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Anastasia The Broadway Musical
book by Terrence McNally
Music by Stephen Flaherty
Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens
Directed by: Cameron Edinger
Performance Dates: November 6 - 9, 2025
Auditions: July 11 - 12, 2025
Her past is a mystery. Her future is an adventure.
From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.
“Anastasia The Broadway Musical” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals.
About Auditions
When to audition:
Friday, July 11: 6:30 pm
Saturday, July 12: 1:00 PM, 4:00Pm, 7:00PM
Where to audition: Youth Center (Entrance #9) at Christ Wesleyan
Crew Interest Meeting (No sign up necessary)
When: TBD
Help us behind the scenes! There are many opportunities to help bring Anastasia The Broadway Musical to the stage including: stage crew, sound, lighting, hair/makeup, set construction, effects, props, costumes, and guest services. Learn more about these opportunities at a crew interest meeting. Coming to the meeting does not commit you to being a part of the show.
Being a member of the crew is an excellent way to continue to be a part of the production, even if you are not cast in this show. We encourage all those who audition to consider being a part of the crew!
Stay tuned for updates from us on the crew meeting!
More About Auditions
Physical Requirements
Most roles in this show involve some amount of dancing. While accommodation for physical ability can and will be made, were are looking for a cast capable of the physical demands of the show.
Several dances involve someone lifting another person. One sequence in the show features stunt work with a fight scene. Please let us know if there are any factors that would prevent you from the physical demands of the show.
What is The audition process?
Auditions for "Anastasia The Broadway Musical” will be done in a group. Please arrive early to the audition to fill out an audition form. The audition with be divided into a singing portion, a dance portion and script reading portion. During the singing portion, we will conduct a short vocal warm up. Each audition candidate will perform a short audition song selection. A speaker will be available for you to connect to, to play any audio accompaniment. Please choose a 30 second excerpt from a song of your choice for your audition selection. During the dance portion, you will be taught a short, simple dance routine while being observed by the audition panel. This show has many dance sequences, so this will allow us to see how you physically move. During the script reading portion, you and others in your audition group will be asked to read selected material and perform the scene. You may be asked to read for multiple parts or multiple times. You may be asked to read a part that is not included among your preferred roles. Everyone from the group will have a chance to read. Script pages will be provided for you during this time to read from.
What do I need to prepare for the audition?
Please prepare an audition song for your audition. Your audition song should be 30 seconds in length, meaning you can perform a section from a song instead of the full length. 30 seconds of a song is about the length of the average verse or chorus. If your song selection in longer than 30 seconds, the audition panel may cut your song short. This is done to keep the audition moving as we will have many people to listen to.
When choosing an audition song, we recommend that you choose a song that showcases the range, vocal technique, or song style of the part you are trying out for.
You do not need to prepare any scene or monologue. The audition scenes will be provided ahead of time and we will have copies provided at the audition. No memorization is required, but familiarity with the audition material would be helpful. Wear clothes and shoes that you would feel comfortable moving in during the audition.
Who can audition?
Actors age 16 & up.
The only exception to this are the child roles, Young Anastasia, Alexei Romanov, and Teen Anastasia. Young Anastasia and Alexei Romanov are played by children ages 10 and under. Teen Anastasia is played by an actress 13 - 18 years old. Child actors who are not cast as these roles will not be cast in the ensemble.
All actors are non-paid.
Do you have to attend Christ Wesleyan Church?
No, anyone can audition whether or not they attend a church.
Where?
Youth Center (Entrance #9) at Christ Wesleyan Church
363 Stamm Road, Milton, PA 17847
When do rehearsals start?
Thursday, August 21, 6:30 pm.
When are the performances?
November 6 - 9, with four performances. There will be a matinee on Saturday November 9.
Tips for Auditioning
1. Act. Don’t just read.
While your audition scenes do not need to be memorized, remember that you are bringing these characters to life with your performance.
2. Learn a little bit about the Play you’re auditioning for.
The more you understand the play and the characters, the more you can tailor your audition toward your desired role.
3. Take the time you need to prepare.
While memorization is not required, it is encouraged and will make your performance better. The audition sides will be posted here for you to prepare.
4. Slow down and enunciate every word.
When you talk too fast, it is harder to make sure each word is understood, and the emotion that should accompany those words does not come through. Slow down and make sure you can say each word clearly.
5. If you make a mistake, battle through it.
If you do make a mistake, don’t apologize. Don’t ask to start over. Just pick up from where the mistake was made and push forward.
6. Be humble.
There are limited roles in a stage play. No one is guaranteed a role based on their previous acting experience here or elsewhere. If you didn’t get the role you wanted, don’t be discouraged - it’s not because you are a bad actor. Our casting decisions are based on a number of factors.
7. Audition often.
Auditioning can be intimidating. The more you go through the process, the easier it becomes. We recommend that you audition often - here or elsewhere! If you were cast or not, auditioning often helps you learn, to build confidence, and helps you meet other people with a shared passion for theatre.
