The Mel Brooks Musical YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN
Book by MEL BROOKS and THOMAS MEEHAN
Music and Lyrics by MEL BROOKS
Presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI)
All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.
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Produced by: Maurer Productions OnStage, Inc.
Director: John M Maurer
Music Director: Laurie Gougher
Choreographer: Haley Schmalbach
Stage Manager: Melissa Gaynor
MPOnStage and Kelsey Theatre are committed to advancing an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in all productions and programs offered by the resident theater companies. We aim to foster an inclusive environment for people of all races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, creeds, socio-economic statuses, nationalities and abilities.
ABOUT THE SHOW: Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced "Fronk-en-steen") inherits his family's estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor (pronounced "Eye-gore"), and a female lab assistant, Inga (pronounced normally), Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. "It's alive!" he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather's. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds.
PERFORMANCE DATES
Fridays, October 24 & 31 at 8pm
Saturdays October 25 & November 1 at 2pm
Sundays, October 26 & November 2 at 2pm
AUDITION DATES AND TIMES
Saturday, July 12th (11:00am – 4:00pm)
Sunday, July 13th (12:00pm – 5:00pm)
Callbacks by invitation only on Monday, July 14th
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus. Check the Kelsey Theatre sign board for a room location on the day of your audition. MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor, NJ 08550
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AUDITION PREPARATION
Please prepare 32 measures in the style of the show
Please bring sheet music in the correct key. An accompanist will be provided.
No a capella auditions or recorded accompaniments are permitted.
Some auditioners may be asked to read a short excerpt from the script.
Auditioners should wear comfortable clothing/shoes and be prepared to dance.
Please download and complete the Audition Form prior to your audition.
Bring the completed Audition Form, all conflicts, resume, and photo.
LINK TO FORMS:
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Rehearsals will begin shortly after the show is cast. Rehearsals will be scheduled based on cast availability and will generally be two evenings per week and one weekend day rehearsal until we are closer to opening.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN: There are 10 principal roles. There are no non-speaking roles. All those cast must sing and move well. Some of the principal roles will also be part of the ensemble in some scenes.
Casting is open to performers of any race/ethnicity, gender identity or gender-non-conforming and ability for all roles. All performers must be 17 years old by the date of auditions.
FREDERICK FRANKENSTEIN - Brilliant brain surgeon, professor and grandson of mad scientist Dr. Victor Von Frankenstein. Gender: male Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2
THE MONSTER - The misunderstood creation of Dr. Frankenstein.
Gender: male Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: Db2
IGOR - Frederick’s faithful, bright-eyed, eager servant and friend with a hunchback. Gender: male Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: G4 Vocal range bottom: Bb2
INGA - Frederick’s young assistant. Attractive and a resident of Transylvania. Gender: female Age: 20 to 30 Vocal range top: A5 Vocal range bottom: G3
ELIZABETH BENNING - Frederick's boisterous fiancé.
Gender: female Age: 25 to 35 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F#3
FRAU BLÜCHER - Stern housekeeper of the Frankenstein estate and former lover of Victor Frankenstein.
Gender: female Age: 40 to 60 Vocal range top: C5 Vocal range bottom: E3
INSPECTOR HANS KEMP - The head of police in Transylvania. Driven by justice, with a wooden arm and leg. Gender: male Age: 40 to 50 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: A2
THE HERMIT - A lonely, blind town hermit, hoping for a friend.
Gender: male Age: 30 to 60 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2
VICTOR VON FRANKENSTEIN - The infamous Dr. Frankenstein and Frederick's grandfather. Gender: male Age: 45 to 65 Vocal range top: F4 Vocal range bottom: C#2
ZIGGY - The village idiot. Gender: male Age: 18 to 30 Vocal range top: Eb4 Vocal range bottom: D3
ENSEMBLE - Gravediggers, Villagers, Medical Students, Passengers, Mad Scientists - Gender: any
This production will not utilize understudies.
ADDITIONAL NOTES: All cast members are required to assist with load-in on Sunday, October 19, 2025, and with strike following the final performance on Sunday, November 2. Cast members may also be asked to assist with costume pieces.
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