Explore the big blue world with this lively new stage musical based on the beloved Pixar film!
WHEN:
July 8th, 2023
Vocal Audition: 9:00 am-1:00 pm (*Please follow the signup genius link below to reserve your slot.*)
Dance Call Audition: 2:00 pm
Callbacks: (*By invitation only*) 4:00 pm
WHERE:
New Discovery Church
91 Vinson Road
Hernando, MS 38632
WHO:
Ages 8-18
WHAT TO PREPARE:
Please prepare 32 bars (30-60 seconds) of one of the songs provided below for your vocal audition. We highly suggest choosing a song performed by your desired character(s) that will demonstrate your best acting and vocal ability. Keep in mind, each auditioner will be singing with our instrumental/karaoke tracks at auditions. So the more you have the lyrics to your audition song memorized the better off you will be. You can sign up for an vocal audition slot here:
VOCAL AUDITION SIGN UP
NEMO- “That’s My Dad”
“That’s My Dad” Instrumental Track
MARLIN- “Big Blue World Part 2”
“Big Blue World Part 2” Sheet Music
“Big Blue World Part 2” Vocal Track
“Big Blue World Part 2” Instrumental Track
DORY- “Just Keep Swimming Part 1”
“Just Keep Swimming Part 1” Sheet Music
“Just Keep Swimming Part 1” Vocal Track
“Just Keep Swimming Part 1” Instrumental Track
TANK GANG- “We Swim Together”
“We Swim Together” Sheet Music
“We Swim Together” Vocal Track
“We Swim Together” Instrumental Track
BRUCE, CHUM, ANCHOR- “Fish Are Friends Not Food”
“Fish Are Friends Not Food” Sheet Music
“Fish Are Friends Not Food” Vocal Track
“Fish Are Friends Not Food” Instrumental Track
CRUSH, SEA TURTLES- “Go With The Flow”
“Go With The Flow” Sheet Music
“Go With The Flow” Vocal Track
“Go With The Flow” Instrumental Track
PROF. RAY, SEA CHORUS, REEF KIDS, ENSEMBLE- “Big Blue World Part 2”
“Big Blue World Part 2” Sheet Music
“Big Blue World Part 2” Vocal Track
“Big Blue World Part 2” Instrumental Track
WHAT TO BRING:
Please bring an 8×10 headshot and resume stapled. If you do not have a headshot, please bring a current photo. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for the movement call. No sandals or flip flops. Bring a completed audition form. You can find this form at the bottom of this page.
If you are unable to attend auditions on July 8th, you may submit a video audition. All video submissions must be received by 12:00 PM CST on Friday, July 8th. Please include a 30-60 second performance of one of the previously listed audition songs. Once you are ready to submit, be sure to include your video audition, headshot, resume and completed audition form. Send all materials to [email protected].
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN:
NEMO
A curious young clown fish who brims with excitement to explore the wonders that lie beyond the Great Barrier Reef. Born with a “lucky fin” – or what humans would call a limb difference
Nemo quickly learns that the world possesses incredible dangers in addition to the promise of big adventures. By making new friends, finding strength within, and practicing teamwork, Nemo transforms into a capable and brave leader, able to self-advocate and take on challenges big and small.
Gender: any
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: C4
MARLIN
An anxious clownfish and Nemo’s overprotective father, who, after the tragic death of his wife Coral, prefers the safety of his anemone to the frightening unknowns of the open ocean. Forced to travel across the sea in search of Nemo, Marlin develops the courage to face the unpredictable ocean and the wisdom to trust others – including his own kid.
Gender: male
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: C4
DORY
An optimistic and bubbly blue tang, experiences frequent short-term memory loss and finds herself wandering through the ocean with no place to call home. Sparking friendships with whomever she meets, Dory immediately offers to help Marlin find his lost child, and the two set out on an adventurous journey through the ocean. Along the way, Dory’s kindness and bright spirit ease Marlin’s fears, and the unlikely duo finds comfort and family in each other.
Gender: female
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: B3
CORAL
A loving mother-to-be clownfish, married to Marlin, who will stop at nothing to protect her eggs.
Gender: female
SEA CHORUS
Functions as the general ensemble, creating the environment of the play and becoming the characters that Marlin and Dory interact with on their journey to Sydney. They will also help with the transitions from the Ocean to the Aquarium Tank. Roles include: Angelfish, Damsel fish, Barracuda, Moonfish 1-6, Jellyfish, Sea Turtles, Grouper, Lobsters (1 & 2), Octopuses (1 & 2), Electric Eels (1 & 2), & Seahorses (1 & 2).
Gender: any
REEF KIDS
Nemo’s classmates. Roles include:
Pearl, a friendly flapjack octopus who is, quick to befriend Nemo.
Sheldon, an H2O-intolerant seahorse with an appetite for trouble who taunts Nemo to swim beyond the reef.
Tad, a self-admittedly obnoxious butterfly fish who joins Sheldon in encouraging Nemo to swim past the Drop-Off.
Gender: any
REEF PARENTS
Roles include: Sheldon’s Parent, Pearl’s Parent, and Tad’s Parent
Gender: any
PROFESSOR RAY
A stingray and Nemo’s enthusiastic teacher, takes pride in sharing the curiosities and marvels of the world with the class and encourages every student to be a brave explorer.
Gender: any
SCUBA MASK DANCER
A performer responsible for floating the diver’s mask through the water whenever it appears onstage.
Gender: any
BRUCE
An intimidating great white shark, is the sharks’ ringleader. Despite Bruce’s best efforts to adopt a vegetarian diet, Bruce loses control and is sent into a frenzy, threatening to devour every fish in sight. Part of the Sharks.
Gender: any
CHUM AND ANCHOR
Two of Bruce’s shark friends, try to live vegetarian lifestyles but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of- control Bruce from eating innocent fish. Part of The Sharks.
Gender: any
BUBBLES
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A yellow tang who is captivated by bubbles, is the first to welcome Nemo to the tank. This friendly fish exclusively uses the word “bubbles” to communicate.
Gender: any
BLOAT
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. An open-minded and supportive blowfish, is proud to be part of the Tank Gang family and helps keep everyone’s spirits up, even when things seem bleak.
Gender: any
GURGLE
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. Frightened of strangers and the germs they carry with them, is a royal gramma who enjoys the safety and regulated cleanliness of the tank.
Gender: any
PEACH
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A mature and down-to-earth starfish, offers guidance and reassurance to all those who need it.
Gender: any
GILL
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A relentless and inspiring leader who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. This Moorish idol fish believes in the Tank Gang and concocts countless plans to bust them out of the aquarium. Gill is the first fish Nemo has ever met with a similar “fin difference,” quickly becoming a mentor and inspiration for the young clownfish.
Gender: any
NIGEL
A sharp-eyed pelican, Nigel is the Tank Gang’s feathered friend and only connection to the outside world. This bird is someone you can count on to know all the latest news on the happenings of Sydney Harbor.
Gender: any
SEAGULLS
Are a pesky group of birds who persistently try to snatch an unlucky VACATIONER’s snack on the boardwalk.
Gender: any
SEA TURTLES & TURTLE KIDS
Righteously mellow creatures featured in “Go with the Flow.” Roles include: Crush, Squirt, Kai, and Breeze.
CRUSH
A 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose, teaches Marlin a thing or two about being a good parent. Look for a strong singer who can confidently belt “Go with the Flow” to make it a truly radical jam.
SQUIRT
offspring of Crush, fearlessly twirls through turbulent waters of the ocean and enjoys trying out cool new moves in the high-speed EAC.
KAI AND BREEZE
each have individual singing solos in “Go with the Flow”.
Gender: any
AUDITION FORM
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