BACKSTAGE PERFORMING ARTS
AUDITION NOTICE
AUDITION CLINIC - AUGUST 14TH 11:00-11:30AM
CLASSES START- August 23rd
AUDITIONS - AUGUST 30TH
CALLBACKS- SEPTEMBER 1ST @ 6:10PM (by invitation only)
REHEARSALS- SEPTEMBER-Jan 7th, Mondays/Wednesdays 6:10-9:00pm
PERFORMANCES- January 8, 10, 12, 14, 15, 19, 21, 22 (2022)
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
AUDITIONS FOR ROLES
Auditions are open to all performers between the grades 7th-12th
Rehearsals will be held Mondays/Wednesdays 6:10-9:00pm. Not everyone will be called to every rehearsal.
Bring ALL conflicts from Sept 1st-Jan 22nd, any conflicts not included at the time of audition will not be honored.
If you cannot attend auditions or callbacks contact us and we will schedule another time for you.
Bring a headshot and resume to auditions
Come prepared to sing 1 minute of a broadway song or a stylistically appropriate song to fit a character from the show.
An accompanist will not be provided, please bring a karaoke track, no tracks with vocals.
Auditions will take place at the studio located at 803 North 1250 West #4, Centerville, Utah, 84014
AUDITIONS FOR JACK
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Auditions for Jack is open to performers 10+
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Those who wish to audition for this part should prepare the last 30 seconds of "Giants in the Sky" (Jack) and email Backstage to receive an audition time.
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NOT EVERYONE WHO AUDITIONS FOR THIS ROLE UNDER THE AGE OF A 7TH GRADER WILL BE CAST
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If you are cast, you will need to register for "Into the Woods Only."
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This character will not be required to attend every rehearsal
CALLBACKS
Additional Callbacks will be held after by invitation only Wednesday, Sept. 1st beginning at 6:10pm. To help you prepare for Callbacks ahead of time, familiarize yourself with the Broadway Recording of Into the Woods.
COST
1. TRIPLE THREAT TRAINING & SHOWS: $137/mo.+ $53 Costume Rental Fee (per semester) + $40 New Student Reg. Fee
OR
2. INTO THE WOODS ONLY: $83/mo. + $53 Costume Rental Fee + $40 New Student Reg. Fee
To view the details/difference of these programs click here
Performers will be required to provide:
Girls: Tan leotard, black dance shorts, specific shoes for performances
Boys: White or Black tank top, compression shorts & specific boots for performances
HOW TO SIGN UP
1. Click any "register" button on website, or if you are a returning student go to your parent portal
2. Register for "TRIPLE THREAT TRAINING & SHOWS" or "INTO THE WOODS ONLY"
3. We will email you 1-2 weeks before auditions to choose an audition time
Everyone who registers will be cast in the production
If you have any questions, please email us. backstageperformingartsutah@gmail.com
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
NARRATOR
An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience.
THE BAKER
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
THE BAKER'S WIFE
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
CINDERELLA
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
JACK
The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
JACK'S MOTHER
Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
LITTLE RED RIDINGHOOD
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-wited, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
THE WITCH
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
WOLF
Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
RAPUNZEL
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
RAPUNZEL'S PRINCE
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor
CINDERELLA'S PRINCE
Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
CINDERELLA'S STEPMOTHER
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella
FLORINDA AND LUCINDA
Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
CINDERELLA'S MOTHER
Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
MYSTERIOUS MAN
A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
GIANT
Voiceover. The Giant's wife is an angry and vengeful 'monster.' She is seeking restitution for her loss.
SONG LIST
Into the Woods
Cinderella at the Grave
Hello, Little Girl
I Guess This Is Goodbye
Maybe They're Magic
Our Little World
I Know Things Now
A Very Nice Prince
First Midnight
Giants in the Sky
Agony
A Very Nice Prince (Reprise)
It Takes Two
Stay With Me
On the Steps of the Palace
Ever After
So Happy
Agony (Reprise)
Lament
Any Moment
Moment in the Woods
Your Fault
The Last Midnight
No More
No One is Alone
Children with Listen