We are thrilled to announce auditions for our end-of-season spectacular, DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID! We are seeking a large, multigenerational company of 40-45 performers.
Disney's The Little Mermaid is an adventurous love story about identity, community, and finding the strength of your inner voice. The tale revolves around Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter who dreams of exploring the human world and falling in love. After bargaining with Ursula the evil sea witch to trade her tail for legs, Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea.
DISNEY’S THE LITTLE MERMAID
Music by Alan Menken
Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater
Book by Doug Wright
Directed by Chad Moores
Stage Manager: Shannon McMillan
Music Director: E. Justin Simone
Choreographer: Leslie Racine Vasquez
Producers: Christian O’Neill and Danielle Pennacchia
AUDITIONS:
Sunday, 2/8 – 5:00-9:00 PM
Monday, 2/9 – 6:00-9:00 PM
Thursday, 2/12 – 6:00-9:00 PM
WHERE:
Beacon Charter High School for the Arts
320 Main St, Woonsocket, RI 02895
REHEARSALS:
Sundays, 5:00-8:00
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00-9:00
Beginning 3/15
Rehearsals will be held at Beacon Charter High School, Woonsocket
PERFORMANCES:
June 5-13, 2026
6/5/24: 7:30 PM
6/6/24: 7:30 PM
6/7/24: 2:00 PM
6/12/24: 7:30 PM
6/13/24: 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Performances will be held at the Assembly Theater, Harrisville RI
You may fill out your audition form in advance at here.
WHAT ELSE TO KNOW...
- The Little Mermaid is appropriate for a wide range of ages and skill levels. If you’ve ever wanted to share the stage with your child, parent, or sibling, this may be the time! There are plenty of fun roles to explore.
- Please prepare 16 bars of a Musical Theatre song in the style of the show. Please bring an accompaniment track. No piano accompanist will be provided. Sides will be provided.
- Be prepared to dance (wear comfortable shoes, etc).
- Provide a resume and headshot along with your audition form, either in person or online via the link at www.ristage.org/the-little-mermaid
- No reservations are needed - arrive anytime during the audition window.
- Please email director Chad Moores at
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- RISE is a non-profit, non-Equity, volunteer-based theater company. All positions within the company are unpaid, unless otherwise specified.
CHARACTER BREAKDOWN
If indicated, genders and ages are specific to the character. Any actor may audition for any role.
ARIEL (late teens-20s) – A mermaid and King Triton’s youngest daughter. She is curious about the human world, and dreams of becoming a part of life above the water. Pragmatic, trusting, kindhearted, and passionate. Vocal range: Bb3-Eb5
PRINCE ERIC (late teens-20s) – A human monarch who has little interest in taking the crown. He is adventurous and a risk taker. Once Ariel saves his life, he becomes enthralled with finding his rescuer. Vocal range: B3-D5
SEBASTIAN (30s+): A crab and advisor to King Triton. A musical virtuoso who is constantly distraught from keeping after Ariel. Despite his paranoia, he cannot bring himself to stand in Ariel’s way. Vocal range: Bb2-C5
URSULA (30s+): The manipulative sea witch and sister who tries to overthrow King Triton. She is cunning and devious and will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Vocal range: F3-C#5
FLOUNDER (teens): A fish who is Ariel’s best friend. Rambunctious but cautious, fearful of the dangers that lurk in and above the water. Vocal range: A2-G4
SCUTTLE (30s+): A disheveled seagull and expert in human artifacts. Loudmouthed, optimistic, and a bit ignorant, despite his supposed expertise. Vocal range: C3-G4
KING TRITON (40s+): King of the Sea and Ariel’s father. Beneath his imposing presence and commanding nature lurks a harried single father who will do anything to protect his daughters. The death of his wife has also given him an irrational fear of humans. Vocal range: Ab2-F4.
FLOTSAM AND JETSAM (teens+): Eels who are Ursula’s lackeys. Oily and spineless, they will say anything you want to hear. Vocal range: C4-C#5
GRIMSBY (40s+): Prince Eric’s British guardian. Droll, stuffy, and constantly urging Eric towards his royal duties, specifically marriage.
CHEF LOUIS (30s-50s): The French Palace chef. He is diabolical and violent. A culinary perfectionist with an affinity for blades. Vocal Range: Bb2-A4
PILOT: The head of Prince Eric’s Ship. Vocal Range: Bb2-A4
MERSISTERS (teens – 20s): Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Alanna
WINDWARD and LEEWARD: Herald fish for King Triton.
ENSEMBLE (all ages): Our busy ensemble will play many featured roles including Mermaids, Sailors, Sea Creatures, Chefs, Maids/Servants, Courtiers, Princesses, Gulls, Land Animals, etc.
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