A BRAND NEW PILOT PRODUCTION

We are thrilled to be working directly with Disney Theatricals to adapt this beloved story into a 30 minute version for young performers!

WHO

We're seeking performers ages 5-14 to help bring this brand new show to life!

WHAT

Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.

WHERE

All rehearsals and performances will be held at JCC Metrowest: 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ.

WHAT TO PREPARE

Scroll on down to Audition Materials or click here.

WHEN

VIRTUAL Auditions :

Virtual Submissions Due Sunday, April 21

Callbacks (by invitation):

Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28

Rehearsals:

Monday-Friday July 15-26 9:00-3:00

Performances:

July 26-28

Audition Materials

Please select one of the songs from the link below OR a song of your choice for your video submission

Once you are ready to film, please follow the instructions below:

Set up your camera horizontally so that we can see you from the waist up. Try to find as neutral a background as possible and make sure that we are able to see you clearly.
Begin with a slate (Hi, my name is _________ and I will be performing ___________)
Begin your accompaniment track and perform your audition!
Once you are happy with your tape, please upload it to YouTube.com as an unlisted link and add the link to your audition form.

Audition Materials

Character Breakdown

All roles are open to performers of all backgrounds and identities unless specifically stated. We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community both onstage and off.

Ariel – A mermaid and King Triton's youngest daughter. She is obsessed with everything about the human world, and dreams of becoming a part of life above the water. Hardheaded, naive, and emotional, but also kind hearted.

Prince Eric – A human monarch who has no interest in taking the crown. A handsome, affable lad with a buoyant, adventurous nature. After Ariel saves his life, he becomes obsessed with finding her and hearing her voice once more.

Grimsby – Prince Eric's British guardian. Droll, stuffy, and constantly urging Eric towards his royal duties, specifically marriage.

Flounder – A fish who considers Ariel his best friend. Rambunctious but cautious, fearful of the dangers that lurk in and above the water.

Scuttle – A disheveled seagull and expert in human artifacts. Loudmouthed, optimistic, and a bit ignorant, despite his supposed expertise.

King Triton – King of the Sea and Ariel's father. Beneath his imposing presence and commanding nature lurks a harried single father who will do anything to protect his daughters. The death of his wife has also given him an irrational fear of humans.

Sebastian – A crab and advisor to King Triton. A musical virtuoso who is constantly distraught from keeping after Ariel. Despite his paranoia, he can't bring himself to stand in Ariel's way.

Flotsam – An eel and one of Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, he will say anything you want or need to hear.

Jetsam – An eel and one of Ursula's lackeys. Oily and spineless, he will say anything you want or need to hear.

Ursula – The banished Sea Witch and sister of King Triton. Supposedly spurned at childhood, she will use whatever method necessary to steal the kingdom and claim it as her own. Malevolent, calculating, and deceptive.

Chef Louis – The French palace chef, diabolical and violent. A culinary perfectionist with an affinity for blades, seafood in particular.

Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana) – Ariel’s sisters

Ensemble – Crew Members (Pilot, Sailors); Sea Creatures; Gulls; Maids; Chefs; Animals; Princesses