JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: Bonnie & Clyde - Phoenix Ensemble

Title: Bonnie & Clyde

Presented By: Phoenix Ensemble

Genre: Musical / Drama / Crime

Synopsis: Set in Depression-era America, Bonnie & Clyde tells the electrifying story of two small-town dreamers turned infamous outlaws. When Bonnie Parker meets Clyde Barrow, sparks fly, and together they chase fame, fortune, and freedom at any cost. With a sizzling score blending rockabilly, blues, and gospel, this high-energy musical dives into the passion, danger, and legend behind the most notorious couple in American history.

Audition Date: Monday 15 December 2025

Audition Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

Audition Location and Address: Phoenix Ensemble (The Pavilion Theatre, “The Tin Shed”)Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh QLD

Audition Requirements:

• Prepare the assigned sections of “Picture Show” – sing along to the provided backing track at the audition. Rehearsal tracks and sheet music are available online.

• Young Bonnie will also perform a short acting scene with an adult reader (Bonnie’s mother). No memorisation required.

• Both roles require a Southern American accent — natural and authentic.

• Please wear comfortable clothes suitable for basic movement.

Important: Parents/guardians should note that while these characters do not appear in violent scenes, the full production includes mature content (guns, fake blood, staged intimacy, and deaths). The creative team—comprising qualified teachers—will ensure these scenes are handled sensitively, and all adult cast hold Blue Cards.

Audition Registration: Book your audition at www.phoenixensemble.com.au/audition If you experience issues, email auditions@phoenixensemble.com.au for assistance.

Audition Pack: Download Full Audition Pack (PDF)

Audition Materials: Access rehearsal tracks, backing music, and script excerpts here

Performance Dates: Friday 20 February – Saturday 6 March 2026

Performance Times: Friday evenings, Saturday matinees and evenings (no Sunday performances)

Performance Location: Phoenix Ensemble, Pavilion Theatre (“The Tin Shed”), Beenleigh Showgrounds

Rehearsal Dates: Commencing Wednesday 17 December 2025 (immediately after auditions)

Rehearsal Times:• Mondays & Wednesdays – 7:00pm to 10:00pm (children until 9:00pm) and Sundays – 1:00pm to 6:00pm

Parents will receive schedules at least two weeks in advance. Additional technical rehearsals may extend later in the evenings closer to opening.

Warnings: Mature themes, violence, guns, staged intimacy, and blood effects

Performer Age: 10–15 years

Creative Team:

• Director – Kym Brown

• Musical Director – Sally Faint

• Choreographer – Julianne Clinch

Production Website: phoenixensemble.com.au/audition

Available Roles / Character Breakdown:

• Young Clyde - Male-presenting, playing age 10–12. Bold, restless, and curious — already dreaming of adventure and rebellion. Must sing solo and deliver light dialogue with a natural Southern American accent. Vocal Range: Bb3–D5.

• Young Bonnie - Female-presenting, playing age 10–15. Bright, imaginative, and full of big dreams of fame. Must sing solo and act in a short scene portraying Bonnie at ages 10 and 15. Vocal Range: C#4–C5.

(Both roles appear in Act 1 and briefly in Act 2. May also participate in select ensemble scenes.)