THE LITTLE MERMAID

Audition Packet Fall Musical 2017

www.dsha.info/littlemermaid

First, we would like to thank you for showing an interest in auditioning for a DSHA production. The
production team of Mrs. Rhonda Schmidt (Director), Mrs. Rebekah Wickert (Music Director), Amanda
Marsala (Tech Director), and Christal Wagner (Choreographer) are looking forward to building this show
with you and helping you become the best performers you can be. DSHA is known for putting on quality
productions, and we all know that this comes with the hard work and dedication of everyone involved-
production team, performers, volunteers, and crew.

Like any extracurricular activity, it is a true commitment of time and energy on your part. The process is
a combination of hard work and great fun, but please think carefully about the commitment needed.
Absenteeism and tardiness will not be tolerated and could result in you being removed from the
production. The following pages will contain all the information you need to sit down with your
parent/guardian, read through the material, and make an educated decision about your involvement.

The signed contract must accompany you to the audition.

The Little Mermaid is a Disney musical about a girl’s search to follow her dreams and explore a new
world while realizing that she can always come back home. It is a show about a young woman working to
follow her dreams and navigate her relationship with her father while finding autonomy. Due to the
structure of the script, there will be one ensemble in the show that changes costumes back and forth
between groups.

There are many factors that go into our final casting decision such as: age, grade, conflicts,
experience, type, singing, dance, acting, and how you interact with the other actors. If you do not get into
this production, please do not be discouraged from auditioning again. This may not have been the right
show for you, but please consider being involved in a different way this year by applying for our tech
crew. This is a great way to to be involved in a production and get to know the inner-workings of a show.
Keep working on your craft, get better and always do THE SUMMER SHOW for experience. Everyone
who registers for the summer show has the opportunity to participate.

Please note that we will have a parent meeting on September 7th from 6:00 pm - 7:00, where
parents/guardians will find out about ways to be involved in making this production a success, and each
cast member will receive a packet for ordering DVDs, selling playbill ads, and ordering tickets.

FOR A DETAILED SHOW SYNOPSIS, SONG SELECTIONS AND CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS:

Look at the callboard, www.dsha.info/littlemermaid or visit the MTI site:
http://www.mtishows.com/disneys-the-little-mermaid

Sincerely,

Rhonda Marie Schmidt (Director)

THEATRE PRODUCTION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES:

Please read them carefully and be sure you understand all policies before signing the contract.
1. Three Strikes and You’re Out.
Any absence not found on the original audition form or not deemed as a medical emergency is
considered a strike. Three strikes will result in a demotion in casting or expulsion from the
production. This will be determined on an individual basis.
*Parents are asked to please try and honor this by not scheduling appointments and other
activities during rehearsals unless they are on the original audition form.

2. Audition Slots and Callbacks

Be early and be prepared. Get there in plenty of time to become focused and prepared. If you
are late you may have to wait until the end or miss the opportunity to participate in callbacks.
Remember your audition/callback begins the minute you enter the room. Be professional and be
yourself. Have fun!!
*If you are not called back, it does not necessarily mean you are not in the show. It could
mean that the director already knows where to put you and therefore does not need to
see anything else.

3. DSHA School Policies

Failure to comply with any academic or behavioral policies WILL lead to your expulsion from the
production. This includes substance abuse, violence, or academic probation. These will be dealt
with on a per-situation basis between the Dean of Students and the production staff.

4. Extracurricular Activities
Due to the demanding schedules of sports and the fall musical, you are not allowed to participate
in a fall sport and the fall musical. DSHA has deemed this to be too difficult on the students and
their studies. You must choose one to be involved in.

5. Technical Requirements
All cast members are required to attend at least one of the 4 Saturday morning construction
builds for a total of 4 building hours. The sets for the fall musicals are extravagant and we need
everyone’s help to make them the best they can be. All cast members are required to attend the
all-day technical rehearsals and dress rehearsals the Saturday and Sunday before show
week. All cast members are required to be at “strike” the Sunday and Monday following the
last performance. Please see the attached critical dates sheet for exact dates and times on
technical requirements.

6. Family Expectations
● Volunteering: Each parent/guardian is asked to sign up for at least one volunteer
slot that will be shared in a Sign-up Genius from our parent volunteer coordinator.
This slots may include but are not limited to set build, costume help, playbill ad
solicitation, meal planning, ticket sales, and concessions. Adult involvement is
instrumental in allowing the production team and students to focus on rehearsals
and the show.
● Publicity: All cast members are required to help with the costs of the production by
selling $100.00 worth of ad sales. This can be done by selling ads that range from
only $25 to $250. These ads are why we are able to afford full orchestra every
year. We will hold an ad-selling contest in fall. (One full page angel ad is $100…
just sell one!)
 Production Fees in Detail

Production Fees will be due at the mandatory parent meeting taking place on Thursday, September 7th
from 6:00pm – 7:00pm. Those needing any financial assistance, please do not let this hinder your child
from auditioning- contact Mrs. Schmidt to make special arrangements- schmidtr@dsha.k12.wi.us.

Mandatory Fees:

Participation Fee
The cost of doing a production is high. In order to assist with the cost of performance royalties,
sets, costumes, and so forth, each cast member is required to pay a fee of $65.00.

Cast Meal Fee

There are three times during the production in which the PFAA provides food for the entire cast:
the welcome picnic, the dance intensive weekend, and during tech weekend rehearsal. We ask
that each student donates $15.00 toward this.

Optional Purchases:

Show T-Shirt
T-shirts are ordered for each production we do here at DSHA. It is great for advertising and
students can wear them show week. If your child would like one the cost is $10.00.

Yard Sign
If you would like a yard sign advertising the show, the cost is $7.00. This is a great way to let our
communities know the great work we are doing at DSHA!

DVDs are ordered online only, and you will receive purchasing information at the parent meeting.

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Please fill out the form below,

cut on the dotted line above, and submit with payment at the parent meeting:

__X__ $65 Participation Fee (mandatory)

__X__ $15 Cast/Crew Meal Fee (mandatory)

_____ $10 Show T-Shirt

_____ $7 Show Yard Sign

______ Total Fees and Purchases (Circle) Cash Check

*Make checks payable to Divine Savior Holy Angels

 Audition Requirements
There will be two types of auditions for the musical. You choose which is best for you.

1. SOLOIST ROLE: Everyone who is trying out for a soloist role must sign up for a four minute slot
on Tuesday, May 30th. You need to prepare one of the short vocal selections provided for you in
the song packet found at www.dsha.info/littlemermaid. You then may be asked to sing another
selection from the song packet, BUT you MAY use your music for this. Just try and be familiar
with the selections so you can sing well. *You will then stay and participate in all the dance
auditions.

2. ENSEMBLE ROLE: If you would like to audition for an ensemble role, and NOT a soloist role,
you may sign up for the “group singing audition” on Tuesday, May 30th. The song selection for
the group audition is found in the song packet at www.dsha.info/littlemermaid. You will sing this
with a group and then potentially individually. *You will then stay and participate in all the
dance auditions.

3. CALLBACKS: In the callback list, you will be informed for which roles you are being called to
read/sing. We ask that you prepare one of the short vocal selections for those role/roles provided
for you in the song packet found at www.dsha.info/littlemermaid. Be prepared to read from the
script and potentially dance again.

Audition Schedule:

TUESDAY, MAY 30th 12:00 noon - 6:00 pm

12:00 - 2:05 Soloist audition: four minute slots
2:05 - 2:15 Group Singing Audition
2:15 - 2:45 Cold Read Auditions (audition sides www.dsha.info/littlemermaid)
2:45-3:00 Break
3:00 - 4:00 Dance Audition Rising Grades 10-12
4:00 - 5:00 Dance Audition: Rising 9th Grade and Boys
5:00-5:15 Break
5:15 - 6:00 Singing Audition: Rising 9th Grade & Boys
6:00 - 6:30 Cold Read Auditions: Rising 9th & Boys (sides: www.dsha.info/littlemermaid)

CALLBACKS WEDNESDAY, MAY 31: (These times are approximate. Please be early and be flexible)
Callbacks are from 3:30 – 7:00 in the music room. Please print off callback sides from the
website. www.dsha.info/littlemermaid and be prepared to sing and read from the script using
required voices and accents.

THE LITTLE MERMAID

 Character Descriptions
(F)- female casting (M)- male casting (E)-either

Ariel (F) the heroine of our story, is a little mermaid who longs to be human. Ariel has some beautiful solos
but must be able to convey meaning through gesture once she loses her voice.
Gender: Female Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Prince Eric (M) is the adventurous prince who captures Ariel's heart.
Gender: Male Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: B3

Sebastian (E) is the meticulous and anxious crab who tries to keep Ariel safe while getting to lead some of the
most memorable songs in the show!
Gender: Both Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: A3

Flounder (E) is Ariel's sincere and sensitive best friend who is loyal to the end.
Gender: Both Vocal range top: Db5 Vocal range bottom: G3

King Triton (M) rules the sea and is a force to be reckoned with. This non-singer needs to command the stage as a
strong leader but also show the tenderness of a parent.
Gender: Male

The Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana) (F) are Ariel's siblings and full of personality and
sass.
Gender: Female Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Ursula (F) is the manipulative sea witch who tries to overthrow King Triton. She is cunning and devious and will
stop at nothing to get what she wants.
Gender: Female Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: F3

The Tentacles (E) are extensions of Ursula, perhaps the poor unfortunate souls who are trapped in her lair.
Gender: Both Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4

Flotsam and Jetsam (E) are Ursula's slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky.
Gender: Both Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4

Scuttle (E) is the know-it-all seagull who serves as Ariel's expert on humans. He is funny and off-beat.
Gender: Both Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3

The Gulls are Scuttle's flock of zany "back-up singers" who help explain human stuff to Ariel.
Gender: Both Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: B3

Grimsby (E) is Prince Eric's prim and proper valet. He is rigid in personality and constantly trying to guide Prince
Eric towards the throne.
Gender: Male Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: E4

Chef Louis (E) is the over-the-top head chef in the palace. He is always wild and frenetic. This is an excellent
featured role for a comedic performer.
Gender: Male Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: A3

The Chefs (E) are Chef Louis's assistants.

Gender: Both

Carlotta is the headmistress in Prince Eric's palace and Ariel's greatest human ally (non-singing role).
Gender: Female

The six Princesses (F) try everything they can to win the heart of Prince Eric.
Gender: Female Vocal range top: G5 Vocal range bottom: E4

The Pilot (M) is the head sailor on Prince Eric's ship. This nautical expert entertains sailors with wild tales of the
sea.
Gender: Male Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

The Sailors (E) are the crew of Prince Eric's ship. They are eager for adventure and ready to tackle a storm.
Gender: Both

The Seahorse (E) is the court herald for King Triton. This is a non-singing role.
Gender: Both

The Sea Chorus (E) is responsible for creating each world within the show.
Gender: Both

Sea Creatures (E) are the ensemble under water animals in King Triton's court.
Gender: Both

The Merfolk of King Triton's Court (E)

Gender: Both

The Lagoon Animals (E) try to convince Prince Eric to kiss Ariel.
Gender: Both

Schedule and Commitment: 2 performance weekends

The general rehearsal schedule is Monday through Thursday from 3:45 to 6:00. NOT everyone is called
everyday and for the entire time. If you end up with a principal role you will have to be at rehearsal more
than others and perhaps a few Friday rehearsals. Ensemble members can count on two to four times a
week until October and principal roles can count on three to four times a week. If you cannot commit to a
heavy schedule, then check the appropriate box on your application.

Once we hit mid October EVERYONE will be called EVERY day and rehearsals will be extended.

The rehearsal schedule will be in detail so you will know exactly when you have to be there, giving you
the opportunity to schedule appointments and other obligations on non-rehearsal days.

Dance Intensive Weekend 

We will be doing a Dance Intensive weekend where we will learn three-four numbers from the show. Not
only does this take stress off of the schedule, but it is a great way to bond as a cast and get the show
quickly off the ground…and it’s fun to sweat!

Plan for all cast to attend the Dance Intensive-- rehearsal plan for these days will be announced after
casting is complete.

Friday, September 22nd 3:30 – 7:00 pm

Saturday, September 23rd 8:00 am – 6:30 pm

Other Critical Dates:

 First-read rehearsal
Wednesday, August 23, 3:30-5:30

First-read finish, Music rehearsal, and Picnic

Thursday, August 24, 3:45-5:00 Rehearsal | 5:00 Picnic

Rehearsals for September and early Oct.

M – TH 3:45-6:00 pm and a few Friday rehearsals for leads as scheduled.
Get detailed rehearsal schedule in August. Not called every day.

Mandatory Cast/Crew and Parent Meeting

September 7, 6:00pm – 7:00pm (Fees due)

Dance Intensive Weekend

Friday, September 22, 3:30 – 7:00 pm
Saturday, September 23, 8:00 am – 6:30 pm

Pit rehearsal with Cast

Wed, October 25, 5:30 – 9:00

“Dry Tech” Rehearsal for Crew Only

Friday, Oct 27, 3:00 – 7:00pm

Tech Rehearsals ALL Cast/Crew

Saturday, Oct 28, 8:00am – 7:00pm

Tech Rehearsal 2 / Sound Run

Sunday, Oct 29, 12:00 – 9:00

First Dress with Orchestra

Monday, Oct 30, 5:00 – 9:30

Evening Dress Rehearsals

Tuesday – Thursday Oct 30 - Nov 1 , 4:30pm – 9:30pm

Evening Preview Performance

Thursday, Nov 2 6:00 pm | Open to DSHA students and TSC only

Performances
Fri. Nov 3 – Sun. Nov 5 | Fri. Nov 10 – Sat. Nov 11 | 7pm and 2pm on Saturday and Sunday

Strike
Sunday, November 12, 12:00-5:00
Monday, November 13th All Day
*Required for ALL Cast and Crew*

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 The Little Mermaid
AUDITION APPLICATION
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

NAME________________________________________________DATE______________________
HEIGHT________ HAIR COLOR__________________Would you modify hair color?______________
PARENT CELL _____________________________________________________________________
YOUR CELL_______________________________________________________________________
EMAIL__________________________________________ NEXT YEAR’S GRADE_______________
WHAT SCHOOL DO YOU ATTEND?_____________________________________________________
PARENT OR GUARDIAN NAMES _______________________________________________________
PARENTAL EMAIL(S) (print very clearly)__________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
FULL MAILING ADDRESS_____________________________________________________________
CITY__________________________________________________ZIP________________________
What is your voice type (if you know, ex: Soprano, alto, tenor, baritone)? _________________________
Not including Little Mermaid, how many times have you auditioned for a DSHA Fall Musical? ________
In how many of the DSHA Fall musicals have you been cast? ___________
Are you auditioning more for a soloist or dancer role? ______________________________________
Which two roles could you see yourself playing? __________________________________________
If female, you may be cast as a male. Circle “yes” if you understand & are comfortable with this. YES
________________________________________________________________________________

DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE – FOR USE OF THE DIRECTOR

Title of Song: ___________________________________________

Vocal Score: ___________ Acting Score: ___________

Dance Audition Score: _______________

Vocal Range: ________ to ________

Possible Parts: ____________________________________

NOTES:

CONFLICTS:
Casting will be based not only on talent but also availability. Please read carefully the rehearsal
requirements and responsibilities carefully. Take special note of rehearsal times.

LIST ALL CONFLICTS DURING REHEARSALS and PERFORMANCES. You must put down any
conflicts now. Future conflicts may not be honored and could count as strikes against you. (see policy)

I do NOT have any conflicts: ⬜

These are ALL of my conflicts: (look carefully at retreats, work, and mandatory school events)
_________________________________ _________________________________
_________________________________ _________________________________
_________________________________ _________________________________
_________________________________ _________________________________
_________________________________ _________________________________

Previous Performance Experience: PLEASE list ALL EXPERIENCE (attach resume or list below)
Show Role Theater/Place Year

List Additional Acting/Dancing/Singing Experience/Training/Special Skills: (dance classes, voice

lessons, acting class, choir, juggling, tumbling, circus skills, impersonations etc. # of years)

Skill School/Company Years Taken Learned on own or Teacher?

CREW:
Should you not be cast, would you be interested in working on Crew?(circle) YES NO
Please circle crew positions in which you might be interested:

Follow spot Set construction Painting Sound Run Crew

Lighting Rehearsal assistant Wardrobe/costumes Assistant Director (Juniors

Only)

List any experience you may have:

Show Position Held Theater/Place Year

THE TWO STATEMENTS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE

MUST BE SIGNED IN ORDER TO AUDITION!

THESE TWO STATEMENTS MUST BE SIGNED IN

ORDER TO AUDITION
 Please read the “DSHA Production Policies and Procedures” section BEFORE signing.
STUDENT STATEMENT OF ACCEPTANCE

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE AUDITION, REHEARSAL AND ALL PRODUCTION
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES of The Little Mermaid AND AGREE TO COOPERATE FULLY
WITH THE CREATIVE TEAM AND FOLLOW THESE POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. I
UNDERSTAND THAT THREE STRIKES WILL LEAD TO AN EXPULSION FROM THE
PRODUCTION. I UNDERSTAND THE TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS BEING ASKED OF ME
AND THE PUBLICITY REQUIREMENTS. I WILL NOTE WHEN THE DANCE INTENSIVE WILL
BE. I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT MY ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE MUST REMAIN
SATISFACTORY THROUGHOUT THE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE. A
VIOLATION OF THE DSHA SCHOOL “CODE OF CONDUCT” WILL ALSO RESULT IN THE
EXPULSION FROM THE PRODUCTION.

SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE ___________

PARENT / GUARDIAN PERMISSION

AS PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN OF THE STUDENT LISTED ABOVE, I HAVE READ AND
FIND THE AUDITION, REHEARSAL, AND PRODUCTION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
ACCEPTABLE AND SHALL PERMIT MY CHILD TO AUDITION FOR, ACCEPT A ROLE IN,
REHEARSE, AND PERFORM IN THE DIVINE SAVIOR HOLY ANGELS HIGH SCHOOL
PRODUCTION OF The Little Mermaid. I UNDERSTAND THAT THERE IS A $65.00
PARTICIPATION FEE FOR ALL PERFORMERS AND A $15.00 TECH DINNER FEE DUE AT
THE MANDATORY PARENTAL MEETING ON Thursday, September 7th from 6:00 – 7:00.
FURTHERMORE, I AGREE TO SUPPORT MY CHILD BY ENSURING PROMPT AND
FAITHFUL REHEARSAL ATTENDANCE AND WILL ALERT THE DIRECTOR IN ADVANCE OF
ANY TRUE EMERGENCY ABSENCES. I UNDERSTAND THAT I WILL COMMIT TO SIGN-UP
FOR A VOLUNTEER SLOT SENT BY THE VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR. I UNDERSTAND
THAT MY CHILD’S ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE MUST REMAIN ADEQUATE DURING BOTH
THE REHEARSAL AND PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE OR SHE CANNOT CONTINUE
REHEARSING FOR THE PRODUCTION. I UNDERSTAND THE PUBLICITY
REQUIREMENTS AND THE THREE STRIKE PRODUCTION POLICY AND KNOW THAT
VIOLATION OF THAT POLICY OR ANY DSHA “CODE OF CONDUCT” WILL LEAD TO
EXPULSION FROM THE PRODUCTION.

SIGNATURE _________________________________________ DATE __________

The application must be turned in prior to any student auditioning. Thanks

for your cooperation.