Next to Normal Auditions

CASTING CALL for actors 17+

Directed by David Holmes

Vocal Directed by Jessica Gartner

Mankato Playhouse

12 Civic Center Plaza STE 1700

Mankato MN 56001

Please bring sheet music for a song you have already learned. Mankato Playhouse will provide a pianist at auditions to accompany you.Do not use a song from the show.Do not sing to taped music or sing a cappella.You do not have to sing an entire song. Sixteen to 32 measures should be sufficient. We only want to get an idea of how well you can carry a tune and follow accompaniment. If you are "called back" we will ask you to sing some more.

Auditions

September 8 and 9 at 7:00pm

(Please arrive 10 - 15 min early)

Rehearsals

Monday - Thursday 7:30p - 9:30p

Performances

November 1 - November 17, 2024

No conflicts will be accepted the last two weeks of rehearsal or any performance

Cast of Characters

*The Roles of Diana and Dan are pre-cast

Gabe

Diana & Dan's son. Dashing, athletic, and bright. He is a playful man and everything a mother could imagine.

Gender: Male

Age: 18 to 21

Natalie

Diana & Dan's troubled daughter. An accomplished pianist and hardworking student, her struggles are exacerbated by her mother's behavior. She greatly admires Henry.

Gender: Female

Age: 16 to 16

Henry

Natalie's classmate. The all-around musician, philosopher, and slacker. He has an intoxicating capacity for sympathy and romance.
Gender: Male
Age: 17 to 17

Dr. Madden

Diana's handsome psychiatrist. Quite assured in his practice and considered somewhat of a rock star.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40

Audition Information

A Charles Dickens Christmas Auditions

CASTING CALL for actors 15+

Directed by: Liz Eder

Vocal Directed by: TBD

Mankato Playhouse

12 Civic Center Plaza STE 1700

Mankato MN 56001

October 20th at 7:00pm

(Please arrive 10 - 15 min early)

Rehearsals

Monday - Thursday 7:30p - 9:30p

Performances

December 13 - December 22, 2024

No conflicts will be accepted the last two weeks of rehearsal or any performance

Actor 1

Actor plays Charles Dickens: a driven and successful writer, but an unhappy man. He remembers Christmas as a miserable experience from his childhood, until he realizes the sacrifice his Father made for him back then.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40

Actor 2

Actor plays John Dickens: father to Charles, he spends Charles' money, much to Charles' dismay, but he loves his son and made the sacrifices necessary for Charles to grow up to be the famous author he is. Doublings include Peddler and Mr. Trotwood.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 65

Actor 3

Actor plays Tim Trotwood: a fictional character in versions of the Christmas story Charles is trying to write. Tim works all day without complaint to support his family, and is very hurt when the girl he loves tells her he is too poor to marry. Doublings include Young Charles Dickens, Singboard Boy, and Barber's Assistant.
Gender: Male
Age: 18 to 25

Actor 4

Actor plays Chapman: Charles' publisher. A man almost as unhappy as Charles, he always worries about money and his public image and lacks the Christmas spirit. Doublings include Hargreaves, Prison Guard, and Barber.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 50

Actress 1

Actress plays Young Woman: a figment of Charles' imagination, she is sweet but stubborn in her guidance of Charles to the story and happiness he is looking for. Doublings include Orphan Lady, Rachael, and Flower Girl.
Gender: Female
Age: 18 to 25

Actress 2

Actress plays Mrs. Furnival: the innkeeper's wife and Charles' assistant. She is a caring woman who worries that Charles's overexerts himself and treats him like a son. Doublings include Mrs. Trotwood and Mrs. Dickens
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 60

Audition Information

Urinetown The Musical Auditions

CASTING CALL for actors 15+

Directed by Dr. Paul Hustoles

Vocal Directed by Tami Sellner

Choreographed by Lori Holmes

Mankato Playhouse

12 Civic Center Plaza STE 1700

Mankato MN 56001

Auditions (change from original time)

Saturday November 16 at 2:00p

and

Sunday, November 17 at 7:00pm

(Please arrive 10 - 15 min early)

Rehearsals

Monday - Thursday 7:30p - 9:30p

Performances

January 17 - Feb 2, 2025

No conflicts will be accepted the last two weeks of rehearsal or any performance

Cast of Characters

Officer Lockstock

Penelope Pennywise

Bobby Strong

Little Sally

Officer Barrel

Hope Cladwell

Caldwell B. Cladwell

Ensemble

Please bring sheet music for a song you have already learned. Mankato Playhouse will provide a pianist at auditions to accompany you.

Do not use a song from the show.

Do not sing to taped music or sing a cappella.

You do not have to sing an entire song. Sixteen to 32 measures should be sufficient. We only want to get an idea of how well you can carry a tune and follow accompaniment. If you are "called back" we will ask you to sing some more.

Audition Information

Who Can Audition

Unless posted prior to auditions, anyone can audition. It is suggested that you review the show information and character descriptions prior to deciding to audition.

Where Are Auditions

All auditions are held at:

Mankato Playhouse

12 Civic Center Plaza STE 1700

Mankato MN 56001

in the Mankato Place Mall

How to Audition

Please bring sheet music for a song you have already learned. A pianist will be provided to accompany you.

Do not use a song from the show.
Do not sing to taped music or sing a cappella.

Please do not sing an entire song. We only want to get an idea of how well you can carry a tune and follow accompaniment. Sixteen to 32 measures is all that is needed. If you are "called back", we will ask you to sing some more.

Bring comfortable shoes or dance shoes for the dance audition. We do not expect you to be an expert dancer unless you are auditioning for dancing role.

Please be prepared to list any and all conflicts you have for rehearsals. All rehearsal conflicts must be disclosed at the time of auditions. Conflicts are NOT allowed during Tech Week or for any of the performances.

Will you accept ensemble?

Your audition form will have the question, "Will you accept ensemble? Yes or No". Please do not mark "yes" unless you truly intend to accept an ensemble role in the production. You will have a much better chance of getting cast if you are willing to accept any role or ensemble part offered to you as opposed to only wanting particular roles. The fewer roles you indicate you will accept, the fewer options the director has for casting you.

Callbacks

Some actors auditioning will be asked to return for a "callback," that is, a second look. The called back actors may be asked to sing from the show and to do more extensive readings than in the "regular" audition phase .

Cast Lists

Please remember that an actor may still be cast even if not called back, and an actor may be called back but still not cast depending on what was marked on the audition form. The director may choose to call the actors and offer roles, however, the cast list will be posted on the website by end of day on the Friday following auditions, unless there is a need for additional auditions.