Upcoming Auditions
Audition Notice
DISNEY'S THE LITTLE MERMAID
Audition Notice and Character Breakdown
Produced by: Saguaro City Music Theatre
Artistic Director/Director: Drew Humphrey
Choreographer: Dena DiGiacinto
Musical Director: Jamie Reed
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman & Glenn Slater
Book by Doug Wright
Based on the Hans Christian Andersen story and the Disney film that was produced by Howard Ashman & John Musker and written & directed by John Musker & Ron Clements. Originally Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions.
Production Dates
First Youth Rehearsal: On or about February 16th, 2027
First Full Company Rehearsal: On or about February 20th, 2027
Opens: March 13th, 2027
Closing: March 27th, 2027
Commitment Details
STUDIO REHEARSALS
November 10th - December 11th (Rehearsals are at the UofA)
Mon-Fri 5-10:30pm (One day off per week, day off is currently TBD)
Saturday 10am-6pm
Sunday 11am-7pm
TECH REHEARSALS / PERFOMANCES
Begin on Saturday December 12th at the Berger
Sat/Sun 12/12 & 12/13 (11am-10:30pm with a 90 min dinner break)
Continue tech week Tues 12/15-12/18 from 5pm-11pm
Final Dress 12/18/26 Time TBA
Saturday 12/19/26 @ 2pm (Preview Performance)
Saturday 12/19/26 @ 7pm (Official Opening Night)
Sunday 12/20/26 @ 2pm
Saturday 12/26/26 @ 2pm & 7pm
Sunday 12/27/26 @ 2pm
POSSIBLE WEDNESDAY MATINEE 12/30/26 @ 2pm (TBD)
Saturday 1/2/27 @ 2pm & 7pm
Sunday 1/3/27 @ 2pm
Inclusive Casting Statement
Saguaro City Music Theatre is committed to inclusive casting and encourages performers of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, gender expressions, abilities, body types, ages where appropriate, and backgrounds to audition.
Character gender descriptions refer to the gender identity and/or presentation of the character as written and are not intended to limit the gender identity or expression of the performer.
Character Breakdown
SEEKING
The listed ages are suggested casting ranges and may be adjusted based on the needs of the production. Performers may be considered for roles outside the listed range when appropriate.
Ariel
Suggested Casting Age: 18–30 | Soprano
King Triton’s youngest daughter. Ariel is curious, compassionate, determined, and fascinated by the human world. She longs to experience life beyond the sea and is willing to risk everything to pursue that dream. Seeking a dynamic actor with an exceptionally strong singing voice and excellent storytelling ability.
Prince Eric
Suggested Casting Age: 20–35 | Tenor
An adventurous and independent prince who is more interested in exploring the world than accepting the responsibilities expected of him. Eric is sincere, courageous, and immediately captivated by Ariel. Requires a strong singing voice and confident leading presence.
Grimsby
Suggested Casting Age: 40–70 | Baritone or Strong Character Singer
Prince Eric’s loyal, proper, and occasionally exasperated guardian. Grimsby is determined to help Eric fulfill his royal responsibilities and find a suitable princess. Seeking a strong character actor with excellent comedic timing.
Flounder
Suggested Casting Age: 9–15 | Treble or Unchanged Youth Voice
Ariel’s enthusiastic, loyal, and sometimes nervous best friend. Flounder follows Ariel on her adventures despite being easily frightened. Seeking a confident youth performer who sings well and has strong comedic instincts.
Scuttle
Suggested Casting Age: 18+ | Tenor or Character Voice
An energetic, eccentric seagull who considers himself an authority on human objects despite usually being completely incorrect. Seeking a strong singer, dancer, and comedic character actor with bold physicality.
King Triton
Suggested Casting Age: 35–65 | Baritone
The commanding ruler of the sea and devoted father of Ariel and her sisters. Triton is powerful, protective, and deeply concerned about the dangers of the human world. Requires authority, emotional depth, and a strong singing voice.
Sebastian
Suggested Casting Age: 18+ | Tenor or High Baritone
King Triton’s meticulous, anxious, and highly musical advisor. Sebastian is assigned to watch over Ariel but quickly becomes caught up in her adventures. Seeking a charismatic performer with exceptional vocal ability, comic timing, movement skills, and commanding stage presence.
The Mersisters
Suggested Casting Age: 16–35 | Various Vocal Ranges
Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana are Ariel’s older sisters and the daughters of King Triton. Each sister should have a distinct personality and strong individual presence. Seeking skilled singers and movers with excellent harmony and ensemble abilities.
Flotsam and Jetsam
Suggested Casting Age: 14+ | Tenor, Alto, or Flexible Vocal Ranges
Ursula’s sinister, sneaky, and highly theatrical eel accomplices. They work together to manipulate Ariel and carry out Ursula’s plans. Seeking two performers with strong voices, excellent movement skills, and the ability to function as a tightly connected pair. Youth or adult performers may be considered.
Ursula
Suggested Casting Age: 25–65 | Mezzo-Soprano or Alto
A powerful, manipulative, and devious sea witch who seeks revenge against her brother, King Triton. Ursula is theatrical, intelligent, intimidating, and wickedly funny. Requires an exceptionally strong singer and character actor with commanding stage presence.
Chef Louis
Suggested Casting Age: 20+ | Tenor or Character Voice
The enthusiastic and wildly over-the-top palace chef. Chef Louis takes enormous delight in preparing seafood and performs the energetic comedic number “Les Poissons.” Seeking a fearless comedic performer who sings and moves well.
Adult and Youth Ensemble
Suggested Casting Age: 9+
A versatile ensemble of singers, dancers, and actors portraying sailors, sea creatures, seagulls, maids, chefs, princesses, townspeople, and other characters throughout Ariel’s story.
Seeking performers with strong musicality, movement ability, character work, and ensemble instincts. Certain featured ensemble tracks may require advanced dance, vocal, or specialty skills.
Dates & Times
Wednesday, April 1st 7:45pm-10:00pm
or
Saturday, April 4th 1:30pm-5:30pm
Location
AUDITIONS will be held at:
PIMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE WEST CAMPUS
Center for the Arts
Black Box Theatre
(2202 W Anklam Rd, Tucson, AZ 85709)
Bring
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A hard copy of your headshot and resume, stapled together
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Please arrive early to sign in before your scheduled audition time
Prepare
Auditions will begin with a dance/movement call, followed by singing in the order you sign in.
Please:
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Wear clothing and shoes appropriate for dance/movement
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Prepare music and sides for the character you most connect with or wish to be considered for
An accompanist will be provided.
You may be asked to perform one song and/or one side.
Please arrive before your audition slot to sign in and please bring a hard copy of your picture and resume stapled together.
Seeking
GOMEZ ADDAMS
Male-identifying, tenor/baritone. Suave, passionate patriarch of the Addams family. Proud of his eccentric family and deeply devoted to Morticia. Struggles to keep Wednesday’s secret from his wife.
Female-identifying, alto/mezzo. Elegant, commanding matriarch with a sharp wit. Intuitive and strong. Suspects Gomez is hiding something and works to uncover the truth.
MAL BEINEKE
Male-identifying, high baritone/tenor. Lucas’s conservative father. A rigid businessman concerned with reputation and appearances.
ALICE BEINEKE
Female-identifying, soprano. Charming but tightly wound housewife. Often speaks in rhyme and embraces trends and self-help fads. A comedic role that transforms during the dinner party.
Non-binary or male-identifying, tenor/baritone. Vaudeville-style narrator with boundless energy and childlike wonder.
ADDAMS ANCESTORS(Ensemble)
All genders, all vocal ranges. Ghostly relatives of the Addams family who narrate and comment on the story.
By appointment only
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Saguaro City Music Theatre is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal opportunity will be extended to all individuals without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law. Actors of all ethnicities and backgrounds are strongly encouraged to submit and audition.