JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: Beauty and the Beast - Toowoomba Choral Society Youth Choir

Title: Beauty and the Beast

Presented By: Toowoomba Choral Society Youth Choir

Genre: Musical Theatre 

Synopsis: Step into the enchanted world of Broadway's classic, Disney's Beauty and the Beast, an international sensation that has been produced in 37 countries worldwide. Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, the stage version includes all of the wonderful songs written by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice. The original Broadway production ran for over thirteen years and was nominated for nine Tony Awards, including Best Musical.

The classic story tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

This ‘tale as old as time’ is a beautiful production filled with familiar songs and lots of fun characters. We can’t wait to meet all the talented auditionees who are keen to be part of sharing this story with the Toowoomba community!

Audition Date:

• Friday March 20th - Group Ensemble Auditions (singing & dancing)

• Saturday March 21st - Individual Auditions & Group Dance Call

• Sunday March 22nd - Individual Auditions & Callbacks (if required)

Audition Time:

• Friday - 4:30PM-9PM

• Saturday - 9:30AM-5PM

• Sunday - 12PM onwards

Audition Location and Address: Choral Hall, Cnr of Raff and Bridge Streets, North Toowoomba QLD 4350 

Audition Requirements:

Lead & Supporting Role Auditions:

• Prepare two contrasting songs in the style of the show (not from Beauty and the Beast)

• Maximum length: 1 minute or approximately 32 bars each

• Prepare one acting side related to the character you are most interested in

• Sides do not need to be memorised but applicants should be familiar with them

• The panel may request a cold read of another scene

• Attendance at a Group Dance Call is required

Ensemble / Featured Ensemble / Specialist Dancer:

• Attend the Group Ensemble audition including singing and dancing

• Those wishing to be considered as a Specialist Dancer must attend the Specialist Dance Call

• Tap shoes are recommended for Specialist Dance Call if available

Choreography for Specialist Dance/Tap auditions will be sent once audition times are confirmed. General dance choreography will be taught on the day.

Audition Registration: Complete the Audition Registration Form HERE

Audition Pack: Beauty and the Beast Audition Pack

Performance Dates: Saturday July 11th, 2026

Performance Times: 2PM & 7PM

Performance Location: Empire Theatre, 54-56 Neil St, Toowoomba City QLD 4350

Rehearsal Dates & Times:

• Sunday June 28th – Script Read Through (2-5PM)

• Week 1 Rehearsals June 29th - July 3rd (8AM-3:30PM)

• Week 2 Rehearsals July 6th - 8th (8AM-3:30PM)

• Technical Rehearsal - July 9th (1-5PM)

• Full Technical Run - July 10th (8AM-5PM)

Rehearsal Location: Choral Hall, Toowoomba (Empire Theatre for technical rehearsals and performances)

Warnings: Cast must be available for the full rehearsal period during school holidays and all production dates.

Performer Age: 10 - 18 yrs old

Production Website: Toowoomba Choral Society Youth Choir - Beauty and the Beast

Other Information:

• Production Fee:

  $200 - Members of Toowoomba Choral Society Youth Choir

  $260 - Non-members

• Registration includes: Training from experienced creative team members, Inclusive learning environment for beginners and experienced performers, Two weeks of rehearsals, Cast T-shirt, Costume/cast bag, Printed script, Headshot for printed program, Pizza dinner on performance day, Optional accompanist for auditions, Access to tuckshop during rehearsal weeks

• An optional audition workshop will be held -22 February (9:00am–12:30pm) – Cost $25

• Registrations are limited to 80 participants.

• Invoices will be sent after registration and must be paid in full by Friday 17 April. Payment plans may be arranged if required.

• Cast members or parents must have access to a private Facebook group for production updates. Choreography videos will also be available on YouTube.

• Volunteers are essential for this production. All volunteers must hold a Queensland Blue Card.

• Attendance Requirements: All cast members must attend all rehearsals during the holiday production period (28 June – 10 July).

• Health & Safety: Cast must not attend rehearsal if experiencing illness symptoms. All cast must sign in and out each day. Primary school students must be signed in/out by a parent or guardian. High school students aged 13+ may sign themselves in/out

• Food & Hydration: Bring morning tea, lunch, and a labelled water bottle each day. Tuckshop will operate on selected rehearsal days

• Hair, Makeup & Costuming: Cast members must bring their own basic stage makeup kit. Some costume items such as socks, stockings or shoes may be required from home. Hair and makeup instructions will be provided closer to performances

• The holiday production focuses on developing young performers’ skills in acting, singing, and dance while working collaboratively in a fun and supportive environment.

  
  

Available Roles / Character Breakdown:

• Belle – Vocal Range A3–F5 (Soprano/Alto). Intelligent, adventurous young woman seeking more than ordinary life. Accent: General American.

• Beast – Vocal Range A2–F4 (Baritone/Tenor). A cursed prince with a fierce exterior but a compassionate heart. Accent: General American.

• Gaston – Vocal Range A2–F4 (Baritone/Tenor). Confident and arrogant villain determined to marry Belle. Accent: General American.

• Lumière – Vocal Range A2–F#4 (Tenor). Charismatic enchanted candelabra with a French accent.

• Cogsworth – Vocal Range A2–E4 (Baritone). Strict and punctual enchanted clock. Accent: General British.

• Mrs Potts – Vocal Range F#3–G5 (Alto). Warm and maternal enchanted teapot. Accent: General British.

• Lefou – Vocal Range B2–F#4 (Baritone/Tenor). Gaston’s loyal but comedic sidekick. Accent: General American.

• Madame de la Grande Bouche – Vocal Range C#4–G5 (Soprano). Former opera diva turned enchanted wardrobe. Accent: General British.

• Chip – Vocal Range D4–F5 (Boy soprano preferred). Curious and cheerful enchanted teacup. Accent: General American.

• Babette – Vocal Range C4–F5 (Soprano/Alto). Playful enchanted feather duster. Accent: French.

• Maurice – Vocal Range C3–G3. Belle’s eccentric inventor father. Accent: General American.

• Les Filles de la Ville – Gaston’s enthusiastic admirers. Accent: General American.

• Monsieur D’Arque – Spoken role. Proprietor of the local asylum. Accent: General American.

• Ensemble – Townspeople, enchanted castle objects, wolves, villagers, and other fairytale characters.