Into The Woods
by Zach Theatre

May. 28 - Jun. 10 (2021)


The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

 

ZACH Theatre is currently seeking talented actor/vocalist of all ethnicities for our upcoming production of Into the Woods.  Actors local to the Austin, Texas area particularly encouraged to submit. Due to the current COVID – 19 restrictions, audition video submissions will be accepted in lieu of in person auditions.


PERSONNEL:
Into the Woods
Music & Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Book by James Lapine
Directed by Dave Steakley
Music Directed by Allen Robertson

REHEARSAL & PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
Rehearsals begin September 7, 2021. Performances begin September 29, 2021, and close November 7, 2021, with six to seven shows per week: Wednesdays through Sundays at 7:30pm and some Saturday and Sundays at 2:30pm.


PRODUCTION INFORMATION:
Rehearsals will be held in an indoor space with AEA approved HVAC systems. Technical rehearsals and performances will take place outdoors on ZACH's People's Plaza.


ZACH is intending to operate as a fully vaccinated workplace per the guidance issued by Actors Equity. AEA members will be expected to follow strict health and safety protocols set forth in accordance with Actors Equity Associations guidelines.


SUBMISSION INFORMATION:
Please film your audition, beginning with a slate, followed by a brief cut of a song from the show. Accompaniment tracks can be found at this link if needed: Accompaniment Tracks, but we welcome and encourage the use of any cut or accompaniment that you prefer.

 

Please submit your video, headshot, and resume via the following link.
Into the Woods Audition Submissions

 

Please film your audition in front of a clean background, with no backlighting. As much as possible, limit ambient noise including air conditioners and other electronics. Use a secondary audio source to play the accompaniment music so that it is audible in the tape.

Submission Deadline: Thursday, 6/10 at 6pm CST

ROLES TO BE CAST:

  • BAKER, 35 - 45, A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles. Hispanic actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • BAKER'S WIFE, 35 - 45, Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors. Hispanic actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • CINDERELLA, 20 - 30, A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother
    and stepsisters. African American and mixed race actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • CINDERELLA'S STEPMOTHER, 40 - 50, The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
  • WITCH, 45 - 55, Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive. African American actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • RAPUNZEL, 20 - 30, A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Indian, African American, and Hispanic actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • JACK, 15 - 20, The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Asian American actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • JACK'S MOTHER, 50 - 65, Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed. Also plays JACK'S GRANDMOTHER. Asian American actors particularly encouraged to apply.
  • LITTLE RED, 15 - 20, A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
  • CINDERELLA'S PRINCE, 25-35, Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. Also plays WOLF and LUCINDA, Cinderella's stepsister.
  • RAPUNZEL'S PRINCE, 25-35, Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor. Also plays FLORINDA.
  • MYSTERIOUS MAN, 50-65, A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured
    protector and observer. Also plays NARRATOR, an intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Also plays CINDERELLA'S FATHER and STEWARD.