Seeking Kids and Teens for "Finding Nemo Jr." Show
Children ages 6-12 years old are welcome to audition for "Finding Nemo Jr.". Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Disney’s Finding Nemo JR. is a musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie Finding Nemo, with new music by award-winning songwriting team Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez. Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured and taken to Sydney, Marlin faces his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the ocean. With the help of lovable characters such as optimistic Dory, laid-back sea turtle Crush, and the supportive Tank Gang, Marlin and Nemo both overcome challenges on their journey to find each other and themselves. Featuring memorable songs such as “Just Keep Swimming,” “Fish Are Friends Not Food,” and “Go With the Flow,” Finding Nemo JR. brings a vibrant underwater world to life on stage in a story full of family, friendship, and adventure. Rate: There is no compensation for any of the actors. Additional info: Prepare a 16 to 32-bar song selection that shows off voice, acting, and range. For the vocal audition, please bring your own piano-track recording or karaoke version to sing along with. Recitation: Please prepare a short poem of your choice to recite from memory. When performing your poem, remember to add character and show off your acting skills. What to Bring: Please bring a current headshot or photo (4x5 or larger) and a theatrical resume if you have one. If you do not have a resume, please do not worry; no previous experience is required. Performance Dates: June 18-29, 2025 (Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat 7:30 pm, Sun 2 pm) Note that a fee will be applied. If interested, please apply.
36 roles
A curious young clownfish, born with a “lucky fin,” who brims with a sense of wonder and an eagerness for adventure.
Nemo’s anxious and overprotective father, a clownfish who prefers the safety of his anemone to the frightening unknowns of the open ocean.
An optimistic, bubbly, and sociable blue tang who experiences frequent short-term memory loss.
Nemo’s brave mom and Marlin’s wife. A loving mother-to-be clownfish, married to Marlin, who will stop at nothing to protect her eggs.
Part of the righteously chill group
Part of the righteously chill group
Part of the righteously chill group
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Nemo’s classmates.
An excitable and friendly flapjack octopus who is, quick to befriend Nemo.
An H2O-intolerant seahorse with an appetite for trouble who taunts Nemo to swim beyond the reef.TADA self-admittedly obnoxious butterflyfish who joins Sheldon in encouraging Nemo to swim past the Drop-Off.
A stingray and Nemo’s enthusiastic, encyclopedic teacher who takes pride in sharing the curiosities and marvels of the world with the class and encourages every student to be a brave explorer.
A performer responsible for floating the diver’s mask through the water whenever it appears onstage.
The intimidating ringleader of the sharks who is dedicated to adopting a vegetarian diet.
Bruce’s shark friends, try to live vegetarian lifestyles but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of- control Bruce from eating innocent fish.
Bruce’s shark friends, try to live vegetarian lifestyles but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of- control Bruce from eating innocent fish.
Forced to attend the sharks’ party but aren’t quite so convinced that their hosts will be satisfied with a kelp-only diet.
A friendly yellow tang who is captivated by bubbles and exclusively uses the word “bubbles” to communicate. Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean.
An open-minded and supportive blowfish, is proud to be part of the Tank Gang family and helps keep everyone’s spirits up, even when things seem bleak.
A nervous royal gramma fish, and part of the “Tank Gang,” who enjoys the regulated cleanliness of the aquarium tank.
A mature and down-to-earth starfish, offers guidance and reassurance to all those who need it. Part of the “Tank Gang.”
The relentless and inspiring leader of the “Tank Gang” who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. Gill is the first fish Nemo has ever met with a similar “fin difference,” quickly becoming a mentor and inspiration for the young clownfish.
A friendly sharp-eyed pelican, Nigel is the Tank Gang’s feathered friend and only connection to the outside world. This bird is someone you can count on to know all the latest news on the happenings of Sydney Harbour.
A 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose, teaches Marlin a thing or two about being a good parent. Look for a strong singer who can confidently belt “Go With the Flow” to make it a truly radical jam.
Offspring of Crush, fearlessly twirls through turbulent waters of the ocean and enjoys trying out cool new moves in the high-speed EAC.
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