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Teen Auditions for Musical Production "The Shai Ones"

Porterville, CA, United States
ID: 587875Exp: 7/26/2025
online audition
Description:

Teen auditions open for the musical production "The Shai Ones". See the details below! ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: In the year 1348, a plague has infested a small, desolate village hidden in a deep, dark wood. Alistair Drake, the last remaining plague doctor in the village, discovers that his brother caught the sickness and vows to find a cure to save him. However, the priest of the village, Father Salvador, does not trust such a remedy and orders Alistair to cease his research. Alistair disobeys wanting to save his brother and the village by any means necessary. With the help of his niece, Vivian Drake, they enter the woods in search of ingredients for their cure when Alistair stumbles upon a strange anomaly. With time running out for his brother, tension brewing with the church, and hope wearing thin, the doctor doubts his ability to find a cure after all. All he needs is a little help... and the forest will be sure to do just that for him. Additional info: NOTE: PG-13, This play shows depictions of death, sickness, and murder. Religion plays a large role in this production. Any minor that is signing up to audition, must have their parents' permission. Callbacks: *INVITE ONLY* on/around August 1, 2025 First Rehearsal: on/around August 4, 2025 First Performance/Opening Night: October 10, 2025 WHAT TO PREPARE: - A 1–2-minute dramatic monologue. If you are interested please apply.

6 roles

VIVIAN DRAKEFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Niece of Alistair Drake and daughter of Robert and Elaine Drake, Vivian is a curious young woman wanting to aid in the journey of her uncle finding a cure for the black death and save her friend. She is ruthless and headstrong.

FIRVERIORBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

An ethereal creature accidentally created by Alistair Drake. Gowned in elegant whites and golds, he resembles life itself. He is quiet, gentle, and graceful. He aids Alistair in his search for a cure. (must be short and small to resemble a childlike stature)

ELTAORBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

Another ethereal creature accidentally created by Alistair Drake. Dressed in dark colors and feathers from a raven or crow, he resembles a symbol for death. He specializes in the deceased and sensing bad omens. He is mysterious, dark, macabre, and cunning. He aids Alistair in the search for a cure. (must be short and small to resemble a childlike stature)

AALISFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

The best friend (or lover) of Vivian Drake who has contracted the plague. Seeing her parents lose their battle with the plague, she is pessimistic about Vivian’s attempt in curing her. However, she is humble, kind, and a kindred spirit with Vivian.

ENSEMBLEBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities

OthersBoth genders13-18 y.o.All ethnicities