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Performers Needed for "Into the Woods" Show

Taunton, MA, United States
ID: 268914Exp: 12/17/2024
Description:

The company is holding auditions for "Into the Woods" Show and looking for performers, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results. One of Sondheim's most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word. Additional info: PERFORMANCES March 7th and 8th, 2025 at 7:30 PM March 9th, 2025 at 2:00 PM March 14th and 15th, 2025 at 7:30 PM March 16th, 2025 at 2:00 PM Rehearsals SUNDAYS, MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS 7:00pm-9:00pm Please apply if interested.

20 roles

Narrator/Mysterious ManMale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Baritone, A mysterious character with a secret. Mostly acting role with physical movement

CinderellaBoth genders20-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: G3. A young, earnest maiden who her stepmother and stepsisters constantly mistreat.

JackMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: G4. Vocal range bottom: B2. The feckless giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed

Jack’s MotherFemale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: Gb5. Vocal range bottom: Bb3. Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother is independent, bold, and strong-willed.

The BakerMale20-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: G4. Vocal range bottom: Ab2. A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.

The Baker’s WifeFemale20-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F3. A determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.

Cinderella’s StepmotherFemale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: F#5. Vocal range bottom: A3. The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.

Florinda And LucindaBoth genders18-35 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: Ab5. Vocal range bottom: C4. Cinderella’s stepsisters are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.

Little Red Riding HoodMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: F5. Vocal range bottom: Bb3. A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.

The WitchFemale20-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F3. Sarcastic, uglythen-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.

Cinderella’s MotherFemale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: E4. Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree

Wolf/Cinderella’s PrinceMale20-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Wolf/Cinderella’s Prince: Vocal range top: Gb4. Vocal range bottom: Bb2. Wolf: Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Prince: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing

RapunzelFemale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: A5. Vocal range bottom: B3. A loopy-but a lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and lonely. She yearns to experience the world.

Rapunzel’s PrinceMale20-45 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: C#3. Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor.

The StewardMale20-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range: Ensemble singer. A man-servant who is used to doing whatever he has to solve a problem. His only care is to please his master or the strongest personality in the room. Conniving, callous and cowardly

Cinderella’s FatherMale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

Vocal range: Ensemble singer. Out of touch with his family but harmless and well-meaning. No solo singing.

GrannyMale40-65 y.o.All ethnicities

No solo singing. Bitter, vindictive, feisty. Strong humorous role.

GiantMale20-65 y.o.All ethnicities

No solo singing, Loud, angry. Offstage voice.

Snow WhiteMale20-40 y.o.All ethnicities

No solo singing, Smaller role.

Milky WhiteMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Non-singing. Sickly white cow. Flexibility and physical movement a requirement, a puppeteer.