Casting
Step into the spotlight! Grandstreet’s shows feature local volunteer actors and casting is done through audition. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or new to the stage, we welcome all talents and passions. Auditioning is not just about landing a role; it’s about embracing the thrill of the stage, challenging yourself, and connecting with fellow community members who share your love for theatre. Come prepared to showcase your skills, dive into the script, and let your passion shine. Together we’ll bring the magic of live performance to our community and create unforgettable memories and friendships that will continue long after the curtains close.
UPCOMING AUDITIONS
JUNIE B. JONES JR
When: March 24 or March 25th
Where: Grandstreet Studio, 328 N. Fuller Ave (use the backdoor in the parking lot)
What: Fill out the audition/conflict sheet, bring a headshot and resume if you want, choose a time slot
Who: any young actors between the ages of 7 (by January 1,2025) and 19
Rehearsals begin April 7, 2025
Performances are May 30 – June 8, 2025
Director: Liz Adler
Musical Director: Liz Adler
Choreographer: Molly Roby
Production Stage Manager: Teddy Harman
HOW TO AUDITION
- Fill out this conflict form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd7pTYdHqHaGrtypcigb9leK-bXICryHaY09uXsrGNDhaNn3g/viewform
- Sign up for an audition slot: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F4EAEA92DA1F94-54347128-audition#/
- Read the script, choose your audition song and look over the “sides” to be used at the audition: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1W2B2XQ5-KmVZnfROGR58WuMlFPnKmhwx
- Show up for your audition using the upper studio door (in the parking lot between Grandstreet and the studio). It’s a big grey door.
- Have so much fun!
SEEKING:
JUNIE B. JONES
Junie B. Jones is a spunky, intelligent girl who is starting the first grade as our show begins. Determined and a bit impulsive, Junie B. finds herself at the center of many classroom antics.
DADDY
Daddy is Junie B.’s encouraging father who always looks on the bright side. Looking for an actor who can comfortably portray an adult figure in a world full of young school kids.
MOTHER
Mother is Junie B.’s no-nonsense mom. She can be tough on Junie B., but it is all out of love.
LUCILLE
Lucille is Junie B.’s former best friend who has moved on to new friendships. Poised, put together, and probably a bit spoiled, Luckille controls and plans everything she does – quite the opposite of Junie B.’s bold impulsiveness.
CAMILLE and CHENILLE
Lucille’s new best friends, Camille and Chenille are twins. Just like Lucille, they are well dressed and very composed. They don’t have to look exactly alike.
GRACE
Grace is another one of Junie B.’s former best friends. She is not as calculated as Lucille, she has simply mad new friends apart from Junie B.
MR. WOO
Mr. Woo is the supervisor on the school bus. This featured role is great for an actor with a commanding speaking voice as he is in charge of corralling the kids on the bus.
BOBBI JEAN PIPER
Bobbi Jean Piper is Grace’s new friend. Bobbi Jean happens to be in the wrong place at the wrong time and unintentionally ends up on Junie B.’s bad side
HERB
Herb is Junie B.’s new best friend. An endlessly kind and charming little boy, Herb easily balances out Junie B.’s more demanding side.
MAY
May is the teacher’s pet. Eager to prove her brilliance, May does not prioritize making friends with any of her classmates, and they do not mind.
LENNIE and JOSÉ
Lennie and José are classmates and friends of Junie B. and Herb.
MR. SCARY
Mr. Scary is the Room One teacher. unlike his name suggests, Mr. Scary is a supportive and encouraging teacher.
SHELDON
Sheldon is definitely not the most popular kid in class. Plagued by a myriad of allergies and general clumsiness, Sheldon’s good intentions often end in disaster.
SHIRLEY
Shirley is a featured soloist in a few of the School Kid’s songs.
MRS. GUTZMAN
Mrs. Gutzman is the sweet old lunch lady, revered by all of the School Kids.
ENSEMBLE
The Ensemble consists of Tickle the dog, the School Kids, Lunch Student 1, Kids on Bus, Student 1, Student 2, Student 3, Student 4, Student 5, Lunch Server and Cheerleaders.
* If you have any questions about the audition or the show, please email Marianne at marianne@grandstreettheatre.com
MARY POPPINS
AUDITION INFORMATION
Grandstreet Theatre is thrilled to announce auditions for Mary Poppins, the beloved musical that will open our 50th season in grand fashion! This timeless classic, full of magic, heart, and unforgettable music, will bring together a vibrant cast of local talent, conservatory students, and professional performers from across the country.
We are now accepting submissions from actors interested in being part of this extraordinary production. Video submissions are welcomed from performers near and far, offering the opportunity to showcase your talent and join us for this landmark season. For those eager to audition in person, mark your calendars for Saturday, February 22nd, and prepare to bring your best to the Grandstreet stage.
Detailed instructions for submissions and additional information about the in-person auditions will be provided below, please read through all the instructions carefully before submitting your audition.
Join us in celebrating 50 incredible years of storytelling by bringing this cherished musical to life! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an up-and-coming talent, this is your chance to be part of a milestone moment in Grandstreet Theatre history. We can’t wait to see you there!
All paid positions (local and non-local) are non-AEA, and will teach in our summer camps as part of the contract. A limited number of Non-Local paid positions will receive $500 per week, as well as travel and housing expenses. Those living in Helena and the surrounding areas who wish to be paid MUST be available for all rehearsal times and be willing to teach in our summer camps as part of the contract.
Local volunteers will have a limited rehearsal schedule.
All adult actors must be able to pass a background check as a requirement for employment/casting.
CONSERVATORY INFORMATION LINKED HERE
Please submit a video with the following:
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS MUST INCLUDE:
- 16-32 measures of a contemporary musical theatre song in the style of the show. You may also sing from the show if you’d like.
- 1-minute monologue
- Short dance combination:
- All actors please submit a video of Super-Cali routine (at either 75% or 100% speed)
- For actors interested in the roles of: Mary, Bert, and Tap Ensemble *Please additionally submit a video audition of Step In Time
- DANCE VIDEOS CAN BE FOUND BY CLICKING HERE
IN-PERSON AUDITIONS WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY FEBRUARY 22ND AT 1PM IN THE GRANDSTREET THEATRE STUDIO:
Please prepare:
- a 16-32 bar cut of music in the style of the show. Singing from the show is acceptable. Actors will be asked to stop if they go over this time limit. Please provide your track, Bluetooth speaker will be available.
- 1-minute monologue, actors will be asked to stop if you go over this time limit.
- Some actors will be asked to return for a dance call.
- Please be prepared with the Super-Cali routine
- For actors interested in the roles of: Mary, Bert, and Tap Ensemble, Please additionally prepare Step In Time .
Availability:
Rehearsals for Mary Poppins will begin on June 18 and will be daily through July 10, up to forty hours a week. Performances are Tuesday – Sunday, July 11 – August 3, 2025
Rehearsals will be scheduled during the day and/or in the evening. For local actors in small roles, rehearsals will be limited to evenings and weekends.
Summer camps are July 14-July 25 or July 28-August 1, 2025
If you have conflicts for any of the rehearsal or performance dates for the show you are auditioning for, please include those below. Additionally, if you are applying for a teaching position, please include any conflicts for the summer camp dates below.
AVAILABLE ROLES
MARY POPPINS
Jane and Michael Banks’s new nanny. She is extraordinary and strange, neat and tidy, delightfully vain yet particular, and sometimes a little frightening but always exciting. She is practically perfect in every way and always means what she says. A mezzo-soprano with strong top notes, she should be able to move well. She can have a more traditional soprano sound, but precision and diction is the key.
Vocal range top: C6
Vocal range bottom: Gb3
BERT
The narrator of the story, is a good friend to Mary Poppins. An everyman, Bert has many occupations, including hurdy-gurdy player, sidewalk artist and chimney sweep. Bert watches over the children as well as the goings on in Cherry Tree Lane. He has charm, speaks with a Cockney accent and is a song-and-dance man.
Vocal range top: F#4
Vocal range bottom: B2
GEORGE BANKS
The father to Jane and Michael Banks, is a banker to the very fiber of his being. Demanding “precision and order” in his household, he is a pipe-and-slippers man who doesn’t have much to do with his children and believes that he had the perfect upbringing by his nanny, the cruel Miss Andrew. His emotional armor, however, conceals a sensitive soul. A baritone, George may speak-sing as necessary.
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
WINIFRED BANKS
George’s wife and Jane and Michael’s mother. A former actress, she is loving and distracted homemaker who is busy trying to live up to her husband’s desire to obnly associate with “the best people” as well as be the model wife and mother. She suffers from the conflicting feelings that she’s not up to the job of “being Mrs. Banks,” yet, she is, and more. She has great warmth and simplicity to her tone.
Vocal range top: D5
Vocal range bottom: A3
JANE
The high-spirited daughter of Mr. and Mr. Banks, is bright and precocious but can be willful and inclined to snobbishness.
Age: 11 to 12
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
MICHAEL
The cute and cheeky son of Mr. and Mrs. Banks. Excitable and naughty, he adores his father and tries to be like him. Both he and Jane misbehave in order to get the attention of their parents.
Ages: 9 to 10
Vocal range top: E5
Vocal range bottom: A3
KATIE NANNA
Jane and Micahel’s nanny at the beginning of the show. Overwhelmed and upset, she has absolutely had her fill of the Banks children.
POLICEMAN
A neighborhood fixture who is respected by and observant of households on his beat.
MISS LARK
The haughty next-door neighbor of the Banks family who treats her dog, Willoughby, as if her were child.
ADMIRAL BOOM
A retired Royal Navy man and neighbor of the Banks family. A physically large man with a loud and booming voice, he speaks in Navy jargon and has a soft spot for his neighbor, Miss Lark. Can be any vocal range as needed. If Admiral Bloom doubles as the Banks Chairman, he can be a baritone.
MRS. BRILL
The housekeeper and cook for the Banks family. Overworked and harrassed, she’s always complaining that the house is understaffed. Her intimidating exterior is a cover for the warmth underneath. Mrs. Brill doesn’t have a high opinion of nannies in general and Mary Poppins in particular. She does not have to be a strong singer.
Vocal range top: D#5
Vocal range bottom: F#3
ROBERTSON AY
The houseboy to the Banks family. Lazy, sleepy and grumbling, he never gets things right and believes himself to be useless. He doesn’t do a lot of singing, but his “Spoonful” solo can be a fun surprise.
Vocal range top: G#4
Vocal range bottom: F3
BIRD WOMAN
Covered in a patchwork of old shawls, and her pockets are stuffed with bags of crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs for the birds. She tries to sell her crumbs to passersby, who ignore her as if she doesn’t exist. Sings “Feed the Birds.” There can be a gruff, folksy quality to her voice that relfelcts the hardness of her life.
Vocal range top: C5
Vocal range bottom: Gb3
PARK KEEPER
Uniformed and officious, he makes sure no one breaks park regulations. His life is defined by rules, but he secretly hankers after his childhood.
NELEUS
The statue of a young boy posed with a dolphin in the park. Neleus was separated from his father, Poseidon, and misses him very much. A small and lonely being, he is very happy to befriend Jane and Michael. This role is a wonderful opportunity to feature one of the strong dancers in your ensemble.
QUEEN VICTORIA
A statue in the park.
BANK CHAIRMAN
The head of the bank where Mr. Banks is employed, is an Edwardian stuffed-shirt. He can speak/sing his lines if necessary.
MISS SMYTHE
The Bank Chairman’s humorless secretary.
VON HUSSLER
A businessman seeking a loan from the bank for a shady business deal. He speaks with a German accent.
JOHN NORTHBROOK
An honest business man seeking a loan to build a factory for his community. He speaks with an accent from Northern England.
MRS. CORRY
Owns a magical gingerbread shop. She is a mysterious woman of great age.
MISS ANDREW
George’s overbearing and scary nanny. With her bottle of nasty-tasting brimstone and treacle to keep naughty children in line, she is a bully who only knows one way of doing things – her way. A soprano with an alto belt, there can be some heaviness to her voice along with range.
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Gb3
ENSEMBLE
Annie, Fannie, Valentine, Teddy Bear, Mr. Punch, Doll, Chimney Sweeps, Toys, Parkgoers.
