EXPIRES: August 25, 2025
Auditions for Musical “Somebody to Love”
Description
Casting actors for “Somebody to Love” show. ONLY LOCAL TALENT WILL BE CONSIDERED. See the breakdown below.
About th eproject:
Somebody to Love is a psychedelic, immersive reimagining of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, adapted and arranged by Ashley Simmons, the creative force behind Pensacola Little Theatre’s 2022 Foo Foo Fest experience, Unrequited. Set to the electrifying sounds of 1960s rock, this production blends Shakespeare’s whimsical romance with the music of Jefferson Airplane, The Zombies, The Kinks, and more. Audiences will be swept into a world of fairy mischief, star-crossed lovers, and groovy rebellion as they wander through the Clark Family Cultural Center, where reality and enchantment blur in a haze of love, laughter, and rock ‘n’ roll.
Additional info:
Prepare a verse and chorus of the song associated with the character youre auditioning for (see character list) or any song from the show.
A short dance call will follow, so come dressed to move.
Callbacks will include cold readings from the script.
See the song list attached.
If you are interested, please apply.
20 Project roles
THESEUS
40
-59.
THE MORTAL
Duke of Athens. Confident and commanding. Think classic rock royalty meets statesman.
Audition songs: You Really Got Me by The Kinks or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
HIPPOLYTA
40
-59.
THE MORTAL
Queen of the Amazons, now engaged to Theseus. Poised, graceful, and no-nonsense. Her presence exudes feminine power and quiet rebellion.
Audition songs: You Really Got Me by The Kinks or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
EGEUS
40
-59.
THE MORTAL
Hermias strict and old-fashioned father. Hates fun, happiness, and hippies.
Audition songs: You Really Got Me by The Kinks or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
LYSANDER
18
-29.
THE MORTAL
A romantic and free-spirited young lover. Hes deeply in love with Hermia and willing to risk it all to be with her. Earnest and impulsive, he could be found front row at a Jefferson Airplane concert.
Audition song: Unchained Melody by The Righteous Brothers
Application deadline closed.
DEMETRIUS
18
-29.
THE MORTAL
Another suitor of Hermia, though Helena is the one who truly loves him. At first pompous and dismissive, hes eventually softened by magic and music.
Audition song: Unchained Melody by The Righteous Brothers
Application deadline closed.
HERMIA
18
-29.
THE MORTAL
Egeus daughter. Strong-willed, passionate, and ready to rebel for love. A flower child with fire, Hermias journey is one of defiance and desire.
Audition song: Somebody to Love by Jefferson Airplane
Application deadline closed.
HELENA
18
-29.
THE MORTAL
Hermias best friend and Demetriuss jilted admirer. Vulnerable, dramatic, and achingly sincere, Helena pines with the poetic melancholy of a torch song.
Audition song: Somebody to Love by Jefferson Airplane
Application deadline closed.
OBERON
20
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
King of the Fairies. Charismatic, vengeful, and otherworldly. His love-hate dynamic with Titania fuels the supernatural mischief of the story. He rules with glam-rock mystique.
Audition song: Time of the Season by The Zombies
Application deadline closed.
TITANIA
20
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Queen of the Fairies. Radiant, wild, and proud. Shes a cosmic mother of nature who refuses to be tamed.
Audition song: Walk on By by Dionne Warwick
Application deadline closed.
PUCK / ROBIN GOODFELLOW
18
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Oberons mischievous sprite. A punk-rock trickster, Puck is the chaotic spirit of the show, guiding the audience and delighting in romantic confusion.
Audition song: Time of the Season
Application deadline closed.
PARSLEY
18
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Titanias attendants. Ethereal and lyrical, these fairies embody the magic of the forest and the haunting beauty of 1960s folk music. Each has their own flavor and charm.
Audition song: Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
SAGE
18
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Titanias attendants. Ethereal and lyrical, these fairies embody the magic of the forest and the haunting beauty of 1960s folk music. Each has their own flavor and charm.
Audition song: Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
ROSEMARY
18
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Titanias attendants. Ethereal and lyrical, these fairies embody the magic of the forest and the haunting beauty of 1960s folk music. Each has their own flavor and charm.
Audition song: Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
THYME
18
-56.
THE FAIRY COURT
Titanias attendants. Ethereal and lyrical, these fairies embody the magic of the forest and the haunting beauty of 1960s folk music. Each has their own flavor and charm.
Audition song: Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
FAIRIES
18
-56.
Mystical and ever-moving, these fairies bring the forest to life. Serving Oberon and Titania, they guide the audience, spread mischief, and create the magical world of the show.
Audition song: Scarborough Fair by Simon and Garfunkel or Happy Together by The Turtles
Application deadline closed.
QUINCE
20
-56.
THE MECHANICALS (THE PLAYERS)
Audition songs for all Mechanicals: Cant Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Vallie or Happy Together by The Turtles
The director of the Mechanicals play. A bit frazzled but fiercely dedicated, Quince is the reluctant stage manager trying to wrangle chaos into performance.
Application deadline closed.
FLUTE
18
-56.
THE MECHANICALS (THE PLAYERS)
Audition songs for all Mechanicals: Cant Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Vallie or Happy Together by The Turtles
A bellows-mender assigned the role of Thisbe. Reluctant to play his role but ultimately hilarious and heartfelt.
Application deadline closed.
SNOUT
18
-56.
THE MECHANICALS (THE PLAYERS)
Audition songs for all Mechanicals: Cant Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Vallie or Happy Together by The Turtles
A tinker who plays the wall. Earnest and literal, Snout throws himself into the smallest of roles with great seriousness.
Application deadline closed.
SNUG
18
-56.
THE MECHANICALS (THE PLAYERS)
Audition songs for all Mechanicals: Cant Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Vallie or Happy Together by The Turtles
The joiner cast as the Lion. Nervous and sweet, Snug worries about frightening the ladies with his roara gentle giant at heart.
Application deadline closed.
STARVELING
18
-56.
THE MECHANICALS (THE PLAYERS)
Audition songs for all Mechanicals: Cant Take My Eyes Off of You by Frankie Vallie or Happy Together by The Turtles
A tailor who plays Moonshine. Dry and deadpan, Starvelings literal interpretation of the moon adds layers of absurdity to the Mechanicals show.
Application deadline closed.
