Sterling Community Theatre announces auditions for Disney’s The Little Mermaid!
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The Little Mermaid tells the story of Ariel, a curious and adventurous mermaid princess, who dreams of exploring the human world, despite her father, King Triton's, strict warnings to avoid contact with humans. When she falls in love with the charming Prince Eric, she makes a dangerous deal with the sea witch Ursula—trading her voice for a chance to become human. With only three days to earn a kiss of true love, Ariel embarks on a thrilling journey filled with friendship, courage, and self-discovery.

Directed by Katie Eressy

Music Directed by Mike Hoffmann

Choreographed by Cristin Torrey

Produced by Shaun Manson

 

Auditions – Sunday June 8th and Monday June 9th by appointment only

• Please register for your audition time slot

Callbacks – Wednesday June 11th 6:00-9:00pm

Age Minimum: All those auditioning must be entering Grade 4 by September 2025

Our audition form can be filled out ahead of time at https://tinyurl.com/3nvptxyz

 

Audition Requirements:

• Please come prepared with a 16 bar excerpt in a similar musical theater style, not from the show, that shows off your range and/or ability. We do ask that everyone bring sheet music for your audition pieces, as we will not accept a capella auditions.

• Monologues are not required. Please note that you may be asked to do a cold reading from the script at callbacks.

• There will also be a dance/movement portion of the auditions, taught in groups. Please wear comfortable shoes (no flip flops) and clothing that you can move in.

 

Rehearsal Schedule: First rehearsal is Monday June 23rd

Sundays 6:00-9pm (beginning July 27)

Mondays 6:00-9pm

Thursdays 6:00-9pm

 

Tech Week: Week of September 7, 2025 (Full attendance is mandatory)

 

Performances: (Full attendance is mandatory)

• Friday, September 12, 7:30pm

• Saturday, September 13, 2:00pm

• Saturday, September 13, 7:30pm

• Friday, September 19, 7:30pm

• Saturday, September 20, 2:00pm

• Saturday, September 20, 7:30pm

 

All auditions, rehearsals, and performances are located at First Church, 6 Meetinghouse Hill Road, Sterling, MA.

All questions can be directed to sterlingtheatreproduction@gmail.com

 

Disney's The Little Mermaid Is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com

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CHARACTER DESCRIPTIONS

ARIEL (female) Ariel is a strong-willed teenaged mermaid who longs to be human. She possesses a keen curiosity for the world both under and above the sea – much to the chagrin of her father, King Triton. Bighearted, she’s more accepting of and delighted by others’ differences than most of her fellow merfolk, but she also has a rebellious streak that can get her into trouble. A mezzo soprano. MUST be able to act with her face and body for all of Act 2 since she loses her voice.
 

PRINCE ERIC (male) Prince Eric is the adventurous human monarch who captures Ariel’s heart. Charming and sensitive in nature, he has a warm voice and demeanor that evoke his flair for romance. There is also a stubborn side to the Prince, who is determined to do whatever it takes to get what he wants – including the girl with the mysterious voice. Tenor.

FLOUNDER (male or female, but played as a male) Flounder is Ariel’s sincere and sensitive best friend who rarely leaves her side. A spunky fish with a sweet sense of humor, he can be awkward and anxious around his unrequited crush. Tenor.

SCUTTLE (male or female) Scuttle is the know-it-all seagull who serves as Ariel’s expert on all things human. Garrulous and off-beat, Scuttle’s eccentricities are more endearing than aggravating. Even as he makes up ridiculous names and functions for common human objects, his intentions are friendly and his enthusiasm is infectious. Comic relief. Tenor.

KING TRITON (male) King Triton, King of the Sea and a harried single father to seven girls, struggles to balance his political and paternal powers. A widower, Triton is as fond of his daughters as he is frustrated with their teenage angst. Even when unsure of his parenting technique, he is a tender patriarch who becomes a royal force to be reckoned with when Ariel’s safety and happiness is threatened by his sister, the Sea Witch Ursula. Baritone.

SEBASTIAN (male or female) Sebastian is the choirmaster of King Triton’s court who has a flair for the dramatic. A meticulous and uptight crab, Sebastian is ever-anxious, whether he’s conducting a concert premiere or protecting Ariel from Ursula. When he’s performing – which is almost always – he’s undeniably charismatic. His movement should be more fidgety than fluid, and he should be able to perform a broad send-up of a Caribbean accent (rather than an authentic Jamaican one). Half the battle is swapping out all “TH” sounds with “D”. Tenor.

MERSISTERS (female) Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana are the daughters of King Triton and sisters to Ariel. Full of personality and sass, each should be distinct in character. Sopranos. 

FLOTSAM & JETSAM (male or female) Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula’s sinister lackeys. With devious charm, these electric eels convince Ariel to visit the Sea Witch. Tricky and menacing, they are always lurking about, ready to take advantage of sea inhabitants at their most vulnerable moments. Altos or tenors. 

URSULA (female) Ursula is the tentacled and manipulative Sea Witch who is sister to King Triton. Cunning and calculating, she will stop at nothing to get what she wants – and what she wants is Triton’s throne. To gain the upper-hand, she utilizes her slick sense of humor, a flash of glamour, and larger-than life confidence. Heavy makeup and costume. Ursula can be played by a low alto, but a contralto is ideal.