The Towne Players present

Disney's The Lion King Jr.

Touted as one of the most impactful and legendary musicals ever written, The Lion King Jr. follows SImba, a young lion cub destined to be King of the Pridelands. But after his wicked uncle Scar murders his father, Mufasa, Simba is tricked into believing the tragedy is his fault. The musical follows the plot of the 1994 animated movie of the same name. The Lion King Jr. will open on March 11th and 12th at the Fairview Performing Arts Center.

AUDITIONS

For those interested in joining the Cast of the production.

STEP 1:

You have 3 opportunities to audition:

Monday, October 26th
Thursday, October 29th
Friday, October 30th

All auditions will be held in the Dutchtown HS Choir Room. Follow this link to sign up for an audition slot.

STEP 2:

Prepare your audition material

Please be prepared to present:

32 bars (60 seconds) of a published Broadway or Disney piece
One of the provided character monologues (does not need to be memorized)
Section of choreography (taught at auditions)

STEP 3:

Prior to your audition...

When you arrive for auditions, you will:

Complete an audition form
Participate in a pre-audition choreography session to learn the required section of choreography
Be provided a printed copy of the provided character monologues

During your audition...

You will have 5 minutes to present your song, monologue, and section of choreography
We will have a Bluetooth speaker available for you to connect and play your track from
You do NOT need to have the monologue memorized; you will be provided a printed version to read from. Though, your chances will be higher if you have reviewed and rehearsed the monologue

After your audition...

You are free to go once you have completed your audition. Final cast and crew placements will be shared the week of November 2nd.

CREW INTERVIEWS

For those interested in joining the Crew of the production.

STEP 1:

All interviewees need to sign up for an interview slot. Crew Interviews will be held Tuesday, October 27th in the DHS Theatre Room. Follow this link to sign up for an interview slot.

STEP 2:

Review available crew roles

Possible crew roles to be filled include:

Stage Manager: Oversees all technical aspects of rehearsals and performances, maintains the prompt book, communicates between director and crew, and calls lighting, sound, and scene cues during the show.
Assistant Stage Managers: Assist the Stage Manager with backstage organization, managing cast movement, tracking props, and ensuring smooth transitions during rehearsals and performances.
Scenic Designer: Conceptualizes and designs the visual set elements representing the African savannah, Pride Rock, the Elephant Graveyard, and the jungle.
Set Crew: Builds, paints, assembles, and manages the scenic structures and stage pieces before and during the production.
Props Designer: Designs and sources all hand-held items, stage set-pieces, and special ceremonial objects used by the cast (e.g., staff, grubs, banners).
Props Crew: Organizes, maintains, repairs, and handles prop preset tables and backstage prop hand-offs during rehearsals and performances.
Costume Designer: Designs and plans the vibrant, African-inspired costumes, animal outfits, textiles, and wearable designs for all cast members.
Makeup Designer: Creates character makeup concepts, face painting designs, and animal feature styling to complement costumes and masks.
Costumes and Makeup Crew: Assists cast members with costume changes, fitting adjustments, applying stage makeup, and maintaining wardrobe and wigs during show runs.
Publicity Crew Head: Leads marketing and promotional efforts, overseeing social media campaigns, poster distribution, ticket link promotions, and program creation.
Publicity Crew: Creates posters, takes cast headshots and rehearsal photos, manages announcements, and helps promote show dates and ticket sales.
Puppetry Crew Head: Oversees the maintenance, handling, and operation of specialized Lion King puppets, masks, and shadow puppets.
Puppetry Crew: Assists with repairing, presetting, organizing, and operating puppets and specialty animal mechanics throughout rehearsals and performances.

STEP 3:

Prior to your interview...

You will be given an interview form to fill out to provide some basic information
The roles of each crew and designer will be reviewed for clarity

During your interview...

You will engage in a conversation with your interviewer about your responses to the interview form and any relevant experience you have

After your interview...

You are free to go once you have completed your interview. Final cast and crew placements will be shared the week of November 2nd.

FAQ

Q: Who is allowed to audition?

Any middle or high school student enrolled at Dutchtown Middle or High School is eligible to audition.

Q: When and where are rehearsals?

A rehearsal schedule is still being finalized, and will be shared at our earliest convenience.

Q: When and where will auditions take place?

Auditions will be held in the Dutchtown High School Choir Room on the following dates:

Monday, October 26th
Thursday, October 29th
Friday, October 30th

Q: Do I need to schedule a time to audition?

Yes, you must follow the provided sign-up link to reserve an audition slot.

Q: What material do I need to prepare before my audition?

Prepare the following:

Song: 32 bars (approximately 60 seconds) of a published Broadway or Disney piece.

Monologue: One of the provided character monologues. It does not need to be memorized, though rehearsing it in advance is recommended.

Dance: A section of choreography, which will be taught during the audition session.

Q: What happens when I arrive for my audition?

Prior to your audition time:

1. Complete an audition form.

2. Attend a pre-audition choreography session to learn the dance routine.

3. Receive a printed copy of the character monologues.

Q: What should I expect inside the audition room?

You will have 5 minutes to present your song, monologue, and dance routine. A Bluetooth speaker will be available to connect and play your backing track

Q: Can I leave after my audition?

Yes, you may leave as soon as your individual audition is finished.

Q: When and where are crew interviews being held?

Crew interviews will take place on Tuesday, October 27th in the DHS Theatre Room.

Q: Do I need to sign up for an interview time?

Yes, all interviewees must sign up for an interview slot using the provided link.

Q: What crew positions are available?

Available roles include:

Stage Management: Stage Manager, Assistant Stage Managers

Scenic & Props: Scenic Designer, Set Crew, Props Designer, Props Crew

Costumes & Makeup: Costume Designer, Makeup Designer, Costumes and Makeup Crew

Publicity: Publicity Crew Head, Publicity Crew

Puppetry: Puppetry Crew Head, Puppetry Crew

Q: What happens when I arrive for my interview?

You will fill out an interview form with basic details, and the responsibilities for each crew and designer role will be reviewed before your interview.

Q: What will be discussed during the interview?

You will discuss your interview form responses and any relevant background or experience with your interviewer.

Q: Can I leave after my interview?

Yes, you may leave once your interview is complete.

Q: When will cast and crew decisions be announced?

Final cast and crew placements will be shared the week of November 2nd.

Q: When is the production?

The Lion King Jr. opens on March 11th and 12th at the Fairview Performing Arts Center.

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