Young Talent Wanted for Audition "Disney's Finding Nemo JR"
Seeking young talent for auditions for "Disney's Finding Nemo JR." Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: This lively stage musical is based on the beloved Pixar film with the same name. Nemo (a young clownfish) wants nothing more than to explore the world beyond the coral reef. When Nemo is captured and taken to a fish tank in Sydney, Nemo's father (with the help of a forgetful fish named Dory) must travel the depths of the ocean to free Nemo and return home! Additional info: Please note: there is a production fee applied. This production runs approximately 90 mins. with a 15 min. Auditions are open to actors age 5 - 18, regardless of experience level. Approx. 150-200 actors will be cast in the production. Actors will have the option to select a full-time or part-time preference for their role. Full-time actors participate in all performances and dress rehearsals and have a more strenuous production schedule. Part-time actors participate in half of the performances and dress rehearsals and have a less strenuous production schedule. The fee is the same regardless of being cast in a part-time or full-time role. Callback dates are TBD, but will likely be held between Jan. 19-20. Callbacks are invitation only. Most actors who are cast in the production will NOT need to attend a callback. Rehearsal Dates: Script Pick-Up: (TBD) Fri. Jan. 24 OR Sat. Jan. 25 (subject to change) Regular Rehearsals: Jan. 27 - March 16 Dress Rehearsals: March 17-20 Performance Dates: Friday, March 21 at 7pm Saturday, March 22 at 2pm and 7pm Sunday, March 23 at 4pm Wednesday, March 26 at 7pm Thursday, March 27 at 7pm Friday, March 28 at 7pm Saturday, March 29 at 2pm and 7pm Sunday, March 30 at 4pm Please see the attachment for details. If you are interested please apply.
23 roles
A curious young clownfish who can't wait to explore the big blue ocean. Nemo was born with a "lucky fin" that is smaller than an average fin, but that doesn't stop Nemo from accomplishing big things!
Nemo's dad. A cautious clownfish due to a tragic experience that resulted in the loss of Nemo's mother. Marlin. Forced to travel across the sea in search of Nemo, Marlin develops the courage to face the unpredictable ocean.
An optimistic and bubbly blue tang who experiences frequent, short-term memory loss. Sparking friendships with everyone she meets, Dory teams up with Marlin to help him find Nemo and conquer his fears.
A loving mother-to-be clownfish who is married to Marlin. The actor cast as Coral may also be cast in other roles.
An enthusiastic Stingray and the teacher of Nemo's class. This actor must be willing to ride a bike (adult tricycle) and possibly operate a puppet while performing their role.
An intimidating Great White Shark who believe that fish are friends, not food. Despite his best efforts, Bruce looses control and is sent into a frenzy during the show, threatening to devour every fish in sight.
Bruce's shark friends who attempt to live a vegetarian lifestyle and later have to restrain Bruce from eating innocent fish.
The leader of the "tank gang" that helps Nemo escape. A relentless and inspiring leader, Gill will stop at nothing to return to the the ocean.
A member of the "tank gang" that helps Nemo escape, this Yellow Tang is captivated by bubbles!
A member of the "tank gang" that helps Nemo escape, this Blowfish is open minded and supportive.
A member of the "tank gang" that helps Nemo escape, this Royal Gramma is afraid of anything that may carry germs.
A member of the "tank gang" that helps Nemo escape, this Starfish offers guidance and reassurance.
A sharp-eyed Pelican who is friends with the "tank gang", Nigel can be counted on to bring the news of what's happening in Sydney Harbor.
A 150 year old Sea Turtle who knows how to hang loose! Crush teaches Marlin about being a good parent and learning to let go.
One of Crush's young offspring, Squirt is a fearless, high energy Sea Turtle ready for adventure!
Actors who are cast in this ensemble group will sing in most of the songs in the show, however some songs will be sung off-stage and others will be sung on-stage. Actors in this group are guaranteed to sing at least three songs on-stage as part of the Moonfish ensemble. (The Moonfish are an ensemble group who wear glowing fish puppet gloves. They arrange their hands and bodies to make fun shapes like the school of fish in the Pixar film.)
Creatures who dwell in the reef with Marlin and Nemo. This ensemble group will sing in a minimum of two songs.
Creatures who dwell in the reef with Marlin and Nemo. This ensemble group will sing in a minimum of two songs.
Small fish who are invited to be friends with the sharks. This ensemble group will sing in the song "Fish Are Friends Not Food". Some/All actors in this ensemble may be part-time actors.
A group of vegetarian sharks who are doing their best to stick to their diet. This ensemble group will sing in the song "Fish Are Friends Not Food".
A group of majestic Jellyfish who accidentally hinder Marlin's journey. This ensemble group will sing in the song "Just Keep Swimming". At least some actors in this ensemble will be Part-Time Actors.
A group of sea turtles who teach Marlin that it's ok to let go. This ensemble group will sing in the song "Go With The Flow". At least some actors in this ensemble will be Part-Time Actors.
This character is TBD. Traditionally this character dancers with the Scuba mask when it is on stage, to make it appear as if it were floating through the water.
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