JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: Into the Woods Jr. - Brisbane Junior Theatre

Title: Into The Woods

Presented By: Brisbane Junior Theatre

Genre: Musical

Synopsis: Into the Woods Jr. intertwines the tales of beloved fairy-tale characters as they embark on a quest to fulfil their wishes. From Cinderella's longing to attend the royal ball to Jack's adventure in the giant's castle, each character faces challenges and moral dilemmas in a magical forest. As they pursue their dreams, they discover that getting what you want isn't always what it seems.

AUDITION DETAILS:

Audition Intensive: Saturday 16th November 2024

Audition Date: Saturday 23rd November 2024

Performance Week: 16th - 21st December

Ages: 13-19

AUDITION STEPS:

• Memorise Monologue: Memorise a monologue with the required characterisation and accents. Research the musical and be familiar with the characters, particularly the role you are auditioning for. Monologue and Song Link

• Learn a Song: At the bottom of the monologue sheet will be a song and a link to a YouTube video. You will need to sing this song and dance during the audition. The choreography is taught on the day, and it’s suggested to be familiar with other songs from the show.

• Booking: Book an audition time by sending an SMS to Debbie at 0438 896 436.

• Registration Form: Download and complete the Production Registration Form and email it to brisbanejuniortheatre@gmail.com.

• Order T-Shirt (Optional): BJT produces a T-shirt for all productions. If you would like one, complete the T-shirt Order Form and bring it to your audition along with payment.

Character Breakdown

• Narrator

  • Gender: Any

  • Vocal Range: Bb3 - D4

  • Role: Charismatic storyteller, minimal singing.

• Jack

  • Gender: Male

  • Vocal Range: A3 - E5

  • Role: Adventurous young man learning valuable lessons.

• Jack's Mother

  • Vocal Range: Bb3 - D5

  • Role: Frazzled, overworked woman with comic timing.

• Baker

  • Gender: Male

  • Role: Likable man determined to break the Witch's curse.

• Baker's Wife

  • Vocal Range: A3 - E5

  • Role: Strong woman whose desire for a child drives the story.

• Little Red Ridinghood

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: Bb3 - Eb5

  • Role: Loud, bratty girl who learns important lessons.

• Witch

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: C4 - C5

  • Role: Manipulative woman seeking to regain her beauty.

• Florinda and Lucinda

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: C4 - G4

  • Role: Spoiled stepsisters of Cinderella.

• Mysterious Man

  • Gender: Male

  • Role: Puzzling character aiding the Baker, non-singing.

• Wolf

  • Gender: Male

  • Vocal Range: Bb3 - D5

  • Role: Sly character focused on attacking Little Red.

• Granny

  • Gender: Female

  • Role: Feisty woman confronting the Wolf.

• Steward

  • Gender: Male

  • Role: Cinderella's Prince's dependable servant.

• Milky-White

  • Gender: Any

  • Role: Jack's cow; can be portrayed by a child.

• Cinderella's Father

  • Gender: Male

  • Role: Neglectful father figure, non-singing role.

• Cinderella's Prince

  • Gender: Male

  • Vocal Range: B3 - D5

  • Role: Conceited man pursuing Cinderella.

• Cinderella's Mother

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: D4 - D5

  • Role: Comforts Cinderella in one short song.

• Rapunzel's Prince

  • Gender: Male

  • Vocal Range: B3 - D5

  • Role: Pompous brother involved in sibling rivalry.

• Cinderella's Stepmother

  • Gender: Female

  • Role: Mean woman prioritising her daughters.

• Cinderella

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: A3 - G5

  • Role: Peasant girl learning about wish consequences.

• Rapunzel

  • Gender: Female

  • Vocal Range: G4 - F#5

  • Role: Young woman in a tower standing up to the Witch.