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Singing Audition for "Into The Woods" Musical Show

Danville, IL, United States
ID: 277908Exp: 2/9/2025
Description:

The company is holding auditions for "Into The Woods" show and looking for actors, please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. About the project: Into the Woods is a magical and poignant tale that 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 that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, they set off on a quest to break the spell. Along the way, they encounter Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and other familiar characters, each with their own wishes and dreams. As their stories interweave, the characters must deal with the consequences of their actions, ultimately learning important lessons about community, responsibility, and the complexities of life. This modern classic from Stephen Sondheim is filled with enchanting music and unforgettable moments. Additional info: Audition individually during a fun, relaxed 10-minute time slot. Prepare at least 40-60 seconds of a song that shows off your unique talents. Bring sheet music for our accompanist with your starting and stopping points clearly marked. No need to worry about choreography – there’s no dance audition! You'll also have the chance to bring characters to life by reading from materials provided at the audition. Please apply if interested.

16 roles

NarratorMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Vocal range: Baritone

CinderellaFemale18-24 y.o.All ethnicities

A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. Vocal range: Soprano

JackMale18-24 y.o.All ethnicities

The feckless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Vocal range: Tenor

Jack’s MotherFemale50-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed. Vocal range: Soprano

The BakerMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range: Baritone

The Baker’s WifeBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

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. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano

Cinderella’s StepmotherFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano

Florinda And LucindaFemale18-24 y.o.All ethnicities

Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano

The WitchFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive. Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano

Cinderella’s MotherFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. Vocal range: Soprano

Mysterious ManMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer. Vocal range: Baritone

WolfMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Vocal range: Baritone

RapunzelFemale18-24 y.o.All ethnicities

Rapunzel: A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Vocal range: Soprano

Cinderella’s PrinceMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. Vocal range top: Bass-Baritone

Rapunzel’s PrinceMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor. Vocal range top: Bass-Baritone

GiantFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Voiceover. The Giant’s wife is an angry and vengeful ‘monster.’ She is seeking restitution for her loss.