Auditions for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast
When: Monday, April 8, and Tuesday, April 9 beginning at 6:30 pm
Callbacks (if needed) will be Saturday, April 13, beginning at 10:00 am
Where: 130 E. Mountain Street, Kernersville, NC 27284 (downstairs of the Salvation Army Building/old library)
- There will be directional signs in the parking area and a sign on the door.
- There is plenty of parking behind and surrounding the audition space
- Enter at the door with the KLT sign and take the elevator down.
What: Here’s what to prepare and bring with you for the audition:
- Prepare 20 bars of a song in the style of the show (we’ll provide an accompanist; bring sheet music; alternatively you can provide your own accompaniment)
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you can move in, as you will learn and perform a short dance routine. You are encouraged to review and learn the dance prior to auditions by viewing the video posted with the audition notice
- Beauty and the Beast Audition Dance
- Complete the audition form (found on this page) and bring 3 copies.
- Please ensure you list all conflicts between the time of auditions and the time of the last show (June 23)
- Alternatively, you can fill out a form at auditions.
- Callbacks will entail reading from the script, as well as additional singing or dancing as needed.
Character Descriptions
• Belle – A young woman with an independent spirit and a love of reading who exudes natural beauty. Gender: Female Vocal range top: F5. Vocal range bottom: E3.
• Beast – The cursed Prince and master of the castle. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: A2.
• Maurice – Belle’s slightly addled genius inventor father. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: Db4. Vocal range bottom: Bb2.
• Gaston – A rude, narcissistic hunter who assumes the world belongs to him. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: E4, Vocal range bottom: A2.
• Lefou – Gaston’s fawning friend, not too bright. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: F#4. Vocal range bottom: B2.
• Les Filles De La Ville (3) – A group of Gaston’s fanatical female followers who energetically pursue him in the hopes of winning
• Gender: Female
• Lumiere – A charming French valet who fancies himself a ladies’ man; becomes a candelabra. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: F#4. Vocal range bottom: F#2.
• Cogsworth – An officious, excitable, English major-domo; becomes a mantle clock. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: A2.
• Mrs. Potts – A sweet, kind-hearted head of the kitchen staff and mother to Chip; becomes a teapot. Gender: Female; Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F#3.
• Chip – Mrs. Potts’s hopeful young son; becomes a teacup. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: F5. Vocal range bottom: A3.
• Madame De La Grande Bouche – A grand, larger-than-life opera singer; becomes a wardrobe. Gender: Female; Vocal range top: D5. Vocal range bottom: C#4
• Babette – A flirtatious maid; becomes a feather duster. Gender: Female; Vocal range top: F5; Vocal range bottom: C4
• Monsieur D’arque – Proprietor of the local insane asylum. Gender: Male; Vocal range top: A4. Vocal range bottom: D3
• Ensemble – Villagers, Castle Staff, Narrator, Wolves, etc.
Rehearsal and Performance Information
- Rehearsals are tentatively scheduled to begin on Monday, 4/22 with a company meeting and read through, and will continue on Mondays – Fridays through opening night from 6:30 – 9:30 (tentatively).
- We anticipate having 4 weekend afternoon choreography rehearsals.
- IT’s VERY important to list ALL your conflicts.
- Rehearsals (through Tech Week) take place at 130 E. Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284
- TECH WEEK BEGINS SUNDAY, 6/ 9 at 1pm. Rehearsals may go later in preparation for opening night.
- PERFORMANCE DATES:
- June 13 at 7:30 pm
- June 14 at 7:30 pm
- June 15 at 7:30 pm
- June 16 at 2:00 pm
- June 21 at 7:30 pm
- June 22 at 7:30 pm
- June 23 at 2:00 pm (with strike following) Strike is required for all cast members
- Tech Week and Performances occur at Kernersville Elementary School (512 W. Mountain St, Kernersville, NC 27284)
*Musical scripts are rented and must be returned at the end of the show. In order to ensure that KLT doesn’t have to pay for lost/damaged scripts, we request a $35 deposit before cast members receive a script. You’ll be asked for the $35 deposit at the first company meeting. If this is a barrier to your participation, please let us know so we can work with you. KLT does not want finances to be a barrier to anyone’s ability to participate.
We welcome actors of all ages to audition. (Actors under 12 require parental supervision)
To audition via video submission: Come back to this site AFTER March 21 to watch and learn the dance posted
- Record yourself doing the dance, and singing an appropriate audition song (at least 20 bars)
- Email your audition video to [email protected] by 11:00 pm on April 5, 2024
- Attach the audition form, and include whether you’re available for callbacks or not
Kernersville Little Theatre does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
A special note from the Director:
We greatly look forward to you sharing your wonderful talent at auditions for Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is truly a tale as old as time that has provided a wonderful story that so many have connected with ever since childhood. At auditions, come excited to show us how you genuinely connect with the character you are portraying in your vocal audition and the fun you can have while dancing. We are looking for those who can authentically bring a story to life and help us see not only the joys but the hardships that life offers in ways we might never expect.
We are excited to see YOU and what YOU have to share! Thank you for taking the time to audition, we look forward to working together to Inspire our community with Magic and Creativity through sharing the remarkable journey of the characters in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast!`
-Kristen Skidmore
Take the Stage!
At KLT, we conduct open auditions and welcome anyone in the community to have the opportunity to “take the stage”. Auditions are generally held three to four months prior to the show’s production dates. Details of upcoming auditions will be communicated on our Facebook page, through email blasts and on our website.
For information on preparing for your audition and what to expect when auditioning at Kernersville Little Theatre, please scroll to the bottom of this page. We want to make sure you make the most of your audition experience.
Audition Preparations
*Audition Form – Our audition form is now available HERE for you to download. Please bring 3 copies of your completed audition form and conflict calendar to save time when you arrive!
*Age Range – Look for the character descriptions and any minimum age requirements in each audition notice.
We want you to get the most out of your audition with KLT. Below are some general guidelines about our audition process and tips on preparing for your audition.
*Experience – You don’t need any experience to audition, or even to get a great part at Kernersville Little Theatre. We get people with lots of experience and some with none at all. All that is required is an interest in performing and a willingness to commit!
*What to Bring – You will be asked to identify any conflicts that you will have starting with the audition dates and running through the last performance, so bring your calendar. If you have a resume showing your performing experience, you can bring that, but most people don’t. We will ask you to fill out an audition form with your contact information and experience.
*What to Wear – Always wear comfortable clothes and shoes – NO SANDALS OR FLIP FLOPS, especially if you are auditioning for a musical. If you are an experienced dancer you may want to bring your specialty dance shoes.
*What to Prepare – The audition for non-musicals will consist of reading from the script. You do not have to prepare anything, but it can be helpful to have read or seen the play ahead of time so that you are familiar with what is going on in the script. Individual directors may ask you to participate in some improvisations or theatre exercises, but don’t let that intimidate you – we’re here to have fun and to learn more about you!
If you are auditioning for a musical, you will also need to be prepared to sing a song. You should bring a rehearsed song as well as the piano accompaniment. The accompanist will be seeing your music for the first time, so don’t worry if they don’t play it perfectly – just do your best! The Music Director will probably also ask you to sing some scales to understand your vocal range.
Musical auditions may also include a simple dance routine. The choreographer will give you some dance steps to do in a group to evaluate your basic ability.
*Most Important – Relax and have fun! And don’t be afraid to ask questions if anything isn’t clear to you. KLT is all about creating opportunities for you to get experience on and off stage. Come PLAY with us!
Special Thanks to Our Season Sponsors
The Arts Council of Winston-Salem & Forsyth County
North Carolina Arts Council
Kernersville Foundation
Kernersville Magazine
River Landing at Sandy Ridge
Town of Kernersville
Vintage Sound & Light
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