Into the Woods by Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University in New Orleans, Louisiana

What To Know About This Production

James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

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.

One of Sondheim's most popular works, Into the Woods, is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy. Designers will especially enjoy highlighting the fantastical elements of this magical word.

Performance Dates

  • Jul 14 Thursday 7:30 PM
  • Jul 15 Friday 7:30 PM
  • Jul 16 Saturday 7:30 PM
  • Jul 17 Sunday 2:00 PM

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Auditions For Into the Woods

What To Expect At Auditions

Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University 2022 Audition Information (Into the Woods)


Please make sure you are using an "audition profile" when submitting an audition. The other option (family profile) is being phased out.

This season we will be presenting three productions: Bandstand (June 23-26), Into the Woods (July 14-17), Rent (Aug. 4-7). 

Due to health and safety protocols, all auditions will be conducted through online video submissions via the Cast 98 website. To audition for any or all of the three shows, you must go to https://cast98.com, sign up for an account, and "follow" Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University (https://us.cast98.com/studios/slt). On the site, you will be able to upload your headshot and resume and input your role preference, conflicts, video URL, and other pertinent information. You must submit a separate submission for each show. We will accept submissions via Cast98 from February 7- March 7, 2022. 

Into the Woods rehearsals are June 27- July 13, with performances July 14- July 17, 2022.

 

VOCAL AUDITION REQUIREMENTS 

Into the Woods: Please submit a 16 to 32-bar cut (or 30-45 secs) of a song in a "legit" style. Please do not submit a whole song. You can sing something from the show, but please make sure your selection shows off your vocal and acting ability. Feel free to put your own spin on a traditional song. If you would like to submit two song cuts to show contrasting styles, you may but please remember you are not required to do so. 

 

DANCE AUDITION REQUIREMENTS 

All shows will have movement of some kind.  

Into the Woods- Please submit the Movement video from the Bandstand movement video. 

Filming/video instructions- please use the landscape framing (Picture wider than taller) for your movement video. Make sure your whole body is always in the frame. 

SLT 22- Mover call for Bandstand Video: https://youtu.be/Dp5rQPZXERU 

Music for all combinations can be found at https://tinyurl.com/yckt4b7z. 

 

AUDITION VIDEO SUBMISSION 

You can have separate videos for your songs and dance/movement videos, but the best way would be to put them all into one video. If that is beyond what you can do, don't worry about it. Also, remember that while you may combine song and dance into one video, audition elements from different shows may not be combined; different shows require different video submissions. Ensure your main vocal video URL is in the Video Submission area on the Audition Sheet. Then, copy the other link(s) into the Additional Information section of that form. 

Videos need to be uploaded to a platform like YouTube or Vimeo and then submit the URL. You cannot upload videos to this audition platform. 

 

ACTORS’ EQUITY ASSOCIATION & EMC 

We do hire AEA members, depending on the show/role. 

Since Summer Lyric is a bonded company with Actors' Equity Association, all cast members and stage managers will be eligible for EMC points if they are members of the Equity Member Candidacy program. 

 

HEALTH & SAFETY PROTOCOLS 

Summer Lyric Theatre will be adhering to all Health & Safety Protocols set forth by Actors' Equity Association, Tulane University, the City of New Orleans, and the State of Louisiana. We will be following a fully vaccinated protocol (including a booster). Cast members must bring their vaccination cards with them to the first rehearsal. 

 

EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION 

Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a safe space for its company members. No one will be discriminated against based on their race, sexuality, sex, gender expression, or physical challenge. 

 

RESOURCES FOR VIRTUAL AUDITIONS 

Backing Tracks: Piano Trax https://www.pianotrax.com 

Self-Taping: Please refer to Bob Pavlovich's Self-Taping Guidelines on the SLT Website (https://tinyurl.com/4tawfzsv) 

Here are a few blog posts with videos and tips and tricks for self-tapes 

·                    Broadway Collective: https://bwaycollective.com/selftapeguide/ 

·                    Backstage: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/guide-perfect-self-tape-1758/ 

·                    "10 Tips To Nail Your Next Self-Tape Audition" – The Actor's Aesthetic: https://www.actoraesthetic.com/blog/self-tapes 

·                    Makayla Lysiak on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LTe43wmDZNs 

  

CASTING BREAKDOWNS 

Into the Woods 

Book by James Lapine 

Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim 

Character Breakdown 

Narrator- An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience. Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: G2 

Cinderella- A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters. Age: 20 to 30. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: G3 

Jack- The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed. Age: 20 to 30. Vocal range top: G4. Vocal range bottom: B2 

Jack's Mother- Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed. Age: 50 to 65. Vocal range top: Gb5. Vocal range bottom: Bb3 

The Baker- 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. Age: 35 to 45. Vocal range top: G4. Vocal range bottom: Ab2 

The Baker's Wife- 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. Age: 35 to 45. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F3 

Cinderella's Stepmother- The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella. Age: 40 to 50. Vocal range top: F#5. Vocal range bottom: A3 

Florinda And Lucinda- Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella. Age: 25 to 35. Vocal range top: Ab5. Vocal range bottom: C4 

Little Red Ridinghood- A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive. Age: 15 to 20. Vocal range top: F5. Vocal range bottom: Bb3 

The Witch- Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel; straightforward and aggressive. Age: 45 to 55. Vocal range top: G5. Vocal range bottom: F3 

Cinderella's Mother- Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree. Age: 40 to 55. Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: E4 

 Mysterious Man- A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer. Age: 50 to 65. Vocal range top: Eb4. Vocal range bottom: G2 

 Wolf- Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey. Age: 30 to 35. Vocal range top: Gb4. Vocal range bottom: Bb2 

 Rapunzel- A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world. Age: 20 to 30. Vocal range top: A5. Vocal range bottom: B3 

 Cinderella's Prince- Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing. Age: 30 to 40. Vocal range top: F4. Vocal range bottom: B2 

 Rapunzel's Prince- Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor. Age: 30 to 40. Vocal range top: E4. Vocal range bottom: C#3 

 Giant- Voiceover. The Giant's wife is an angry and vengeful 'monster.' She is seeking restitution for her loss. Age: 40 to 60

Audition Form

Audition Process

Create a free Cast98 audition profile then return here to fill out the online audition form.

There are four steps to complete the audition form:

  1. Information about auditions and privacy
  2. Contact information and background
  3. Upcoming conflict calendar
  4. Time slots and preferred roles

Once submitted, you can review your form and make changes up until your audition date.

Cast List For Into the Woods

Available Roles

  • Narrator/Mysterious Man
  • Cinderella
  • Jack
  • Jack's Mother
  • Baker
  • Baker's Wife
  • Cinderella's Stepmother
  • Florinda
  • Lucinda
  • Little Red Ridinghood
  • Witch
  • Cinderella's Mother
  • Rapunzel
  • Cinderella's Prince/Wolf
  • Rapunzel's Prince
  • Cinderella's Father/Steward

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