Audition Information:
WHO/WHEN:
Ages 6 – 18
Auditions: December 7 & 8 @ 4:30
Audition Workshop: December 6 @ 10:30
Erie Playhouse Rehearsal Hall 1158 E 12th St, Erie, PA 16503
Performances: March 6 – 15 @ Lecom Stage at the Playhouse
(including school time matinee performances at 10 am and Noon on March 11-13)
Auditioners are asked to arrive and to sign in BEFORE the posted audition start time.
All roles are available. The Erie Playhouse practices color conscious casting. All ethnicities and newcomers are welcome. Crew and other volunteers are also needed for these events. Perusal scripts are available in the box office for 24 hrs. with a refundable $10 deposit. Questions? Please contact ahnika.lexvold@erieplayhouse.org.
THE SHOW:
Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide To School JR.
Book & Lyrics by Marcy Heisler
Music by Zina Goldrich
Adapted from the Junie B. Jones books by Barbara Park
A self-appointed expert on all things first grade, Junie B. is determined to write the ultimate guide – Junie B.’s Essential Survival Guide to School JR. As she deals with writer’s block and constantly getting into trouble, Junie B. quickly realizes that she still has a lot to learn.
DIRECTOR AND CHOREOGRAPHER AHNIKA LEXVOLD
MUSIC DIRECTOR DEVON YATES
AUDITION INFORMATION:
See “Youtheatre Auditions” for a more detailed breakdown of how auditions will run.
Auditions will consist of a monologue, song, and dance portion. You will learn the dance at auditions but should have your monologue and song learned and memorized before auditions. Monologues and songs for auditions are from the show and can be found below. Please choose only one monologue and one song from the options to perform!
There will be an optional (but encouraged!) audition workshop held at the rehearsal hall on December 6 @ 10:30 AM where you can learn the audition dance ahead of time, be able to practice your songs with an accompanist, and work your monologues in groups. This workshop is designed to alleviate some of the stress that goes with auditioning and also to ensure that anyone who wishes will have the resources to feel prepared for their audition.
Auditions start at 4:30 with everyone learning the dance together and performing it for the director. Arrive early to allow time to fill out/turn in audition forms beforehand!
Monologue Options
Choose ONE monologue to perform HERE
Song Options
Listen to the Cast Album HERE
Choose ONE song to perform from the following:
JUNIE B JONES: “DEAR MAY”
Accompaniment (what you will be performing with for your audition)
EXAMPLE (for learning the song)
MAY: “SCHOOL SUPPLIES”
Accompaniment (what you will be performing with for your audition)
EXAMPLE (for learning the song)
SHELDON: “BACKPACKS ON PARADE”
Accompaniment (what you will be performing with for your audition)
EXAMPLE (for learning the song)
COMMITMENT:
Rehearsal will take place 3 – 4 days a week at the Erie Playhouse Rehearsal Hall. Rehearsals will typically take place from 4:30 – 6:30 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and 2 – 4 on Saturdays. Not every actor will be called to every rehearsal, but if you are called to a rehearsal attendance is mandatory! The show will move to the Erie Playhouse Stage the week of February 23rd. Attendance is required at all rehearsals and performances after this date. Please be sure to have any known conflicts with the anticipated rehearsal period for this show ready to provide on your audition form when you arrive!
CHARACTERS:
Junie B. Jones
A spunky, intelligent girl in the first grade. Determined and a bit impulsive, Junie B. finds herself at the center of many classroom antics.
Vocal range top: Eb5
Vocal range bottom: A3
May
The teacher’s pet. Eager to prove her brilliance, May does not prioritize making friends with any of her classmates, and they do not mind.
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Lucille
Poised, put together, and probably a bit spoiled. She controls and plans everything she does – quite the opposite of Junie B.’s bold impulsiveness.
Vocal range top: B4
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Herb
Junie B.’s best friend. An endlessly kind and charming little boy, Herb easily balances out Junie B.’s more demanding side.
Vocal range top: C#5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Sheldon
Definitely not the most popular kid in class. Plagued by a myriad of allergies and clumsiness, Sheldon’s good intentions often end in disaster.
Vocal range top: Db5
Vocal range bottom: Db4
Mother
Junie B.’s no-nonsense mom. She can be tough on Junie B., but it is all out of love.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: C#4
Mr. Scary
The Kids’ Room One teacher. Unlike his name suggests, Mr. Scary is a supportive and encouraging teacher.
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: C4
Principal
Patient, smart, and teaches Junie B. that sometimes rules are important.
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: Ab3
Mrs. Gutzman
The sweet old lunch lady, revered by all of the school kids
Vocal range top: Bb4
Vocal range bottom: E4
Gus Vallony
The school janitor. He is friendly with Junie B. and helps her understand the rules, along with the other adults.
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Mrs. Weller
The school nurse. She helps go over the school rules with the other adults to help Junie B. understand.
Vocal range top: Ab4
Vocal range bottom: C4
Ensemble
The Ensemble includes the following roles: Students (including Student, A Student, and Another Student), Student 1, Student 2, Student 3, Grampa Miller, Dad, Easel, Eraser, Glue, Pencil, Chalk, Ruler, Paper Clip, Cameraman, Mother’s Teachers, “Some Stuff About Clothes” Soloists, “Like What?” Soloists, “Backpacks on Parade” Soloists, Student Sitting in the Middle Soloist, and Matador Soloists
