Auditions will take place on September 19th, at 9:00 AM
13 Taylor Ave, Clinton, NY 13323
Callbacks upon request on September 20th
13 Taylor Ave, Clinton, NY 13323.
Rise Performing Arts is proud to hold auditions for it's Fall Semester Production of The SpongeBob Musical!
Be sure to fill out this the RISE registration form and the audition form found above!
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The audition form alone will NOT save you an audition slot; the student MUST be registered.
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You do not have to be a student to audition, all students are welcome! However, it is strongly recommended that students take an acting and dance class to build their skills for the production.
PERFORMANCES:
Performances are tentatively scheduled for Jan 8th, 9th, and 10th (pending venue approval)
Backup dates are scheduled for Jan 15th, 16th and 17th
There is a possibility of a Sunday performance.
REHEARSALS:
Rehearsals will be held 1-4 times per week depending on roles. We usually hold one weekday rehearsal in the evening for small group work (time of day dependent on actors availability), Fridays from 4:30-6:30 PM (typically for rehearsals with larger cast numbers) and Sundays 3:00-5:00 PM (typically all performers called). These days and times are subject to change depending on performer availability.
MANDATORY DATES/ CONFLICTS:
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Any rehearsals Jan 2nd - Jan 10th are mandatory (if backup performance dates must be uses due to venue restrictions, mandatory dates will be Jan 8th -Jan 17th)
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There WILL be rehearsals during winter break (students MUST attend at least 1)
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Performers must be present for all rehearsals and performances with limited absences taken into account for extenuating circumstances.
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Upon the start of rehearsals, a conflict sheet will be sent out for any preplanned and excused absences.
TUITION RATE:
Auditions are open to children/teens ages 6-18 years old. A fee of $300 for RISE members and $350 for non-members will be required after a successful audition to help cover production expenses. There is a non refundable $25 charge to hold your place in the musical prior to auditions. This charge will be applied to the musical fee after a successful audition. Sibling discount and scholarships available upon request.
EXPERIENCE NEEDED:
Though a student doesn't need to have previously danced, it would be strongly recommended that students take a dance class currently to build their skills for the production. As always, we recommend enrolling in acting class to build characterization skills for the production. This production has tap and students must have previously taken or are currently taking tap to participate in the tap audition.
If you can not make it to our audition date but wish to audition, please email Ms. Baylee at bwitter@drew.edu
Character Breakdown
INCLUSIVE CASTING: All roles are open to performers of any gender and age. We encourage young actors to audition for the roles that best fit their interests, strengths, and individual talents. Our goal is to create a welcoming, inclusive, and joyful theatre experience where every child has the opportunity to shine!
Spongebob Squarepants (M or F; strong solo singer): He is optimistic, innocent, and boyish; energetic and sometimes hyperactive. This actor should have the ability to move well and be an extremely physical actor. Additionally: Must be naturally funny and have great comedic skills and precision.
Patrick Star (M; strong solo singer): Well-intentioned but lacking common sense or skills; kind and somewhat clueless, an innocent; a big softie, who can also be prone to sudden child-like fits of rage or frustration.
Squidward Q. Tentacles (M or F, strong solo singer & dancer): Grumpy, cynical, dry, shorttempered, generally negative but lovable! This Actor must TAP dance.
Sandy Cheeks (F, strong solo singer): A brainy and athletic Texan squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom for a research project. She acts as SpongeBob’s most trusted ally on their quest to stop the volcano from errupting, using her vast amount of scientific knowledge and brilliant inventions to aid the mission.
Sheldon Plankton (M or F, strong solo singer): His personality outweighs his size- slick, scheming, nefarious; has the ability to charm; determined, he will do anything to get ahead in life; very greedy, but his heart is still open enough to rekindle a romance with his wife. This character will need to dance and rap skills a plus.
Karen the Computer (F; Strong character actor): Glamorous, a robotic housewife of Plankton. She’s been there for Plankton’s every scheme and plot and has become jaded – she’s been there and done that. Strong comic actress, singer and mover.
Eugene Crabs (M, strong solo singer): The greedy owner of the Krusty Krab, and employer of SpongeBob and Squidward. While everyone is off panicking about Bikini Bottom’s imminent doom, he decides to strike the iron while it’s hot and puts on a huge “apocalypse sale” at his restaurant, exploiting the fear of his fellow fish to make him even richer.
Pearl Krabs (F, strong solo singer): Mr. Krabs’ bratty teenage daughter. She is obsessed with the rock band “The Electric Skates” and just wants her father to understand her. She has a big voice and an even bigger personality.
French Narrator (M or F; strong vocal actor) The French pirate who narrates the play. This actor should have a lot of charisma and charm to keep the audience entertained, as well as excellent diction to accompany their French accent.
The Electric Skates (M or F; strong singing roles) The three members of the rock band the Electric Skates are larger than life rockstars. These actors should have a tough, punk-rock attitude. Actors who can skate and/or do tumbling a plus.
Mayor of Bikini Bottom (F; strong acting role) The mayor tries to solve the volcano crisis with big words and speeches, but not much action. They are more worried about getting re-elected than actually helping the town.
Perch Perkins (M or F; strong vocal soloist) The Bikini Bottom action news reporter.
Patchy The Pirate (M or F; strong vocal soloist) The pirate who is obsessed with SpongeBob. Patchy sneaks into the show snd gets stopped by security.
Mrs. Puff (F; strong character actor) The town driving instructor. She is sassy, sarcastic, and bitter. The glass is always half-empty.
Old Man Jenkins (M or F; strong character actor) The oldest Boomer in all of Bikini Bottom.
Larry the Lobster (M or F; strong character actor) A body builder, obsessed with his looks and building muscle. He is ALWAYS working out.
Gary The Snail (M or F; strong actor) Ideally a younger actor. Must have a great "meow".
Security (M or F; strong actor) The security guard who escorts Patchy the Pirate out of the theatre.
Sea Anemones (featured dancers) These tap dancers become the big chorus line ensemble for Squidward in his imagination. Students must currently be enrolled or have previously taken tap classes to be considered for this role.
Bikini Bottom Citizens (Strong Features singers and actors) The sea creatures that live in Bikini Bottom who become panicked when their existence is threatened by a volcanic eruption.
Sardine Devotees (strong featured singers) These 5 are the leaders of the school of Sardines. They lead the group of sardines to follow Patrick as their guru. Cast actors with big singing voices, and quirky personalities.
Sardines the group of sardines to follow Patrick as their guru. Must have lots of personality, sing and dance.
B.F.F. Letters (featured singers) Literally the letters B, F, F who sing and dance along with Spongebob during the number “B.F.F.”
Sponges (strong dancers/movers) A group of actors who work together to create shapes and images using glowing sponges. These performers should have great problem solving skills and strong movement skills. This is a fun featured dance ensemble.
Cowboys/Cowgirls (strong actors/singers/dancers) A larger-than-life group of Western characters. These performers dance and sing with Sandy.
Jellyfish (strong actors/movers) The whimsical jellyfish of Jellyfish Fields. These performers help create the colorful underwater world of Bikini Bottom through movement and dance.