Title: Ride the Cyclone
Presented By: Vox Theatre Arts & Phoenix Ensemble After Dark
Genre: Musical
Synopsis: In this hilarious and exhilarating story, the lives of six teenagers from a Canadian chamber choir are cut short in a freak accident aboard a roller coaster. When they awake in limbo, a mechanical fortune teller invites each to tell a story to win a prize like no other—the chance to return to life. Bursting with witty, memorable songs and featuring some of the most compelling characters in modern musical theatre, this remarkable show makes a uniquely uplifting and deeply funny case for what makes a life worth living. This bold, genre-spanning production will debut as the Queensland premiere.
Audition Details
Audition Date:
Submissions Due: Friday, 21 February 2025 (by 5pm)
In-Person Auditions: Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 February 2025
Dance Call: Saturday 22nd February at 11:30 AM or Sunday 23rd February at 10:30 AM
Callback Workshop: Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Audition Locations:
29 Cremin Street, Upper Mount Gravatt
Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds
Note: Video auditions are not currently available but may be opened if in-person spaces reach capacity.
Audition Requirements:
All auditions are by appointment only; auditionees MUST register for an individual private session and a group dance call.
Prepare two contrasting songs in the style of the show that showcase your vocal ability (16-32 bars / 30-60 seconds each). No songs from the show.
Prepare the monologue(s) provided in the audition pack for your chosen character(s).
If auditioning for multiple characters, select contrasting styles that highlight their traits:
Jane: One coloratura and one contemporary ballad (soprano focus)
Ocean: One pop style and one musical theatre style demonstrating melisma, pop techniques, and mixed belt (mezzo focus)
Constance: One pop style and one musical theatre style (alto/mezzo focus)
Mischa: One R&B/rap style and one musical theatre ballad (baritone/tenor focus)
Ricky: One pop upbeat and one ballad (musical theatre or pop) demonstrating "Bowie" elements (tenor focus)
Noel: One musical theatre upbeat and one jazz/pop musical theatre ballad with tenor/high tenor elements (tenor focus)
No piano accompaniment will be provided. Bring a backing track on a device with Bluetooth or AUX connectivity (bring an adapter if needed).
All auditionees must participate in a group dance call. Choreography will be taught on the day and presented in small groups.
Arrive warmed up both vocally and physically.
Audition Registration & Pack
Audition Registration: Click Here
Audition Pack: Download Here
For assistance or questions, contact: info@voxtheatrearts.com
Key Dates:
Callbacks: Tuesday, 25 February 2025
Offers & Outcomes: Wednesday 26 & Thursday 27 February 2025
First Rehearsal: Sunday, 2 March 2025
Rehearsal Schedule:
Tuesdays: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Thursdays: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Sundays: 10:00am – 2:00pm
Photoshoot 1: Sunday, 9 March 2025
Photoshoot 2: Sunday, 16 March 2025
Start of Tech Process: Saturday, 24 May 2025 (Full cast & crew required; additional rehearsals may be scheduled during this period)
Performance Dates: Friday, 6 June - Saturday, 14 June 2025 at Phoenix Ensemble
Additional Information
Required Age: 18+ (All performers must be 18 by performance dates)
Content Notes: Contains mature themes, onstage intimacy, and strong language.
Casting Policy: Vox Theatre Arts encourages applications from performers of all cultural, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, and neurodivergences. While character gender identities are fixed, we advocate for non-traditional casting.
Production Website: Vox Theatre Arts Auditions
Available Roles
Ocean O’Connell Rosenberg
Vocal Range: Soprano (B3–E5)
Presenting Gender: Female
The "Most Successful Girl in Town"—a brilliant go-getter (or chronic over-achiever, depending on who you ask).
Noel Gruber
Vocal Range: Baritone/Tenor (G2–G4)
Presenting Gender: Male
The "Most Romantic Boy in Town," longing for a life of glamour beyond Saskatchewan.
Note: Onstage kiss with Mischa.
Mischa Bachinski
Vocal Range: Baritone/Rap (A2–G4)
Presenting Gender: Male
The "Angriest Boy in Town," a Ukrainian adoptee with a reputation for angry outbursts.
Note: Onstage kiss with Noel.
Ricky Potts
Vocal Range: Tenor (A2–A4)
Presenting Gender: Male
The "Most Imaginative Boy in Town," coping with childhood trauma through an elaborate fantasy world.
Constance Blackwood
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (G3–E5)
Presenting Gender: Female
The "Nicest Girl in Town," whose affection for her hometown puts her at odds with her peers.
Jane Doe
Vocal Range: Soprano (C4–E6)
Presenting Gender: Female
A mysterious, emotionless, deeply eerie headless girl who appears in limbo.
The Amazing Karnak
Vocal Range: Spoken
Presenting Gender: Any
This role has been pre-cast.
Swing (Femme)
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano (G3–E5)
Presenting Gender: Female
Covers Ocean, Constance, and Jane with guaranteed performances and booth singing.
Swing (Masc)
Vocal Range: Tenor (G2–A4)
Presenting Gender: Male
Covers Noel, Mischa, and Ricky with guaranteed performances and booth singing.

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