We're delighted to partner with MTI and DreamWorks Theatricals on another pilot production!
Music and Lyrics by WICKED composer Stephen Schwartz
Book by Philip LaZebnik
Based on the DreamWorks Animation Film
The Prince of Egypt explores the unbreakable bond between two brothers, Moses and Ramses, as their lives are dramatically altered by revelations of identity and purpose. Set against the backdrop of ancient Egypt, this emotional journey delves into the heart-wrenching conflict between familial love and justice. As Moses fights for freedom and Ramses clings to tradition, they both struggle with personal transformation, the weight of leadership, and the power of compassion. With unforgettable music by Stephen Schwartz, this inspiring tale of courage and brotherhood reminds us that the greatest battles are often fought within.
Seeking performers ages 12-18 with select roles for ages 5-12.
WHO
We're looking for performers ages 12 -18, with select roles for ages 5-12 to help bring this production to life! All roles are open to performers of all backgrounds and identities. We aim to cultivate a diverse and inclusive community both onstage and off.
WHERE
All rehearsals and performances will be held at JCC Metrowest: 760 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ.
WHAT TO PREPARE
Auditioners are welcome to prepare a brief song of their choosing (1 minute or less) that shows vocal range and personality. Please bring clearly marked sheet music (in a binder) for our accompanist.
You are also welcome to sing one of the options provided below!
WHEN
Auditions :
March 4 and 5
Callbacks:
March 8 and 9 (by invitation)
Rehearsals:Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays beginning March 23
Not everyone will be called for every rehearsal and not everyone will be called for the full duration of each rehearsal. Some roles may be double cast.
Tech:
May 4-8
Performances:May 9-18
Can't attend auditions?
For those unable to attend in person auditions, video auditions will be accepted up until Wednesday, March 5 at 9:00pm. Click HERE for video instructions.
Participation Fee
There will be a participation of $595
Includes: 60+ hours of instruction, professional production photos, and a chance to be a part of a fully staged, brand-new fully designed musical.
We will never turn a performer away due to financial need. If cost is a prohibitive factor for you, please let us know this on your form and we will work with you to discuss scholarship and payment plan options available as needed.
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A note
on casting
From the very beginning of working on The Prince of Egypt theatrical musical, we wanted to tell a universal story that spans all racial and ethnic divides, and so we always felt it was important to have a diverse cast whenever possible. In the various productions up to date, we have had a Sri Lankan Moses, a Filipino Tzipporah, a Palestinian Tzipporah, a black Ramses, a Chinese Keturah, and countless other permutations. The point is that anyone, no matter what their background, can play any role. In many productions, our diverse casts have tripled as Egyptians, Hebrews and Midianites. And in all our productions, we have found that audiences have wholeheartedly embraced and enjoyed this idea of inclusion. That’s a central message of The Prince of Egypt: in the end, when we strip away the circumstances of our birth and upbringing, we are all the same as members of the human race. We hope you will embrace this universal story and make it your own, bringing the musical and the message to your own community.
- Philip LaZebnik and Stephen Schwartz
Role Breakdown
As indicated above, all roles are open to performers of all backgrounds.
Roles for Teens
Moses: Playful but with a soulful core. He begins the show as a devil-may-care young man, a bit of a clown, secure in his privileged identity as a prince of Egypt. After his devastating discovery that he was born a slave, he grows into a strong and compassionate leader of the Hebrew people.
Ramses: A prince of Egypt, heir to the throne. He loves his brother Moses, but is also quite competitive with him, since Moses's winning personality continually puts him in the shade. His father expects a great deal from him as the future Pharoah and he is wracked by self-doubt. He ultimately becomes a great leader of the Egyptians.
Yocheved: Moses's Hebrew mother. She sets her son afloat in a basket on the Nile in order to save him from the Egyptian soldiers.
Tuya: Regal, wise, deeply loving. She always wanted another son after Ramses was born and believes Moses was a gift from the gods. She changes from being a vibrant, clever, and playful woman to a broken creature devastated by the loss of her adopted son.
Seti: The Pharoah of Egypt. Commanding, carries himself with dignity and authority. He loves his sons deeply but he loves Egypt more and everything he does is to protect and preserve his country.
Hotep: The High Priest of Egypt. though pompous and self-important, he is deeply committed to the ancient gods of Egypt and above all fears the heresy of the one god which brought down the previous dynasty. He despises Moses for his lack of reverence and seeks to preserve the Egyptian hierarchy at all costs.
Tzipporah: A Midian princess, fiery and rebellious. She is full of spirit and strength and wants nothing more than for her people to be free. Deeply committed to her family and eventually to her love for Moses.
Miriam: Moses's Hebrew sister. Devout, unswerving, simple-hearted, optimistic. She believes in God and in Moses as the Deliverer and never wavers in her faith in both.
Roles for Teens (Continued)
Aaron: Moses's Hebrew brother. Intellectual, sardonic, skeptical, funny. He has reached an accommodation with his life as a slave and makes a joke of everything to diminish the pain. He is the last to believe in Moses but once he is convinced, he becomes his most loyal follower.
Nefartiti: Ramses's wife and his Queen of Egypt. Imperious and haughty. Scion of an ancient royal family, she is keenly aware of her position and her importance to the dynasty. She is supremely self-confident and looks down upon Ramses as a member of an upstart family.
Jethro: The High Priest of Midian and Tzipporah's father. A powerful, wise presence, exuding a joy of life and a deep empathy for others. Full of love and buoyancy with a deep spiritual center.
Featured Roles: Solo speaking and/or singing lines
Ensemble: Hebrew Slaves, Egyptians, Midianites, Mourners, Priests, Soldiers
Roles for Youth Performers
Young Miriam: Moses's Hebrew sister as a child
Young Aaron: Moses's Hebrew brother as a child.
Leah: One of Tzipporah's younger sisters. Feisty and willing to fight when threatened.
Keturah: One of Tzipporah's younger sisters. Feisty and willing to fight when threatened.
Sarah: Young Hebrew Girl
Featured Roles: Solo speaking and/or singing lines
Ensemble: Hebrew Slaves, Egyptians, Midianites, Mourners
What is a pilot production?
We are thrilled to work directly with Music Theatre International and the creators of this musical to help develop this new adaptation. Once a new adaptation is written and workshopped, MTI then selects a limited number of groups to produce the show to make sure everything is perfect before getting released into the licensing catalog. Cast members in these productions get to originate roles in this new version, perform for the MTI executive team and the creative team, and play an important part in guiding the future of this title!
The Prince of Egypt, JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).