Teens Needed for "Alice By Heart" Show
Seeking performers ages 16 and up for the "Alice By Heart" Show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. About the project: In Alice by Heart, set during the London Blitz of 1941, young girl Alice Spencer seeks refuge from the horrors of war in her beloved storybook, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, as she grapples with the impending loss of her best friend, Alfred, who is suffering from tuberculosis. As Alice and Alfred escape into a dark version of Wonderland, they encounter various characters that reflect their struggles with grief, love, and the harsh realities of adulthood. Ultimately, Alice must confront her feelings and accept the painful truths of her life while finding hope amidst despair, as she learns what it means to grow up. Additional info: Sing a selection in the style of the show. Songs should be 1 minute or less and use a karaoke/instrumental track. No accompanist will be provided, and no a cappella auditions. Please bring the backing track with you; a speaker will be provided. Auditioners will also be required to complete a short dance call. Please come dressed in clothes and shoes that you can move in. PRODUCTION DATES: Please ensure that you can fully commit to the rehearsal period and performance schedule before auditioning. Dates: Friday, February 12th @ 7:30PM Saturday, February 13th @ 7:30PM Sunday, February 14th @ 2PM Friday, February 19th @ 7:30PM Saturday, February 20th @ 7:30PM Sunday, February 21st @ 2PM Friday, February 26th @ 7:30PM Saturday, February 27th @ 7:30PM Sunday, February 28th @ 2PM REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: Rehearsals begin Monday, November 16th, 2026 They will be held Monday-Thursday, 6:30-9:30 pm, until dress & tech weeks, when ending times vary. See the attachment to complete the audition form. If interested, please apply.
11 roles
A curious, imaginative, at times naive, young girl on the cusp of adulthood, determined to escape her grim reality during WWII by immersing herself in her beloved storybook. She navigates the complexities of love and loss. She represents what it’s truly like to come of age in a dark world.
Alice’s charming yet ailing childhood friend, grappling with tuberculosis, who oscillates between a frantic White Rabbit and a bitter March Hare.
A tough and commanding figure who balances humor with authority, transforming from a caregiver to the domineering Queen of Hearts.
A manic soldier in his late teens who oscillates between being whimsical and lost, embodying both the playful Mad Hatter, and the traumatized Harold Pudding.
A streetwise character with a sharp wit, whose guise as the Cheshire Cat serves as a guide for Alice through Wonderland with an air of mystery and gravity, balanced with compassion.
A flamboyant street urchin with comedic flair, doubling as the Duchess who critiques Alice’s transition into adulthood; also, a subservient member of the Queen’s court.
An upper-class girl displaced by war, who embodies both naivety and resilience as the Queen of Diamonds.
A traumatized young boy whose experiences in wartime London manifest in his roles as the sleepy Dormouse, the conflicted Knave of Clubs, and the grieving Mock Turtle.
A working-class youth with a penchant for escapism, especially as the Caterpillar who challenges Alice’s understanding of herself.
A fumbling doctor managing chaos in the Underground, whose anxiety is both comic and threatening.
There will be a select group of dancers called back to make up a Dance Core/Ensemble.
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