Kid Actors Needed for "The Little Mermaid Jr." Auditions
Audition for Disney’s "The Little Mermaid Jr.". Ages 6 - 18 years. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid JR., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid JR. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home — and her fins — behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking. Additional info: LOCATION: TBD. Please prepare a 1-minute song in the style of the show. Songs from the show are OK. Song choices should be similar to the style of The Little Mermaid and should showcase your voice, range, and acting ability. Please pick a song that is age and character-appropriate. Most importantly, pick something you are comfortable singing! Please bring a YouTube backing track or an audio file that can be sent via Airdrop or text to auditions. The production staff will play the backing track for auditionees via a Bluetooth speaker. Instructions on how to send the backing track to staff will be given at auditions. Please come dressed to move, as there will be a short dance call. Please bring a completed audition form, a photo (if available), and a list of ALL conflicts to the audition. These items will not be returned to you. Please note that recurrent and/or excessive conflicts will play into casting. See the audition form attached. If interested, please apply.
28 roles
Ariel, the heroine of our story, is a little mermaid who longs to be human. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Prince Eric is the adventurous prince who captures Ariel's heart. Prince Eric has a few small solos, but it is more important to cast a strong actor in this role. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Sebastian is the meticulous and anxious crab who tries to keep Ariel safe while getting to lead some of the most memorable songs in the show! Sebastian can be played by a boy or girl. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Flounder is Ariel's sincere and sensitive best friend who is loyal to the end. This spunky fish also has a show-stopping solo in "She's in Love." Flounder can be cast with a girl or a boy with an unchanged voice. Vocal range top: Db5 Vocal range bottom: G3
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.
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. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: F3
The Tentacles are extensions of Ursula, perhaps the poor unfortunate souls who are now trapped in her lair. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula's slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky, so look for performers who can be underhanded and devious while still being heard on stage. Flotsam and Jetsam can be played by boys or girls. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula's slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky, so look for performers who can be underhanded and devious while still being heard on stage. Flotsam and Jetsam can be played by boys or girls. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Scuttle is the know-it-all seagull who serves as Ariel's expert on humans. He is funny and off-beat. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3
The Gulls are Scuttle's flock of zany "backup singers" who help explain human stuff to Ariel. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: B3
Grimsby is Prince Eric's prim and proper valet. He is rigid in personality and constantly trying to guide Prince Eric towards the throne. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: E4
Chef Louis is the over-the-top head chef in the palace. He is always wild and frenetic. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: A3
The Chefs are Chef Louis's assistants.
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.
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, cast actresses who can create an exaggerated and comedic personality through song. Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: E4
The Pilot is the head sailor on Prince Eric's ship. This nautical expert who entertains the sailors with wild tales of the sea presents an opportunity to highlight a developing performer. The Pilot has a few speaking lines, but his singing voice is most important. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Sailors are the crew of Prince Eric's ship. They are eager for adventure and ready to tackle a storm. The Sailors can be played by boys or girls and can double as Sea Chorus.
The Seahorse is the court herald for King Triton. This non-singing part is a good role for a young performer with a clear speaking voice.
The Sea Chorus is responsible for creating each world within the show. Look for performers who can move gracefully and are capable of being part of a scene without drawing focus. This can also be an opportunity to showcase some of your more skilled dancers. The Sea Chorus can double as Merfolk, Sea Creatures and Lagoon Animals.
The Sea Creatures are the ensemble under water animals in King Triton's court. They can include as few or as many performers as your production permits. There are several moments to showcase both dancers and singers in "Under the Sea."
The Lagoon Animals try to convince Prince Eric to kiss Ariel. This ensemble can double as the Sea Creatures.
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