2025 Uptown Studio AUDITIONS
Auditions for Spring Show:
Feb 2, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Callbacks for Frozen Jr:
Feb 6, 4:30-8:30 pm
(Frozen Jr is for students in grades 3-8)
Tuition: $475
Email Therese for More Information
Frozen JR.
A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen JR. expands upon the emotional relationship and journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with danger, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen JR. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart!
Please Keep in Mind: Should you be cast, Frozen Jr. needs to be your Primary Focus for the spring, second only to school work. Should you be unable to devote this kind of attention, please consider our many Fall and Winter classes and Summer camps, which all end in a performance.
To follow are what you will need, along with ways to make your audition as professional as possible. (Parents with young performers, please help your performer take the steps listed below.)
1. Audition Form: Please complete THIS FORM before your audition. Make sure all conflicts are listed on this form.
2. Audition Sign-Ups: Please click HERE to sign up for an audition spot.
3. Please prepare the following:
- A 32 measure cut of a song that demonstrates your strongest vocal range and ability to interpret a song. Feel free to sing from the show or something in a similar style to Frozen Jr.
- A 30 second-1 minute, age appropriate, monologue that allows us to see who you are. Should you need help finding a monologue email Therese at: therese@uptownwestchester.org and she will email you a few monologues to choose from. Make sure you share your Grade and Gender preference when requesting a monologue recommendation.
4. Audition Day: An accompanist will be provided at your audition. Please bring:
- Your sheet music should be in the key you wish to sing your song in. Your sheet music should be in non-glare page protectors and in a binder.
- Your picture and resume should be stapled together at all 4 corners. Feel free to use a headshot or a snapshot. Your Resume can be a theatrical resume or a piece of paper with a list of shows you have performed in and your training. (When professionals look at a young performers resume the first thing they look at is their training. It tells us how serious the young performer is.)
- Be prepared to list ALL conflicts with our rehearsal and show schedule. Should your conflicts change during the course of rehearsal, let your stage manager know ASAP. New conflicts could result in losing your place in the show. (Conflicts should include any mandatory school events including: chorus and band rehearsals and concerts, all should be located on the school website. PLEASE check your school website for any conflict dates. We understand your performer must attend mandatory school events, but we need to know these dates ahead of time.)
Frozen Jr Rehearsals, Tech Rehearsals and Shows:
Tuesdays: March 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22 4:30-8:00 pm
Saturdays: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 26, 10:30-1:00 pm
Sundays: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 27, 12:30-3:30 pm
Tech Rehearsals: April 28, 29, 30, May 1, 4:30-8:30 pm
Shows: May 2 & 3 @ 7:00 pm, May 3 & 4 @ 2:00 pm
Parents, all students need to attend our Tech Rehearsals. This is when we connect the technical aspects of the show with the acting, singing, and dancing. In addition, we develop traffic patterns with the set and actors, which keeps everyone safe. Please do not underestimate the importance of Tech Rehearsals.
Strike will follow the May 4 show. All cast members are required to attend until strike is complete following the show
Frozen JR. Character Breakdown
Young Anna, Middle Anna, and Anna are all the young Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Filled with a tremendous amount of light, energy, and love, Anna is a hopelessly optimistic extrovert at all ages, but as she grows older, she longs for connection with others, especially her sister, Elsa. Each version of this warm and determined princess requires a strong singer with great comic timing.
Vocal Range:
Young Anna: A3-D5
Middle Anna: A3-B4
Anna: G3-D5
Young Elsa, Middle Elsa, and Elsa are all the elder Princess of Arendelle at different ages. Next in line for the throne, Elsa has been born with magical powers that can overwhelm her when she becomes afraid and harm others if not handled with care. Fearful of hurting anyone, especially her beloved sister, Anna, Elsa becomes anxious and withdrawn as she grows older, before eventually learning to take control of, and become confident in, her powers which she masterfully uses to manipulate the Snow Chorus.
Vocal Range:
Young Elsa: A3-C#5
Middle Elsa: A3-F#4
Elsa: F#3-D5
The warm-hearted ruler of Arendelle is committed to protecting both his family and the Townspeople from his eldest daughter’s powers.
The queen possesses a sense of rightness and kindness that guides her in her protection of her two young girls. A daughter of the Northern Nomads, this queen has the ability to communicate with the Hidden Folk of the mountains and so understands Elsa’s powers deeply.
Pabbie and Bulda are the mystical leaders of the Hidden Folk who have a soft spot for “strays.” Ever-benevolent, these parental figures want what’s best for Kristoff, even if they are a bit misguided in their efforts.
The bishop officiates the coronation and passing of the crown to Elsa. This spiritual supervisor must communicate to the Townspeople of Arendelle in a serious and formal manner.
Kristoff is a hardworking ice harvester. Kristoff has a sarcastic veneer and a rough-around-the-edges exterior that hides a big heart. Taken in by the Hidden Folk when he was young, he loves Pabbie and Bulda dearly, but is a bit of a loner with a reindeer for a best friend- until he meets Anna.
Vocal Range: G2-A3
Sven is a reindeer of few words, fiercely loyal pal to Kristoff, and loves giving the ice harvester a hard time. Look for a performer with good comic timing and terrific physical acting skills who can devise a strong movement vocabulary to bring this furry charmer to life.
Vocal Range: A3-A4
The ambitious Prince of the Southern Isles and overlooked thirteenth son of a king. Hans constantly strives to find a way to make good and stand out. He boasts an exceedingly charming facade that fools everyone – including Anna and, ideally, the audience! – into believing he’s Prince Charming, when really, he’s just a jerk.
Vocal Range: G2-B3
A visiting duke who possesses a huge inferiority complex. A bombastic, overbearing sycophant, Weselton’s sole purpose is to hobnob with influencers and royalty.
The magical snowman created by Anna and Elsa when they were young. Olaf is endearingly delighted by everything – especially the idea of summer. Goofy and sweet, Olaf should possess a childlike innocence and excellent comic timing.
Vocal Range: F#2-D4
An exceedingly cheerful and convivial wandering salesperson and ardent devotee to all things cozy and comfortable.
Includes the following roles: Townspeople, Snow Chorus, Hidden Folk, Castle Staff, Housekeeper, Butler, Handmaiden, Cook, Steward, Guards, Summer Chorus, Oaken’s Family.
Auditions for Spring Show:
Feb 2, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Callbacks for Mean Girls:
Feb 13, 4:30-8:30 pm
(Mean Girls is for students in grades 7-12)
Tuition: $475
Email Therese for More Information
Mean Girls: High School Version
Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady and her friends devise a “Revenge Party” to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.
Please Keep in Mind: Should you be cast in Mean Girls, this show will need to be your Primary Focus for the spring, second only to school work. Should you be unable to devote this kind of attention, please consider our many Fall and Winter classes and Summer camps, which all end in a performance.
To follow are what you will need, along with ways to make your audition as professional as possible. (Parents with young performers, please help your performer take the steps listed below.)
1. Audition Form: Please complete THIS FORM before your audition. Make sure all conflicts are listed on this form.
2. Audition Sign-Ups: Please click HERE to sign up for an audition spot.
3. Please prepare the following:
- A 32 measure cut of a song that demonstrates your strongest vocal range and ability to interpret a song. Feel free to sing from the show or something in a similar style to Mean Girls.
- A 1-2 minute, age appropriate, monologue that allows us to see who you are. Should you need help finding a monologue email Therese at: therese@uptownwestchester.org and she will email you a few monologues to choose from. Make sure you share your Grade and Gender preference when requesting a monologue recommendation.
4. Audition Day: An accompanist will be provided at your audition. Please bring:
- Your sheet music should be in the key you wish to sing your song in. Your sheet music should be in non-glare page protectors and in a binder.
- Your picture and resume should be stapled together at all 4 corners. Feel free to use a headshot or a snapshot. Your Resume can be a theatrical resume or a piece of paper with a list of shows you have performed in and your training. (When professionals look at a young performer’s resume the first thing they look at is their training. It gives us an idea of the performer’s dedication to the art.)
- Be prepared to list ALL conflicts with our rehearsal and show schedule. Should your conflicts change during the course of rehearsal, let your stage manager know ASAP. New conflicts could result in losing your place in the show. (Conflicts should include any mandatory school events including: chorus and band rehearsals and concerts, all should be located on the school website. PLEASE check your school website for any conflict dates. We understand your performer must attend mandatory school events, but we need to know these dates ahead of time.)
Mean Girls Rehearsals, Tech Rehearsals and Shows:
Mondays: March 24, 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 5 4:30-9:00 pm
Saturdays: March 22, 29, April 5, 12, 26, May 3, 10 1:30-5:30 pm
Sundays: March 23, 30, April 6, 13, 27, May 4, 11 1:30-5:30 pm
Tech Rehearsals: May 12, 13, 14, 15 4:30-9:30 pm
Shows: May 16 & 17 @ 7:00 pm, May 17 & 18 @ 2:00 pm
Parents, all students need to attend our Tech Rehearsals. This is when we connect the technical aspects of the show with the acting, singing and dancing. In addition we develop traffic patterns with the set and actors which keeps everyone safe. Please do not underestimate the importance of Tech Rehearsals.
Strike will follow the May 18 show. All cast members are required to attend until strike is complete following the show.
Mean Girls Character Breakdown
A new junior at North Shore High School, Cady grew up in Africa and was homeschooled by her wildlife biologist parents. She is warm, bright, and strong enough to take on The Plastics. Is the emotional heart of our story.
Vocal Range: G3-Gb5
Regina is the Queen Bee of the Plastics. When she shines her light on you, you feel like the most important person in the world. When that light goes cold, you want to die. She is regal, still, and “hot”, but at her most vulnerable moments, she is just a kid in over her head.
Vocal Range: F#3-Gb5
An “Art Freak” and social outcast, Janis is not afraid to be weird or make others uncomfortable. She paints herself as an objective observer, but, like so many of us, she longs to avenge the devastating events of eighth grade.
Vocal Range: Ab3-F5
Outgoing and an active member of the student activities committee, Damian is a fiercely loyal friend to Janis and they have the close rapport of a comedy team.
Vocal Range: F2-A4
One of the Plastics. Desperate to please Regina and to maintain her position in the Plastics, Gretchen is a nervous wreck. She is a “banker” meaning she befriends people to “bank” their secrets so she can trade them later for her own benefit. Her fragility at times is heartbreaking.
Vocal Range: G3-D5
One of the Plastics. Although her intellect and personality never had a chance tto develop, Karen is essentially kind, relaxed, and a generous laugher.
Vocal Range: G3-Bb4
A cute boy with a good moral compass and a backbone. He’s not immune to all the female attention he gets, but he’s not going to let himself be a pawn in their chess game either. Broadway and pop tenor.
Vocal Range: B2-Bb4
Mrs. Heron is Cady’s intellectual mom who can’t understand why her daughter is devolving before her eyes. Ms. Norbury is Cady’s world-weary Calculus teacher who pushes Cady to be her smartest self. Mrs. George is Regina’s “cool mom.” She’s desperate to look young and feel like one of the teens. She’s also desperate for Regina not to repeat her mistakes. Great singer. Distinctly defines these three characters. Eclectic Broadway vocal mix.
Vocal Range: G3-Eb5
The principal of North Shore High. Mr. Duvall may have once taught computers at Joliet penitentiary, but nothing prepared him for the harsh realities of out-of-control junior girls. Funny and a strong singer.
Kevin is the extremely driven captain of the North Shore Mathletes. He is a confident student and a decent rapper.
Students who can sing, act and dance.
Auditions for Summer Teen Show:
Feb 2, 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Callbacks for Shrek:
Feb 27, 4:30-8:30 pm
(Shrek is for students ages 12-18)
Email Therese for More Information
Shrek The Musical
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand… and his name is Shrek.
To follow are what you will need, along with ways to make your audition as professional as possible. (Parents with young performers, please help your performer take the steps listed below.)
1. Audition Form: Please complete THIS FORM before your audition. Make sure all conflicts are listed on this form.
2. Audition Sign-Ups: Please click HERE to sign up for an audition spot.
3. Please prepare the following:
- A 32 measure cut of a song that demonstrates your strongest vocal range and ability to interpret a song. Feel free to sing from the show or something in a similar style to Shrek.
- A 1-2 minute, age appropriate, monologue that allows us to see who you are. Should you need help finding a monologue email Therese at: therese@uptownwestchester.org and she will email you a few monologues to choose from. Make sure you share your Grade and Gender preference when requesting a monologue recommendation.
4. Audition Day: An accompanist will be provided at your audition. Please bring:
- Your sheet music should be in the key you wish to sing your song in. Your sheet music should be in non-glare page protectors and in a binder.
- Your picture and resume should be stapled together at all 4 corners. Feel free to use a headshot or a snapshot. Your Resume can be a theatrical resume or a piece of paper with a list of shows you have performed in and your training. (When professionals look at a young performer’s resume the first thing they look at is their training. It gives us an idea of the performer’s dedication to the art.)
- Because this is a 3-week summer camp, it is assumed there will be no conflicts with rehearsals or shows. Should there be conflicts, make us aware of them at your audition. New conflicts could result in losing your place in the show.
Shrek Summer Camp Dates and Shows:
July 14-August 2
9:00-3:15 pm
Shows:
July 31 @ 7:00 pm, Aug 1 @ 1:00 & 7:00 pm, Aug 2 @ 1:00 pm
Strike and cast party will follow the Aug 2 show.
All cast members are required to attend one hour of strike following the show.
Shrek Character Breakdown
Our story’s title character. A big, green, terrifying ogre who lives alone on a swamp. He embarks on a journey to rid his land of fairytale creatures and, along the way, falls in love with Fiona. Begins as a grumpy hermit, but reveals his layers and eventually becomes the hero.
Vocal Range: A2-G#4
The beautiful princess of Far Far Away, she transforms into an ogre every night when the sun sets. Rescued by Shrek and eventually falls in love with him. Quirky, blunt, and multitalented, she is not an ordinary princess.
Vocal Range: F3-G5
A talking donkey who joins Shrek on the run from Farquaad’s guards. Quite the chatterbox, he is not deterred by Shrek’s looks and practically forces himself into his good graces. Easily frightened and pushy, but also an optimistic with heart.
Vocal Range: C3-B4
The comically short, ruthless ruler of Duloc. He is in search of a princes to marry so that he can become king. Has an intensely unfair bias against fairytale creatures that stems from a resentment of his father. Self-absorbed, lonely, and cruel.
Vocal Range: B2-D5
A dragon that has been charged with guarding Princess Fiona in her isolated castle. She eventually falls in love with Donkey and attempts to keep him there forever. Imposing and flirtatious, but tired of her job as the glorified baby-sitter.
Vocal Range: F3-Eb5
A gingerbread man initially kidnapped by Lord Farquaad. His wit and resolution help him both avoid trouble and inspire the rest of the fairytale creatures.
Vocal Range: B3-C#5
The leader of the fairytale creatures. He is an animated puppet whose nose grows every time he lies. Plenty of sass with a penchant for lying.
Vocal Range: E3-F#4
Fairytale Creatures (Big Bad Wolf, Three Little Pigs, White Rabbit, Fairy Godmother, Peter Pan, Wicked Witch, Ugly Duckling, Three Bears, Mad Hatter, Humpty Dumpty, Elf, Dwarf, Three Blind Mice); Angry Mob; Happy People; Guards; Knights; Rats
Email Therese for More Information
Junie B. Jones, A Semi-Pro Show
Auditions are now closed. Congratulations to the new cast!
Please check below for Rehearsal and Show Dates!
Rehearsal schedule:
Wednesdays from 6:00-9:00 pm & Sundays from 1:30-5:30 pm. Performers will only be called to rehearsal when needed.
Rehearsal dates:
October 6th, 9th, 13th, 16th, 20th, 23rd, 27th & 30th
November 3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th, 20th & 24th
December 8th, 11th, 15th, 18th, 22nd & 29th
Tech Rehearsals:
January 4th – 2:30-5:30 pm
January 5th – 1:30-6:00 pm
January 6th, 7th & 8th – 5:30-10:00 pm
Show Dates:
January 9th @ 10:30 am
January 10th @ 10:30 am & 6:30 pm
January 11th @ 1:00 pm
January 12th @ 3:00 pm
January 16th @10:30 am
January 18th @ 1:00 pm
January 19th @ 3:00 pm
Email Therese for More Information
Uptown Singers, Grades 6-12
The Uptown Singers gives your performer pre-professional musical theatre training, teaching soloists to listen to the lyrics of a song as well as themselves, all while telling a story. The Uptown Singers will create a cabaret-style show of solos, duets and group numbers which is then performed at multiple area locations and events. Performers continue to develop the skill to carry a harmony line, perform a solo of professional quality and dance.
It is recommended that performers take The Singing Artist (formerly WCStudio Singers), or Glee Week camp at least once before auditioning for Uptown! Singers. Admission is by audition only.
To Audition: Performers need to submit a video of a song which highlights their vocal strength and ability to interpret and perform a song.
Submissions need to be received by: Midnight on December 8th, submit all videos to: therese@uptownwestchester.org
Callbacks: Tuesday, December 10th from 5:30pm to 6:30pm. Anyone being called back will need to learn a short harmony and sing it at the callback. We will also have a short dance call.
Cost: $400 | Time: 6:00-8:30PM
10 Lessons plus additional rehearsals for Holiday Cheer Concert on Main Stage:
Monday, Nov 18: 4:30-7:30pm, Saturday, Nov 23: 10:30-1:30pm, Monday, Nov 25: 4:30-7:30pm, Wednesday, Dec 4: 4:30-7:30pm
Holiday Cheer Concert: December 6
Call time: 4:30pm
Show at 5:00-6:15 pm.
10 Lessons plus additional rehearsals for Future Stars Benefit on Main Stage:
Sunday, Mar 2: 1:00-4:00pm, Sunday, Mar 9: 1:00-4:00pm, Friday, Mar 14: 4:30-7:30pm
Future Stars Benefit: March 15
Call time: 12:30pm, Show at 2:00pm.