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"Once On This Island" Audition for the Theater

Richmond, VA, United States
ID: 285756Exp: 5/23/2025
Description:

In need of male and female actors for the "Once On This Island" show. Please see the details below. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE ACCEPTED. Additional info: What to prepare: A 16-bar vocal cut in the style of the show (R&B, gospel, or pop) No live accompaniment will be provided. Please bring a device with an instrumental backing track ready to play. A Bluetooth speaker will be available. PERFORMANCE DETAILS Dates: August 8, 9, 10 & 15, 16, 17, 2025 Dance auditions are divided into three 40-minute blocks. You must select only one slot. Each group is capped at 25 participants. Please arrive warmed up and wear clothing and footwear suitable for dancing. VOCAL AUDITIONS Vocal auditions are held in group blocks. When you arrive for your vocal block, you will be assigned a 5-minute individual audition time within that block. If interested, please apply.

13 roles

Mama EuralieFemale45-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Ti Moune's adoptive mother. She is fearful of social status and greatly protective of her family. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: Gb3

Tonton JulianMale45-55 y.o.All ethnicities

Ti Moune's adoptive father. Filled with courage that is fueled by the love for his wife and daughter. Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: A2

Ti MouneFemale18-20 y.o.All ethnicities

Our story's protagonist. A peasant girl who has been adopted, she is a dark skinned island girl with much curiosity and energy. Earnest and romantic about all creatures. Falls tragically in love with Daniel. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

DanielMale18-25 y.o.All ethnicities

A youthful man from the wealthy part of the island. He is pale skinned and inherently bound to fulfill the expectations of his higher social class. Struggles with his feelings for Ti Moune. Vocal range top: F#4 Vocal range bottom: C#3

ArmandMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

AndreaMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Papa GeMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Demon of Death. He is proud and sly. His menacing ways are often a cause of distress, as he is in control of life and death. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: C3

AsakaFemale40-60 y.o.All ethnicities

The Mother of Earth. She is very caring and nurturing. Her motherly disposition make her well-suited to provide inhabitants with anything they need. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3

AgweMale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The God of Water. He is strong, clever, and compassionate. Enjoys playing with the rain and ocean. Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: B2

ErzulieFemale18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

The Goddess of Love, beautiful and elegant with a strong belief in the power of love. She has a sympathetic heart. Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: A3

GossipersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble

PeasantsBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble

StorytellersBoth genders18-56 y.o.All ethnicities

Ensemble