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Join our community of passionate artists. Check below for upcoming casting calls and audition requirements.
Season Casting Calls
Directed by Julian Deleon
Music direction by Jordan Harper
Choreography by Katie Hilliger Page
Roles Available: All roles are open.
Performance Dates: May 15 - 30, 2026.
Callbacks: by invitation only.
Synopsis: When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.
There is no need to bring a headshot or an acting resume. If you have any previous experience you may include it on your audition form, though no experience is required.
Actors will need to prepare 16 measures of their best vocal material, preferably 80s pop genre. Bring a karaoke track with no vocals. No a cappella vocal auditions please. Come prepared to move. Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes (running shoes are acceptable). All ethnicities (ages 16+) are encouraged to audition. This aidtion does not require a monolgue.
Ren McCormack: Male, 18-25. Tenor. Energetic, emotional, rebellious, likable; emotes his pain through quirky sarcasm and dance; strong dancer.
Reverend Shaw Moore: Male, 35-55. Baritone. The powerful, traditional local church leader; strict, stern, and solemn, still struggling with the death of his son.
Ariel Moore: Female, 18-25. Mezzo-Pop. Smart, a bit of the bad girl with an edge, sweet, the rebellious minister’s daughter; the role requires a strong belt and must be a strong singer/dancer.
Vi Moore: Female, 30-50. Soprano. Reverend Moore’s loving, supportive, resilient wife.
Rusty: Female, 18-25. Great soprano/pop voice. Ariel’s friend; is a bit scatterbrained, sweet, fun, and knows everything about everything; the role requires a strong belt, strong comedic timing, and dance.
Willard Hewitt: Male, 18-25. Tenor. A simple country bumpkin with a warm heart and a big smile; comedic timing and dance are a must.
Ethel McCormack: Female, 35-45. Soprano. Ren’s mother; had a tough go, just trying to make it…would do anything for her son.
Chuck Cranston: Male, 18-25. Tenor. The local bad boy and Ariel’s boyfriend.
Urleen: Female, 18+. Mezzo/Alto. Ariel’s friend; the smart one of the group; the role requires a strong belt, comedic timing, and dance.
Wendy Jo: Female, 18-25. Mezzo. Ariel’s friend; strong belt, comedic timing, and dance required.
Ensemble (Chorus / Ensemble): Males & Females, 18-70. Townspeople, and students; need strong character people (all age ranges) for many roles (listed below); teenage through adults; chorus singing, dancing parts; all teens dance, and all adults dance at the prom.
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