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Ensemble Track Roles:
Ensemble Track Roles:
What's a "Track"?
What's a "Track"?
An ensemble track in theater is like a special "to-do list" for each actor in the ensemble. It’s a way to organize all the different parts an actor plays in the show.
In an ensemble role, you might already know you’re part of a group that works together to tell the story—like playing mermaids, sea creatures, chefs, or sailors. However, in a track system, each actor’s "track" includes every character they play, every costume they wear, every time they enter and exit, and eventually, even specific props they might use. It’s a detailed guide that helps everyone know exactly what they’re doing in every scene.
For example, if you're in the ensemble, your track might say:
Scene 1: Sailor
Scene 3: Seagull
Scene 7: Sailor
Scene 13: Chef
Tracks make sure the whole show runs smoothly because they keep everyone on the same page, even if you're playing multiple roles! Eventually, you’ll work on your own personal Track Worksheet, where you’ll write in your details for each scene, like what character you’re playing, what costume you’re wearing, any cues that you have, your blocking, and any specific props you use.
But for now, you just need to decide what ensemble characters you’d most like to play in Little Mermaid!
Fill out THIS FORM to rank your TOP THREE ensemble tracks.
Ensemble Track Choices for Little Mermaid
Ensemble Track Choices for Little Mermaid
Track D - Merfolk & Lagoon Animal
Track D - Merfolk & Lagoon Animal
Track D allows you to be a Merperson for "Daughters of Triton", "Under the Sea", and for the "Finale" and Bows. You'd be a Lagoon Animal for "Kiss the Girl".
This track has a few costume changes, and you will need to move gracefully as an underwater creature. You will have the opportunity to be considered for one of the featured solo lines in Under the Sea.
Track E - Sea Creature & Lagoon Animal
Track E - Sea Creature & Lagoon Animal
Track E has you start as a Sea Creature for "Daughters of Triton", "Under the Sea", and "She's in Love". You'll also be a sea creature for the Finale, and Bows. You are a Lagoon Animal for "Kiss the Girl".
This track has a few costume changes, and you will need to move gracefully as an underwater creature. You will have the opportunity to be considered for one of the featured solo lines in Under the Sea.
Track F - Lagoon Animal & Sea Creature
Track F - Lagoon Animal & Sea Creature
Track F has you start as a Sea Creature for Act 1, "Daughters of Triton", and "Under the Sea". In Act II, you are a Lagoon Animal for "Kiss the Girl, Finale, and Bows.
This track has basically one big costume change, but it is during intermission, which lightens the load of any quick changes. You will need to move gracefully as an underwater creature. You will have the opportunity to be considered for one of the featured solo lines in Under the Sea.
Track I - Sailor, Seagull, Chef & Courtier
Track I - Sailor, Seagull, Chef & Courtier
Track I has you start as a Sailor for the opening number, "Fathoms Below", and then change into a Seagull for "Human Stuff". You'll be a sailor again in scene 7 (the storm). You are a Chef for "Les Poissons", and then will transition into a palace aristocrat, or visiting noble, which we are calling "Courtiers". You will change back into your chef costume for bows.
Track I involves a lot of costume changes and dancing. But the dancing is much more articulated and a bit silly and exaggerated, as opposed to the sea creatures, who will need to be a bit more fluid and graceful. You will be able to be considered for Seagulls 1, 2, and 3. It’s almost identical to track J, but you would bow as a chef.
Track J - Sailor, Seagull, Chef & Courtier
Track J - Sailor, Seagull, Chef & Courtier
Track J starts as a Sailor for the opening number, "Fathoms Below", and then change into a Seagull for "Human Stuff". You'll be a sailor again in scene 7 (the storm). You are a Chef for "Les Poissons", and then will transition into a palace aristocrat or visiting noble, which we are calling "Courtiers". You will stay as a courtier for bows.
Track J involves a lot of costume changes and dancing. But the dancing is much more articulated and a bit silly and exaggerated, as opposed to the sea creatures, who will need to be a bit more fluid and graceful. You will be able to be considered for Seagulls 1, 2, and 3.
Track K - Sailor & Seagull
Track K - Sailor & Seagull
Track K starts as a Sailor for the opening number, "Fathoms Below", and then change into a Seagull for "Human Stuff". You'll be a sailor again in scene 7 (the storm). You'll stay a Sailor unitl the end of the show.
Track J involves only one costume change, into a seagull. You’re a sailor for most of the show, letting you really get into character. There is a fair about of dancing, but that dancing is articulated and a bit silly and exaggerated, unlike the sea creatures, who will need to be more fluid and graceful. You will be able to be considered for Seagulls 1, 2, and 3.
All Character Tracks (for the Full Cast)
All Character Tracks (for the Full Cast)
Note that these might change, as we add parts or add folks to more scenes. This is a STARTING point.
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