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Seeking Kids For "The Fantasticks" Show

Anchorage, AK, United States
ID: 593941Exp: 11/14/2025
Description:

ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Costing kins for an upcoming show, "The Fantasticks". See the details below. About the project: "The Fantasticks" is a funny and whimsical musical about a boy, a girl, and their two fathers who try to keep them apart. A moving tale of young lovers who seek the world of adventure, is punctuated by a bountiful series of catchy, memorable songs, many of which have become classics. The narrator, El Gallo, sings “Try to Remember…” and asks the audience to use their imagination and follow him into a world of moonlight and magic. "The Fantasticks" is the longest-running musical in the world: its breathtaking poetry and subtle theatrical sophistication carries a purity and simplicity that transcends barriers. The result is a timeless fable that manages to be nostalgic and universal at the same time. Additional info: Date: January 30 - February 22, 2026 Rehearsals will begin on Wednesday, December 3 Callbacks (and additional auditions as needed): Sunday, November 16th, 1pm – 6pm, (evening times TBD if needed) MUSIC SIDE: Come prepared to play an accompaniment track with your vocal audition. A Bluetooth speaker will be provided for you to play a track from. If auditioning for LUISA and MATT prepare a 32 bar/90 second cut of a musical theatre song in the style of the show. READING SIDE: If auditioning for LUISA and MATT prepare a monologue 30-60 seconds in length. Performing material from the show is welcome and you can find a list of character specific audition monologues below in the audition sides. For more information, see the attachment. When applying, please send your resume and headshot, if available!

2 roles

LUISA (The Girl)Female16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

A classic girl next door, she is a romantic idealist who falls in love with Matt. She sees in vivid colors and wants to be young, wild, and free. Vocal Range: B3 - B5

MATT (The Boy)Male16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

An innocent, young man who is searching for love and adventure. A bright guy, but naive and even foolish at times, approaching situations with a false bravado. Vocal Range: A2 - G4