Title sponsor:
May 2 – 3, 7:30pm
May 4, 2:30pm
Directed by Jodi Prosser-Muller
Music Directed by David Zych
The Fischer Theatre
Ticket Information: $23 in advance or $25 at the door
$7 student – online or at door
Book by James Lapine
Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
What Happens After “Happily Ever After”…
Into the Woods is a magical and poignant tale that follows a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, they set off on a quest to break the spell. Along the way, they encounter Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and other familiar characters, each with their own wishes and dreams. As their stories interweave, the characters must deal with the consequences of their actions, ultimately learning important lessons about community, responsibility, and the complexities of life. This modern classic from Stephen Sondheim is filled with enchanting music and unforgettable moments.
Into the Woods is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
Audition Information
- Who: Teens and adults, as appropriate for roles – no experience required
- When: Early February 2025
- Where: DLO’s Backstage in downtown Danville
- Prepare: Choose a song (does not have to be from this show) that best demonstrates your vocal ability.
- What to Expect:
- You will sing only about 40-60 seconds of your prepared song. Mark your sheet music ahead of time so that you can show it to the accompanist quickly. We may cut you off early. If we do, we promise it’s not because we don’t like you. We’re just moving things along quickly so that we can get to everyone.
- You may be asked to sing scales so we can assess your range.
- You will audition individually with your song and scales.
- You will read scenes from the script, either alone or with other auditionees.
- Attendance at rehearsals is mandatory. Rehearsals will be Sunday afternoons, and Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Come to auditions with a list of any conflicts between now and May 4, 2025. Put all this information on your audition form.
- Everyone will have a dance audition (usually in groups). Make sure you bring/wear comfortable shoes for your dance audition.
Characters
- Narrator: An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience.
Vocal range: Baritone - Cinderella: A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Age: teen to young adult
Vocal range: Soprano - Jack: The feckless Giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
Age: teen to young adult
Vocal range: Tenor - Jack’s Mother: Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
Age: older adult
Vocal range: Soprano - The Baker: A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Baritone - The Baker’s Wife: Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano - Cinderella’s Stepmother: The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano - Florinda And Lucinda: Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Age: teen to young adult
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano - Little Red Riding Hood: A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
Age: teen
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano - The Witch: Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Mezzo-Soprano - Cinderella’s Mother: Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Soprano - Mysterious Man: A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
Age: older adult
Vocal range: Baritone - Wolf: Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
Age: adult
Vocal range: Baritone - Rapunzel: A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Age: teen to young adult
Vocal range: Soprano - Cinderella’s Prince: Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
Age: adult
Vocal range top: Bass-Baritone - Rapunzel’s Prince: Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
Age: adult
Vocal range top: Bass-Baritone - Giant: Voiceover. The Giant’s wife is an angry and vengeful ‘monster.’ She is seeking restitution for her loss.
Gender: female
Age: adult to older adult