Audition Information & Registration

We are always updating this page, so be sure to check back often. The next shows we are auditioning for are The Little Mermaid (High School & Adult) and The Little Mermaid Jr. (Grade 3-8).

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Director: Jack Lambert

Vocal Director: Rachel Sandstrom

Choreographer: Bridget Benson

The Little Mermaid

Open to auditioners in High School through Adults.

This will be a mixed-age cast of Adult Performers and High School Performers.

Any student entering 9th Grade or beyond in 2025 is eligible to audition.

Audition Dates: Saturday August 9th and Monday August 11th by appointment only.

Invited Callbacks: Tuesday August 12th (evening)

First Rehearsal: Monday, August 18th (Full Company)

Rehearsal: Rehearsals for The Little Mermaid will typically run Monday - Friday 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Performances: October 10 - November 2

Auditioning for The Little Mermaid:

Auditioners should prepare to sing a song/part of a song (approximately one minute in length). Auditioners can sing with the sheet music of their song (an accompanist will be provided), acapella, or with a track on their phone.

Auditioners will sign up for a time slot. This time slot will show as 30 minutes. This is your vocal audition slot. The audition continues after your vocal time slot for another 30 minutes. Once the vocal auditions are complete your group of 10 will move to a dance/movement audition. There is nothing to prepare ahead of time for this. Please dress for movement. Your audition will last approximately 60 minutes in total.

Ashland strongly encourages performers of all races, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and backgrounds to audition for this production. 
We are actively investing in creating an environment that is safe, accessible and welcoming for all.

Director: Sarah Shervey

Vocal Director: Aaron VanDanacker

Choreographer: Carmen Castello

The Little Mermaid Jr.

Open to auditioners in Elementary & Middle School: Grades 3-8

Audition Dates: Saturday September 6th and Monday September 8th by appointment only.

Invited Callbacks: Tuesday September 9th (evening)

First Rehearsal: Monday, September 15th (Full Company)

Rehearsal: Rehearsals for The Little Mermaid will typically run Monday - Friday 6:00-8:00 p.m. (with slightly longer hours as we get closer to performances)

Performances: November 7 - November 16

*Note: with a lot of interest in The Little Mermaid Jr. we plan to double cast this show. If we double cast there will be a TRIDENT CAST performing shows on November 7, 8, 15, 16 and a CROWN CAST performing shows on November 8, 9, 14, 15.

Ashland strongly encourages performers of all races, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and backgrounds to audition for this production. 
We are actively investing in creating an environment that is safe, accessible and welcoming for all.

Dates and more information about future shows will be available soon. Please check back often!

Tentative audition dates for future shows are:

  • The Sound of Music (All Ages Cast) - September 27th & September 29th

  • Bright Star (High School & Adult aged cast) - November 8th & November 10th

  • Dare to Dream Jr./Oliver (both shows auditioning in the same process) - January 17th - 19th

Official sign-up links would be posted on this page approximately one month before the audition dates.

Frequently Asked Question:
What should I prepare for my audition?

  • Auditioners should prepare approximately 1 minute of a song to sing.

  • Auditioners should chose a song that best shows off their voice - the song itself isn’t as important as long as it is a song that the performer is comfortable with and shows off their vocal range!

  • Auditioners can chose to bring sheet music, an accompanist will be provided (BEST OPTION), or they could play a backing track with their phone or chose to sing a capella (without music of any kind).

  • Note: For dance portions of the audition (when applicable) - there is nothing to prepare. **Just please wear clothes/shoes that are easy to move in.

If you have questions about auditions, please contact auditions@ashlandproductions.org

 

Inclusive Casting Statement

Ashland strongly encourages performers of all races, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, and backgrounds to audition for all productions. This includes participation in workshops, camps, or any other activities at Ashland Productions. 
We are actively investing in creating an environment that is safe, accessible and welcoming for all.