Casting Kids and Teens for 2026 Season
Equity chorus singers for roles in the 2026 Season. Seeking kids and teens. See breakdown below. Rate: MSUA $1325 weekly minimum (2025 rate) - pending negotiations. Additional info: Audition break: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM PREPARATION: Please prepare a short song in a style appropriate to the season’s shows. Be prepared to sing an additional contrasting selection if requested. Bring sheet music, picture/resume and your repertoire book; an accompanist will be provided. Actors are cast on a per show basis and not as part of a repertory company. All performers are signed to an Equity MSUA contract. Actors of all ethnicities, backgrounds, gender identities, body types, and abilities for all available roles are encouraged to audition. Local St. Louis, MO actors are likewise encouraged to audition. ECC Procedures are in effect for this audition. An Equity Monitor will be provided. Equity’s contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition. Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions. "HAIRSPRAY" Possible Early Rehearsal: June 1 – June 3 Rehearsal: June 4 – June 14 Performances: June 15 – June 21 (7 Performances) "SHREK" THE MUSICAL Rehearsal: June 14 – June 24 Performances: June 25 – July 2 (8 Performances) RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S "SOUTH PACIFIC" Rehearsal: June 25 – July 5 Performances: July 6 – July 12 (7 Performances) DISNEY’S "NEWSIES" Possible Early Choreography Rehearsal: July 2 – July 4 Rehearsal: July 5 – July 15 Performances: July 16 – July 22 (7 Performances) If interested, please apply.
11 roles
Spunky, tough, outgoing, and wise beyond her years. Seaweed’s instantly lovable little sister. Strong Broadway/pop singer who dances well. VOCAL RANGE: C5 – E5. "HAIRSPRAY"
Young Shrek is 7 years old when his parents send him out into the world, warning him that because of his looks he will not have a happy ending. This actor will double as Fairytale Creature Baby Bear, the wide-eyed and precocious bear from Goldilocks. VOCAL RANGE: A3-C#5.
A bright little girl only recently locked in a tower, who passes her time reading fairy tales about being rescued by a handsome and charming prince. She is innocent and optimistic. This actor will double as a citizen of Duloc. Comedic, and sings very well. VOCAL RANGLE: B3-C#5.
Now a teenager, Fiona has been trapped in the tower for a few years and has angst about not yet being rescued. This actor will double as a Fairytale Creature and/or other ensemble roles. Comedic and sings very well. VOCAL RANGE: B3-C#5.
Mixed Polynesian and White Emile’s son. Spirited, and probably a little spoiled. Pacific Islander. Strong singer; moves well, ballet technique a plus. "RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S SOUTH PACIFIC"
Mixed Polynesian Emile’s daughter. Spirited, and probably a little spoiled. Pacific Islander. Strong singer; moves well, ballet technique a plus. "RODGERS & HAMMERSTEIN’S SOUTH PACIFIC"
Handsome, passionate and charismatic leader of the Newsies. A street-smart kid with a dark artistic soul right beneath the bluster. Not a blowhard. This kid is the real thing. Great pop tenor voice and excellent dancer. VOCAL RANGE: Bb2 – A4. "DISNEY’S NEWSIES"
A thinker. Raised in a home as opposed to the other Newsies, Davey is the book-smart counterpoint to the other boys. The voice of reason. Great contemporary tenor voice and excellent mover. VOCAL RANGE: D3 – A4. "DISNEY’S NEWSIES"
. The strong-willed daughter of Pulitzer. An ambitious, intelligent, confident young reporter, who works hard to make a name for herself as a legitimate journalist in a time when women aren’t taken seriously. Quick, funny, opinionated and resourceful. This damsel needs no prince to save her. Great pop/contemporary musical theater voice with a high belt. Strong dancer, tap skills a plus. VOCAL RANGE: A3 – F5. "DISNEY’S NEWSIES"
Jack’s best friend and a dedicated newsie with a “bum leg” from polio that causes pain, but helps sell more papes. A slight, sickly boy with a huge heart. He walks with the aid of a crutch due to a bad leg, but that doesn't hold him back from being right in the middle of any mischief. A real charmer. VOCAL RANGE: C3 – A4. "DISNEY’S NEWSIES"
The fearless kid brother of Davey. Excited by everything the world has to offer and eager to join in the adventure. Fun is this kid's middle name. Great singer. VOCAL RANGE: Db3 – Bb3. "DISNEY’S NEWSIES"
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