The SpongeBob Musical (Youth/Teen)
Show dates: April 10-12 & April 17-19
Plunge into this stunning all-singing, all-dancing, dynamic stage show! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world!
The Teen Casts will be performing the full version of the show, and the Youth Cast will be performing the Youth Edition version.
Casting Policy
Wonder Theatre Academy has a new policy that outlines the audition & casting process for our student productions. Please read the required casting policy (CLICK HERE). We thank you for your interest in being a part of Wonder Theatre Academy Auditions!
For other questions, please visit our FAQ page.
Audition Info
AUDITION DATEs: November 22 (9-4 PM) & November 23 (9-2 PM)
Auditions are open to performers 7-18 years old
Youth Edition (7-12)
Teen Edition (13-18)
You do not have to be a current student at the Wonder Theatre Academy to audition
We will be forming THREE casts for this show.
Production Team:
Alonzo Corona (Director - Teen Cast)
Jennifer Hoskins (Music Director - Teen Cast)
Cynthia Frias (Choregrapher - Teen Cast)
Alex Valverde (Stage Manager - Teen Cast)
Rachel Howell (Production Assistant - Teen Cast)
Becka Morton (Director Youth Cast)
Keith Martinez (Music Director Youth Cast)
Myles Harris (Choreographer - Youth Cast)
Nick Glavac (Stage Manager - Youth Cast)
AUDITION PROCESS:
Vocal Audition
Students must prepare a song excerpt from the show depending on which character they would like to audition for. (Click here for music).
Students will sing with a track during the audition, so it is not necessary to provide sheet music for an accompanist.
Dance Audition
Students will be asked to take part in a short dance call at the beginning of their audition block. They should dress in dance shoes if they have them and clothing that is comfortable to move in.
Rehearsal/Show Dates
Rehearsals: Saturdays; January 3 to March 28
Teen Pink Cast
Tech/Dress Rehearsals:
April 7, 6-9 PM
April 8, 6-9 PM
April 9, 6-9 PM
Shows:
April 10, 7 PM
April 11, 7 PM
April 12, 2 PM
Teen Yellow Cast
Tech/Dress Rehearsals:
April 11, 9-12 PM
April 12, 6-9 PM
April 14, 6-9 PM
Shows:
April 17, 7 PM
April 18, 7 PM
April 19, 2 PM
KIDS Green Cast
Tech/Dress Rehearsals:
April 11, 2-5 PM
April 13, 6-9 PM
April 15, 6-9 PM
Shows:
April 16, 7 PM
April 18, 2 PM
April 19, 7 PM
All students wishing to participate in a production must be able to commit to the majority of rehearsals, ALL tech/dress rehearsals, and ALL shows. Conflicts with tech rehearsals and shows are not permitted. Any student with excessive absences will have roles reassigned, and may be dismissed from the production without a tuition refund.
Tuition
Tuition is $450 if paid in full; $475 if paid in installments.
Upon casting, payment is required if you accept your role and wish to participate. Please reach out to Nathan at nathan@wondertheatre.org if you have any questions or in need of any assistance. Tuition must be paid in full by the 4th rehearsal.
Should a family accept, and then choose not to participate after the first rehearsal, a partial refund of 75% is applicable but must be communicated to Academy Administrator BEFORE the 2nd rehearsal. No refunds are applicable after the second rehearsal.
Attendance is crucial. Excessive absences and or missing a tech rehearsal may result in reduced roles, having roles reassigned, or being excused from the production with no refund.
Character Breakdown
Principals
Eugene Krabs (Range: B2-Bb4)
Patrick Star (Range: Bb2-Bb4)
Sandy Cheeks (Range: A3-E5)
Sheldon J. Plankton (Range: B2-G#4)
SpongeBob SquarePants (Range: C3-B4)
Squidward Q. Tentacles (Range: A2-F#4)
ENSEMBLE
Patchy the Pirate (Range: D3-F4 (F5 falsetto))
Pearl Krabs (Range:Bb3-F#5)
Perch Perkins (Range: E2-E4
The Mayor of Bikini Bottom (Range: F#4-B5)
Karen the Computer (Range: G#3-F#5)
Gary
Johnny the Bartender
Larry the Lobster
Mrs. Puff
Old Man Jenkins
The Electric Skates
The French Narrator
Buster Bluetang
Cowboy Fish
Hip-Hop Dancers
Mob Fish
Sardines
Security Guards
Teen Fans
Sardine Devotees
A Big Chorus of Sponges
Girl Fish Trio - with rocks
Plankton's Backup Dancers
Pirates
Sea Anemones
Sea Creatures (Assorted)