Rockville Musical Theatre Announces Auditions for
Into the Woods
March 20 and 21
7:00 – 9:30 PM
(Callbacks, by invitation only, March 23)
**Due to a watermain break at the elementary school, tonight's auditions [March 21]
will be held at St. Paul's United Methodist Church in Kensington, MD.
10401 Armory Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895
Direction: Erin Bone Steele
Music Direction: Chase Frankel
Choreography: Isabelle Olivos-Glander
Producer: Jackie Williams
Performances:
June 30 and July 1, 7, 8, 14, & 15 at 8pm
July 9 & 16 at 2pm
F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre at the Rockville Civic Center
RMT is accepting both in-person and virtual audition submissions.
Casting performers ages 16+.
All roles are open and unpaid. RMT does not precast any role in any production.
[Up to date vaccination against Covid-19 is required for all RMT volunteers]
Auditionees are strongly encouraged to sign up for an audition slot.
Walk-ins are welcome and will be accommodated as vacant slots are available.
What to Prepare:
All auditionees will be asked to complete and submit an RMT audition form and conflict calendar.
We highly recommend preparing these materials in advance.
Vocal Audition:
Please prepare a one-minute selection of a song that is similar to the character for which you are auditioning. Please do not sing a song from Into the Woods. An accompanist will be provided at auditions. Please bring your clearly labeled sheet music in a book or a binder.
Dance Audition:
Dance auditions will be held at callbacks. Please arrive dressed to dance. Dance shoes (character shoes, ballet slippers, or jazz slippers) are recommended but not required.
Virtual Auditions:
Must be submitted to intothewoods@r-m-t.org no later than 10:00 PM on Tuesday, March 21st. If called back, please plan to attend in-person. If you’re not able to attend callbacks in person, please note that with your audition submission.
Please submit the following:
One (1) video clearly stating your name and the song you are performing, as well as your cut following the vocal audition guidelines above. Karaoke tracks or live accompaniment is strongly recommended.
Complete and attach the audition form and conflict calendar to your submission email.
Commitment To Diverse, Equitable, & Inclusive Theater Practices:
RMT strives to create an artistic environment where diverse voices are promoted, supported, and celebrated. In partnership with RMT’s DEI Consultant, the Into the Woods production team is committed to identity-, color-, and ability- conscious casting. We encourage performers of all ages, backgrounds, identities, body types, and abilities to audition.
All roles are open and unpaid. RMT does not precast any role in any production.
Into the Woods Character Breakdown
Please Note: The Age ranges and gender identities listed indicate the age or gender that the character should appear onstage and does not need to match the age/gender identity of the performer
The Witch (Mezzo-Soprano)
Ugly-then-gorgeous, the Witch’s commitment drives much of the plot. On the surface, she is self-righteous, sarcastic, vain, possessive, and charismatic. Inwardly, she is insecure, hurt, and lonely. One of the leading roles with plenty of songs -- a challenging role, strong singing, movement, and acting needed.
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
The Baker's Wife (Mezzo-Soprano)
An ambitious and clever woman who thinks becoming a mother will bring about her happy ending. By turns practical and romantic, determined and distracted. One of the leading roles with several songs. Strong comedic and dramatic acting skills and movement needed.
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella (Soprano)
She is a survivor, trying to find her place in the world. A earnest and warm-hearted maiden who is mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters, and eventually must figure out how to navigate a romance that does not go as she imagined. One of the leading roles with several songs. Strong acting and singing skills and movement needed.
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Little Red Riding Hood (Mezzo-Soprano)
A girl who is strong-willed and witty. Because of her adventures she moves from naive fearlessness to a more mature understanding of the world. Fun character work, one of the leading roles with several songs. Strong comedic acting skills needed.
Age: 16 to 25
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Rapunzel (Soprano)
A lovely maiden who has been sheltered by the Witch and is terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world but does not really understand others’ motivation and manipulation. Needs good vocal control. Strong soprano.
Age: 20 to 35
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Jack's Mother (Soprano)
Although browbeating at times, Jack's mother is a weary single parent working hard to make a stable life for her hapless son.
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Narrator
An excellent story-teller who relates directly with the audience. He/she helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience, but can also speak to and interact with the characters.
Age: any
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
The Baker (Baritone)
A warm hearted baker who is determined but insecure, and has never faced his fears. He is willing to do almost anything to ensure his wife's happiness and build a family, but it's hard for him to admit when he’s wrong. One of the leading roles with several songs. Excellent comedic and acting skills and movement needed.
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
Jack (Tenor)
Jack is committed to his ideas but slow to embrace new thoughts, and not particularly self-aware. He is eager to please and impulsive, traits that will lead him up a beanstalk. One of the leading roles with several songs. Strong tenor. Great acting skills and movement needed.
Age: 16 to 30
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Cinderella's Prince (Bass-Baritone)
Endlessly confident and highly dramatic, he is the hero in his own life’s story. He is gorgeous and he knows it. He is always seeking the next new, exciting thing but is unable to be content with a prize once he’s won it. This makes him an unfaithful lover. One of the leading roles with several songs. Great comedic acting skills and movement needed.
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Rapunzel's Prince (Bass-Baritone)
Just as vain and gorgeous as his older brother. Strives endlessly to beat him in all things. He is also always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor. His is the more humorous role. Several songs. Strong comedic acting skills needed.
Age: 30 to 45
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Wolf (Baritone)
Hungry and seductive. He takes advantage of and misleads his prey. May wear prosthetics or a mask. Strong movement skills needed. May double with one of the princes.
Age: 30 to 35
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Mysterious Man (Baritone)
A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler... with a secret. He is a good-natured observer.
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Cinderella's Mother (Soprano)
She is deceased, but her soul inhabits a tree that Cinderella visits. Her spirit guards and aids Cinderella, and dispenses useful advice. Good singing voice.
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: E4
Cinderella's Stepmother (Mezzo-Soprano)
The self-serving, greedy, and demanding stepmother of Cinderella. Superb character part.
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Florinda And Lucinda (Mezzo-Soprano)
Cinderella's two stepsisters who are “fair of face but vile and black of heart.” They follow in their mother's footsteps, abusing Cinderella and seeking to take advantage of each situation for their own benefit. Loud, energetic, good movement needed. Good character roles.
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Ab5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Granny
Little Red's feisty, knife-wielding grandmother. No solo singing, but plenty of humor.
Age: 50s or older
Giant
(Female or male) Voiceover. The Giant is a 'monster' seeking revenge for the murder of her husband. Loud, angry, offstage voice only.
Age: 40 to 60
Steward
Accompanies the Prince on his missions. Bureaucratic but loyal, full of self-importance. Open vocal range. No solo singing but plenty of good lines.
Age: 20 to 50
Cinderella's Father
Out of touch with his family and oblivious to the world. No solo singing. Open vocal range.
Age: 40 to 55
Milky White
Skillful puppeteer bringing to life the sweet, doomed cow who is Jack’s “best friend.” Movement is essential. No singing.
Age: any