Spring Musical "Next To Normal" Searching For Teens
ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. Seeking teens for spring musical "Next To Normal". See the details below. About the project: Next to Normal, with book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey and music by Tom Kitt, explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal was also chosen as "one of the year's ten best shows" by critics around the country, including The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone and The New York Times. Dad's an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family's story with love, sympathy and heart. Additional info: CALLBACKS By invitation only - December 10, 2025 - 6:15pm-8:15pm PERFORMANCES February 12th through March 7th, 2026. REHEARSALS TBD based on cast availability. More info to come. Prepare 30 seconds to 1 minute of a song from the show. Choose a cut that highlights your vocal range, emotional depth, and storytelling. No accompanist will be provided. Please have a vocal track as accompaniment. Callbacks may include: Readings and vocal cuts from the show Ensemble musical work Light movement work (no dance prep needed) For more information, see the attachment. Please bring a headshot, résumé, and conflict calendar. If you are interested, please apply.
3 roles
(Mezzo/Soprano) The overachieving, overlooked daughter. Brilliant, anxious, sarcastic, and yearning for connection. Range: G3–F5
(Tenor) Charismatic, mysterious, charming, and energetic. A major vocal role with strong physical presence. Range: C3–C5
(Tenor/Baritone) Natalie’s classmate and love interest. Chill, supportive, a little awkward, and warm-hearted. Range: G3–B4