Seeking Kids and Teens for "Beetlejuice Jr." Show
"Beetlejuice" Auditions are open to youth ages 12-18 years old. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: Adapted directly from the full-length Broadway hit musical Beetlejuice, the ghost-with-the-most comes to the stage in this edgy junior adaptation of everyone’s favorite irreverent musical comedy based on Tim Burton’s dearly beloved film. Beetlejuice tells the hauntingly comedic yet touching story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager obsessed with the whole “being dead thing.” Lucky for Lydia, her new house is haunted by a recently deceased couple (Adam and Barba Maitland) and Beetlejuice, a delightful demon with a real zest for life. Trying to help the newlydeads maintain possession of their home, Lydia calls on Beetlejuice to scare away anyone with a pulse by calling his name thrice, allowing him to materialize and wreak havoc. The double-crossing specter, however, shows his true stripes … unleashing a Netherworld of pandemonium. Additional info: Please dress appropriately and expect to have your photo taken after you have signed in. Please do not bring props to the audition. Also, the casting committee requests that you do not wear costumes or face paint. A dancing audition is required for all performers. Auditioners should bring jazz shoes if they have them. If you don’t own jazz shoes, please bring comfortable sneaker type shoes you’re able to move in. Be sure to bring a water bottle and a snack. Auditions will consist of singing, dancing, and acting requirements. SINGING: Everyone needs to prepare the song selection from the show list for the primary character they want to be considered for. Auditioners may be asked to vocalize to determine vocal range. It is recommended that you also prepare a second song from the list if needed for callbacks. Be sure to add characterization and mannerisms that fit the character while bringing your best voice forward. DANCING: You will be asked to perform a short dance routine (in groups) during the auditions. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can dance in. Bring Jazz Shoes if you have them. ACTING: All actors will be asked to read one or more sides provided during the audition. These sides are available in advance so you can familiarize yourself with the material. Please come prepared to bring unique characterizations to each role you are asked to read. Review the sides beforehand and consider the tone of voice, mannerisms, and other traits you would bring to each character, should you be asked to read for that role. You can find more information and audition material in the attachment. If interested, please apply.
31 roles
Whip-smart, grieving fifteen- year-old whose dark sense of humor helps her cope with the loss of her mother, Emily. Lydia is unfazed by Beetlejuice’s antics and easily holds her own against both him and all things Netherworld. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Lydia’s father. He wants to help her get over the loss of her mother, although the ways he tries to “help” aren’t really what Lydia needs. Charles is under a lot of pressure between his concerns over Lydia, his secret relationship with Delia, his professional life, and his own grief (which he tries to ignore). Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The dead guy of the hour! This titular character is zany, spooky, and absolutely hilarious. Though Beetlejuice exists in a morally gray area, he’s more of a trickster than a malevolent threat. He’s happy to align his interests with others, but ultimately, he’s looking out for himself. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Devoted husband of Barbara just can’t catch a break. While life’s stresses were getting to him – renovation of the house, financial difficulties, and the decision about having a child – he certainly wasn’t ready for death. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Barbara's stresses align with her husband’s, in life and death, although Barbara is a bit more adventurous than Adam. She is very kind but also strong-willed and a quick thinker. Barbara immediately bonds with Lydia. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Hopelessly (sometimes maniacally) optimistic. She believes fully in her guru, Otho, and considers herself a life coach, though underneath her façade she’s quite fragile and desperately wants to fit in with the Deetzes. Delia loves Charles and genuinely cares about Lydia’s well-being, even if her attempts to connect are somewhat misguided. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: G2
The business tycoon whom Charles hopes to impress. Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Former beauty queen greets the recently dead in the Netherworld. She leads “What I Know Now”. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: A3
Maxie's fourth (or fifth) wife.
Delia's guru and occasional exorsist.
Beetlejuice’s mother runs the recently dead intake with an iron fist. She has “a voice like road tar” and no sympathy for anyone.