Casting Call for Boys and Girls for "Moana, Jr." Stage Play
Casting call for boys and girls for the stage play "Moana Jr." Please review the details below. Additional info: Show Dates: January 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31 & February 1, 2, 2025 Moana Jr auditions are open to grades K- age 18. Most roles will be given to students in grades 3-12. Moana Jr will consist of a dance ensemble. These students should be intermediate to advanced dancers. Students may choose to stay for the rest of the audition process or audition strictly for the dance ensemble. Dancers with a background in jazz, musical theatre, modern/lyrical, and acrobatics are encouraged to audition. You must be available for all performances scheduled for January 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26, 31, and February 1, 2, 2025, and a Producer’s night TBD. Please bring your list of rehearsal conflicts with you. You MUST be able to attend all of the tech week (the week before the show opens) unless, in rare emergency cases, an exception is approved by the director before being cast. Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
24 roles
The vibrant, tenacious, and optimistic daughter of Motunui’s chief. She struggles to reconcile her father’s plans for her to take over as the village chief with her desire to voyage beyond the reef. Ultimately, Moana proves a compassionate and capable leader. Vocal range top: D5 / Vocal range bottom: G3
A demigod and master wayfinder with charisma to spare and a trickster reputation. Despite his hard exterior, Maui becomes Moana’s wonderful friend and mentor throughout their journey. Gender: Any / Vocal range top: B3 / Vocal range bottom: G2
Chief Ancestors (1-3) are the three ancient leaders of Motunui. They guide Moana on her quest and narrate her story through speaking and singing solos.
Moana’s wise grandmother and the mother of Chief Tui. She is the village storyteller known for being eccentric and dancing to the beat of her drum. Vocal range top: B4 / Vocal range bottom: G3
The proud leader of Motunui and Moana’s father. He prioritizes the safety of his people and his family. For this beloved and respected ruler, cast a mature and poised actor who can sing very well. Gender: Male / Vocal range top: A#2 / Vocal range bottom: E2
Moana’s supportive mother. She is compassionate, wise, and strong-willed, and she trusts her daughter to make the right decisions. With both speaking and singing solos, looking for a confident singer and actor who can embody a mature and respected leader. Gender: Female / Vocal range top: C#5 / Vocal range bottom: C#4
Moana’s fiercely loyal friend. Pua always supports Moana – even if it means facing her fears. Vocal range top: C#5 / Vocal range bottom: B3
Moana’s not-so-bright friend. Hei Hei is well-meaning but naive. Vocal range top: C#5 / Vocal range bottom: B3
The vicious and egotistical giant crab who lives in Lalotai, the Realm of Monsters. Tamatoa enjoys gathering shiny baubles to add to an ever-growing collection. Vocal range top: B4 / Vocal range bottom: B3
Tamatoa’s right and left-hand men. They help balance out that shiny crab.
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Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
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Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
Dance Ensemble
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