Auditions
Auditions are open to actors who are registered for the summer camp, and will occur on the first day. ECT encourages every student to participate in auditions! It is a great way to learn about the process of creating a main-stage musical, but also invites students to learn about themselves as actors and gain confidence when performing in front of an audience. Every student is a member of the ECT family.
What will I need prepared for auditions?
Unlike past years, students will not be required to prepare anything for auditions! The first day will consist of a series of workshops that will prepare the students for when it comes time to audition for the directors.
Audition Process
In order to keep the audition process calm, casual, and stress-free, all auditions are closed. This means that only the directors are in the room as the students audition. ECT is a very supportive family and although other actors will not be in the room when the actual auditions occur, we encourage everyone to congratulate each other after their audition.
If actors have any questions or concerns about the audition process, please don't hesitate to contact us.
You can reach the director at mitchg@encorect.org
You can reach the director at mitchg@encorect.org
Callbacks
Callbacks will be held on the second day of camp. When the actors arrive in the morning, they will see which parts they are called back for. Each actor will be assigned scenes to read, songs to sing, and/or dances to dance. They will have plenty of time to prepare before they are asked to take the stage and perform for the directors.
Callbacks will be held on the second day of camp. When the actors arrive in the morning, they will see which parts they are called back for. Each actor will be assigned scenes to read, songs to sing, and/or dances to dance. They will have plenty of time to prepare before they are asked to take the stage and perform for the directors.
Casting
When all auditions and callbacks are complete, the directors begin the very difficult job of casting the show. Every actor who auditions will get a part! The cast list will be posted that night on our website and we will hold our first official rehearsal on the next day.
When all auditions and callbacks are complete, the directors begin the very difficult job of casting the show. Every actor who auditions will get a part! The cast list will be posted that night on our website and we will hold our first official rehearsal on the next day.
Lion King Jr. character breakdownRafiki
A wise mandrill who acts as healer of the Pridelands and guides Simba on his journey home. She is an omniscient character, evincing an air of mystery. Rafiki has significant solos in "Circle of Life" and "He Lives in You," and leads the African chants throughout the show. Rafiki must have a strong singing voice. Mufasa The strong, honorable, and wise lion who leads the Pridelands. Mufasa should command respect onstage and also show tenderness with his son, Simba. The actor playing Mufasa must be mature and should be able to convincingly portray the king. Sarabi A featured lioness, Mufasa's mate, and Simba's mother. The actor playing Sarabi must have the care and command of a queen. Zazu The anxious yet loyal assistant to Mufasa who is always busy trying to do his duty. Zazu's lyrics are spoken rather than sung, and the role can be played by any gender. Scar The antagonist of the show, overcome with jealousy of his brother, Mufasa, and nephew, Simba. Coldhearted and wickedly intelligent, he will stop at nothing to become king of the Pridelands. The actor playing Scar must be a mature performer who can bring out this villain's dark side while handling Scar's sarcastic sense of humor. Young Simba The protagonist of the story, is an adventurous and endearing cub who can't wait to be king of the Pridelands. Simba is playful, energetic, and naive, but after his father Mufasa's death, Simba struggles with shame and his destiny. The actor playing Young Simba but be a strong singer and a dynamic performer. Simba Grows from a cub to lion in "Hakuna Matata." Older Simba has more complex moments as he reunites with Nala, mourns his father, and returns to confront Scar, so this role requires a mature actor. Young Nala A courageous lion and Young Simba's best friend. She is not afraid to speak her mind. The actor playing Nala must be a strong performer who can portray a confident cub. Nala Grows from a cub to a lioness before she confronts Scar, so the role requires a more mature actor. Nala should still have an essence of the spunk that Young Nala has. Shenzi One of Scar's hyenas who plot to take over the Pridelands. She is the sassy one of the trio and is always looking out for herself. With Banzai and Ed, she should be able to laugh loudly and long, as well as be menacing to Young Simba and Young Nala. Banzai A slick yet childish hyena who works for Scar. He would be the leader of the group if hyenas weren't so lazy. Banzai must be played by an outgoing and confident actor who can portray nastiness and gruffness. Ed The third member of Scar's trio of lackeys. He has a loud, cackling laugh that is his only form of communication. Ed should be played by an actor who can laugh unabashedly and communicate through physicality and facial expressions rather than words. Timon An outcast meerkat who lives in the jungle with Pumbaa. He is afraid of his own shadow, but pretends to be the confident, relaxed leader of the duo. Timon is one of the funniest characters in the show and should be played by a charismatic actor who understands comic timing. Pumbaa A kindhearted, sensitive warthog who enjoys his simple life of grubs and relaxation. The actor playing Pumbaa must be able to portray this loveable and loyal friend to Timon and Simba with deadpan humor. Ensemble Ensemble roles include : inhabitants of the Pridelands, lionesses, hyenas, and other cameo roles. |
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