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JUNIOR AUDITION NOTICE: The Little Mermaid Jr. - Phoenix Arts Academy

Title: The Little Mermaid Jr.

Presented By: Phoenix Ensemble and Phoenix Arts Academy (PAA)

Genre: Musical Theatre, Family


Synopsis: Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr., adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home – and her fins – behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.


Audition Date: Saturday, 13th July

Audition Time:

  • Junior/Intermediate Dance Call: 9:30am-10:30am

  • Morning Individual Auditions: 10:30am-12:00pm

  • Afternoon Individual Audition Slots: 1:00pm-4:00pm

  • Senior Dance Call: 4:00pm-5:00pm

Audition Location and Address: Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh


Audition Requirements:

  • One 60-90 second excerpt of any Disney song (avoid songs from The Little Mermaid)

  • Digital backing tracks on a device that can connect via Bluetooth, AUX, or dongle

  • One scene from the selected sides (provided in the audition pack)

  • Participation in a group dance call


Available Roles:

  • Ariel: Female presenting, Vocal Range: B♭ - E♭

  • Prince Eric: Male presenting, Vocal Range: B - D

  • Sebastian: Any gender, Vocal Range: G - B

  • King Triton: Male presenting, speaking role only (no singing)

  • Ursula: Female presenting, Vocal Range: F - C#

  • Flounder: Any gender, Vocal Range: G - D♭ (Junior/Intermediate student will be cast)

  • Flotsam & Jetsam: Male presenting, Range: C - C#

  • Scuttle: Any gender, Vocal Range: B - E

  • Grimsby: Male presenting, Vocal Range: E - C

  • Ensemble Groups & Featured Roles: Various roles including Mersisters, Princesses, Chef Louis, Carlotta, The Pilot, Sailors, Sea Chorus, Sea Creatures, Seahorse, Merfolk, and Seagulls


Audition Registration: Register Here

Audition Pack: Download Here


Performance Dates:

  • November 15th: 7:00pm

  • November 16th: 2:00pm and 7:00pm

  • Performance Location: Phoenix Ensemble, Beenleigh Showgrounds, James Street, Beenleigh


Rehearsal Dates:

  • During class time throughout Term 3 and 4

  • Saturday Rehearsals: 12th and/or 26th October

  • Tech Week Rehearsals:

  • Monday, 11th November: 5:00pm-8:00pm

  • Tuesday, 12th November: 5:00pm-8:00pm

  • Wednesday, 13th November: 5:00pm-8:00pm


Creative Team:

  • Director: Hayley Gervais

  • Vocal Director: Kym Brown

  • Choreographer: Elana Piggott

  • Assistant Director: Angelina Mustafay


Production Website: Phoenix Ensemble


Other Information:

  • All auditionees must be students enrolled in Terms 3 and 4 of PAA

  • Phoenix Ensemble encourages diversity in casting and welcomes performers of all backgrounds




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