AUDITION NOTICE

Director: Audrey Read Egan
Music Director: Gabe Leury
Choreographer: Rachel Myrah

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IMPORTANT NOTES

• Audition bookings open as follows:

  • Orpheus Members: Tuesday, August 4 at 10am

  • General Public: Tuesday, August 11 at 10am

• Booking Information: Audition appointments are booked online. The booking link will be posted on this page beginning Tuesday, August 4 at 10:00 a.m.​

• Age-Specific Audition Groups:

  • The 6:00 p.m. audition groups are reserved for performers ages 10 to 16.

  • The 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. audition groups are reserved for performers ages 17 and older.

  • Please book an audition time within the age group assigned to you.

• Audition Questions:

  • All audition inquiries and questions regarding the audition process should be directed to production1@orpheusmusicaltheatre.ca.

• Please Note: This production will be casting performers ages 10 and older only.
   

ABOUT THE SHOW

For the first time in forever, experience the musical phenomenon that has taken the world by storm! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, Disney’s Frozen includes all the film’s beloved songs, along with new music written exclusively for the stage.

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In the beautiful mountainous kingdom of Arendelle, Princesses Anna and Elsa grow up sheltered inside their castle, isolated from the world and increasingly distant from each other. When Elsa is crowned queen, the magical powers she’s desperately tried to conceal from her sister take control, and she flees into the mountains. As a ferocious winter descends on Arendelle, Anna sets off on an epic journey to find Elsa and bring her home – with the help of hardworking ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and a happy-go-lucky snowman named Olaf.

Full of magic, humor, and a stunning musical score, Frozen is a powerful tale of sisterhood, acceptance, and finding the real meaning of true love.

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PERFORMANCES - Meridian Theatres @ Centrepointe

• November 20 - 29, 2026

  • Tuesday through Saturday (7:30 p.m.), Sunday matinees (2:00 p.m.). 

 

REHEARSALS - Orpheus House, 17 Fairmont Avenue

• September 2 - November 19, 2026

• First Rehearsal: Wednesday, September 2, 2026 7:00 - 10:00 pm 

 

INFORMATION MEETING - Orpheus House, 17 Fairmont Avenue

• Sunday, August 23, 2026, 7:00pm, everyone welcome

 

AUDITIONS - Orpheus House, 17 Fairmont Avenue

• August 24 - 27, 2026, booking times:  6:00pm, 7:00pm, 8:00pm

• Auditions are by appointment only. No walk-ins.

• Audition materials (dance videos and sides) available August 3, 2026

• Callbacks if required will be Friday, August 28, Evening. Exact Times TBD​

 

HOW TO BOOK

• Orpheus Members: Priority booking opens Tuesday, August 4, 2026.

• General Public: Booking opens to all on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

• Click the button at the top or bottom of this page to book.
   

GENERAL ORPHEUS AUDITION NOTES

• Please arrive a few minutes before your appointed time to fill in forms, submit your music and get your photo taken. Expect to be on-site for approximately 90 minutes.

• Bring a physical copy of your sheet music (maximum 32 bars) in your preferred key (no on the spot transposing). Auditions are done with an accompanist. They cannot be done a capella or with recorded tracks. More information below under “Notes from the Music Director”.

• Wear clothing and foot wear that is comfortable to dance in.

• You are encouraged to do your own vocal and physical warm-up prior to your audition.

• All auditionees, except those only auditioning for pit chorus, are required to do all parts of the audition: dance/sing/read. If you want to be considered for more than just the pit chorus, all sections are required.

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THE AUDITION PROCESS

• SIGN-IN - Hand in forms, music, get your photo taken.

• LEARN THE DANCE - You’ll learn a short dance routine. A dance video will be shared online in advance, and it is strongly suggested that you review this ahead of your audition. Pit chorus auditionees will wait in the green room until the dance portion is complete.

• PERFORM THE DANCE - You’ll perform the dance twice in a group of 8-10 for the directing team.

• SING/READ - After performing the dance, you’ll meet individually with the directing team to sing and read.

  • SING - An accompanist is provided. They will take a few minutes to review your audition piece with you regarding tempo, beginning and ending points, etc. After you’ve sung, the music director may work with you briefly to determine your vocal range beyond what your audition piece provided.

  • READ - The directors will ask you to read from the sides provided. Someone in the room will read the other parts for you. The sides will be provided ahead of time on the website. It is recommended that you review them, but not memorize them. They may ask you to read something else or re-direct you to do your reading in a different way. Pit chorus only auditionees will not be required to read.

• CALLBACKS - If the directing team requires additional information to make decisions, they will bring people in for callbacks. Not getting a callback has no reflection on whether you have been cast.

• NOTICE - Within a few days after the audition period, the production team will call all those who were cast and email those who weren’t.

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CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

You can choose a specific character(s) to audition for or leave it with the directing team. If you are auditioning for a specific character, use that character interpretation in all aspects of the audition: dancing, singing and reading.

 

ELSA

Future Queen of Arendelle and Anna’s older sister; born with magical powers, isolates herself from others out of fear.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: Eb5

Vocal range bottom: E3

Dance Requirement: Good mover

 

ANNA

Princess of Arendelle and Elsa’s younger sister; an eternal optimist who longs to be loved and to connect with other people.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: G3

Dance Requirement: Good dancer, with strong physical comedy skills

*The role of Anna involves several rapid costume changes that take place on stage. Please be assured that these transitions will be carefully choreographed, the performer will remain fully undergarmented or shielded by set pieces at all times, and there is no nudity in the production.

 

KRISTOFF

Hardworking ice harvester with a prickly exterior that hides a big heart.

Gender: male

Vocal range top: Bb4

Vocal range bottom: A2

Dance Requirement: Good dancer

*This performer will be required to use a different speaking and singing voice when playing the voice of Sven.

 

HANS

Prince of the Southern Isles and youngest of thirteen brothers; charming and ambitious.

Gender: male

Vocal range top: A4

Vocal range bottom: A2

Dance Requirement: Good mover

 

 

OLAF

Magical snowman with a childlike innocence.

"In Summer" (Alto Key): E3 - Eb5

"In Summer" (Tenor Key): B2 - Bb4

Gender: any

Age:  18+

Dance Requirement: Strong mover. Choreography that needs to translate through the puppetry

*The performer will be using a puppet for Olaf, requiring them to hold the weight of the puppet on them and operate hand controls. Please come prepared to puppet in the audition.  A puppet will be provided for you or you may bring your own.

 

SVEN

Kristoff’s fiercely loyal reindeer best friend.

Dance Requirement: None

Singing / Speaking Requirement: None

*Due to the design of the puppet for Sven, only performers with a height between 5’6” and 5’9” will be considered.   The performer will be required to hold the weight of the puppet on them and operate hand controls. Please come prepared to puppet in the audition.  A puppet will be provided for you or you may bring your own.

 

OAKEN

Amiable salesperson and relentless advocate of hygge; cheerful and jolly.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: Bb4

Vocal range bottom: A2

Dance Requirement: Good mover

 

WESELTON

Duke from a neighboring kingdom; chauvinistic, impolite, and judgmental.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: A4

Vocal range bottom: F3

Dance Requirement: Good mover, with strong physical comedy skills

 

YOUNG ANNA

Younger princess of Arendelle with youthful exuberance; fun-loving troublemaker; mesmerized by her sister’s magic.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Dance Requirement: None

 

 

YOUNG ELSA

Elder princess of Arendelle with magical powers; obedient daughter; protective sister.

Gender: female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: A3

Dance Requirement: None

 

QUEEN IDUNA

Queen of Arendelle and child of the Northhuldra; strong and compassionate mother.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: E5

Vocal range bottom: F3

Dance Requirement: None

 

KING AGNARR

King of Arendelle; warm-hearted and protective father.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: C4

Vocal range bottom: B2

Dance Requirement: None

 

PABBIE

Mystical shaman and patriarch of the Hidden Folk; Kristoff’s wise adoptive father.

Gender: Male

Vocal range top: Gb4

Vocal range bottom: Ab2

Dance Requirement: Good mover

 

BULDA

Spiritual matriarch of the Hidden Folk; Kristoff’s nurturing and vibrant adoptive mother.

Gender: Female

Vocal range top: D5

Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Dance Requirement: Good mover

 

ENSEMBLE

Townspeople, Staff, Guards, Hidden Folk, Oaken's Family and Friends, Bishop, and Handmaiden. 

Dance Requirement: Good mover -> Strong dancer. The ensemble will feature various dance styles and skills, and has space for a wide range of dance skill levels. There are a few sections where stronger dancers will be featured, and everyone will be dancing in some capacity throughout the show.

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PIT CHORUS

18+, various vocal ranges SATB

We are looking for 10 singers who will perform alongside the orchestra for the entirety of the show. Ability in singing harmonies is important. Pit singers will be included in rehearsals with on-stage cast when they learn, review, and run songs/acts/the show.

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NOTES FROM THE CHOREOGRAPHER 

This show has the space for cast members with a wide variety of dance abilities, and opportunities to feature ensemble cast members who have more technical dance experience. Please note on your audition form any special skills/tricks you have, and any experience with partner choreography. My goal in this audition is to see how you bring your own energy and style to the choreography, and what unique skills you may have to bring to the show.

 

At your audition you will have 20 minutes with an instructor to review the dance that was shared online, and learn an additional 2 counts of 8 that will go at the end of the dance. I strongly encourage you to watch the videos shared online and learn/practice as much as possible before arriving for your audition. Please wear clothing and footwear that are comfortable for you to move in. Feel free to wear jazz shoes, character shoes, or street shoes (we will ensure you have the proper dance footwear if you are cast in the show).

 

Break a leg!

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NOTES FROM THE MUSIC DIRECTOR

This show is musically beautiful, brilliant, and big! We will work together to create a magical, mystical world true to our director’s vision for the show. You don’t necessarily need to be able to read music to be successful as a cast member in a musical!

 

For your audition, please choose a song that you are confident singing. Choosing a song with a similar style to Frozen or other recent Disney musicals is one way to show us that your voice will fit in with the show! You can certainly select a song from the show to audition with. However, it is very likely that we will hear that song several times throughout the audition week. Other songs and styles are of course welcome, but keep in mind that you are trying to show that you belong in THIS show, singing THIS style. 🙂

 

Due to time constraints, please prepare to sing only 16-32 bars of your song, and it would be wise to select those bars ahead of time and indicate them clearly in your music. Try to choose a section that shows your range and abilities within these 16-32 bars. If you prepare a slow song, then perhaps only 16 bars are needed. If it’s a quick song, then perhaps 32 bars are required. Review the examples below to ensure your music is usable. Sometimes, I may need to gently cut the song short - this is never a reflection of how you are doing! 

 

Above all, come prepared and have FUN. Break a leg - see you at your audition!

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PREPARING YOUR MUSIC - keys to success!

 

1. Piano music in the key you want to sing it in.

2. Clear, clean presentation of the notes.

3. Clear, clean indication of where you are starting and stopping.

 

It’s best that your music lays flat so that the accompanist can read it without having to secure it down. You will need piano music with lyrics, and not just chord names. Please ensure that all the notes and lyrics on the entire page are clear. This ensures the best success at your audition. Here are some examples to consider:

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Exhibit A - GOOD: piano music with lyric, and piano accompaniment, bottom notes seen.