Teen Auditions - Disney's Beauty and the Beast
AUDITIONS
for the Spencer Community Theatre & Deegan Children’s Theatre production of
Disney’s Beauty and The Beast
will be held Monday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 24th, 2022
About Auditions (Where do I go? What do I do?)
When are auditions? Where do I go?
Auditions are May 23rd and May 24th at the Spencer Community Theatre: located at 518- 1st Ave. E. in Spencer. Main Lobby doors open half an hour prior to stated audition time. The Main Lobby is the only entrance to use for auditions. Please note that it is not necessary to attend both audition dates; one or the other will suffice. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 Pandemic, please do not attend if you are feeling ill and please continue to practice safe, practical social distancing guidelines and hygiene practices.
Teen Auditions (Ages 14+): 6:30 until? PM, Doors at 6:00 PM
Who can audition? What kinds of roles are available?
Roles are available for singers, dancers, and actors 14-19 years old! Please see roles and character descriptions listed at the end of this announcement!
What do I need to bring with me? Should I prepare anything in advance?
Please be prepared to sing, dance, and act! There will be a song taught for everyone to sing, a short piece of movement will be taught, and auditionees will read from the script.
You are welcome to read the script. Scripts are available for checkout at the SCT Business Offices. If you would like to check a script out, please call 712-262-7336 and schedule a time to stop by. Scripts should be returned before or at the beginning of auditions. Our regular business hours are 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday-Friday.
Please be aware of any potential schedule conflicts-there will be room on the audition form for you to list your availability.
Closed Auditions:
Auditions for Disney’s Beauty and The Beast are closed, meaning that only the individuals auditioning and the Directing/Stage Management team of the production are allowed in the audition space.
About the Show (What is Disney’s Beauty and The Beast?)
What’s this show all about?
Music by: Alan Menken
Lyrics by: Howard Ashman & Tim Rice
Book By: Linda Woolverton
This musical is rated G
Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s classic, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.
The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.
This “tale as old as time” is filled with spectacular costume and set opportunities or, even more simply staged, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast offers a great opportunity to bring your entire community together for family theatre at its best.
When are rehearsals?
Rehearsals are from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM Sunday-Thursday, although they will run later the week the show opens. Rehearsals begin Tuesday, May 31st and run until the show opens on July 7th. Not every person is called to every rehearsal; the time commitment typically depends on the size of the role! Rehearsals may look a little different from time to time due to SCT’s commitment to providing a safe, healthy experience for all those involved with the production, and we appreciate your patience and willingness to work with us as we continue to make theatre happen.
When are performances?
Performances are July 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 PM and July 10 at 2:00 PM
Where are performances?
Performances will take place at the SCT Playhouse at 518- 1st Ave. E.
What if I still have more questions or want to talk to someone about auditioning?
No problem! Feel free to contact SCT Executive Director Liz McNea at 712-262-7336 or liz@sctplayhouse.org.
Cast Size: Medium (11 to 20 performers)
Dance Requirements: Standard
Roles Available
Belle
A young woman with an independent spirit and a love of reading who exudes natural beauty
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: E3
Beast
The cursed Prince and master of the castle
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Maurice
Belle’s slightly addled genius inventor father
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: Db4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Gaston
A rude, narcissistic hunter who assumes the world belongs to him
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Lefou
Gaston’s fawning friend, not too bright.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Les Filles De La Ville (3)
A group of Gaston’s fanatical female followers who energetically pursue him in the hopes of winning
Gender: Female
Lumiere
A charming French valet who fancies himself a ladies man; becomes a candelabra
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: F#2
Cogsworth
An officious, excitable, English major-domo; becomes a mantle clock
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: A2
Mrs. Potts
A sweet, kind-hearted head of the kitchen staff and mother to Chip; becomes a teapot
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
Chip
Mrs. Potts’s hopeful young son; becomes a teacup
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Madame De La Grande Bouche
A grand, larger-than-life opera singer; becomes a wardrobe
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C#4
Babette
A flirtatious maid; becomes a feather duster.
Gender: Female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Monsieur D’arque
Proprietor of the local insane asylum
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: A4
Vocal range bottom: D3
Villagers
Includes Shepherd, Marie, Tavern Master, Laundry Lady, Baker, Milkmaid, Flower Seller, Sausage Curl Lady, Candle Maker, Hat Seller, Bookseller, Cronies
Castle Staff
Becomes various objects, including a Gargoyle, Flatware, and Napkins
Narrator
Begins the tale of the young Prince who became a beast
Young Prince
A spoiled, orphaned young man
Gender: Male
Old Beggar Woman
An enchantress in disguise
Gender: Female
Wolves
Ensemble