Auditions - The Spongebob Musical

Springboro Community Theater is looking for performers of all ages* to bring "The Spongebob Musical" to life at North Park Amphitheater! The power of optimism can save the world! This is a dynamic musical with a fast-moving story and a large ensemble cast. Whether or not you are a fan of the animated cartoon series, this fun inspiring musical has something for everyone!

The stakes have never been higher in Bikini Bottom! SpongeBob and the residents of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Just when all hope seems lost, the most unexpected hero rises up! The power of optimism really can save the world!

Auditions: June 9th and 10th starting at 7pm with potential callbacks on June 11th

ALTERNATE LOCATION:

**NOTE: Due to an ongoing production, auditions will NOT be held in the Theatre. They will be held at The Gabriel House, next to United Church of Christ (15 West Mill Street, Springboro, OH 45066).**

Please prepare a 32 bar (<1minute) cut of a song in the style of the show that showcases your performing talents! A pianist and Bluetooth speaker will be available, no acapella auditions please! All auditions will include a dance call, so have comfortable clothes and appropriate shoes ready!

*Children Under 12 are invited to audition with the participation of a sibling, parent and/or guardian 16+ in the cast, crew or production team. Children interested in an ensemble-only role do not need to prepare a solo audition piece; instead they will be invited to sing the Spongebob theme song in small groups at the start of auditions.

Video auditions will be considered but in person auditions are strongly preferred. Videos must be submitted by June 8th at 5pm. Please reach out to the Director Meagan Kuchan Clark (meagan.kuchan@gmail.com) for more information.

SpongeBob the Musical is based on the animated series by Stephen Hillenburd and features a book by Kyle Jarrow with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareiles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, the Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend and songs by David Bowie.

A note on Character Descriptions & Casting: The nature of this show leaves A LOT of flexibility when casting with regards to age, race and gender. When casting, we will be looking for the best person who best embodies the spirit of the character!

SpongeBob SquarePants (Any, Lead, Traditionally - Tenor): They are optimistic, innocent, and boyish; energetic and sometimes hyperactive. This actor should have the ability to move well and be an extremely physical actor. Additionally they should have strong comedic timing and precision.
Patrick Star (Male, Lead, Tenor): Well-intentioned but somewhat clueless, an innocent; a big softie, who can also be prone to sudden child-like swings of emotion.
Squidward Q. Tentacles (Male, Lead, Tenor, G# belt.): Grumpy, cynical, dry, short- tempered, generally negative but lovable! Strong Dance skills preferred.
Sandy Cheeks (Female, Lead, Mezzo-Soprano): A brainy and athletic Texan squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom for a research project. She acts as SpongeBob's most trusted ally on their quest to stop the volcano from erupting, using her vast amount of scientific knowledge and brilliant inventions to aid the mission.
Sheldon Plankton (Male, Lead, Tenor): His personality outweighs his size- slick, scheming, nefarious; has the ability to charm; determined, he will do anything to get ahead in life; very greedy, but his heart is still open enough to rekindle a romance with his wife. This character will need to dance and rap skills a plus.
Karen the Computer (Female; Supporting; Any): Glamorous, a robotic housewife of Plankton. She's been there for Plankton's every scheme and plot and has become jaded - she's been there and done that. Strong comic actress, as well as Singer and Mover.
Pearl Krabs (Female, Supporting, Mezzo-Soprano): Mr. Krabs' teenage daughter who is misunderstood by her father and just wants to focus on HER dreams, and not those of her Dad. This is a character role with a powerful belt preferred.
Eugene Crabs (Male, Lead, Baritone): The greedy owner of the Krusty Krab, and employer of SpongeBob and Squidward. While everyone is off panicking about Bikini Bottom's imminent doom, he decides to strike the iron while it's hot and puts on a huge "apocalypse sale" at his restaurant, exploiting the fear of his fellow fish to make him even richer.
Perch Perkins (Male, Featured, Bass): Bikini Bottoms resident news caster. This actor needs to have a strong reporter presence and sings the opening bass solo of “No Control”.
Electric Skates (Any, Featured): Rock and roll band members with tight vocal harmonies. Strong Dance, and/or skateboard or scooter skills a big plus.
Patchy the Pirate (Any, Featured, Traditionally - Baritone): Spongebob’s #1 Fan, who is perhaps a little too enthusiastic but does a great job riling up the crowd!
Other Featured Ensemble Roles
- Mayor of Bikini Bottom: Female, Featured, Any
- French Narrator: Male, Ensemble, Spoken
- Old Man Jenkins: Ensemble, Any
- Mrs. Puff: Female, Ensemble, Any
- Gary the Snail: Ensemble, Spoken
- Larry the Lobster: Male, Ensemble, Any
- Sardines: Ensemble, All Voice Parts
- Security Guards: Ensemble, Spoken
- Featured Dancers: Plankton Groupies, Sea Anemones, various other roles