NOTICE: Due to the current high spikes in COVID-19 numbers with the omicron variant we ask that you wear a mask when coming to audition. The director will socially distance you on the stage so you can remove the mask while you speak, but we do ask that you wear them when not directly on stage auditioning.
All it takes is for one cast or crew member to come down with Covid to shut down the whole show, so help us take precautions so that the show can go on. Thank you.
All it takes is for one cast or crew member to come down with Covid to shut down the whole show, so help us take precautions so that the show can go on. Thank you.
Welcome to the WLAC page for Disney's 101 Dalmatian KIDS auditions! If you have any questions that are not covered here, please call 903.872.5421 or email us at info@thewlac.com - THANK YOU & SEE YOU AT AUDITIONS!
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AUDITION DATES:
February 7th & 8th @ 6pm PLEASE ARRIVE EARLY TO FILL OUT YOUR AUDITION SHEETS or DOWNLOAD AND FILL OUT IN ADVANCE (see link below) 
AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD ON THE MAIN STAGE
Show dates: April 7-15 2022
ABOUT 101 DALMATIANS KIDS
Based on the classic animated film, Disney's 101 Dalmatians KIDS is a fur-raising adventure featuring Cruella De Vil, Disney's most outrageous villain, and 101 of the most adorable heroes to set their paws onstage. With a high-spirited score and lovable characters, this stage adaptation is certain to charm and delight all audiences. Pet owners, Roger and Anita, live happily in London with their Dalmatians, Pongo and Perdita, stalwart dogs devoted to raising their puppies. Everything is quiet until Anita's former classmate, the monstrous Cruella De Vil, plots to steal the puppies for her new fur coat. The Dalmatians rally all the dogs of London for a daring rescue of the puppies from Cruella and her bumbling henchmen. | ||
Directed by
Carol Jones
Music & Lyrics by
Mel Leven, Randy Rogel, Richard Gibbs,
Brian Smith, Martin Lee Fuller, Dan Root
Book Adapted & Additional Lyrics by
Marcy Heisler
Music Adapted & Arranged by
Bryan Louiselle
Based on the novel by Dodie Smith
& the Disney films
Carol Jones
Music & Lyrics by
Mel Leven, Randy Rogel, Richard Gibbs,
Brian Smith, Martin Lee Fuller, Dan Root
Book Adapted & Additional Lyrics by
Marcy Heisler
Music Adapted & Arranged by
Bryan Louiselle
Based on the novel by Dodie Smith
& the Disney films
AUDITION INFO
Please prepare a musical theatre style song with accompaniment that highlights your range and skill. The song should be no longer than 1 minute. Your accompaniment music should not include vocal tracks (must be karaoke style)
* Please, nothing a cappella (bring music to sing to).
* A cord to plug into phone or computer & speaker will be available.
* There may be a dance component. Please dress to move.
* Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script.
Please prepare a musical theatre style song with accompaniment that highlights your range and skill. The song should be no longer than 1 minute. Your accompaniment music should not include vocal tracks (must be karaoke style)
* Please, nothing a cappella (bring music to sing to).
* A cord to plug into phone or computer & speaker will be available.
* There may be a dance component. Please dress to move.
* Auditions will also consist of cold readings from the script.
CAST OF CHARACTERS
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Cruella De Vil
Cruella is the rich, fashion-forward antagonist of the story who harbors a penchant for puppy fur. Ruthless and impulsive, she should command the stage with dramatic flair and brassiness. Needs an actor who can sing – with a strong, authoritative presence – and who can move with a high, captivating energy. Gender: Female Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: Ab3 Roger Roger, married to Anita, is the soft-spoken yet confident composer and owner of Pongo and Perdita. His relaxed form of leadership acts as a contrast to the frenetic Cruella. He needs to be a strong actor, singer, and mover with an adult bearing that sets him apart from the more immature puppies. Gender: Male Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: A#2 Anita Anita, wife of Roger, is a sweet and nurturing painter whose kind disposition acts as a stark contrast to Cruella's cruelty. As she has only a single line to sing, this role needs an actor with strong acting skills who is comfortable portraying an adult. Gender: Female Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: D4 Horace and Jasper Horace and Jasper, Cruella’s two henchmen for hire, provide the show’s comic relief à la Abbott and Costello or Laurel and Hardy. Though they sing together often, need actors with strong comedic timing who can excel at physical comedy. While not necessary, these two can speak with Cockney accents. Gender: Male Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: Ab3 Perdita and Pongo Perdita and Pongo, the puppies’ parents, have similar dispositions to their owners, Roger and Anita. These roles do not require solo singing, but need actors capable of projecting a more mature presence than their pups. Gender: Any Lucky, Patch, Penny, and Pepper Perdita and Pongo’s funny and spirited pups. Gender: Any |
Sergeant Tibbs
Sergeant Tibbs is the army cat that rallies the Dogs of London to rescue the puppies. This role is gender neutral – just be sure to cast an actor with a strong voice that can project an authoritative air. This cat has a short, but sweet solo, so make sure vocals are strong. Gender: Any Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: G4 Police Officer The Police Officer that arrests the villains. Needs an actor who can convey a no-nonsense attitude. Gender: Any Dogcatcher This role is gender neutral, and needs an actor who can excel at creating a few moments of physical comedy with Cruella. Gender: Any Dogs of London The Dogs of London include the Boxers, Scotties, Poodles, and Chihuahuas that assist Perdita and Pongo in saving their puppies. All should be comfortable embodying the physical movement of their particular breed. Within the ensemble numbers, there are some opportunities for solos, pairs, or small groups. Gender: Any Boxer Narrator, Scottie Narrator, Poodle Narrator, and Chihuahua Narrator Boxer Narrator, Scottie Narrator, Poodle Narrator, and Chihuahua Narrator help to tell the story and are part of the "Dogs of London" ensemble (see above). Because the clarity of the plot relies on them, performers need excellent diction and projection. Gender: Any Freckles and Spotty Freckles and Spotty, two Dalmatian puppies stolen by Cruella. Each puppy has one solo line of dialogue. Gender: Any Other Puppies Dognapped by Cruella, these Dalmatian pups can be double-cast. Gender: Any Nanny Nanny is the warm yet outspoken housekeeper to Roger and Anita. This is a small role that requires a strong speaking voice (no singing required). Gender: Female |
Disney’s 101 Dalmatians KIDS is presented through special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by Music Theatre International.
421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
Script, music, and all other material © 2016 Disney
Broadway Junior and MTI’s Broadway Junior Collection are trademarks of Music Theatre International. All rights reserved.
421 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019
Script, music, and all other material © 2016 Disney
Broadway Junior and MTI’s Broadway Junior Collection are trademarks of Music Theatre International. All rights reserved.
BEFORE THE AUDITION:
-- Double Check the performance schedule before you audition. It's disappointing to audition, get a part and then find that rehearsals interfere with classes or that you'll be out of town during the 2 weeks the play goes on. Rehearsals and performances occur weeknights and on weekends and generally begin within a week of being cast.
-- If possible, read the script and familiarize yourself with the characters. Knowing the characters will help you to decide for which part or parts to audition. Scripts can be borrowed from the theater.
AT THE AUDITION:
-- Be on time!
-- Be respectful of Social Distancing. Stay at least 6 feet away from other people and make sure there are at least 2 chairs between you and anyone else when sitting in the theatre.
-- Wear clothes that are reasonable for the audition and are comfortable.
-- Fill out an Audition Sheet. If this is your first show, then great! Awesome to have you. If you have done shows before it helps to bring a list with you so you do not have to try to remember on the spot. If you have done a lot of shows, only list those that are most recent, biggest roles, and/or from similar styles of shows.
-- Be courteous and professional. Remember you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your audition lasts from the minute you walk in the auditorium until the moment you leave.
-- Most auditions consist of "cold readings" from the scripts. That means you will be asked to read some of the dialogue from the show, sometimes with other people sometimes by yourself. Don't worry if you stumble over words, we're looking for energy and character choices.
-- Relax; auditions do not have to be a painful process. Give it your best shot and HAVE FUN!
"It is the policy of the Warehouse Living Arts Center to cast regardless of race, color or disability. Casting of actors in roles is done on the basis of acting skill and ability demonstrated during the audition process, as well as on the actor’s appropriateness and suitability (physical, vocal, mental, emotional) for available roles. Being invited to an audition does not guarantee that a person will be cast. Occasionally, a cast may be expanded to accommodate a large turnout of talent. "
** Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive email notifications of future auditions!
-- Double Check the performance schedule before you audition. It's disappointing to audition, get a part and then find that rehearsals interfere with classes or that you'll be out of town during the 2 weeks the play goes on. Rehearsals and performances occur weeknights and on weekends and generally begin within a week of being cast.
-- If possible, read the script and familiarize yourself with the characters. Knowing the characters will help you to decide for which part or parts to audition. Scripts can be borrowed from the theater.
AT THE AUDITION:
-- Be on time!
-- Be respectful of Social Distancing. Stay at least 6 feet away from other people and make sure there are at least 2 chairs between you and anyone else when sitting in the theatre.
-- Wear clothes that are reasonable for the audition and are comfortable.
-- Fill out an Audition Sheet. If this is your first show, then great! Awesome to have you. If you have done shows before it helps to bring a list with you so you do not have to try to remember on the spot. If you have done a lot of shows, only list those that are most recent, biggest roles, and/or from similar styles of shows.
-- Be courteous and professional. Remember you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and your audition lasts from the minute you walk in the auditorium until the moment you leave.
-- Most auditions consist of "cold readings" from the scripts. That means you will be asked to read some of the dialogue from the show, sometimes with other people sometimes by yourself. Don't worry if you stumble over words, we're looking for energy and character choices.
-- Relax; auditions do not have to be a painful process. Give it your best shot and HAVE FUN!
"It is the policy of the Warehouse Living Arts Center to cast regardless of race, color or disability. Casting of actors in roles is done on the basis of acting skill and ability demonstrated during the audition process, as well as on the actor’s appropriateness and suitability (physical, vocal, mental, emotional) for available roles. Being invited to an audition does not guarantee that a person will be cast. Occasionally, a cast may be expanded to accommodate a large turnout of talent. "
** Be sure to sign up for our newsletter to receive email notifications of future auditions!
