Aurora Theatre, Inc. | Lawrenceville, GA
Monday, December 1, 2025
12:00 PM - 8:00 PM (E)
To secure an audition appointment, please sign up at the following link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054CA-DAC2CA5FDC61-60439953-intheheights#/
LOA
$735 weekly minimum (LOA ref. LORT)
Equity actors for roles in IN THE HEIGHTS (see breakdown). Local actors are encouraged to audition.
Please prepare the sides in the folder for the characters for which you’d like to be considered. Sides can be found at the following link:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hqBq1CeMdGinDbJhHk-FtskWQGHzPVwS. Those wishing to be considered for ensemble roles should prepare 1 song and 1 book side from the “Ensemble” folder.
Aurora Theatre
128 E Pike St
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Music & Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda
Book by Quiara Alegría Hudes
Expected to Attend:
Ricardo Aponte – Director & Choreographer
Ann-Carol Pence – Producing Artistic Director & Music Director
Katie Chambers – Associate Artistic Director
Amy Duffy – Casting Associate
Callbacks: Tuesday, December 2 | 12-8 pm
First Rehearsal: April 28, 2026
Opening: May 28, 2026
Closing: June 21, 2026
Possible Extension: June 28, 2026
Performance Schedule:
Thursday-Saturday at 8 pm
Saturday and Sunday at 2:30 pm
There will be a 10 am performance on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
www.auroratheatre.com
If you are unable to attend the in-person audition, you may submit a virtual audition to the following link:
https://airtable.com/appNfmsaIP85zXunz/shrC8iEsA0Bz5GB3K
An Equity Monitor will not be provided. The producer will run all aspects of this audition.
Notice: Audition Call Type: EPA
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.
Nina Rosario (CAST)
A first-generation college student and has just returned home from her first year at Stanford University. She is the daughter of Kevin and Camila Rosario. The community looks to her as a symbol of success, as someone who has achieved great things outside of “the Heights”. Carries the weight of her community and family on her shoulders. Very strong singer with soprano belt range.
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano with Strong Belt/Mix (F3-F5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: 19
Abuela Claudia (CAST)
The warm (sometimes funny) matriarch of the neighborhood and is everyone’s Abuela. Both strong and wise, she has lived in the Heights longer than anyone and practically raised Usnavi after his parents died. Strong belt.
Vocal Range: Alto (Eb3-E5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: 50+
Daniela (CAST)
The savvy, strong-willed, straight-talking owner of the salon next to Usnavi’s bodega. Bold, sassy, funny, enjoys banter and demands respect. Her business is a victim of gentrification and is forcing her to move to the Bronx. A mentor to Vanessa and Carla in a tough love style. Great mover and great singer with a strong belt.
Vocal Range: Alto Belter (F4-E5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: 30-45
Kevin Rosario (CAST)
The owner of Rosario’s Car Service, Camila’s husband, and Nina’s father. After emigrating from Puerto Rico, he has worked hard his entire life to build his business and provide for his family. He is stubborn and fiercely proud of his daughter's achievements. Great singer.
Vocal Range: Bari-Tenor (A2-F4)
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latino
Age: 40-50
Camila Rosario (CAST)
The co-owner of Rosario's Car Service with a quiet, but strong hold on her husband Kevin. She fell in love with him at 19 and emigrated together to New York to open their business and raise Nina. Great singer.
Vocal Range: Alto (G3-E5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: 40-50
Piragua Guy (CAST)
He makes his living walking the streets of Washington Heights selling flavored shaved ice. He is a representative of the islands so many of the residents once called home. A very strong presence in the community. Excellent tenor. Good mover.
Vocal Range: Bright Tenor (D3-A4)
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latino
Age: 30-45
Usnavi de la Vega
Charismatic and funny. He is a likeable leading man and can be awkward at times. Owns a small bodega in Washington Heights. Abuela Claudia, the neighborhood matriarch, “practically raised” him when his parents both died during his early childhood. He dreams of moving back to the Dominican Republic. He is in love with Vanessa. Extremely strong singer/rapper/dancer.
Vocal Range: Bari-Tenor (A2-A4)
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latino
Age: Mid 20’s-30’s
Benny
Best friends with Usnavi and in love with Nina. Benny is a driver for Kevin Rosario's dispatch. He grew up having to make his own way and Kevin took him under his wing. Benny hopes to someday own his own car service and represent the hard work and optimism of a hopeful entrepreneur. Baritenor. Excellent singer, rapper, and mover.
Vocal Range: Tenor (B2-A4)
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Black
Age: Mid 20’s
Vanessa
A stylist at Daniela’s salon. She longs to get out of Washington Heights. Hardened in part by a troubled home life but maintains a hopeful outlook. Close friends with Nina. Has a soft spot for Usnavi. Excellent singer/belter and dancer.
Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano with Strong Belt (F#3-F5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: Mid 20’s
Sonny
Usnavi’s idealistic and optimistic younger cousin who works at the bodega. He has a genuine desire to improve the inequities of his community and emulate Usnavi. Strong comedic abilities. Excellent singer/rapper and strong mover.
Vocal Range: Tenor (D3-B4)
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latino
Age: 18
Carla
Works at Daniela’s salon. She is a supportive friend and looks up to Daniela. Some would say she’s a loyal sidekick. She can be naive at times but is not a ditz. Strong comedic timing. Great singer with a strong belt and mix. Great mover.
Vocal Range: Alto Belter (F3-E5)
Gender: Female Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Latina
Age: 25-35
Graffiti Pete
A graffiti artist who’s good friends with Sonny, much to Usnavi’s dismay. A comedic nemesis of Usnavi and tags up Usnavi’s bodega. Always carries a boombox and spray cans. Skilled hip hop and/or break dancer. Strong rapper and singer.
Vocal Range: Any
Gender: Male Presenting Character
Ethnicity: Any
Age: 18-25
Ensemble/Residents of Washington Heights
Residents make up the community of Washington Heights. The ensemble is heavily used in the storytelling of the show. Excellent dancers in street and salsa styles. Excellent singers.
Vocal Range: All
Gender: All
Ethnicity: Any
Age: 18+
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