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Into The Woods

The story follows a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Director: Andrew Isenberg
Presented by: Family Music Theatre

Audition Start: August 1, 7:00pm
Audition End: August 2, 10:00am
Audition Details: Auditions will consist of an individual vocal audition and possibly prepared readings/cold reads from the script.

Sing your best 16-32 bars (or approximately 1 min) of a published Musical Theatre song. Accompanist provided. Please bring sheet music and have your start and stop indicated on your music. No soundtracks. Acapella not preferred. Please do not sing from the show.

Audition Location: New Vida Center

3727 W Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX 75233

Callback Dates: August 2, 1:00pm
Rehearsal Dates: Rehearsal begin August 28th with a mandatory first cast meeting and generally run Monday-Friday from 6-10pm (most nights start at 7pm) and some Saturday mornings depending on show needs.
Performance Dates: October 10 - 25
To Sign Up: Sign Up to Audition
Requirements: A definitive rehearsal calendar, determined from the availability of those cast, will be shared at the first cast meeting. Every attempt is made to set a rehearsal calendar that is personnel-efficient prior to September 29, Sequence Week, requiring attendance only when you are active onstage. Please be sure to list ALL conflicts on your audition form, including days we do not specify we have rehearsals.
Roles Available: FEMALE ROLES: Baker’s Wife

Mezzo: G3 – F5

Clever, shrewd, and determined, with a romantic heart and a longing for something more. A frustrated housewife who’s both motherly and materialistic at times. Requires strong acting and vocal ability.

Witch

Mezzo or Sop: F3 – F5

A powerful, unpredictable force—vain, sarcastic, and commanding on the outside, yet insecure and lonely beneath the surface. Must transform physically and emotionally. Strong actor/singer.

Cinderella

Soprano: G3 – G5

Kind-hearted and dreamlike but indecisive and uncertain of what she wants. A gentle soul trying to find her voice. Must balance warmth with naivety. Strong actor/singer.

Little Red Riding Hood

Bright belter: B3 – F5

Spoiled, outspoken, and sarcastic, yet lacking real affection. A bratty, brazen character who learns and matures. A comic role requiring excellent timing and strong belt vocals. Can be played by a teen or young adult.

Rapunzel

Soprano: A3 – A#5

A sweet but misguided maiden, sheltered from the world. Earnest and naive, with strong legit soprano vocals. Needs vulnerability and sincerity.

Jack’s Mother

Soprano: B3 – F#5

A stressed, overbearing, well-meaning mother doing her best. Frantic, fretful, and determined to protect her son at all costs. Mature actor preferred.

Cinderella’s Stepmother

Mezzo: A#3 – F5

A cold, petty, and controlling woman. The perfect fairytale villain with comic cruelty. Strong character actor.

Lucinda

Mezzo: C4 – E5

Cinderella’s stepsister—vain, noisy, and gleefully mean. Needs comic energy and bold physicality. Often paired with Florinda.

Florinda

Mezzo: C4 – E5

The second stepsister—equally shallow, loud, and dramatic. Comic duo with Lucinda. Must have over-the-top energy and commitment.

Cinderella’s Mother

Soprano: G3 – Ab5

Nurturing, loving. The spirit of the departed mother, dispenses useful advice. Must have strong legit singing voice. (May double w/other minor role)

Granny - Open - Red Riding Hood’s feisty, bitter, vindictive grandmother, good comic timing. No solo singing, only in ensemble. (May double w/other minor role)

Snow White - Open - Cameo role, no solo singing, only in ensemble. (May double w/other minor role)

Sleeping Beauty - Open - Cameo role, no solo singing, only in ensemble. (May double w/other minor role)

Giant - Open - Female: loud, angry, offstage voice only. No singing. Can be used in ensemble. (May double w/other minor role)

MALE ROLES: Baker

Baritone: A2 – G4

A warm, humble everyman with a soft heart and a nervous disposition. He must grow into his courage and leadership. Honest and sincere, with a lot of stage time and emotional depth. Strong actor/singer.

Jack

Tenor: A2 – G4

An eager, bright-eyed youth with big dreams and little awareness. Mischievous, innocent, and impulsive. Must have a pure tenor tone and a childlike sincerity. Can be a teen or young adult.

Cinderella’s Prince

Baritone: Bb2 – Gb4

Vain, dashing, and entirely self-absorbed. The embodiment of charm without depth. Comedic timing essential. (Can double as the Wolf.)

Rapunzel’s Prince

Baritone: C#3 – Gb4

Just as pompous and dramatic as his older brother, but constantly trying to outshine him. Proud and statuesque with legit baritone vocals.

Wolf

Baritone: B2 – Gb4

A lascivious, unsettling predator full of comedic menace and seductive danger. Brief stage time but leaves a lasting impression. (May double as Cinderella’s Prince.)

Mysterious Man

Baritone: G3 – E4

An odd, ghost-like figure harboring secrets—specifically that he is the Baker’s father. Tired, cowed, and erratic. Mostly acting with one major musical moment. (Can double as Narrator.)

Narrator

Baritone: G3 – Eb4

A confident, intellectual storyteller who guides the audience through the tale. Observational and detached, yet personable. Mainly a spoken role with occasional singing.

Steward - Open - Surly, bureaucratic, full of self-importance. No solo singing, only ensemble. Plenty of good lines.

Cinderella’s Father - Open - Ineffectual, out of touch with family, but harmless and well-meaning. No solo singing, only ensemble.

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Originally Posted: 2025-07-02