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Nashville Children's Theatre
Nashville, TN

DESCRIPTION

Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA

AUDITION DATE

Monday, May 12, 2025

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (C)

AND

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

1:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)

AND

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

1:00 PM - 8:00 PM (C)

APPOINTMENTS

To sign up for an appointment, please follow this link:

Equity members without appointments will be seen as time permits.

CONTRACT

TYA

Actor:

$615.00 weekly minimum, $95.50/per performance

Actor/Assistant Stage Manager:

$643.00 weekly minimum, $105.50/per performance

SEEKING

Equity actors for roles in Nashville Children's Theatre 2025-2026 Season (see breakdown).

No roles will be understudied.

Local Nashville, TN actors are encouraged to audition.

The Producer shall not discriminate against any actor because of race, color, creed, age, disability, national origin, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation or political persuasion or belief.

PREPARATION

Prepare two contrasting monologues together totaling no more than (3) three minutes. To be considered for any musicals, please additionally prepare 16 bars of a show tune with sheet music to supply to our accompanist in the desired key and include the 16 bars within your (3) three minute audition time. Please make sure to bring your book in case you are asked to sing an additional song. Please bring a current headshot and resume. If you play a musical instrument, please bring and play in addition to the monologue(s) and/or song.

LOCATION

Nashville Children's Theatre

25 Middleton St

Nashville, TN 37210-2040

PERSONNEL

See breakdown for production-specific personnel.

EXPECTED TO ATTEND:

Director of Production: Kenneth Mayfield

Interim Artistic Director: Colin Peterson

OTHER DATES

See breakdown for production-specific dates.

OTHER

An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.

Equity鈥檚 contracts prohibit discrimination. Equity is committed to diversity and encourages all its employers to engage in a policy of equal employment opportunity designed to promote a positive model of inclusion. As such, Equity encourages performers of all ethnicities, gender identities, and ages, as well as performers with disabilities, to attend every audition.

Always bring your Equity Membership card to auditions.

BREAKDOWN

Nashville Children鈥檚 Theatre鈥檚 鈥淎 Season for Storytellers鈥� 2025/26 Season

Mufaro鈥檚 Beautiful Daughters: An African Musical - TYA Premiere

Adapted by Taryn Janelle from the play 鈥淢ufaro鈥檚 Beautiful Daughters: An African Play鈥� by Karen Abbott

Music and Lyrics by Taryn Janelle and LeRell Ross

Directed by Jon Royal

Music Directed by Piper Jones

Choreographed by Thea Jones

Rehearsals: September 8th - September 26th, 2025; Performances: Hill Auditorium - September 27th - October 30th, 2025

TYA Premiere - Once upon a time, beneath the wide Zimbabwean sky, lived a man with two daughters鈥攂oth beautiful, but with very different hearts. Based on the beloved book by John Steptoe and told in the rich tradition of African folktales, Mufaro鈥檚 Beautiful Daughters is a sweeping, musical tale of kindness, inner strength, and the true test of character.

Featuring vibrant new music and lyrics by Taryn Janelle and LaRell Ross of Atlanta鈥檚 Synchronicity Theatre, this new adaptation brings Steptoe鈥檚 award-winning story to life with color, rhythm, and heart. Honored with the Coretta Scott King Award and the Boston Globe鈥揌orn Book Award, this timeless tale is a celebration of culture, family, and the beauty within.

Seeking:

John/Mufaro

Adult, Male Presenting, Black/African American, Baritone

John/Mufaro - A jovial man who just wants the best for his family. Mufaro means "Happy Man"

Sister 1/Nyasha

Adult, Female Presenting, Black/African American, Mezzo Sop-Soprano

Sister 1/Nyasha - Generally quiet and reserved, Naysha is hardworking and kind. She covers for Manaya's bad behavior and is eternally supportive. Nyasha means "mercy."

Sister 2/Manyara

Adult role, Female Presenting, Black/African American, Mezzo Soprano

Sister 2/Manyara - Loud and opinionated, Manyara dreams of bigger things while avoiding any sense of responsibility at home. Manyara means "Ashamed."

Griot/Messenger

Adult, Male Presenting, Black/African American, Tenor 1

Griot/Messenger - A dynamic storyteller with a large voice and larger personality.

Villager 1/Hungry Boy/King

Adult, Male Presenting, Black/African American, Tenor 2

Villager 2/Old Woman

Adult, Female Presenting, Black/African American, Alto-Mezzo

Inside Out and Backwards

by Kathryn Chase Bryer and Natasha Holmes

With music composed by Timothy Guillot

An NCT Snuggery Production (for ages 0-5)

Directed by Alicia Fuss

Rehearsals: August 4th - August 15th, 2025; Performances: Copeland Studio - August 16th - December 7th, 2025

It鈥檚 bedtime鈥攂ut sleep can wait when imagination takes over! Two siblings transform their room into a topsy-turvy wonderland where gloves swim like fish, shirts growl like beasts, and socks groove in a closet dance party. Designed especially for our youngest theatre-goers, this playful, participatory piece invites children ages 0鈥�5 to giggle, wiggle, and explore a world turned delightfully inside out鈥� and backwards.

Seeking:

Brother

Adult, Male Presenting

Brother - the older sibling, who is in charge of making sure that the room remains tidy, but oftentimes falls prey to the shenanigans of his younger sister. Puts on airs of sternness, but is a kid as well.

Sister

Adult, Female Presenting

Sister - the younger sibling, who does not want to put things away and is more interested in play than going to bed. Young, fun, and excitable. Has leadership potential.

Charlotte鈥檚 Web

Adapted by Joseph Robinette based on the book by E.B. White

Directed by TBD

Rehearsals: November 3rd - November 22nd, 2025; Performances: Hill Auditorium - November 22nd - January 25th, 2025

Some Pig. Humble. Radiant. When Wilbur is born smaller than most pigs, it鈥檚 his friendships on the Arable family鈥檚 farm that save his life in more ways than one. This classic tale weaves an intergenerational message of love, friendship and loss in this adaptation of E.B. White鈥檚 immortal masterpiece. Whether it鈥檚 Charlotte鈥檚 selfless acts of kindness or Wilbur鈥檚 journey to find belonging, it鈥檚 the ties we share with others that make life truly meaningful.

Seeking:

Wilbur

Adult, Any Gender

Wilbur - a rambunctious, strongly emotional pig, the runt of the litter.

Charlotte A. Cavatica

Adult, Female Presenting, Dancer

Charlotte - a spider who befriends Wilbur. Kind, gentle but stern, a leader.

Fern Arable

Adult, Female Presenting

Fern Arable - young but wise beyond her years, kind and joyful, deeply cares about justice

John Arable/The Old Sheep/Spectator 2

Adult, Male Presenting

John Arable - Practical family man, hardworking farmer, cares about his daughter, Fern

The Old Sheep - an impatient and cantankerous farm animal

Martha Arable/Goose/Spectator 1

Adult, Female Presenting

Martha Arable - Caring, often doting mother of Fern.

Goose - Rambling farm animal who is friendly to Wilbur. Has a repetitive speech pattern.

Homer Zuckerman/Templeton

Adult, Male Presenting

Homer Zuckerman - Excitable farmer, owner of Wilbur.

Templeton - Selfish rat with a soft side, if there is food involved.

Avery/Gander/Lurvy/Dr. Dorian/Uncle

Adult role, Male Presenting

Avery - Rambunctious brother to Fern, likes frogs

Gander - Rambling farm animal who is friendly to Wilbur. Has a repetitive speech pattern.

Lurvy - caring country boy, loud, and worker/pal for Mr. Zuckerman

Dr. Dorian - easygoing doctor

Uncle - prize winning pig at the fair - very large and strong

Bingo鈥檚 Birthday

Written by Ernie Nolan

An NCT Snuggery Production (for ages 0-5)

Directed by Colin Peterson

B-I-N-G-O鈥攁nd Bingo is his name-o! You鈥檙e invited to the barnyard birthday bash of a very special pup. But before the party can begin, Farmers Pickle and Tickle need your help to find the guest of honor! Full of music, mischief, and farmyard fun, Bingo鈥檚 Birthday is an immersive theatrical adventure created especially for children ages 0鈥�5. Come sing, play, and celebrate in this down-home, tail-wagging good time!

Rehearsals: January 19th - Feb 6th; Performances: Copeland Studio - Feb 7 - May 24

Seeking:

Bingo鈥檚 Birthday: Farmer Pickle

Adult, Any Gender

Farmer Pickle - Playful and silly, this farmer is dedicated to finding their dog so that they can celebrate! Strong physical mover and mime.

Farmer Tickle

Adult, Any Gender

Farmer Tickle - Playful and silly, this farmer is dedicated to finding their dog so that they can celebrate! Strong physical mover and mime.

Seussical: The Musical - Theatre for Young Audiences Version

Music by STEPHEN FLAHERTY

Lyrics by LYNN AHRENS

Book by LYNN AHRENS and STEPHEN FLAHERTY

Co-Conceived by LYNN AHRENS, STEPHEN FLAHERTY, and ERIC IDLE

Based on the Works of DR. SEUSS

Directed by TBD

Rehearsals: March 18th - April 10th, 2026; Performances: Hill Auditorium - April 11th - May 24th, 2026

Dive into the fantastical world of Dr. Seuss in Seussical the Musical, where beloved characters and stories intertwine in a vibrant tapestry of music and imagination. From the loyal Horton the Elephant, who hears a faint cry for help on a speck of dust, to the mischievous Cat in the Hat guiding us through unexpected adventures, this musical brings to life tales like Horton Hears a Who!, Gertrude McFuzz, and The Cat in the Hat. With a dynamic score blending pop, gospel, blues, and R&B, audiences of all ages are invited to explore themes of friendship, loyalty, and the power of "thinks." Whether you're young or young at heart, Seussical promises a heartwarming experience that celebrates the unique qualities in each of us.

Seeking:

The Cat in the Hat

Adult, Any Gender, Baritone/Tenor or Alto/Soprano

The Cat in the Hat - The essence of mischief, fun, and imagination. Plays many comic minor parts throughout the story, sometimes improvising with the audience. Strong singer with strong movement skills and comic ability.

Horton The Elephant

Adult, Male Presenting, Baritone/Tenor

Horton The Elephant - An elephant and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Gentle, big-hearted, appealing. He is very imaginative and believes in the world鈥檚 goodness. He is responsible and always tries to do the right thing for his friends.

Gertrude McFuzz

Adult, Female Presenting, Soprano

Gertrude McFuzz - A bird and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Very self--conscious, shy, and nervous at first, she grows into a kind and caring protector. She is in love with Horton and does what she can to get his attention, including foolishly growing an enormous feathered tail. She is a bit na茂ve at times, but always is a voice of reason. Strong comic timing is a must.

Mayzie LaBird

Adult, Female Presenting, Mezzo-Soprano with belt

Mayzie LaBird - A bird and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Self--centered, selfish and vain. Makes decisions for herself but has clear regret about those decisions at times. Very strong singer/dancer

Jojo

Adult, Any Gender, Mezzo-Soprano/Tenor

Jojo - An 8-10-year-old child. JoJo is a Who and is the only child of the mayor and his wife. Wild imagination. Awkward. A loner. But is proud of, and loves their imagination. Genuine wonder.

Mr. Mayor/Wickersham Brother 1

Adult, Male Presenting, Baritone

Mr. Mayor - The Mayor of Whoville. Exasperated parent who loves their child but doesn鈥檛 know what to do with them.

Wickersham Brother - One of three monkey brothers and citizens of the Jungle of Nool. Tricksters who bully other animals in the jungle.

Mrs. Mayor/Bird Girl 1

Adult, Female Presenting, Mezzo-Soprano

Mrs. Mayor - Wife to The Mayor of Whoville. Exasperated parent who loves their child but doesn鈥檛 know what to do with them.

Bird Girl - One of two bird girl ensemble backing up The Cat in the Hat or Mayzie LaBird. Strong singer and dancer.

Sour Kangaroo/Bird Girl 2

Adult, Female Presenting, Alto/Mezzo with belt

Sour Kangaroo - A kangaroo and a citizen of the Jungle of Nool. Loud, brassy, and a skeptic. Strong singer, large belt.

Bird Girl - One of two bird girl ensemble backing up The Cat in the Hat or Mayzie LaBird. Strong singer and dancer.

Wickersham Brother 2/Ensemble

Adult, Male Presenting, Baritone/Tenor

Wickersham Brother - One of three monkey brothers and citizens of the Jungle of Nool. Tricksters who bully other animals in the jungle.

Wickersham Brother 3/Ensemble

Adult, Male Presenting, Baritone/Tenor

Wickersham Brother - One of three monkey brothers and citizens of the Jungle of Nool. Tricksters who bully other animals in the jungle.

SALARY

TYA Actor: $615.00 weekly minimum, $95.50/per 锘縫erformance; Actor/Assistant Stage Manager: $643.00 weekly minimum, $105.50/per 锘縫erformance

UNION

AEA