle her husband, Drake. After Ugly is lured away from the barnyard by the Cat, Ida is determined to find him. Ida and Ugly’s relationship is a key ingredient of the show. She is the one who teaches him that it is OK to be different. Ida sings several solos, and therefore she should have a strong soprano singing voice.
Ida’s husband. Drake is a sarcastic character. He is the stereotypical sitcom father - often shirking his parental duties. Drake finds Ugly quite repulsive and isn’t afraid to say it to anyone, including his wife. He should have good comic timing and a strong singing voice.
A moorhen and Ida’s best friend. Maureen genuinely loves Ida, but she can’t resist a bit of good gossip. To the little ducklings, she is the typical annoying and overly affectionate “aunt”. Maureen should be a strong singer.
The sly, cunning villain of the show. All of the other animals are deathly afraid of him. He is manipulative, cunning, witty and above all, HUNGRY. The Cat pretends to be Ugly’s friend so he can eat him. The actor playing this role should bring a sense of fun to the character and have a good sense of comic timing. Improv skills are a plus.
A somewhat pompous goose and washed-up British military type, Greylag tends to over-glorify his mundane activities to the level of military operation status. Only his wife, Dot, truly knows how to handle him.
A motherly type, she is genuinely concerned with helping Ugly find his mother. Dot doesn’t think that Greylag, her husband, is an entirely capable leader, but she kindly humors his over-the-top actions.
Geese in Greylag’s squad. Good singers.
Geese in Greylag’s squad. Good singers.
Geese in Greylag’s squad. Good singers.
A laid-back, self-confident frog with whom Ugly comes into contact in the second half of the show. The frog cheers Ugly up with their song. Optimistic and funny, they are a stand-up comedian of character well suited to someone with good improvisational skills and comic timing.
The young, beautiful swan that Ugly saves from a tangled fishing net. She is able to see beyond Ugly’s looks and loves him for who he is.
Penny’s family. They help to console Ida when she thinks her son has died, and they offer to take Ugly with them when they migrate.
Penny’s family. They help to console Ida when she thinks her son has died, and they offer to take Ugly with them when they migrate.
Penny’s family. They help to console Ida when she thinks her son has died, and they offer to take Ugly with them when they migrate.
The most distinguished duck on the lake. Very aristocratic, she is considered the queen of the duck yard. All of the other animals look up to Grace and respect her. She, of course, is quite aware of this and is therefore a little bit haughty.
The headmaster of the ducklings’ school. The Turkey is a bit snobbish and joins in the fun of teasing Ugly. There is of course one word that sends shivers down his spine.
A hen and another of Maureen’s friends. Henrietta and Maureen gossip about the goings on in the duck yard. She takes great pleasure in making fun of Ugly.
An investigative reporter. A very “in your face” bird, all they care about is getting a good story. They are the typical TV news personality who one would find on a reality TV show like “America’s Most Wanted”. They report a story about Ugly’s disappearance.
The only humans in the show. They are never seen by the audience, only their voices are heard. These voices can be pre-recorded or said live from backstage during the show.
The only humans in the show. They are never seen by the audience, only their voices are heard. These voices can be pre-recorded or said live from backstage during the show.
The only humans in the show. They are never seen by the audience, only their voices are heard. These voices can be pre-recorded or said live from backstage during the show.
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