Into the Woods Jr. Audition Announcement!!

The Branson Regional Arts Council announces open auditions for its 2025 production of Into the Woods Jr.

Directed by Ellie Munn, Assistant Directed & Choreographed by Melinda Prince, Music Direction by Julie Brinkman

Auditions will be held at the Historic Owen Theatre (205 S. Commercial St., Branson, MO 65616).
Initial Auditions will take place Saturday, March 8th from 2-4pm and welcomes auditionees ages 8-18.

WHAT TO BRING: Those auditioning are asked to bring a cut of a musical theatre song, no longer than a minute, in the style of the show. Songs from the show are acceptable and are even preferred! Bring your own music track (a karaoke or instrumental track,please) to connect to a Bluetooth speaker. No accompanist will be available. Auditionees are asked to stay after
their vocal audition for a dance call audition.

Callbacks (if needed) will take place Sunday, March 9th from 1-3pm. Those called back will receive scenes & songs to prepare by Saturday night and/or shortly after auditions. If you have any questions, please call: 417-336-4255 or edu@bransonarts.org

Accepting video submissions for those unavailable for in person auditions. Email: elmunn24@gmail.com and put “Into the Woods Audition, [insert auditionee’s name]” in the subject line.

IMPORTANT DATES:
● Rehearsals will take place on Saturday afternoons from 1-4pm starting on March 15th through April 12th. Rehearsals will resume on Saturday mornings from 9am-noon on May 3rd-May 24th. Not all of these rehearsals may require the entire cast to be present.
● Mandatory Rehearsals are the final two weeks leading up to the production and are:
○ May 27th-May 30th: noon-4pm
○ June 2nd-5th: 5pm-9pm
● Performance dates at the Historic Owen theatre are:
○ June 6th at 7pm
○ June 7th at 2pm & 7pm
○ June 8th at 2pm

ROLE BREAKDOWNS:
NOTE: Due to the nature of the show, the production team may choose to give an actor multiple of the following roles depending on the results of auditions and callbacks.

Baker’s Wife (Lead) – Female. The Baker’s Wife is a strong, determined and loving woman whose desire to have a child drives the action of the whole show. Her storyline helps tie all the characters’ storylines together. Requires a strong performer with excellent singing and acting abilities, as well as a good sense of comedic timing.
Vocal Range: A3-E5

Baker (Lead) – Male. The Baker is a good-hearted, likeable person who believes he can take on the Witch’s curse all by himself. At first, this confidence and his desire to have a child drives him, but he soon learns he needs his wife’s help to accomplish the goal. Requires an excellent actor and singer who is both personable and capable of portraying the Baker’s strength of
conviction. Vocal Range: A3-F#5

Narrator (Lead) – Male or Female. The narrator is the storyteller who speaks directly to the audience. This character helps control the pacing of the show and always needs to be ready for their next entrance, as they pop in and out throughout the story. Needs great charisma, diction, and sense of pacing for this large speaking role with minimal singing. Vocal Range: Bb3-D4

Witch (Lead) – Female. The Witch is an ancient, mysterious and manipulative woman who will do anything possible to regain her beauty and protect Rapunzel. While she may seem old and haggard, she still has the strength to control other people. This role is perfect for a good character actress and singer who can physically and vocally portray the complexities of the role.
Needs a great sense of musical timing. Vocal Range: C4-C5.

Jack (Lead) – Male or Female. Jack is an energetic young man who is always looking for an adventure. He begins this show as a simple little boy (his best friend is a cow), but by the end of the show he learns a few valuable lessons. Requires an excellent singer and actor who can show a great range of emotions in this demanding role. Vocal Range: A3-E5

Cinderella (Lead) – Female. Cinderella is a simple peasant girl whose one wish is to go to the Festival. Unfortunately, when her wish comes true she learns that wishes sometimes come with consequences. Cinderella’s inner beauty always shines through her sometimes clumsy and awkward exterior. Needs a great singer and actor who is charming while maintaining a sense of
humor. Vocal Range: A3-G5

Jack’s Mother (Supporting) – Female. Raising a son and running a farm all by herself has made Jack’s Mother a bit frazzled and most definitely overworked. Great role for a character actress with solid comic timing and good singing skills. Vocal Range: Bb3-D5

Little Red Riding Hood (Supporting) – Female. She starts the show as a loud, bratty, pushy, glutton who happily manipulates people and situations to get her way. Eventually, she learns some valuable lessons and softens around the edges. Needs a loud, powerful voice and a strong sense of musicality (her songs are often rhythmically challenging). Vocal Range:
Bb3-Eb5

Rapunzel – Female. Rapunzel has been stuck in a tower for the majority of her life. Finally, she stands up to the Witch in order to get out to see the world. This role requires an excellent soprano singer. Vocal Range: G4-F#5

Wolf – Male or Female. The Wolf is a sly and dangerous character intently focused on attacking Little Red Ridinghood. Must have great physicality to portray the animal-nature of the wolf while remaining standing on two legs. Dancing required. Vocal Range: Bb3-D5

Cinderella’s Prince – Male. Cinderella’s Prince is a conceited man who adamantly pursues Cinderella and can’t take no for an answer. When not chasing her, he is trying to show up Rapunzel’s Prince. This role requires a good singer and actor who can portray arrogance while still being likeable. Vocal Range: B3-D5

Steward – Male or Female. The Steward is the servant of Cinderella’s Prince. He is dependable and willing to do whatever Cinderella’s Prince asks. Vocal Range: C4-D5

Rapunzel’s Prince – Male. Rapunzel’s Prince is the pompous and arrogant brother of Cinderella’s Prince. Sibling rivalry runs rampant between the brothers, including each brother’s belief that his lady love is the most beautiful. Requires a strong singer who can portray
confidence both physically and vocally. Vocal Range: B3-D5

Florinda and Lucinda – Female. Cinderella’s Stepsisters are spoiled brats who care only about themselves and marrying Cinderella’s Prince. Need two actresses who work well together and are able to portray their cattiness in a bold and comical way. Vocal Range: C4-G4

Cinderella’s Stepmother – Female. Cinderella’s Stepmother is a mean, evil woman who only cares about her birth children, daughters Florinda and Lucinda. She has a strong distaste for Cinderella while also showering as well as showering love on her own spoiled daughters. Vocal Range: G3-D5

Cinderella’s Father – Male. Cinderella’s Father will not win any Father-of-the-Year awards. He doesn’t care about his daughter’s well-being or her actions. Non-singing. Cinderella’s Mother – Female. The spirit of Cinderella’s Mother comforts Cinderella in her one
short song. She needs a strong, pleasant voice. Vocal Range: D4-D5

Granny – Female. Granny is a feisty woman who is not afraid to fight the Wolf face to face. Requires someone who is willing to make strong choices. Non-singing.

Mysterious Man – Male. Just like the name suggests, this is one mysterious man. Everything he does is to help the Baker, but he does not explain his motives until the last moment. He is an engaging, and quirky character and needs clear enunciation to communicate sometimes confusing lines. Non-singing.

Milky-White – Male or Female. Milky-White is Jack’s cow who is very underfed and has stopped giving milk. Jack’s Mother makes him take it to market, but it turns out Milk-White is crucial to the plot of the story. Requires expressive physicality to portray an animal while not being distracting. (Depending on auditions, we may just have this character be a prop)

Branson Regional Arts Council

The Branson Regional Arts Council was founded in 1965 as the “Taney Arts Council,” and officially established 501 (c)(3) non-profit status as “Branson Arts Council, Inc.” in 1993.

Our mission is “to create exceptional artistic, cultural and educational opportunities for our community.”

Financial support  is provided by BRAC members, theatre patrons, private donors, as well as additional grant support from  the Missouri Arts Council and other organizations.

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