Marshall Civic Players
Theatre for the community, by the community
Book by James Lapine
Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim
Into The Woods follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
Into The Woods is a timeless show, still relevant today even though it was written over 30 years ago! Marshall Civic Players invites the members of our community to join us in telling this reimagining of classic Brothers Grimm fairy tales!
Production Team
Producers: Jennifer Butterfield & Jeremy Young
Artistic Director: Kim Forde
Music Director: Brian Ketner
Tech Director: Kathy Seifert
Costumer: Ellen Yoakam
Audition Information
Auditions: January 8th - 9th and 10th, 2023
Great Escape Stage Company
110 E. Michigan Ave.
Marshall, MI 49068
*All auditionees should attend either Monday or Tuesday auditions and be prepared to attend callbacks on Wednesday. Contact producer Jennifer Butterfield at 269-832-8520 or producer Jeremy Young at 304-444-1432 with any questions.
Monday & Tuesday, January 8th - 9th (7pm - done) - Auditions
Please prepare an approximately 30 second section of a song from a different musical (not Into The Woods) to perform. A Bluetooth speaker will be provided so you can connect to it and play the background track for your song. Please DO NOT perform a song a capella! Additionally, please prepare to read from a scene in the show. Auditioners should also be prepared to answer the question, "What character in the show do you most identify with and why?"
Wednesday, January 10th (7 pm - done) - Callbacks
Callbacks will only be scheduled if the production team feels that there is a strong need, so please do not be discouraged if you do not get a callback!
*Rehearsals for this production will begin Monday, January 15th.
Important Dates
Regular rehearsals for this production are Sunday - Thursday from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at the Franke Center for the Arts.
*Conflicts will be honored during the rehearsal process, however all cast will be required to be present for tech week (beginning March 3rd).*
Audition Sheet
A link to the audition sheet can be found below. Please print out this form, fill it out, and bring it with you to auditions. Bringing this form with you is not required, but it is highly encouraged to speed up the audition process!
Character Overview
Narrator
An intellectual and pleasant story-teller who helps to orchestrate the show and illustrate lessons to the audience.
Gender: Male
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: G3
Jack
The feckless Giant killer who is 'almost a man.' He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
Gender: Male
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Jack's Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack's protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
Gender: Female
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Gb5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
Gender: Male
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G4
Vocal range bottom: Ab2
The Baker's Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple, yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
Gender: Female
Age: 35 to 45
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella's Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 50
Vocal range top: F#5
Vocal range bottom: A3
Florinda And Lucinda
Cinderella's stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother's footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Gender: Female
Age: 25 to 35
Vocal range top: Ab5
Vocal range bottom: C4
Little Red Riding Hood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naïve.
Gender: Female
Age: 15 to 20
Vocal range top: F5
Vocal range bottom: Bb3
The Witch
Sarcastic, ugly-then-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Gender: Female
Age: 45 to 55
Vocal range top: G5
Vocal range bottom: F3
Cinderella's Mother
Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 55
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: E4
Mysterious Man
A mischievous vagrant and nosy meddler. He is a good-natured protector and observer.
Gender: Male
Age: 50 to 65
Vocal range top: Eb4
Vocal range bottom: G2
Wolf
Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 35
Vocal range top: Gb4
Vocal range bottom: Bb2
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Gender: Female
Age: 20 to 30
Vocal range top: A5
Vocal range bottom: B3
Cinderella's Prince
Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: F4
Vocal range bottom: B2
Rapunzel's Prince
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exciting endeavor.
Gender: Male
Age: 30 to 40
Vocal range top: E4
Vocal range bottom: C#3
Giant
Voiceover. The Giant's wife is an angry and vengeful 'monster.' She is seeking restitution for her loss.
Gender: Female
Age: 40 to 60
Performances
Friday, March 8th, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, March 9th, 2024 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 10th, 2024 @ 2:30 pm
Friday, March 15th, 2024 @ 7:30pm
Saturday, March 16th, 2024 @ 7:30 pm
Sunday, March 17th, 2024 @ 2:30 pm
The Franke Center for the Arts
214 E Mansion Street, Marshall, MI 49068