Dance Opportunities for Kids in "Footloose" Musical
Talent ages 13-18 years old are encouraged to try out for "Footloose" Musical. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: Please prepare an approximately one-minute cut of a song that shows off your voice. Songs from the show or in the style of the show are encouraged. Please bring an accompaniment track on your phone or other device. Wear clothes and shoes you can dance in. Everyone will dance, you may also be asked to read from a script. Potential Callbacks by Invitation Only: Monday, Feb 17th, 6-8 PM St Matthew Lutheran Church 1200 E Churchville Rd, Bel Air, MD 21014 Virtual Callbacks may also be requested Tech Week: May 24-29 Shows May 30-31, June 6-7 There is no charge to participate in this production. Please see the attachment for a Rehearsal Schedule. If interested, please apply.
27 roles
(Lead): Tenor. Teenager from Chicago. Fun quick witted and energetic, emotional, rebellious, likeable; emotes his pain through quirky sarcasm and dance; strong dancer; athletic skills a plus.
(Lead): Baritone. The powerful, traditional local church leader; strict, stern, and solemn, still struggling with the death of his son. Must be a strong singer –has solo
(Lead): Mezzo-Pop. Shaw and Vi’s daughter. Smart, a bit of the bad girl with an edge, sweet, she’s rebelling against her father’s stance, but she’s more mischievous than negative; role requires strong, solid voice. Must be a confident singer/dance
(Supporting): Soprano. Reverend Moore’s loving, supportive, resilient wife. Has a duet with Ethel – mature, vocal sound desired.
(Supporting): Soprano/pop voice. Ariel’s friend; a bit scatterbrained, sweet, fun, knows everything about everything; role requires strong voice, comedic timing and dance. Sings 3 part harmony with several solo lines
(Supporting):Tenor. A “country bumpkin” with a short temper but a warm heart and a big smile; comedic timing and dance a must. He “learns” to dance.
(Supporting): Soprano. Ren’s mother; had a tough go, just trying to make it through the relocation from Chicago…would do anything for her son. Has a duet with Vi – mature vocal sound desired
(Supporting): Tenor. The local bad boy and Ariel’s boyfriend. Doesn’t like Ren. Sings fairly well; sings with Ariel with male back up
(Supporting): Mezzo/Alto. Ariel’sfriend; the smart one of the group; role requires a strong singer, comedic timing, and dance. Sings 3 part harmony with several solo lines
(Supporting): Mezzo. Ariel’s friend; comedic timing, and dance required. Sings 3 part harmony with several solo lines
(featured) – Owner of the Burger Blast. the mature, comedic role, the accent would be fun. Must be able to roller skate
(featured) Cowboy hat, boots and an attitude. Thinks of himself as the only “real man” in the room. Sings Act Two Opening Song
Ren’s aunt, married to Wes. Character can sing, but does not have to sing or dance well.
Ren’s uncle, married to Lulu, Character can sing, but does not have to sing or dance well.
Gym teacher. Character can sing, but does not have to sing or dance well
Roger’s wife. Character can sing, but does not have to sing or dance well
Principal of Boumont High School, enforcer of rules. Scene with Ren and Willard. Not required to sing
A few lines, not required to sing or dance.
Chuck’s buddy – a few lines, sings strong 3 part harmony, some dancing
–Chuck’s buddy - a few lines, sings strong 3 part harmony, some dancing
Ren and Willard’s friend, some lines, sings 3 part harmony, some dancing
Chuck’s buddy - a few lines, sings strong 3 part harmony, some dancing
Ren and Willard’s friend, some lines, sings 3 part harmony, some dancing
Harmony singers, ability to dance a plus, but not require
Several big dance numbers in the show, and any combination of the following skills is a plus: acrobatics, gymnastics, break dancing, leaps, and splits. Ability to sing desired.
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