AGE REQUIREMENTS: 8 - 18 years old at the time of the performance.

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Auditions will be held August 8 (5-8 pm) and August 9 (9-11 am). Callbacks will be held August 9 from 11:30-3 pm.

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How Do Auditions Work?

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At Lower Lights Theatre Company, youth production auditions are open to any child ages 8–18. No role is precast. Our motto for auditions is: “You have one minute to shine.”

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We encourage performers to prepare a one-minute song that showcases both vocal strength and acting performance. For this production, expressiveness, storytelling, and character portrayal are just as important—if not more—than pure vocal ability.

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Singing Audition Details

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Performers must prepare a one-minute musical theater song that highlights both performance and vocal skill.

 

Important song guidelines:

• Songs from A Year with Frog and Toad are not allowed.

• Please avoid pop songs.

We are looking for selections from the musical theatre repertoire, or musical standards that match the tone of Frog and Toad—something character-driven, whimsical, gentle, or expressive.

• Performers must bring a Bluetooth-enabled device (like a phone or tablet).

• Their song track must be a karaoke/instrumental version with no backing vocals.

• The track should be queued up and ready for their audition.

• A Bluetooth speaker will be provided.

 

We are looking not just for how well you sing, but for how well you tell a story and embody a character through your song.

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Tips for a Strong Audition

• Choose a song that fits your voice and personality.

• Rehearse your performance with energy, clarity, and character.

• Practice using your karaoke track in advance.

• Be respectful, prepared, and open to direction throughout the process.

• Prepare for callbacks by becoming familiar with the show’s tone, characters, and themes.

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Dance Requirement

 

All performers will learn and perform a short dance routine during the audition process.

The audition dance video will be available online starting July 1.

Performers are expected to learn the dance in advance and be ready to perform it as part of the audition.

 

Auditioning for Lead Roles (Frog or Toad)

 

Performers wishing to be considered for the roles of Frog or Toad must have no more than three conflicts listed on their audition form and must be available for daytime performances October 9 and 10.

*Anyone with more than three rehearsal conflicts will not be eligible for these leading roles.*

 

Audition Process Overview

1. Check in with a show coordinator at the sign-in area.

2. Performers (and parents wishing to watch) are brought into the audition room in groups of 10.

3. Each student:

• Introduces themselves and their song

• Performs their audition solo

• Takes a seat to observe the rest of their group

4. After all 10 performers have sung, they will review the dance routine.

5. The group is then split into smaller sections to perform the dance in front of the artistic team.

6. Afterward, each student will receive a slip indicating:

• Either that they are released from auditions, or

• That they are invited to callbacks on Saturday afternoon 

 

Callbacks are closed—only the artistic team may attend.

 

What to Bring and Wear

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• A printed 8” x 10” color headshot

• A theatrical résumé

• A Bluetooth-enabled device with your karaoke track ready to play

• Clothes that are comfortable for dancing and appropriate for performance

 

Audition Forms

 

You must complete the online audition form and performer questionnaire before audition day. All conflicts must be listed on your audition forms.

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Audition Form

Performer Questionnaire

 

Rehearsal Schedule: August 14-September 27

Living Waters Methodist Church at 424 N Main St, Centerton AR

 

Rehearsals will run Thursdays and Saturdays from August 14-September 27.

 

Thursdays @ 6-9 pm (ages 8-11 will be released by 8): For speaking roles only, called as needed.

Saturdays @ 9 am-3 pm: All cast members will be called every Saturday, but not necessarily for the entire time each week.

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Tech Week: October 2-3, 6-8

McDonald County High School, 100 Mustang Dr, Anderson MO 

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Tech week is a very long and challenging week for performers, directors, and volunteers. Cast members must be present at each tech and dress rehearsal and at each assigned performance. Tech week times below are estimates. Final call times will be provided at a later date.

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October 2-3 will be regular rehearsals, but in our performance space. Call lists will be given later.

October 6-8 will run from 6-9 pm for ALL cast members (including ages 8-11)

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Performance Schedule: October 9-11

McDonald County High School, 100 Mustang Dr, Anderson MO 

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*Possible Library Performances - JUST FROG AND TOAD - sometime between 10/6-10/10*

Field Trip School Performances at MCHS Thursday and/or Friday 10/9-10/10

Thursday @ 6:30 pm

Friday @ 6:30 pm

Saturday @ 1 pm 

Saturday @ 6:30 pm

 

If your child cannot miss school to perform in the School Performances or Library Performance, please let us know at auditions.

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Call times for performances are usually 1.5-2 hours before the performance begins.

 

Performer Details

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1. $75 fee from all performers due by first rehearsal. Payment information will be communicated in casting email. 

2. Each performer provides their own BLACK JAZZ SHOES, base costume (typically light colored biker shorts and tank top/tight fighting shirt), and personal crate.

3. Each performer is asked to sell at least 10 tickets to the show.

4. Each performer will be given a discount code to share with family and friends.

5. An adult representing each performer is required to:

        *Attend two parent meetings

          *Serve 15 hours on a Parent Production Team

          *Work one show and one dress rehearsal

          *Help with move in to the theatre and strike on the final day of performances

          *An “Adult Sponsor” may fulfill these hours on a cast member’s behalf

More information will be given at the parent meeting on August 16th. This is a mandatory meeting for at least one parent/representative for each performer.

 

FAQ

 

Does auditioning guarantee a role?

While we aim to include as many performers as possible, each production has a limited cast size. Many factors go into casting, including:

• Characterization

• Vocal and performance strength

• Rehearsal availability

• Stage presence

• Director’s vision and ensemble balance

 

How many performers will be cast in the show?

We expect to cast between 30-40 performers for this show.

 

Can I submit a video audition?

Yes, but you must get prior approval from the show coordinator. Video auditions must be submitted via a private YouTube link before the first night of auditions.

 

Where do I find the audition forms?

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Audition Form

Performer Questionnaire

 

Attendance & Conflicts

 

All absences must be listed in advance on the Audition Form. Once casting is finalized, additional absences may result in removal from the cast. This includes:

• Missing more than two rehearsals

• Leaving rehearsal early without permission

• Missing required events such as Super Saturday, dress/tech rehearsals, or performances

 

If cast, performers must attend all scheduled rehearsals unless excused by the Artistic Director. Any unapproved absence after casting may result in being dropped from the production.

 

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