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2025 Season Auditions

April 10, 12 & 13

Musicals at Richter 2025

Audition Information

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Audition dates:

April 10th, 12th & 13th

All those auditioning

MUST complete BOTH the Online Audition Form

AND the Printable Audition Form.

Please bring one PRINTED COPY

of the Printable Audition Form to the auditions.

ONLINE AUDITION FORM

Printable Audition Form

Audition Location

The Ridgefield Theater Barn

37 Halpin Ln

Ridgefield, CT 06877

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Audition Age Guidelines:

Evita

Principal Cast- All performers must be ages 16 and older.

Youth Ensemble- All performers must be ages 8-15.

(age requirements are by the time of the show)

The Little Mermaid

Principal Cast- All performers must be ages 16 and older.

Youth Ensemble- All performers must be ages 8-15.

(age requirements are by the time of the show)

Fairy Tale Theater

Theater by young people for young people.

Performances are Four Saturdays in July and August.

All performers must be ages 8-15.

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Audition Times:

Thursday, April 10th

7pm - 10pm

Evita & The Little Mermaid

MAR Alumni 16 and older ONLY

Auditions by Appointment

AUDITION TIME SIGN UP

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Saturday, April 12th

10:00am - 12:00pm

Evita & The Little Mermaid Youth

Fairy Tale Theater

Young performers ages 8-15

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Saturday, April 12th

12:30pm - 4:30pm

Evita & The Little Mermaid

All performers ages 16 and older

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Sunday, April 13th

11:00am - 3:00pm

Evita & The Little Mermaid

All performers ages 16 and older

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General Audition Details:

All those auditioning

MUST complete BOTH the Online Audition Form

AND the Printable Audition Form.

Please bring one PRINTED COPY

of the Printable Audition Form to the auditions.

ONLINE AUDITION FORM

Printable Audition Form

Please bring a picture/headshot and resume (stapled)

if you have them.

Please remember to review the 2025 Musicals at Richter Guidelines

and the 2025 Actor Contract.

The schedule of all potential rehearsal dates is available to view so that you may accurately list any conflicts. Please click below.

Potential Rehearsal Schedule

Please come prepared with a list of specific conflict dates

from May 2025 through the performance dates.

All ethnicities are encouraged to attend and all roles are open.

Please note that positions are unpaid and housing is not available.

If you are unable to attend any of the above audition times,

and desire to make alternate arrangements, please email

info@musicalsatrichter.org

Please visit each shows specific page on this website

for more show information, and character breakdowns.

Evita click HERE

The Little Mermaid click HERE

Casting will be announced shortly

after all auditions have been completed.

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Specific Youth Audition Details:

Youth Auditions

Evita & The Little Mermaid

Saturday, April 12th,10:00am - 12:00pm

(All performers must be ages 8-15)

Audition sign ups begin at 9:30.

At 10:00 am, in groups, you will be learning a song -

and then you will individually sing the song.

You may be asked to stay to dance and/or read.

Please bring any conflicts.

Performers ages 12-15

may audition for Flounder at this time.

If auditioning for Flounder, please prepare a Disney song,

but not one from The Little Mermaid.

Your selection should be no more than one minute in length,

and depending on time, you may be asked to perform

only a 32 bar cut.

Potential Rehearsal Schedule

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Specific Audition Details:

Fairy Tale Theater

Saturday, April 12th, 10:00am - 12:00pm

(or if unable to make audition time, please email info@musicalsatrichter.org)

For performers ages 8-15

Upon arrival, auditioners will receive a brief monologue to read and perform.

Auditioners will also perform a scene with other actors from provided sides. Roles will be rotated so everyone can try each part.

No need to prepare anything -

just bring your energy and have fun exploring the material!

All roles are speaking roles in this acting-centric program. While no solo singing is required, auditioners may sing an audition song if they wish, as we might add musical moments to the season.

This season's play selection is being finalized but will include Cinderella, The Wizard of Oz, Hansel and Gretel,

and several folktales from outside of Europe.

Performances will be held on four consecutive Saturday mornings (July 12 - August 2),

with a new play prepared and performed each week.

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Specific Adult Audition Details:

Evita & The Little Mermaid

All performers must be ages 16 and older

Please prepare selections, one ballad and one uptempo,

in the style of the show(s) you are auditioning for. If you are auditioning for The Little Mermaid, please prepare Disney style songs, but not songs from The Little Mermaid itself.

You may choose to sing from Evita, though it is not always recommended, depending on how “specifically” the actor wants to be seen. Singing a selection from a similar style, or based on character type, gives directors/music directors a chance to make an open decision based on a number of available roles to fill.

If you are auditioning for BOTH shows,

bring a selection from one song that reflects the style of

Evita, and one that reflects The Little Mermaid.

Please bring sheet music in a binder for the accompanist

that shows your abilities and range.

Please bring sheet music in your proper key,

with your audition cuts marked.

An accompanist will be provided:

please, no recorded accompaniment or a cappella singing.

Selections should be no more than one minute in length,

and depending on time, you may be asked to perform

only a 32 bar cut.

Those auditioning should also be prepared to, if asked,

to learn a short general dance combination.

You may be asked to read, and if so,

sides will be provided at the audition.

If you are auditioning for Eva or Che you may be asked to sing

Oh What a Circus or A New Argentina

You may be asked to come for a callback on

Sunday April 13th from 3:00pm - 5:00pm,

however this may not be necessary.

Being called back or not being called back does not indicate

casting in any way, but may be used as needed

to clarify the director’s thoughts in casting.

For any questions, please email info@musicalsatrichter.org.

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In addition to performers,

Musicals at Richter seeks volunteers from the area for

backstage duties such as set construction, set painting, properties,

technical (lights/sound) and running crew, along with

front-of-house operations such as ushering and concessions.

Interested individuals are invited to email the theater at info@musicalsatrichter.org.

Several positions offer a stipend.

There are internships available for credit or service hours.

For further information about Musicals at Richter, its season,

and volunteer opportunities, please e-mail info@musicalsatrichter.org.

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The Renaissance of Richter

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Unfortunately, the Christmas storm of 2020 caused massive damage to our stage.
The winds destroyed the masking walls for the stage wings and broke structural supports
on both sides of the stage. The gusts also severely damaged the rear wall of the stage
that provides the principal structural support for the covered backstage area. This
central backstage space shelters the cast and crew during performances
(and inclement weather), provides prop and set piece storage, and serves
as the principal costume changing area during the show.

HOW YOU CAN HELP -
Donate to our rebuilding campaign,
The Renaissance of Richter

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Many thanks for your consideration and support!

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We look forward to seeing you under the stars soon!!!

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About Musicals at Richter

Founded in 1985, Musicals at Richter is Connecticut’s longest-running outdoor
theater. Performances are given on weekends at the Richter Arts Center
(next to the Richter Park Golf Course), 100 Aunt Hack Road, in Danbury.
Nestled in the hills of Western Connecticut, the Arts Center stage has served as
the scenic backdrop for over 100 musicals produced by Musicals at Richter,
as well as a professional springboard for hundreds of up-and-coming performers.

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