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Seeking Teens for "Into the Woods" Show

Galesburg, IL, United States
ID: 584922Exp: 5/5/2025
Description:

Seeking performers ages 17 and up for "Into the Woods" Play. Please see the details below. About the project: Step into the enchanted world of "Into the Woods," Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's beloved musical that intertwines classic fairy tales with a twist. Additional info: For the vocal audition, participants will sing "The Star-Spangled Banner", which is available in three different keys; please choose the key that best suits your vocal range. In addition to a vocal audition, everyone will participate in cold readings from the Into the Woods script. No monologue preparation is necessary. Rehearsals will typically be held between 6 and 9 pm Monday through Thursday, with some possible weekend rehearsals, at Prairie Players Civic Theatre. At auditions, you will be asked to list all conflicts between May 12 and July 3. Tech week starts July 6 and performances are July 11-13 at the Galesburg Orpheum Theatre, 57 S. Kellogg Street, Galesburg. Attendance at tech week rehearsals is mandatory. Attached is the audition form that you can review or print and fill out to bring with you to auditions. See the attachment for details and more information. If interested, please apply.

13 roles

Narrator / Mysterious ManMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A storyteller who guides the narrative, sometimes doubling as the Mysterious Man, a vagrant with a secret. (Vocal Range: G2 – E4)

The WitchFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Sarcastic and possessive, she transforms from ugly to beautiful, revealing complexities beneath her exterior. (Vocal Range: F3 – G5)

The BakerMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A simple, loving man on a quest to break his family's curse, facing insecurities along the way. (Vocal Range: Ab2 – G4)

The Baker’s WifeFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Determined and bright, she desires a child and is willing to face the unknown to achieve her wish. (Vocal Range: F3 – G5)

CinderellaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Earnest and kind-hearted, she seeks to find her place in the world beyond her stepfamily's cruelty. (Vocal Range: G3 – G5)

JackMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Naive and adventurous, he dreams of a better life, leading him to unexpected adventures. (Vocal Range: B2 – G4)

Little Red Riding HoodFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Feisty and curious, she embarks on a journey that teaches her about the complexities of the world. (Vocal Range: Bb3 – F5)

RapunzelFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Sheltered and naive, she yearns for freedom and discovers the world beyond her tower. (Vocal Range: B3 – A5)

Cinderella’s Prince / The WolfMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The Prince is charming yet unfaithful; the Wolf is cunning and predatory. (Vocal Range: B2 – F4 for Prince, Bb2 – Gb4 for Wolf))

Rapunzel’s PrinceMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Vain and dramatic, he is always in search of the next conquest. (Vocal Range: C#3 – E4)

FlorindaFemale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Cinderella’s stepsisters, equally vain and mean-spirited. (Vocal Range: C4 – Ab5)

LucindaMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Cinderella’s stepsisters, equally vain and mean-spirited. (Vocal Range: C4 – Ab5)

The StewardMale17-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Servant to the royal family, concerned with order and appearances. (Vocal Range: Spoken)