Auditions for Tarzan the Musical will be held on Monday November 17th 6:30pm and Tuesday November 18th 6:30pm at Arts Center of Cannon County in Woodbury.
Director: Darryl Deason Music Director: Allison Hall Choreographer: Lauren McCloud Johnson
Production Dates for Tarzan are March 20- April 4 with rehearsals beginning in January.
******* IMPORTANT: If you are interested in auditioning for the role of Tarzan, please email darryltdeason@gmail.com to schedule an appointment time for your audition and to receive an audition preparation packet. **********************
Character Breakdown (In Alphabetical Order)
Clayton- A brutish, greedy hunter and guide. Leads Jane and Porter's expedition. Male 30-45 yrs old Speaking Role
Ensemble- Apes-Expedition Crew; Ages 8 and up with a strong dance background
Jane- An adventurous young English botanist. She falls in love with Tarzan. Female 16-30 yrs old Range: F#3-F5
Kala- A gentle mother ape. Kerchak's mate and Tarzan's protector. Female, 30-45 yrs old Range: E3-Eb5
Kerchak- The gruff leader of the gorillas and Kala's mate. Male 40-50 yrs old Rnage Ab2-Gb4
Leopard- A fierce carnivore that threatens both gorillas and humans. Male or Female 25-35 yrs old Strong Featured Dance Role
Porter- A bumbling English professor of Biology. Jane's Father. Male 50-60 yrs old Range: B2-C4
Tarzan- A vulnerable, fearless young man raised by apes. Terk's best friend who falls in love with Jane. Our story's protagonist. Male 16-30 yrs old. Range B2- Bb4 AUDITIONS FOR THE ROLE OF TARZAN WILL BE DONE BY APPOINTMENT Email Darryltdeason@gmail.com if you are interested in this role
Terk- A sarcastic ape and Tarzan's best friend. Male 16-30 yrs old Range Eb3-B4
Young Tarzan- An innocent young boy. Loses his parents and is raised by the apes. Male. Must be able to play 8-12 yrs old. Range C3-E4
Young Terk- A sarcastic adolescent ape. Tarzan's best friend. Male. Must be able to play 8-12 yrs old. Range G3-B4
Also Casting- Percussionists experienced in playing hand drums such as djembe, bonogs, congas, etc. who are also interested in performing on stage as dancers and singers as well!! Bring instruments to audition with if you are interested.
******CALLING ALL DANCERS*********
Seeking dancers that are skilled, and posses a wide range of physical ability. Acrobatic skills are a plus! Combinations will be taught by the choreographer, and auditions will be done in small groups.
DANCERS- You will be required to do a singing audition as well. Please come prepared.
ALL AUDITIONING WILL BE REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE DANCE AUDITION. Please come prepared with the proper footwear and clothing for a dance audition.
******SINGING AUDITION REQUIREMENTS*******
Please prepare a musical selection of roughly 16 measures showcasing your vocal ability. Please sing a song in the style of the show. Examples: Songs from Hercules, Aida, Newsies, Beauty and the Best, Lion King, High School Musical, Little Mermaid, or other Disney Pop Musicals. Please bring sheet music accompaniment for the song you wish to perform. An accompanist will be provided. Speakers for an Ipod or phone WILL be provided. A CD player WILL NOT be provided. Familiarize yourself with songs from Tarzan before auditions as you will be taught selections from the show to audition with as well.