Get ready to kick off your Sunday shoes! We’re holding auditions for Footloose Jr., the high-energy musical based on the hit film that celebrates youth, rebellion, and the power of dance. Come show us your moves and help bring this electrifying story to life!
No experience necessary – just bring your energy and passion!
Let’s cut loose together!
TIME / DATE
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 - 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm
No experience necessary – just bring your energy and passion!
Let’s cut loose together!
TIME / DATE
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 - 2:00 pm – 5:30 pm
WHAT TO PREPARE:
- A short song (1 min max – upbeat preferred)
- A brief monologue or reading of your choice
- Be ready to learn a simple dance combination
- A brief excerpt from the script (sides here)
CHARACTERS / ROLES
Walltown values diversity and is open to non-traditional casting; people of all ethnicities, races, and gender identities/expressions are welcomed and encouraged to audition for our productions. All roles are open!
LEAD CHARACTERS
Reverend Shaw Moore - The powerful, traditional local church leader and Ariel's father Ariel Moore - Rebellious daughter of Reverend Moore. Smart, a bit of a bad girl with an edge Ren McCormack - A teenage boy from Chicago who is fun, quick-witted and loves to dance, with an out-going personality SUPPORTING CAST
Chuck Cranston - The local bad boy and Ariel's boyfriend Rusty - Ariel's best friend; a bit scatterbrained, sweet, fun, knows everything about everything Willard Hewitt - A simple country bumpkin with a warm heart and a big smile who befriends Ren Vi Moore – Shaw’s wife and Ariel's mother Ethel McCormack - Ren's mother who would do anything for her son |
FEATURED CHARACTERS (Non-Singing)
Lulu Warnicker – Ren’s Aunt Wes Warnicker – Ren’s Uncle Coach Roger Dunbar – Gym Teacher Eleanor Dunbar – Roger’s Wife ENSEMBLE (Townspeople & Students)
Urleen - Ariel's friend; the smart one of the group Wendy Jo - Ariel's friend Principal Harry Clark Cop Betty Blast – Owner of the Burger Blast Dani , Lindsay, Stevie, & Marty - Chicago Friends Bonnie, Bob/Bobbie, Jude, Chet, Laura Jo - Cowgirls & Cowboys Lyle & Travis - Chuck's Buddies Bickle, Jeter & Garvin - Willard's Friends Congregation - Choir, Parishioners |
REHEARSAL / PRODUCTION SCHEDULE
Please review the production rehearsal schedule below. Details of which cast members are expected at each rehearsal will follow once casting decisions are made. Please bring your calendars to the audition so you can list any and all known conflicts during the rehearsal period.
Cast Table Read
Date TBD (Black Box) All Cast Master Class A Deeper Dive/Character Development Date TBD (Black Box) Full Cast Rehearsals TBD June 10-August 3 Leads and Supporting Rehearsals TBD June 10-August 3 |
Tech Week (Full Cast and Crew)
August 4-7 Times TBD Full Show Performances: Fri. 08/08 -- 7:00pm (Call Time 4:00PM) Sat. 08/09-- 1:00pm (Call Time 11:00PM) Sat. 08/09-- 7:00pm (Please do not leave between shows, snacks will be provided for cast/crew) Sun. 08/10 -- 3:00pm (Tent.) (Call Time 1:00PM) ** Cast Wrap Party immediately following the final show |