Directed By The T
Footloose the Musical
Masterclass Production
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.
To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.
AUDITION DATES AND REQUIREMENTS
Open to Ages 12+
Auditions will be held in person at the Historic Hoover Theater studios.
Video auditions are accepted. Submit HERE.
AUDITION DATES:
Monday -Wednesday, July 24-26 from 5:30-9:00pm
CALLBACK DATES:
Monday July 31 from 5:00-9:00pm
HOW TO AUDITION
Auditions will be 1.5 hours total in small groups.
Actors should prepare 16 bars of TWO songs – one uptempo, one ballad – that show off their voice, and provide a track with no vocals for their song (karaoke tracks can be a great option).
Please dress appropriately for dancing and wear dance/character shoes (preferred, especially if auditioning for a female role) or sneakers. Actors should come in comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement.
Additional dance audition information coming soon.
REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES
This does NOT mean that all actors will be called every day each week. Any conflicts (standing appointments, trips, etc.) need to be noted in the “conflicts” area of registration. A full rehearsal schedule will be provided after casting that will tell which actors are rehearsing on what day.
REHEARSALS:
Begin in August 7, 2023
Note: ALL participants must be available every day of tech week: October 23-26, and October 30-November 2, 2023
Rehearsals will be Monday – Thursday, 6:30-9:30pm and Saturdays from 10:00am-6:00pm (will include a 45-60 min. lunch break)
PERFORMANCES:
October 27-29 and November 3-5, 2023
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 30, 2023
Registration is open to ages 12+
Face masks are optional at rehearsals.
Participants may have the option to perform unmasked. This is subject to change, as required by current county conditions.
For the most up to date information, please refer to our requirements and policies at this link.
NEEDED FOR REGISTRATION
** If you have previously registered for one of our productions using our registration system most of your information will be in the system.
- Actor information (name, birthdate, allergies/medical conditions, t-shirt size)
- Email contact for at least one family member. Please be ready to provide email address for any family member that will want cast updates.
- Rehearsal Availability – which day(s) actor is available/unavailable for rehearsal and specific conflict dates for days where actor is available but has a conflict.
- No conflicts allowed during Tech/Show week
PARTICIPATION HOURS
For each participating cast member, 15 hours of adult volunteer work is required (25 hours for two cast members/35 hours for three).
If unable to fulfill hours of participation, a buyout option is available after registration. Late buyout payments will have a 20% late fee added on.
Information on Job Choices will be communicated to registered participants when it becomes available.