Music and Lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i & Mark Mancina
Book Adapted by Susan Soon He Stanton
Music and Orchestrations Adapted and Arranged by Ian Weinberger
Disney's Moana JR
See the line where the sky meets the sea? You’ll love this thrilling and heartwarming stage adaptation of the coming-of-age tale of Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. She and the demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as she learns to harness the power that lies within. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite songs by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, such as “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.” With its empowering message of bravery, Moana JR. is sure to awaken your inner hero!
Looking for the HOMESCHOOL Cast?
We are excited to offer a Homeschool cast for Disney’s Moana Jr this fall! Please see the dedicated Homeschool cast page for all the details!
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 27, 2025
Registration is open to ages 5-11
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
VOLUNTEER 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 at the time of 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.
AUDITION DATES AND REQUIREMENTS
Open to Ages 5 – 11
All auditions will be held in person at the Historic Hoover Theater studios.
Video auditions will be accepted on a case by case basis.
Auditions will be one hour slots in small groups.
AUDITION DATES:
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, August 11-13, 2025 in one hour slots from 4:00-6:15pm
HOW TO AUDITION
In general, actors should arrive prepared for a group audition with at least 16 bars of a musical theater song that shows off their voice memorized and ready to sing.
They should expect to do some cold reading from the script and possibly some other acting exercises. They should come in comfortable clothing that allows for ease of movement.
REHEARSALS:
Begin August 25, 2025
M/W Cast rehearses:
Mondays & Wednesdays from 4:00-6:30pm PLUS some Saturdays 1:00-5:00pm
Tu/Th Cast rehearses:
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00-6:30pm PLUS some Saturdays 1:00-5:00pm
Any conflicts (standing appointments, trips, etc.) need to be identified on the required supplemental registration form. A full rehearsal schedule will be provided after casting that will tell which actors are rehearsing on what day.
ALL participants must be available every day of tech week for their cast
TECH WEEK REHEARSALS (MANDATORY) are as follows:
M/W Cast**
Monday, October 13 from 4:00-8:00 pm *TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL
Wednesday, October 15 from 4:00-8:00 pm *TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL
Tu/Th Cast
Tuesday, October 14 from 4:00-8:00 pm *TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL
Thursday, October 16 from 4:00-8:00 pm *TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL
Please Note: Time of tech rehearsals may change and will be confirmed once production begins.
PERFORMANCES:
October 17-19, 2025
M/W Cast
Friday 10/17 at 7:00 pm
Saturday 10/18 at 3:00 pm
Sunday 10/19 at 11:00 am
Tu/Th Cast
Saturday 10/18 at 11:00 am
Saturday 10/18 at 7:00 pm
Sunday 10/19 at 3:00 pm
VOLUNTEER 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 at the time of 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.
IMPORTANT DATES
June 27 2025: Registration opens
August 11-13, 2025: Auditions
August 25, 2025: Rehearsals begin
October 13, 2025: Load in to Theater
October 13-16, 2025 : Tech Rehearsals (MANDATORY) – ALL Casts
October 17, 2025: Opening Performances!
October 19, 2025: Closing Performances & Strike
DISNEY’S MOANA JR.
is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI
www.MTIShows.com