AUDITION NOTICE: Footloose - National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)

Title: Footloose

Presented By: National Academy of Performing Arts (NAPA)

Genre: Musical

Synopsis: Footloose follows the story of Ren McCormack, a city teen who moves to a small town where dancing and rock music are banned. As he challenges the oppressive rules, he inspires the town to embrace freedom and find joy in music and dance. This high-energy musical is full of unforgettable songs and dynamic dance numbers.

Audition Dates:

• Thursday, 6th March – Dance Call/Video Auditions Due

• Sunday, 9th March – Callbacks

Audition Location and Address: NAPA Studios, 3 Stevenson Court, Burleigh Heads, Queensland

Audition Requirements:

• Complete the audition form online at NAPA Footloose Audition Registration.

• The full rehearsal schedule is available for download: Footloose Rehearsal Schedule.

Available Roles:

• Ren McCormack (Lead): Masc, 18-25, Tenor, strong dancer, rebellious, emotional.

• Ariel Moore (Lead): Fem, 18-25, Mezzo-Pop, rebellious minister’s daughter, strong belt, strong dancer.

• Rusty (Supporting): Fem, 18-25, Soprano/Pop, comedic, strong belt, strong dancer.

• Willard Hewitt (Supporting): Masc, 18-25, Tenor, country bumpkin, comedic timing required.

• Ethel McCormack (Supporting): Fem, 35-45, Soprano, Ren’s caring mother.

• Chuck Cranston (Supporting): Masc, 18-25, Tenor, bad boy, Ariel’s boyfriend.

• Urleen (Supporting): Fem, 18+, Mezzo/Alto, Ariel’s smart friend, comedic, strong dancer.

• Wendy Jo (Supporting): Fem, 18-25, Mezzo, Ariel’s friend, comedic, strong dancer.

• Ensemble: All genders, 18+, townspeople, students; strong singers, dancers, and character performers.

Performance Dates: 30th, 31st May; 1st, 6th-8th June 2025

Performance Location: NAPA Studios, 3 Stevenson Court, Burleigh Heads, Queensland

Rehearsal Dates: 13th March - 28th May 2025

Rehearsal Times: TBC

• Saturdays 2.00-5.00PM

• Thursdays 6:00-9:30PM

• Mondays 6.00-9.30PM (After Easter break)

• Wednesdays 6.00-9.30PM  (After Easter break)

Warnings: Some roles feature mature themes and require emotional depth.

Required Age: 18+

Crew:

• Director: Kim Reynolds

• Vocal Directors: Steffanie Gowland, David Valks, Leila Chequer de Souza

• Associate Choreographers: Mandy Morrison, Suzanne Lewis

Production Website: NAPA

Other Information: This is an unpaid production. All performers must be available for the listed rehearsal and performance dates.