Seeking Kids for Show "Beauty and the Beast JR."
Audition for kids ages 8-16 (proof of age may be requested) for "Beauty and the Beast JR.". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Book By Linda Woolverton, Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Tim Rice / Based on the original Broadway production that ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, and the Academy Award-winning motion picture, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. is a fantastic adaptation of the story of transformation and tolerance. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast JR. features some of the most popular songs ever written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. Additional info: SCHEDULE REHEARSALS: (at Majestic Studios – starts 11/16/24) SATURDAY from 9 am-12 pm (full cast) TUESDAY from 6-8:30 pm (small groups) THURSDAY from 6-8:30 pm (small groups) MANDATORY DRESS REHEARSALS: (at Derry Opera House starting 1/19/25) SATURDAY, JANUARY 18th from 9 am-12 pm (at Majestic Studio) SUNDAY, JANUARY 19th from 3-7 pm MONDAY, JANUARY 20th from 6-9 pm TUESDAY, JANUARY 21st from 6-9 pm WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 22nd from 6-9 pm THURSDAY, JANUARY 23rd from 6-9 pm MANDATORY PERFORMANCES: (at Derry Opera House) FRIDAY, JANUARY 24th at 7 pm SATURDAY, JANUARY 25th at 2pm & 7pm\ SUNDAY. JANUARY 26th at 2 pm followed by a MANDATORY strike after the show. Please prepare a musical selection that shows off the character of your voice; please bring sheet music (pianist provided) or a backing track (no voices); you may blu-tooth to our stereo or bring a CD. Audition may also consist of readings from the script (provided at audition time). Print and fill out the audition form attached. There is a production fee associated with this production. If interested, please apply.
25 roles
Intelligent and kind, Belle is a natural beauty, but the townspeople are bewildered by her fondness for books and her independent personality. Belle confidently stands up to Gaston and the Beast but shows immense compassion for her father, the Servants, and eventually, the Beast himself.
The Beast is the master of the castle who was transformed by the Enchantress’s spell. A complex character: a dictator, a defender, and a smitten prince. He is hot-tempered and commanding but has a warm, loving heart buried far beneath his gruff exterior.
A self-confident and charming French maître d’ who (under the Enchantress’ spell) is becoming a candelabra. Lumiere is a loyal servant with a larger-than-life personality.
The English major-domo of the castle who is becoming a mantle clock. He is uptight, strict, and punctual but also hard-working, faithful, and thorough.
The castle’s endearing cook who has been enchanted to become a teapot, Mrs. Potts is strong but sweet and maintains a comforting, maternal air amidst the chaos breaking out at the castle.
A former opera star-turned-enchanted wardrobe, she is caring and refined, if not a bit of a diva.
Mrs. Pott’s darling little boy who is enchanted to become a teacup. He is innocent, playful, and bright-eyed.
Babette is the maid of the castle who is turning into a feather duster. She misses the finer things in life almost as much as she misses being human. She is beautiful, playful, and bold.
Gaston is pompous, dim-witted, and will do whatever it takes to win Belle’s hand. Gaston has all the confidence in the world but lacks the humility for it to be charming rather than brutish and rude.
Gaston’s bumbling sidekick. He is loyal, energetic, and optimistic, but not quite the brightest guy.
Belle’s loving, eccentric father. A child at heart and an avid inventor.
A group of giggly girls who are in love (*ahem* obsessed) with Gaston.
A group of strong actors who guide the focus and pace of the story.
The dark owner of the lunatic asylum. They are a scheming and sinister villain who aids Gaston in his plot to marry Belle.
A non-speaking role, this actor will portray a crucial part of the story through physicality and movement.
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