ABOUT THE SHOW

When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. But he’s not prepared for the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, who is determined to exercise control over the town’s youth. When the reverend’s rebellious daughter sets her sights on Ren, her roughneck boyfriend tries to sabotage Ren’s reputation, with many of the locals eager to believe the worst about the new kid. The heartfelt story that emerges pins a father longing for the son he lost against a young man aching for the father who walked out on him.

To the rockin’ rhythm of its Oscar and Tony-nominated Top 40 score, augmented with dynamic new songs, Footloose celebrates the wisdom of listening to young people while guiding them with a warm heart and open mind.

Directed and Produced by: Olivia Ebel and McKenzie Waddell

There is no age requirement to audition.

HOW TO AUDITION

The first round of auditions will be conducted via self-tape. Your video should include the following:

32-bars of any pop/rock song

32-bars of any contemporary musical theater song

OPTIONAL: 30 seconds of you performing any dance piece

Please edit your audition into one video. Include a slate of your name, age, and the pieces you'll be performing at the beginning of the video. 

Self-tape auditions are due FRIDAY MAY 17th, at 11:59pm. You can submit through the google form linked above. 

CALLBACKS

Callbacks will be held on SUNDAY, MAY 19th in Manhattan, NY. The time, location, and what to prepare will be sent to those called back via email. There will be a dance call. If you are not called back, it does not mean you have not been cast. Casting notices will be sent via email as soon as possible after callbacks.

REHEARSALS

The entire process will take place from May 20th - July 20th. 

LOCATION: There are two rehearsal locations we will be using, one in Westfield, NJ and the other in New York City. When and how often each location is utilized will be determined by the preferences of our cast. On the audition form, there will be a section where you will select which locations you are able to travel to. You must be able to travel to Westfield, NJ for tech and performances (simple commute via NJ transit). We are not able to provide travel stipends for our actors, however, if you have any financial concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. 

Westfield rehearsal location: The James Ward Mansion (169 E. Broad St. Westfield, NJ 07090)

New York City rehearsal location: TBD

TIMES: While we have rehearsed Mondays through Thursdays from 6pm-9pm in the past, we are planning on adjusting our rehearsal schedule to best fit the needs of our actors. Therefore, you can anticipate some full-day rehearsals on weekends and some evening rehearsals during the week. We typically rehearse around 12 hours a week (tech and show dates being longer). A full rehearsal schedule will be provided to the cast upon receiving conflicts. 

TECH & DRESS: Below are our tech dates and times, which will be at our Westfield, NJ location. Your attendance is required should you be cast. 

July 9th, 6pm - 10pm

July 10th, 6pm - 10pm

July 11th, 6pm - 10pm

July 12th, 6pm - 10pm

July 15th, 5:30pm call

July 16th, 5:30pm call

July 17th, 5:30pm call

PERFORMANCE DATES

Thursday, July 18th at 7:30pm

Friday, July 19th at 7:30pm

Saturday, July 20th at 2:00pm

Saturday, July 20th at 7:30pm