NOTE: Due to the large audition response, the creative team may consider double casting
Peter Pan JR
Lyrics by Carolyn Leigh
Music by Morris “Moose” Charlap
Additional Lyrics by Betty Comden Adolph Green
Additional Music by Jule Styne
Original Production Directed & Choreographed by Jerome Robbins
Directed by Joanna Chabot
Music Directed by Delaney Wenger
Based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale and featuring an unforgettable score, Peter Pan is one of the most beloved and frequently performed family favorites of all time. Peter and his mischievous fairy sidekick, Tinkerbell, visit the nursery of the Darling children late one night and, with a sprinkle of pixie dust, begin a magical journey across the stars that none of them will ever forget. In the adventure of a lifetime, the travelers come face to face with a ticking crocodile, the fierce Brave Girls, a band of bungling pirates and, of course, the villainous Captain Hook.
REHEARSAL AND PRODUCTION DATES/DETAILS:
This production is open to young performers Grades 5 – Age 18 and on a case by case basis some younger students may be admitted.
Rehearsals will begin late August. Rehearsals will take place Monday-Thursday evenings from 6:30-9:30 PM and Saturdays from 10AM-1PM. Sundays may be added closer to tech. No one will be called to every single rehearsal. Please come prepared to list any conflicts from August 19-September 29.
The production will take place at The Firehouse Theatre. The production dates are September 27-29, Friday at 7:30PM, Saturdays at 2:30PM and 7:30 PM, and Sunday at 2:30 and 7:00PM.
The tuition for this production will be $400. Need-based scholarships are available and can be applied for at this link: Need Based Scholarship Application. Scholarship applications must be filled out before auditions/casting. Best efforts will be made to cast every student who auditions. Please note that The Firehouse does NOT require parent volunteer hours, nor a minimum of tickets purchased/sold. There may be some costume requests (such as shoes or other basics), but the vast majority of costume pieces will be provided. Additionally, each family is given two complimentary tickets.
AUDITION INFO:
Auditions will take place at The Firehouse Theatre (2535 Valley View Lane Farmers Branch, TX 75234) on Tuesday, August 13 from 6-10PM.
You may sign up for an audition time at this link:
A parent/guardian will need to fill out this form along with/for their student:
You may also choose to send in an audition video via the same audition form, filming the material listed below.
AUDITION MATERIAL:
Everyone should prepare the song “Neverland”.
If interested in the role of Peter, please prepare “I’ve Gotta Crow”.
All music should be sung in whatever octave(s) students are most comfortable singing in.
All sheet music cuts, guide vocal tracks, and accompaniment tracks can be found at this link:
Peter Pan JR Audition Material
This link also contains sides which students may be asked to read as well.
Any additional questions may be sent to owen@thefirehousetheatre.com. Please do not call the box office.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN**:
(Please audition for whatever roles you see fit, regardless of gender!)
Peter Pan
Peter Pan is a boy without a care in the world. Originally written for and cast as a female, this role is for an actor with a soaring can-do spirit who most certainly “won’t grow up!”
Wendy
Wendy is the eldest of the Darling children and has a certain maternal quality. Wendy is very bright, ever-practical and ready for an adventure!
John
John is the middle Darling child and has an amicable and open presence. A little more proper than his younger brother.
Michael
Michael is the youngest Darling boy and seems to have unlimited energy.
Nana
The Darling’s family dog.
Mrs. Darling
Mrs. Darling is the mother of Wendy, John and Michael, and she is the perfect picture of a mother.
Mr. Darling
Mr. Darling is the father of Wendy, John and Michael, and he is a man with one concern: keeping his house in order.
Captain Hook
Captain Hook, the leader of the Pirates, has a bone to pick… or rather a Peter Pan to hook!
Smee
Smee is Captain Hook’s sidekick who wants nothing more than to see Captain Hook succeed in his evil plotting.
Liza
Liza is the Darling’s housekeeper who always seems to be in a bit of a frenzy as she tries to keep everyone pleased.
Tiger Lily
Tiger Lily is the fearless leader of the Brave Girls.
Brave Girls
The Brave Girls are a group of Neverland inhabitants. They are a fun bunch of girls who are as strong as they are kind.
Lost Boys
The Lost Boys are a group of lads who live in Neverland without a care in the world!
Pirates
The Pirates are a gaggle of villains who are looking to cause some trouble.
Crocodile
The wickedest beast that ever was!
**Depending on audition turnout, some select adult roles may be played by professional adult mentor actors
