
AUDITIONS
We are seeking a diverse cast of adults and children (ages 10 and up) to bring this beautiful and moving story to life. Performers of all backgrounds, gender identities, body types, and abilities are encouraged to audition.
AUDITION DATES
Please attend one general audition date:
Wednesday, October 1
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM - Kid/Teen Audition
7:15 - 10:00 PM - 18+ Auditions
Thursday, October 2
6:30 PM – 7:15 PM - Kid/Teen Audition
7:15 - 10:00 PM - 18+ Auditions
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Kids Ages 10 - 17 Sign-ups - Click here
Adult Sign-ups - Click here
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Appointments will be given priority, and walk-ins will be
taken as time allows.
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Dance Call & Callbacks (By Invitation Only):
Saturday, October 4
8:30 AM – 10:00 AM: Dance Callbacks
10:15AM - 12:00PM: Music and Reading Callbacks
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Callback notifications will be sent via email by
5:00 PM on Friday, October 3. Dance videos and reading sides will be available here by Monday, September 22nd.
Cast List will be posted online by Sunday, October 5 at 8:00 PM.
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Cannot make an in-person audition? Please contact the director at MRoelke@artsgp.org.
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SHOW SYNOPSIS:
Anastasia: The Musical is a sweeping, romantic adventure that transports audiences from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the vibrant streets of 1920s Paris. Inspired by the beloved animated film and historical legend, the musical tells the story of a young woman, Anya, who sets out to uncover the mystery of her past—and discovers she may be the long-lost Grand Duchess Anastasia Romanov.
Pursued by a relentless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the help of two con men—Dmitry and Vlad—who seek to present her to the Dowager Empress in Paris. But as they journey across Europe, Anya begins to remember fragments of her past, and her search for identity becomes a powerful journey of self-discovery, love, and hope.
With a rich score featuring songs like "Journey to the Past," "Once Upon a December," and "My Petersburg," Anastasia blends historical drama, heartfelt emotion, and magical storytelling into a stunning theatrical experience.
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AUDITION WILL INCLUDE
MUSIC: Please prepare 32 bars of a musical theater song in the style of the show. You may audition with a song from the show. A pianist and Bluetooth speaker will be provided. Please bring music in the correct key and no tracks with backing/guided vocals or acapella auditions.
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MONOLOGUE: Please select one of the provided monologues to perform or provide one of your own. If selecting a piece of your choice, please try to select something that is within the tone of the show and can showcase depth.
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DANCE: Dancing will be done at the callbacks on Saturday, October 4, by invitation only. Auditioners will be asked to perform a general audition combo. For those interested in being considered for more dance-heavy features, they will also be required to demonstrate across-the-floor ballet and ballroom steps.
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Videos of the general audition and across-the-floor ballet will be posted on the GPAC website by Monday, September 22. Ballroom steps will be taught in person.
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REHEARSALS:
Begin Monday, October 13. Rehearsals generally run Mondays - Thursdays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM, and Saturdays from 9 - 12 PM and/or 1 - 4PM. Promotional photos will be taken on a Friday. And tech week will start Sunday, December 7.
A tentative calendar will be available at auditions. Please be sure to list ALL conflicts on your audition form, including days we do not specify we have rehearsals. Rehearsals are at GPAC's rehearsal space at the Veteran's Park Event Center and move to the Uptown Theater two weeks before the show opens.​
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PRODUCTION STAFF:
Artistic Director: Mallory Roelke
Assistant Director: Trey Cardona
Music Director/Conductor: Patricia Bedford
Co-Choreographer: Whitney Morris
Co-Choreographer/Intimacy Coordinator: Jorilyn Tasker
Stage Manager: Madison Whitney
Fight Director: Carlo Acyetuno
Set Design & Build: Matt Betz
Lighting Design/Operator: Holli Price
Sound Design: Ryan Brazil
Projection Design: Mallory Roelke
Projection Tech: Randy Gamez
Costume Design: Erika Durham
Assistant Costumer: Effie Fox
Props Design: Mallory Roelke
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AUDITION LOCATION: Veteran's Park Event Center, 925 Conover Drive, Grand Prairie, 75051 *** Across the street from the Grand Prairie Memorial Library ***
PERFORMANCES:
Thursday, December 11 at 8:00 PM (Preview)
Friday, December 12 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, December 13 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Sunday, December 14 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, December 18 at 8:00 PM
Friday, December 19 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, December 20 at 2:00 PM and 8:00 PM
Sunday, December 21 at 2:00 PM (Closing + Mandatory Strike)