The Company Theatre to Hold Open Auditions for Disney’s The Little Mermaid

The award-winning Company Theatre announces non-equity open call auditions for their upcoming production of Disney’s The Little Mermaid on Wednesday, May 3, 6:30 pm at The Company Theatre Center for Performing Arts, 30 Accord Park Drive, Norwell. Disney’s The Little Mermaid music is by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, with book by Doug Wright. The show is directed by Zoe Bradford and Jordie Saucerman, with music direction by Steve Bass and choreography by Sally Forrest. All roles are open for casting. Further information and a rehearsal schedule will be available at auditions.

Disney’s The Little Mermaid Broadway spectacular stages a magical kingdom beneath the sea. The inquisitive mermaid Ariel quests for life on land when she falls in love with the human Prince Eric. She must defy her father King Triton, escape the clutches of the evil sea witch Ursula, and engage in the ultimate battle of good and evil. Menken’s delightful score with full orchestra, imaginative costumes, sparkling scenery and a special cast of characters all bring this undersea world to life. There is joy to be found “under the sea” for the young and young at heart in this beloved Disney classic.

Audition candidates should be strong singers, arrive prepared to sing a song from the show in the show key, or a song in a similar musical theater style. Candidates are encouraged to dress appropriately for movement, bring a headshot or snapshot, a resume is helpful, but not required. The score will be available, and an audition accompanist will be provided. Callbacks may be held on Thursday, May 4, 6:30 pm. Out of state college students who are unable to attend auditions may submit a video audition by email to sally@companytheatre.com, a dance audition can be provided online, details are available at the website. All video submissions must be received before 4 pm on May 2. Rehearsals are held Mondays and Thursdays from 7:00 to 10:00 pm, Sundays from 1 to 6 pm.

Performances of The Little Mermaid ###/emwww.companytheatre.com.

Ariel – the strong-willed and curious teenaged mermaid who longs to be human, is a mezzo soprano with strong top notes. She must be able move well in order to clearly convey meaning once Ariel loses her voice.

Prince Eric – the adventurous and sensitive human monarch who captures Ariel’s heart. Tenor.

Grimsby – Prince Eric’s prim and proper valet, he is constantly trying to guide Prince Eric toward the throne and a suitable bride fit for a royal marriage. Grimsby needn’t be a strong singer.

Flounder – is Ariel’s sincere and sensitive best friend – a spunky fish with a sweet sense of humor, Boy age 8-11, shorter than 4’10”. Alto.

Scuttle – Scuttle is the know-it-all, eccentric seagull who serves as Ariel’s expert on all things human. Tenor.

King Triton – King Triton, King of the Sea and a harried single father to seven girls, struggles to balance his political and paternal powers, and is ready to combat the wicked Ursula. Baritone.

Sebastian – Sebastian is the choirmaster of King Triton’s court who has a flair for the dramatic. A meticulous and uptight crab, Sebastian is ever-anxious. His movement should be more fidgety than fluid, and he should be able to perform a broad send-up of a Caribbean accent (Jamaican or other). Tenor.

Mersisters – Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana are the daughters of King Triton and sisters to Ariel. Full of personality and sass, each should be distinct in character.

Flotsam & Jetsam – Ursula’s sinister lackeys. With devious charm, these electric eels convince Ariel to visit the Sea Witch. They are tricky and menacing. Altos or tenors.

Ursula – Ursula is the tentacled and manipulative Sea Witch who is sister to King Triton. Cunning and calculating, she will stop at nothing to get what she wants – and what she wants is Triton’s throne. Ursula can be played by a low alto, but a contralto is ideal. A male may be considered for this part.

Chef Louis– the melodramatic head chef in the palace. Wild and frenetic, he is dramatic, and should be highly comedic with exaggerated movement and an over the-top French accent. Tenor.

Ensemble Roles – Pilot, Sailors, Sea Creatures, Windward & Seaward, Maids, Gulls, Chefs, Princesses.

For more information about auditions, please call the box office at 781-871-2787 or email Sally at Sally@companytheatre.com. For more information about The Company Theatre, please visit www.companytheatre.com, or follow The Company Theatre Centre for the Arts on Facebook.