Under the Sea Awaits — Auditions Are Open!

Rose Kids at the Rose Center Theater invites young performers to audition for our upcoming production of Disney's The Little Mermaid! We're seeking enthusiastic young artists ages 6–19 to bring this beloved underwater world to the stage. Video submissions are open now through Wednesday, March 18. Don't wait — submit your self-tape early!

ABOUT THE SHOW

Disney's The Little Mermaid A Rose Kids Production at the Rose Center Theater

Dive into adventure with Ariel, Sebastian, Flounder, and the whole undersea kingdom in Disney's The Little Mermaid — a magical musical filled with unforgettable songs, spectacular storytelling, and heart. This enchanting production is part of the Rose Kids youth theater program, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of performers right here in our community.

Performances: Thursday, April 30 at 7:30 PM Friday, May 1 at 7:30 PM Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 PM Sunday, May 3 at 2:00 PM

AUDITION INFORMATION

Who Can Audition: Young performers ages 6–19

Audition Format: Video self-tape submission

Submission Window: Open now through 5:00 PM PDT Wednesday, March 18

Callbacks: By invitation only — Saturday, March 21, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at the Rose Center Theater

WHAT TO PREPARE

Vocal Audition Prepare 32 bars (no more than 1 minute) of a Broadway or Broadway-style musical theater song that best showcases your voice and personality. Songs from The Little Mermaid are welcome but not required. Please use piano or karaoke accompaniment — no a cappella submissions.

Dance / Movement A dance or movement reel is optional and only recommended if you have one readily available.

SELF-TAPE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow these steps to put your best fin forward:

Slate first — state your name, height, and age at the start of your video
Perform your audition song with accompaniment
Film in landscape (horizontal) mode with your full face and chest in frame
Use good front lighting — natural light or a ring light works great
Watch your tape before submitting to make sure you can be seen and heard clearly
Upload your video to YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or Dropbox and make sure the link is set to "Anyone with the link can view" — password-protected links cannot be reviewed

Combine your slate and song into a single video clip. An optional second link for a movement/dance reel may be submitted separately.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUBMIT

A current color headshot (no black and white, please)
A PDF of your resume (or a brief list of experience for younger performers — all levels welcome!)
Your video link(s) as described above

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Video Submissions: Open Now

Submission Deadline: 5:00 PM PDT Wednesday, March 18

Callbacks: Saturday, March 21 · 1:00–4:00 PM

Opening Night: Thursday, April 30 · 7:30 PM

Rehearsals: The final rehearsal schedule is still being confirmed. Rehearsals are typically held on weekday evenings and select weekend afternoons. Not all cast members will be called to every rehearsal. All cast members are expected to be available for Tech Week (April 26–29) and all performances (April 30 – May 3).

PARTICIPATION

This is a non-union youth theater production through the Rose Kids program at the Rose Center Theater. A $100 participation fee applies for all cast members.

Questions? We're happy to help. Reach out to the Rose Kids team at production@rosecentertheater.com

Ready to make a splash? Submit your audition today — the sea is calling! 🐠

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Who We're Casting

Rose Kids is seeking young performers to fill the following roles for The Little Mermaid. All roles are open to performers ages 6–19.

Ariel: King Triton's youngest daughter and the heart of our story. Ariel is curious, passionate, and endlessly fascinated by the human world above. She's headstrong and a little impulsive, but fiercely kind. A strong singer with presence and emotional range. Principal role.

Prince Eric: A charming human prince with an adventurous spirit and an easy smile. After a mysterious voice saves his life, he can't get it out of his head. Warm, likable, and genuinely heroic. Principal role.

Ursula: The scheming Sea Witch with a flair for the dramatic. Ursula is cunning, theatrical, and wickedly fun — every bit the villain the story deserves. A commanding stage presence with strong comedic instincts. Principal role.

King Triton: Ruler of the sea and Ariel's devoted father. Powerful and larger-than-life on the surface, but underneath it all — a dad just trying to keep his daughter safe. Strong voice and commanding physicality. Principal role.

Sebastian: King Triton's flustered crab advisor and reluctant sidekick to Ariel's adventures. Sebastian is musical, expressive, and endlessly entertaining — equal parts stressed and lovable. Strong comedic timing and singing ability a must. Principal role.

Flounder: Ariel's loyal best friend — a fish with a big heart and a healthy sense of caution. Enthusiastic and funny, with genuine warmth. A great role for a performer who can balance comedy and heart. Principal role.

Scuttle: A fast-talking seagull who fancies himself an expert on all things human (he is not). Scuttle is loud, optimistic, and absolutely convinced he knows what he's talking about. Big personality, big laughs. Principal role.

Grimsby: Prince Eric's proper British guardian — dutiful, a little stuffy, and perpetually worried about Eric's responsibilities. A wonderful character role with great comedic potential. Principal role.

Flotsam & Jetsam: Ursula's slippery eel henchmen. These two move and think as one — smooth, sneaky, and always up to no good. Ideal for performers with strong physical awareness and chemistry with a scene partner. Principal roles — often double-cast as a pair.

Chef Louis: The palace's wildly enthusiastic French chef — a culinary showman with a particular passion for seafood. A high-energy, physical comedy role with a memorable production number. Principal role.

Ensemble

We are also seeking performers for our vibrant ensemble, including:

Mersisters: Ariel's six older sisters: Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, and Allana
Sea Creatures: the colorful, imaginative inhabitants of Ariel's underwater world
Sailors & Crew: the spirited shipboard ensemble including the Pilot and Sailors
Gulls: Scuttle's excitable seaside flock
Palace Maids & Chefs: the bustling human world above the water
Animals & Princesses: featured ensemble roles in the palace scenes

Ensemble performers play a vital role in bringing this world to life. Strong movers, singers, and performers of all experience levels are encouraged to audition.