AUDITIONS
Saturday 12th October & Sunday 13th October (by appointment only)
DANCE AUDITION
Saturday 12th October (by appointment only)
SHOW SEASON
January 10 - January 25, 2025
Saturday 12th October & Sunday 13th October (by appointment only)
DANCE AUDITION
Saturday 12th October (by appointment only)
SHOW SEASON
January 10 - January 25, 2025
SYNOPSIS
This Little Mermaid Pantomime Script has underwater adventures and fish puns aplenty as Princess Ariel tries to venture to the surface. Her twin sister Persil (the pantomime Dame) and best friend Lobster Thermidor try to discourage her but without much success.
Meanwhile up on a ship Prince Finn, Admiral C. Weed and their useless Royal Navy sailors are caught in a storm, and saved by the mermaids. The bad weather was whipped up by Ariel’s Aunt Octavia who has stolen the mighty trident of the seven seas from Queen Neptuna, its rightful owner.
Join Mother of Pearl the spirit of the sea, and her daughter Pearl, as they attempt to watch over the characters and look after them while Octavia tries to take over the kingdom of Atlantis with her hench-fish Davy and Jones.
This Little Mermaid Pantomime Script has underwater adventures and fish puns aplenty as Princess Ariel tries to venture to the surface. Her twin sister Persil (the pantomime Dame) and best friend Lobster Thermidor try to discourage her but without much success.
Meanwhile up on a ship Prince Finn, Admiral C. Weed and their useless Royal Navy sailors are caught in a storm, and saved by the mermaids. The bad weather was whipped up by Ariel’s Aunt Octavia who has stolen the mighty trident of the seven seas from Queen Neptuna, its rightful owner.
Join Mother of Pearl the spirit of the sea, and her daughter Pearl, as they attempt to watch over the characters and look after them while Octavia tries to take over the kingdom of Atlantis with her hench-fish Davy and Jones.
REHEARSALS
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm – 9:30pm
Sundays from 12:00am – 5:00pm.
Cast Meet & Greet/Script Read Through – Monday 21st October 2024, 6.30pm – Everyone to attend
A rehearsal schedule will be created as not everyone will be required at every rehearsal.
The production team and the Roo Theatre Company Management expect that everyone involved in this production will be available for all scheduled rehearsals from the date of their casting and throughout the entire show season. This is only fair to all other cast members. Everyone’s time is valuable, and it is vital that rehearsal time is not wasted by the absence of cast members. Except for emergencies, we cannot have last-minute absences from essential rehearsals or performances. Non-attendance at rehearsals on 3 occasions without prior notice will result in the loss of your place in the cast.
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6.30pm – 9:30pm
Sundays from 12:00am – 5:00pm.
Cast Meet & Greet/Script Read Through – Monday 21st October 2024, 6.30pm – Everyone to attend
A rehearsal schedule will be created as not everyone will be required at every rehearsal.
The production team and the Roo Theatre Company Management expect that everyone involved in this production will be available for all scheduled rehearsals from the date of their casting and throughout the entire show season. This is only fair to all other cast members. Everyone’s time is valuable, and it is vital that rehearsal time is not wasted by the absence of cast members. Except for emergencies, we cannot have last-minute absences from essential rehearsals or performances. Non-attendance at rehearsals on 3 occasions without prior notice will result in the loss of your place in the cast.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
Important information about the Audition Process
All auditionees must be 10 years of age or older at the time of auditioning.
Before you audition, review the essential dates provided, you must be available for every performance throughout the show season, no exceptions
****All known absences at the time of the auditions must be recorded on the audition form***
Please arrive early for your audition. We are lucky to have so many eager participants, but that means we are running a very tight schedule. Being on time for your audition is an indication of what we expect from you during rehearsals and performances.
Please treat each other and the production staff with respect. We will not be casting people who cannot get along with one another. Building a strong ensemble is essential to a good production and this can only happen with cast members who support each other.
Dates and Timetable for Auditions Dates:
Saturday 12th October 2024, 10am - 6pm (by appointment only)
Sunday 13th October 2024, 10am - 6pm (by appointment only)
All auditionees who require a call back will be notified by Tuesday 15th October 2024. Call backs will be on Wednesday 16th October, 7:00pm & 9:00pm.
You need to arrive 10 minutes before your designated time and quietly take your place and wait for us to call your name. A photo may be taken of you at your audition, this is to compare heights when casting. Bring water.
Important information about the Audition Process
All auditionees must be 10 years of age or older at the time of auditioning.
Before you audition, review the essential dates provided, you must be available for every performance throughout the show season, no exceptions
****All known absences at the time of the auditions must be recorded on the audition form***
Please arrive early for your audition. We are lucky to have so many eager participants, but that means we are running a very tight schedule. Being on time for your audition is an indication of what we expect from you during rehearsals and performances.
Please treat each other and the production staff with respect. We will not be casting people who cannot get along with one another. Building a strong ensemble is essential to a good production and this can only happen with cast members who support each other.
Dates and Timetable for Auditions Dates:
Saturday 12th October 2024, 10am - 6pm (by appointment only)
Sunday 13th October 2024, 10am - 6pm (by appointment only)
All auditionees who require a call back will be notified by Tuesday 15th October 2024. Call backs will be on Wednesday 16th October, 7:00pm & 9:00pm.
You need to arrive 10 minutes before your designated time and quietly take your place and wait for us to call your name. A photo may be taken of you at your audition, this is to compare heights when casting. Bring water.
Song – All persons auditioning can sing a song of their own choice, please choose a song you feel comfortable singing which is appropriate for the character. You can sing with accompaniment (bring your own music on a USB) or you can choose to sing Acapella (no accompaniment).
Dance - All persons auditioning must present a learnt choreography item, there is a beginner’s video and advance video.
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Dialogue - You will be given an extract from the script to read at the auditions. These will be available in the foyer on arrival at your audition, so if you require more time to become familiar with the text, then we advise arriving earlier to your audition. This does not need to be memorised, it is just a good sign if you are familiar with the text.
AUDITION PANEL
The audition panel will consist of the Director, Music Director, Choreographer, Production Manager, and a Roo Theatre Committee member.
The audition panel will consist of the Director, Music Director, Choreographer, Production Manager, and a Roo Theatre Committee member.
CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS
Ariel (F) – age 16+ - Principal Girl. The Little Mermaid.
Persil (M) – age 40+ - Dame. Ariel’s sister. The big mermaid.
Queen Neptuna (F) – age 30+ - Newly coronated Queen of Atlantis.
Thermidor (M/F) – age 25+ - Comic. A bright red lobster.
Prince Finn (M/F) – age 16+ - Principal Boy. Heir to the throne of the mainland.
Admiral C. Weed (M/F) – age 30+ - Admiral of the royal Navy. Prince Finn’s confidant.
Octavia (M/F) – age 30+ - Evil Sea witch. Neptuna’s sister.
Davy (M/F) – age 14+ - Octavia’s hapless hench-fish.
Jones (M/F) – age 14+ - Octavia’s other hapless hench-fish.
Mother of Pearl (M/F) – age 40+ - The magical spirit that looks after seafarers and dwellers.
Pearl (M/F) – age 16+ - The next spirit of the ocean. Excitable and cheeky.
Supporting Roles (M/F) - all ages 10+
Company Roles (Ensemble) – all ages 10+
Ariel (F) – age 16+ - Principal Girl. The Little Mermaid.
Persil (M) – age 40+ - Dame. Ariel’s sister. The big mermaid.
Queen Neptuna (F) – age 30+ - Newly coronated Queen of Atlantis.
Thermidor (M/F) – age 25+ - Comic. A bright red lobster.
Prince Finn (M/F) – age 16+ - Principal Boy. Heir to the throne of the mainland.
Admiral C. Weed (M/F) – age 30+ - Admiral of the royal Navy. Prince Finn’s confidant.
Octavia (M/F) – age 30+ - Evil Sea witch. Neptuna’s sister.
Davy (M/F) – age 14+ - Octavia’s hapless hench-fish.
Jones (M/F) – age 14+ - Octavia’s other hapless hench-fish.
Mother of Pearl (M/F) – age 40+ - The magical spirit that looks after seafarers and dwellers.
Pearl (M/F) – age 16+ - The next spirit of the ocean. Excitable and cheeky.
Supporting Roles (M/F) - all ages 10+
- Citizen 1
- Citizen 2
- Citizen 3
- Citizen 4
- Citizen 5
- John Dory
- Hally Butt
- Mac Erol
- Herr Ring
- Sailor Number 5
- Staff 1
- Staff 2
Company Roles (Ensemble) – all ages 10+
- Citizens of Atlantis
- Royal Navy Sailors
- Members of the Prince’s Court
HOUSE RULES
a. All cast, crew and any helpers backstage in any capacity aged 18 & over are require a current Working with Children Check. The volunteers one is free and can be obtained at: https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application
b. All successful cast must become financial members of the Roo Theatre Company by the third rehearsal.
c. If you are unable to make a rehearsal, you must contact the production manager prior. If no contact is made more than 3 times, your role in this production will be replaced.
d. An orientation of the theatre will be conducted at the time of read through.
e. Community theatre is about chipping in and lending a hand – so cast often have to involve themselves in tedious tasks such as cleaning, painting, set building. Please understand that many hands make light work, so if you are asked to assist and you are free, please do.
f. The performance dates are listed in this information guide, if you cannot make a performance, and be at every rehearsal during production week, please do not audition.
a. All cast, crew and any helpers backstage in any capacity aged 18 & over are require a current Working with Children Check. The volunteers one is free and can be obtained at: https://wwccheck.ccyp.nsw.gov.au/Applicants/Application
b. All successful cast must become financial members of the Roo Theatre Company by the third rehearsal.
c. If you are unable to make a rehearsal, you must contact the production manager prior. If no contact is made more than 3 times, your role in this production will be replaced.
d. An orientation of the theatre will be conducted at the time of read through.
e. Community theatre is about chipping in and lending a hand – so cast often have to involve themselves in tedious tasks such as cleaning, painting, set building. Please understand that many hands make light work, so if you are asked to assist and you are free, please do.
f. The performance dates are listed in this information guide, if you cannot make a performance, and be at every rehearsal during production week, please do not audition.