Auditions

Seven performances will run from May 8-17, 2026

Director/ Choreographer | Jessica O'Brien
Musical Director | Mark Megill
Stage Manager | Onali Rosado

ACCEPTANCE THROUGH AUDITION ONLY

Initial auditions will be virtual. Please see instructions on the audition form below.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS

• Please prepare a 32-measure cut of a song in the style of the show that shows your vocal range to be heard and performed at the open call audition. Actors need to provide sheet music (piano/vocal), in the correct key, of the song they are auditioning with for the piano accompaniment.
• If auditioning for specific roles, audition cuts for songs will be found later in this notice!

ACTORS MUST FILL OUT THIS AUDITION FORM PRIOR TO ATTENDING AN OPEN-CALL AUDITION:
PIPPIN Audition Form

Please submit the following via this form:

• Headshot
• Resume

CALLBACKS
Callbacks will be by invitation only and will take place Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

READINGS/SIDES
Click here to download callback materials (PDF).

SHEET MUSIC
Click here for a Dropbox link to download the sheet music for callbacks (PDF).

REHEARSAL INFO
Rehearsals will be at Algonquin Arts Theatre or in a nearby location. Rehearsals will begin in March of 2026. Exact rehearsal schedule will be set once the availability of all actors is learned but will take place during weekday evenings and weekends (depending on role and when called).

BEFORE YOU AUDITION, be advised that all actors must be available for rehearsals that are to be scheduled according to the actor's role. It is mandatory for actors to be available for all scheduled evening TECH rehearsals (May 3-7) and performances (May 8-17). Conflicts will not be accepted after the cast has been announced.

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
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SYNOPSIS
From Stephen Schwartz, the renowned creator of Wicked, comes PIPPIN - a dazzling and thought-provoking musical about a young man's journey to find purpose. With unforgettable songs, mesmerizing choreography, and a touch of magic, this Tony Award®-winning classic invites audiences to experience the extraordinary in the ordinary.

ROLES AVAILABLE

Leading Player
The ultimate 'ring leader.' Masterfully charming and manipulative, the Leading Player is a chameleon of sorts. Guides Pippin through his own story and tries to intervene at the end. Excellent dancer. Obsessed with putting on a great show for the audience.
Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement.
Gender: any

Pippin
Our story's young and confused protagonist. He is longing to find his purpose in life-naive, innocent, and discontent. Eventually finds love and meaning in life, with Catherine and Theo.
Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement.
Gender: male
Age: 18 to 24

Charles
Pippin's demanding father. As the King of the Holy Roman Empire, Charlemagne is more comfortable wielding a sword than breaking bread. He wears his years with great pride.
Dance: Movement
Gender: male
Age: 50 to 65

Lewis
Charlemagne and Fastrada's son. Strong and not bright. Pippin's half-brother and, after Pippin, heir to the throne. Addicted to the physical, Lewis loves weight lifting, Lewis loves wrestling, but most of all, Lewis loves Lewis.
Dance: Movement
Gender: male
Age: 17 to 25

Fastrada
Pippin's conniving stepmother. A seductress, who is no stranger to deceit and betrayal, she is both sexy and smart. Skilled at using her sexual appeal to benefit her and her son.
Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement.
Gender: female
Age: 30 to 45

Berthe
Pippin's saucy grandmother. A brassy broad full of wisdom, grace, and sass. She tries to help Pippin and encourages him to live his life to the fullest.
Dance: Movement
Gender: female
Age: 45 to 65

Catherine
A widow and mother. She is a beautiful and hopeless romantic who possesses graceful elegance. Encounters Pippin at his lowest point and eventually falls in love with him.
Dance: Movement
Gender: female
Age: 25 to 35

Theo
Catherine's son.
Age: 6-10

Ensemble
Heavily featured throughout. Ensemble "Players" play many other roles; they represent the influences and voices in Pippin's head. Includes substantial and difficult choreography.
Gender: any
Eligible Age: 16+
Dance: Required. Role requires strong sense of physicality and movement.

Seven performances will run from March 20-29, 2026

Director | Gina Lupi
Musical Director | Barbara Klemp
Choreographer | Kathleen Pearlberg

ACCEPTANCE THROUGH AUDITION ONLY

In-person auditions scheduled as follows:

• Sunday, January 18 open call from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
• Monday, January 19 open call from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m.

LOCATION

All auditions will be at the Algonquin Arts Theatre, 60 Abe Voorhees, Manasquan, NJ.

CALLBACKS

Call back, by invitation only, will take place on Monday, January 26, 2026, starting at 7:30 p.m.

REHEARSAL INFO

Rehearsals will be at Algonquin Arts Theatre or in a nearby location. Rehearsals to begin the week of January 25. Exact rehearsal schedule will be set once the availability of all actors is learned but will take place during weekday evenings and weekends (depending on role and when called).

BEFORE YOU AUDITION, be advised that all actors must be available for rehearsals that are to be scheduled according to the actor's role. It is mandatory for actors to be available for all scheduled evening TECH rehearsals (March 15-19) and performances (March 20-29). Conflicts will not be accepted after the cast has been announced.

VOCAL SIDES

Judy: Get Out and Stay Out, m. 50-92
Violet: One of the Boys, m. 126-151
Violet: Potion Notion, m. 45-50
Doralee: Backwoods Barbie, m. 18-52
Roz: Heart to Hart, m. 7-35
Joe: Let Love Grow, m. 5-33

READINGS

Judy, Dick
Maria, Violet, Joe, Kathy, Margaret
Roz, Doralee, Violet, Judy
Roz, Hart
Violet, Josh, Doralee, Dwayne

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES

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SYNOPSIS

Get ready to laugh out loud with 9 to 5: The Musical, the smash hit based on the iconic film! Featuring an unforgettable score by the legendary Dolly Parton, this high-energy comedy follows three bold women as they team up to turn the tables on their tyrannical boss. 9 to 5 is the ultimate feel-good musical - it's time to clock in for fun!

ROLES AVAILABLE

Seeking actors of all backgrounds, race and gender. Must be 16 years of age or older to audition.

The role of Franklin Hart has already been cast.

CHARACTERS

VIOLET

The company's head secretary and Mr. Hart's administrative assistant, she is a single mother and typically stands up for what she believes in. Attractive, strong, ambitious.

Age: 35 to 50 (Vocal range: F3 to D5)

DORALEE

A young, sexy spitfire who works at Mr. Hart's office. She is proof that there is more to a woman than just her looks. Must be able to capture the essence of Dolly Parton's speaking and singing voice

Age: 20 to 30 (Vocal range: G3 to E5)

JUDY

The "new" girl at the firm, she has been burned by her husband's affair and is searching for personal empowerment. Insecure, determined, and hopeful.

Age: 30 to 35 (Vocal range: Ab3 to F5)

FRANKLIN HART, JR. (ALREADY CAST)

The firm's executive and a notorious chauvinist. He is capable of faking charm but usually shows his true colors as an arrogant, self-absorbed boss.

Age: 40 to 50 (Vocal range: C3 to Gb4)

ROZ KEITH

The attentive office gossip queen and snitch. She has an unrequited love for Mr. Hart and will do anything she can to win his approval. Seeking an actor with strong vocal and comedic chops

Age: 35 to 45 (Vocal range: G3 to C5)

JOE

A handsome, young office accountant. Genuine and nice, and smitten with Violet.

Age: 25 to 35 (Vocal range: B2 to G4)

DWAYNE

Doralee's attractive husband. He is very supportive of her professional pursuits. This actor will double in some ensemble tracks

Age: 25 to 30 (Vocal range: E2 to G4)

JOSH

Violet's awkward teenage son.

Age: 15 to 18

MISSY

Franklin Hart's wife, clueless to her husband's true nature. This actor will double in ensemble tracks

Age: 35-50

MARIA

A young and vibrant secretary in Hart's office. This actor will double ensemble tracks

Age: 30 to 40 (Vocal range: F4 to D5)

DICK

Judy's soon-to-be ex-husband. An average guy, he is sporting a little less hair and a little more paunch than he did ten years ago. This actor will double in some ensemble tracks

Age: 35 to 45

KATHY

A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to gossip. This actor will double in ensemble tracks

Age: 30 to 40

MARGARET

A secretary in Hart's office with a tendency to drink. This actor will double in ensemble tracks

Age: 30 to 40 (Vocal range: G4 to D5)

TINSWORTHY

Franklin Hart's boss and Chairman of the Board. A good man, who may be wiser to Hart's ways than he lets on.

Age: 50 to 65

ENSEMBLE

8-10 singers and dancers with high energy to play various roles and be office workers

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