Announcing auditions for the July 2025 production of...
TARZAN, THE STAGE MUSICAL
BASED ON THE DISNEY FILM
Music & Lyrics by Phil Collins
Book by David Henry Hwang
Directed by Kristina Saldaña & Perrin Swanson
Vocal Directed by Michael Crider
Choreography by Victoria Tiger
Saturday & Sunday, May 3 & 4 from 10 AM to 1 PM
ABOUT THE PLAY
Based on Disney's epic animated musical adventure and Edgar Rice Burrough's Tarzan of the Apes, Tarzan features heart-pumping music by rock legend, Phil Collins, and a book by Tony Award-winning playwright, David Henry Hwang. High-flying excitement and hits, like the Academy Award winning "You'll Be in My Heart," as well as "Son of Man" and "Two Worlds," make Tarzan an unforgettable theatrical experience.
Washed up on the shores of West Africa, an infant boy is taken in and raised by gorillas who name him Tarzan. Apart from striving for acceptance from his ape father, Tarzan's life is mostly monkey business until a human expedition treks into his tribe's territory, and he encounters creatures like himself for the first time. Tarzan struggles to navigate a jungle, thick with emotion, as he discovers his animal upbringing clashing with his human instincts.
AUDITION DATES
Auditions will be held in 1-hour time blocks on Saturday & Sunday May 3 & 4 from 10 AM to 1 PM. Appointments are strongly encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. To make an appointment click the link below. If unavailable for audition times, please email the directors at kristinamsaldana@gmail.com.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
Auditions will consist of 3 components: cold reads from the script, an acapella song, and a dance/movement exercise.
Please choose a song from the show that best showcases your voice.
The movement sequence will be taught during auditions and there is a video to prepare below as well. Please arrive dressed appropriately to move (including floorwork), and please bring water to stay hydrated.
Children over 10 are welcome to audition but roles are very limited. Ages 12 to 19 are also encouraged to join Stage Door Academy’s teen workshop of Tarzan, the stage musical also at The Empty Space, where they can get a professional, full production experience. Click here for more information.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=15332038&appointmentType=77246907
REHEARSALS
Rehearsals will take place Monday through Thursday from 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM starting June 2, 2025 through July 10, 2025, with extended hours for tech week July 14 through 17. Some weekend rehearsals may take place depending on cast availability.
PERFORMANCES
Performances for this production will be Fridays and Saturdays July 18 through August 2 at 8 PM, with two Sunday matinees on July 20 & 27 at 2 PM and with a Thursday performance on July 31 at 8 PM
ROLES TO BE CAST
Please refer to the breakdown below. We are actively seeking ALL races and ethnicities for ALL roles. In addition, we strongly encourage gender non-conforming, gender fluid, transgender and non-binary actors to submit for the roles they most identify with. Ages are playable.
KALA - A gentle mother ape. Kerchak's mate and Tarzan's protector.
Gender: female Age: 18 to 45 Vocal range top: Eb5 Vocal range bottom: E3
KERCHAK -The gruff leader of the gorillas and Kala's mate.
Gender: Male Age: 18 to 50 Vocal range top: Gb4 Vocal range bottom: Ab2
LEOPARD - A fierce carnivore that threatens both gorillas and humans.
Gender: Any (Dancer, Non-Speaking)
YOUNG TARZAN - An innocent young boy. Loses his parents and is raised by the apes.
Gender: Male Age: 10 to 18 Vocal range top: E4 Vocal range bottom: C3
YOUNG TERK - A sarcastic adolescent ape. Tarzan's best friend.
Gender: Any. Age: 10 to 18. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: G3
TARZAN - A vulnerable, fearless young man raised by apes. Terk's best friend who falls in love with Jane. Our story's protagonist.
Gender: Male Age: 18 to 40 Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: B2
TERK - A sarcastic ape and Tarzan's best friend.
Gender: Any. Age: 18 to 40. Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: Eb3
JANE - An adventurous young English botanist. She falls in love with Tarzan.
Gender: Female Age: 18 to 40 Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: F#3
PORTER - A bumbling English professor of biology. Jane's father.
Gender: Male Age: 40 to 65 Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: B2
CLAYTON - A brutish, greedy hunter and guide. Leads Jane and Porter's expedition.
Gender: Male Age: 25 to 45 (Strong Actor, Non-Singing)
6-8 ENSEMBLE: Gender: Any. Age: 14-50. Apes, Plants, Expedition Crew, Dance Ensemble, Supporting Characters. Must be good movers and singers. Tumbling/gymnastics/ballet experience is a plus.
AUDITION MATERIALS
Audition Dance Step-by-Step
Audition Dance with Music
CAST AND CREW
TBA
Health and Safety COVID Policies:
Masks are optional and guests are encouraged to stay home if they are ill or have recently been exposed to Covid or other illnesses.
Running Time:
2 hours with one 15 minute intermission
Refund/Exchange Policy:
Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to another show date. Please respond to your confirmation email at least 48 hours in advance. Emailing less than 48 hours in advance is subject to availability. No tickets will be transferred after the event starts.
Late Policy:
Due to the intimate size of our theater, we unfortunately are not able to seat late patrons. Thank you for your understanding.
Additional Information About this Show:
The use of video or audio recording including still photos is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Photos may be taken pre- and post-show and at intermission.