Auditions for "Footloose"

Springboro Community Theatre is excited to announce auditions for “Footloose”, the next musical of our 2025-2026 Season!

“Footloose”
Stage Adaptation by Dean Pitchford and Walter Bobbie
Based on the original screenplay by Dean Pitchford
Music by Tom Snow
Lyrics by Dean Pitchford
Additional Music by Eric Carmen, Sammy Hagar, Kenny Loggins and Jim Steinman

Directed by Kathryn Williams
Assistant Directed by Emily Kallenberg
Audition Dates: September 15-17 2025. Auditions will begin at 7:00pm. Callbacks, if necessary, will be held Wednesday September 17. Please note, no sign ups are necessary.
Performance Dates: November 14-16 and 21-23, 2025

Audition Requirements
Please prepare a 32 bar (<1minute) cut of a song in the style of the show. A pianist and Bluetooth speaker will be available, no acapella auditions will be accepted. All auditions will include a dance call, so have comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes ready. Tumbling experience is a plus.

Overview
"Footloose" is based on the 1984 film of the same name and features music by Tom Snow and lyrics by Dean Pitchford. The story follows Ren McCormack, a city teenager who relocates from Chicago to the small town of Bomont with his mother after his father abandons them. Ren's arrival in Bomont introduces him to a conservative community led by Reverend Shaw Moore, who has enforced a ban on dancing following a tragic accident that claimed the lives of several teenagers, including his own son.


Plot Summary
Upon arriving in Bomont, Ren quickly realizes that the town's strict rules and the Reverend's influence stifle the youth's freedom. He befriends Willard Hewitt, a local who becomes his ally, and Ariel, the Reverend's rebellious daughter, who is caught between her father's expectations and her desire for independence. As Ren learns about the town's history and the reasons behind the dancing ban, he becomes determined to challenge the status quo and bring joy back to the community through dance.

With the support of Ariel and other friends, Ren organizes a dance, leading to a confrontation with the Reverend and the townspeople. Throughout the musical, themes of rebellion, friendship, and the importance of self-expression are explored, culminating in a powerful message about healing and community unity.

Available Roles
Ren McCormack (Lead): Male, 18-25. Tenor. Energetic, emotional, rebellious, likeable; emotes his pain through quirky sarcasm and dance; strong dancer.
Reverend Shaw Moore (Lead): Male, 35-55. Baritone. The powerful, traditional local church leader; strict, stern, and solemn, still struggling with the death of his son.
Ariel Moore (Lead): Female, 18-25. Mezzo-Pop. Smart, a bit of the bad girl with an edge, sweet, the rebellious minister’s daughter; role requires strong belt, must be a strong singer/dancer.
Vi Moore (Supporting): Female, 30-50. Soprano. Reverend Moore’s loving, supportive, resilient wife. Rusty (Supporting): Female, 18-25. Great soprano/pop voice. Ariel’s friend; a bit scatterbrained, sweet, fun, knows everything about everything; role requires strong belt, strong comedic timing and dance.
Willard Hewitt (Supporting): Male, 18-25. Tenor. A simple country bumpkin with a warm heart and a big smile; comedic timing and dance a must.
Ethel McCormack (Supporting): Female, 35-45. Soprano. Ren’s mother; had a tough go, just trying to make it…would do anything for her son.
Chuck Cranston (Supporting): Male, 18-25. Tenor. The local bad boy and Ariel’s boyfriend.
Urleen (Supporting): Female, 18+. Mezzo/Alto. Ariel’s friend; the smart one of the group; role requires strong belt, comedic timing, and dance.
Wendy Jo (Supporting): Female, 18-25. Mezzo. Ariel’s friend; strong belt, comedic timing, and dance required.
Ensemble (Chorus / Ensemble): Males & Females, 18-70. Townspeople, students; need strong character people (all age ranges) for many roles; teenage through adults; chorus singing, dancing parts; all teens dance, all adults dance at the prom.

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