Casting Call for "The Prince of Egypt" The Musical
"The Prince of Egypt" the musical needs actors. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See more info below. About the project: Synopsis: “The Prince of Egypt is a sweeping epic of a musical with music and lyrics by Grammy and Oscar winner Stephen Schwartz, a book by Philip LaZebnik, and 10 new songs written by Schwartz, together with five of his songs from the DreamWorks Animation film. The show also features Schwartz’s Academy Award-winning song, “When You Believe.” Journey through the wonders of Ancient Egypt as Ramses and Moses, two young men raised together as brothers in a kingdom of privilege, find themselves suddenly divided by a secret past. One must rule as Pharaoh, the other must rise up and free his true people; both face a destiny that will change history forever.” Additional info: Please Note: The Prince of Egypt contains sensitive material that may be distressing to some audience members and performers. Themes explored in this production include violence, oppression and depictions of slavery. While these elements are portrayed with care and artistic intention, they are essential to the narrative’s historical and emotional truth. AUDITION DETAILS: Please sign in no later than 15 minutes after posted start time. Be prepared to spend the evening with them. What to Prepare/Bring: • A 16–32 bar cut of a musical theatre song. • Sheet music in the correct key (an accompanist will be provided) or tracks if you prefer • Headshot and résumé (if available) • Comfortable attire for movement • All will be expected to sing and perform a cold read as well as participate in a brief dance audition. Video submissions: see the document attached. Callbacks (by invitation only) will be held Wednesday, January 14th. This is a vocally and emotionally rich ensemble show with many featured roles across all vocal types and age ranges. Important Dates: January 18 - Read Through 5PM, Rehearsals Begin March 20 - Tech Week Begins - There will be ZERO absences allowed from this point forward. March 27 - Opening Night April 5th - Closing Night and *MANDATORY* strike immediately following the conclusion of the performance. Performance Dates: March 27 – April 5, 2026 (Including Holidays); tbd Command performances on March 26th and April 2nd. If you are interested, please apply.
15 roles
Playful, but with a soulful core. Ages throughout the show. He begins the show as a devil-may-care young man, a bit of a clown and playboy, secure in his privileged identity as a prince of Egypt. But after his devastating discovery that he was born a slave, he grows into the strong and compassionate leader of the Hebrew people. A high tenor (sings up to Bb) with a thrilling voice and large range. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2
A prince of Egypt, heir to the throne, who ages throughout the show. He loves his brother Moses, but is also quite competitive with him, since Moses’s winning personality continually puts him in the shade. His father expects a great deal from him as the future Pharaoh, and Ramses is wracked by self-doubt. He ultimately becomes a great leader of the Egyptians. A strong tenor (sings up to G#), but with a well-developed lower range. Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Moses’s Hebrew mother. She sets her son afloat in a basket on the Nile in order to save him from the Egyptian soldiers. Rich alto voice, sings in Hebrew and English. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Regal, wise, deeply loving. She always wanted another son after Ramses was born, and believes Moses was a gift from the gods. Over the course of the show she changes from being a vibrant, clever, and even playful woman to a broken creature devastated by the loss of her adopted son. Rich alto voice. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3
The Pharaoh of Egypt. Commanding, carries himself with great dignity and authority. As a young man, he brought Egypt back from the brink ofcivil war. He is a great general and still leads his army into battle. He loves his sons deeply,but he loves Egypt more and everything he does is to protect and preserve his country.A low baritone/bass. Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: B2
The High Priest of Egypt. Though pompous and self-important, he is deeply committed to the ancient gods of Egypt and above all fears the heresy of the one god which brought down the previous dynasty. His support is crucial to the well-being of the 18th Dynasty. He despises Moses for his lack of reverence and seeks to preserve the Egyptian hierarchy at all costs. Strong baritone. Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: G#2
A Midian princess, fiery and rebellious, who ages throughout the show. She is full of spirit and strength, and wants nothing more than for her people to be free. Deeply committed to her family, and eventually to her love for Moses. Must have a thrilling high belt, but also a well-developed and beautiful mix; must also dance well. Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Moses’s Hebrew sister. Devout, unswerving, simple-hearted, optimistic. A prophetess. She believes in God and in Moses as the Deliverer and never wavers in her faith in both. Strong rich belt. Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: G3
Moses’s Hebrew brother. Intellectual, skeptical, funny. Aaron has reached an accommodation with his life as a slave; he makes a joke of everything to diminish the pain. Aaron is the last Hebrew to believe in Moses; when Moses returns to Egypt & confronts Ramses, asking him to let his people go, Aaron’s skepticism is borne out when the Hebrews’ labor is doubled. When Aaron is finally won over, he becomes Moses’ most loyal follower. Tenor/high baritone. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: B2
Ramses’s wife and his Queen of Egypt. Imperious and haughty. Scion of an ancient royal family, she is keenly aware of her position and her importance to the dynasty. She is supremely self-confident and looks down upon Ramses as a member of an upstart family. But at the end, her heart is broken by the death of her son and she reveals her humanity and love for Ramses. Strong rich belt, high alto. Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3
The High Priest of Midian and Tzipporah’s father. A powerful, wise presence, exuding a joy of life and a deep empathy for others. Full of love and buoyancy, with a deep spiritual center. A high baritone (must sing up to G) with a strong warm voice. Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: A2
Ensemble: singers and dancers.
Ensemble: singers and dancers.
Ensemble: singers and dancers.
Ensemble: singers and dancers.
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