Ohnward Fine Arts to hold auditions for ‘The Little Mermaid, Jr.’

The Ohnward Fine Arts Center is holding auditions for their production of Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” from 10 a.m. to noon and 1-2 p.m. Thursday, June 26 at the Ohnward Fine Arts Center.

Students from ages 8 (or going into second grade) through 18 can audition for this show. Both male and females are invited to audition. A limited number of no-cost scholarships are available. Contact the Ohnward Fine Arts Center for more information on the scholarship program. All performers are allowed to keep all rehearsal materials.

This show will be directed by Ohnward Fine Arts Centers executive director Richard Hall. Music direction is by Linda Polk, Shannon Soenksen and Julie Weirup. Piano accompanist will be Jenna Williams, with choreography by Shannon Soenksen.

Rehearsals are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until noon. There will be no rehearsals on weekends. Rehearsals will start for everyone on Monday, June 30 and run through Friday, Aug. 2. If your child is in the show, parents will need to check the Ohnward Fine Arts Center Facebook page daily to be aware of rehearsal changes.

Disney’s “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” will take place at 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2 and 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3.

Journey "under the sea" with Ariel and her aquatic friends in this production adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture (featuring the enormously popular Academy Award-winning music and delightfully charming book and lyrics). Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, Disney's “The Little Mermaid, Jr.” is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance.

Cast character breakdown

Ariel, Prince Eric, Sebastian, Flounder, King Triton, Mersisters, Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana, Ursula Tentacles, Flotsam, Jetsam, Scuttle, Gulls, Grimsby, Chef Louise, Chef Carlotta, Princesses, Pilot, Sailors, Seahorse, Sea Chorus, Sea Creatures, Merfolk and Lagoon Animals

Adult volunteers are needed for these areas: help with set painting, costumes, set construction, willing to make or construct prop items and backstage for both rehearsals and shows.

For questions, call the Ohnward Fine Arts Center at 566-652-9815 or email Richard Hall at director@ohnwardfineartscenter.com.

To schedule an early audition date if you are unable to make the June 26 time slot, contact Hall at 563-652-9815.