SAVE THE DATE!
You are invited to audition for this fantastical, magical, surreal, tender, sweet, and essential story! The auditions will be held on Wednesday, December 11th and Thursday, December 12th, from 6-8 PM at the Menomonie Theater Guild studio, located at 502 West 2nd Street in downtown Menomonie. Please come prepared for movement and for reading selected sides. No other preparations needed Actors are encouraged to audition for any of the roles regardless of their gender, age, ability, etc.
Synopsis: The fable of The Little Prince is beloved by children and adults. As a child, an Aviator became disillusioned with the lack of imagination in grown-up life. He now prefers to keep his own company, which he does until his plane goes down in the Sahara desert. Miles from human habitation, he is surprised to encounter a Little Prince who claims to be from another planet, who comes from a planet barely bigger than he is, on which there are baobabs and a very precious flower, a rose. As this chance encounter unfolds, the story follows the Little Prince as he shares his travels via a flock of birds to various planets, including Earth, and addresses themes of loneliness, friendship, love, and loss. Despite its style as a children's book, The Little Prince makes observations about life, adults, and human nature.
Character Synopsis:
Main Roles:
The Aviator (age range 30's +)
A pilot stranded in the desert, they encounter the Little Prince and share their own struggles with loneliness and the complexities of adulthood. Through their friendship, they learn to reconnect with their childlike wonder and imagination. NOTE: Those wishing to audition for The Aviator should expect a lot of physical movement for the show
The Little Prince (age range 16-20’s)
A curious and innocent child from a distant asteroid, they seek to understand love, friendship, and the nature of adulthood. Their journey reveals profound truths about human relationships and the importance of seeing with the heart. *NOTE: Those wishing to audition for The Little Prince should expect a lot of physical movement for the show
Featured Roles:
The Rose (female presenting, age range 20's-40's)
A beautiful and vain flower, she represents love’s complexities and the challenges of vulnerability. Though demanding, her unique bond with the Little Prince teaches him valuable lessons about responsibility and devotion.
The Snake (age range 20's+)
A mysterious and enigmatic creature, the Snake embodies wisdom and the themes of life and death. Though initially appearing threatening, they ultimately guide the Little Prince toward understanding the deeper meanings of love, sacrifice, and the cycle of life.
The Fox (age range 16+)
Wise and playful, the Fox teaches the Little Prince about relationships, loyalty, and the meaning of true friendship. Their advice emphasizes the importance of taming and the depth of connections we create. *NOTE: Those wishing to audition for The Fox should expect a lot of physical movement for the show.
Cameos (age range 16+)
King
Conceited Man
Lamplighter
Geographer
Desert Rose
Note: Cameos are a dynamic group of characters who bring to life the various inhabitants of the Little Prince’s universe. They highlight key themes of the story, emphasizing the importance of connection, imagination, and the wisdom found in everyday encounters (and present different varieties of adult!).
Movement Ensemble (age range 16+)
This ensemble will become “human scenery”, moving in subtle, stylized fashion and using various simple props. The idea is to inspire the audience to see the illusions they create without drawing attention to themselves as individuals. Flight, sunsets, starry skies, and wind-swept sand dunes. Ensemble cast members will be on stage much of the time, their bodies creating the scenic elements in unique and creative ways.
NOTE: Those wishing to audition for Movement Ensemble should expect a lot of physical movement for the show. Movement or dance experience/interest is wonderful, and not required
NOTE: Overlap between the Cameos and Movement Ensemble is possible. Please indicate on your audition form your interest in both.
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