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"Godspell" The Musical Seeks Teen Actors

Bridgeton, NJ, United States
ID: 607248Exp: 6/14/2026
Description:

Casting 10 to 12 performers for "Godspell" The Musical. All performers must be 16 years old by July 1st. Please see the details below. Rate: This is a volunteer, unpaid production. Additional info: (Doors open at 1:30 PM) Please use the side door to enter. Doors will open 30 minutes prior to auditions. Callbacks (if needed): June 16 at 6:00 PM Auditions are first-come, first-served — no sign-up required. What to Prepare: One song from Godspell (1972 version only) A 30–60 second improvised scene (provided at auditions) An accompanist will be provided and will have the sheet music ready. Please do not bring tracks or plan to sing a cappella. You do not need to be a trained dancer — just someone ready to move in a fun, expressive way. What to Bring A complete list of conflicts between July 1 and September 13 Due to the ensemble nature of this show, rehearsal attendance is extremely important. Rehearsal & Performance Information Rehearsals will be held three times per week: One weekend afternoon Two weekday evenings The rehearsal schedule will be finalized after casting and reviewing conflicts. Tech Week begins Saturday, September 5. All cast members must be available for the entire tech week. (Labor Day falls during tech week; as a cast, we will decide together which day to take off.) Performance Dates: September 11 at 7:00 PM September 12 at 2:00 PM September 13 at 3:00 PM For the roles of Herb and Lamar, director are seeking actors who can play piano for one song each. However, if you do not play piano, please do not let this discourage you from auditioning. If interested, please apply.

10 roles

JesusMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Tenor) Charismatic, high-energy, yet gentle and loving. Leader of the group. Sings: “Save the People,” “All for the Best,” “Alas for You,” “Beautiful City”

John the Baptist / JudasMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Tenor) Jesus’ right-hand man who ultimately becomes the doubter and rebel. Sings: “Prepare Ye,” “All for the Best”

JeffreyMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Tenor) High-energy, silly, playful, childlike. Sings: “We Beseech Thee”

LamarMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Tenor) Sweet, innocent; often the last to understand the joke. Sings: “All Good Gifts,” “Learn Your Lessons Well (Reprise)”

HerbMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Baritone) Class clown with strong comedic timing; great with voices and impressions. Sings: “Light of the World”

RobinMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Mezzo-Soprano) Sweet, innocent, natural leader; first to commit to Jesus. Sings: “Day by Day”

JoanneMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Soprano) Confident and bold; eager to jump in. Sings: “Bless the Lord”

PeggyMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Vocal Range Open) Shy, warm, nurturing presence. Sings: “By My Side”

SoniaFemale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Alto) Sassy, slightly cynical, flirtatious energy. Sings: “Turn Back, O Man”

GilmerMale16-18 y.o.All ethnicities

(Vocal Range Flexible) Goofy, silly, comedic — the female counterpart to Herb. Sings: “Learn Your Lessons Well”