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Carrollwood Players Theatre announces open auditions and offstage production opportunities for:Freaky Friday - The Musical
Book by Bridget Carpenter
Music by Tom Kitt
Lyrics by Brian Yorkey
Mainstage Musical
Directed by Joie Marsh
Musical Direction by Lisa M. Chase
When an overworked mother and her teenage daughter magically swap bodies, they have just one day to put things right again.
Freaky Friday, based on the celebrated novel by Mary Rodgers and the hit Disney films, is a heartfelt, comedic, and unexpectedly emotional update on an American classic.
By spending a day in each other's shoes, Katherine and Ellie come to appreciate one another's struggles, learn self-acceptance, and realize the power of the immeasurable ove and mutual respect that bond a mother and daughter.
Presented with the support of the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners.
Freaky Friday is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI.) All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
AUDITION DATES:
Sunday, November 1st, 2026 at 7 p.m.
AND
Monday, November 2nd, 20256at 7 p.m.
Callbacks: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2026 at 7 p.m.
Auditions will be at Carrollwood Players Theatre, 4333 Gunn Highway, Tampa, FL, 33618
PRODUCTION DATES: February 26th - March 14th, 2027
Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.
Sundays at 2 p.m.
Saturday 2 p.m. matinee on March 6th
Tech Week:
Nightly from February 21st - 25th, 2027
Performers and some production volunteers/crew MUST be available for all tech week rehearsals and all performances. There are no exceptions!
You MUST complete the online sign-up form in advance to attend this audition or be considered for production volunteer opportunities.
Complete the audition form at:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9jl16r4QC6VXgCocX2RD5TSKvZZkSrp2ZhSwKZASoNvPt0g/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=115355412205337439906
PLEASE LIST ALL POTENTIAL DATE SCHEDULE CONFLICTS ON THE ONLINE FORM.
IMPORTANT: If you have SIGNIFICANT conflicts between auditions and tech week, please carefully consider whether or not you are in a position to participate in this production. We are looking for performers who are AVAILABLE and COMMITTED to this production.
Please take care to complete the conflict section of this form accurately and completely. Casting and staffing decisions and rehearsal schedules are based in part on information you provide about potential conflict dates.
Rehearsals:
The exact rehearsal schedule is to be determined, but rehearsals are usually 2-4 days per week, mostly weekday nights, but there may be rehearsals on Saturdays in the daytime and/or Sundays in the evening. Weekday evening rehearsals generally begin at 7 p.m. and can last as late as 10 p.m. (possibly later during tech week) Sunday evening rehearsals generally begin at 6 p.m. and can last as late as 10 p.m. Not all cast members will be called to every rehearsal. There will be a total of approximately 30 rehearsals for this production, plus tech week.
The rehearsal schedule intensifies as opening night draws closer. Tech week rehearsals often run later into the evening.
No experience is necessary. All roles are open. All are encouraged to audition. This is a non-paid opportunity.
Headshots and resumes are encouraged but not required.
You may send in advance to [email protected]
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Production Team Opportunities: Let us know what you are interested in helping with!
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Available Roles:
Principles:
Ellie Blake -16, female identifying; vocal range Gb3-F5; smart, funny, the hero of the story—but also messy appearance, an underachiever, still processing her father’s death; *will appear in
“undergarments” on stage
Katherine Blake- 40s, female identifying; vocal range: F3-Ab5; Ellie and Fletcher’s mother; decisive, successful business woman, punctual, planning for her wedding *will have stage kiss
with actor playing Mike
Mike –40s, male identifying; Vocal range: A2-G4; Katherine’s fiancé, confident, charming, kind, already built a connection to Fletcher, but can’t seem to get through to Ellie *will have stage
kiss with actor playing Katherine
Fletcher Blake- 10, male identifying; Vocal range Bb3-G5; Ellie’s little brother; eccentric, naïve, obsessed with his hand puppets which he has conversations with constantly
Adam- 16, male identifying; Vocal range: Eb3- Bb5; the “paragon of adorable cool,” organizes a school-wide scavenger hunt
Torrey-20s-30s, either gender; Vocal range top: C4-G5; Katherine’s assistant, high strung perfectionist
Savannah- 16, female identifying; Vocal range top: B3- Db5; Ellie’s nemesis, popular, pretty, and perfect on the outside; highly competitive
Students:
Gretchen- 16 female identifying; Vocal range F3- D5; Ellie’s best friend, intense, emotional, lacks confidence *will appear in “undergarments” on stage
Hannah- 16, female identifying; Ellie’s other best friend, computer nerd/hacker *will appear in “undergarments” on stage
Parker- 16, male identifying; Vocal range F3- A4, friend to Ellie, completely average, best friends with Wells *will appear in “undergarments” on stage
Wells- 16, male identifying; Vocal range: E3-A4, friend to Ellie, slightly dorky, best friends with Parker *will appear in “undergarments” on stage
Laurel- 16, female identifying, random teen in hallway, unimpressed
Student ensemble- looking for approximately 4-6 additional performers to act as ensemble in classrooms, hallways, scavenger hunt and wedding scenes
Adults (roles will likely be doubled):
Danielle- 20s-60s; female identifying; Vocal range: E4-E5; Weddings Magazine Journalist; polished appearance; overly cheerful
Louis- 20s-60s; male identifying; Vocal range: A2- G4; Weddings Magazine photographer, seen it all, loves his job
Grandpa Gordon- 60s-70s; male identifying; Vocal range: C3- E4; Katherine’s father who is in town for the wedding
Grandma Helene- 60s-70s; female identifying; Katherine’s mother who is in town for the wedding
Pastor Bruno- 40s-70s; male identifying; cheerful, loves weddings
Dr. Ehrin- 20s-60s; either gender; Vocal range: C#3- E4; Ellie’s school counselor, obsessed with tests, overworked
Mrs. Luckenbill- 20s-60s; female identifying; Vocal range: A3- D5; Ellie’s English teacher, empathetic
Señor O'Brien- 20s-60s; male identifying; Vocal range top: B2-Ab4; Ellie’s Spanish teacher, pugnacious
Mr. Blumen- 40s-60s; male identifying; Ellie’s Biology teacher, cynical
Ms. Meyers- 20s-60s; female identifying; Vocal range: Ab3- F5; Ellie’s gym teacher, intense
Officer Sitz- 20s-60s; either gender; Vocal range: Eb4-F5; police officer that never went to sensitivity training
Officer Kowalski 20s-60s; either gender; Vocal range: Eb3-Gb4; police officer that never went to sensitivity training
Mrs. Time- 40s-80s; female identifying; antique shop proprietor, apathetic, doesn’t like teenagers
Adam's Mom- 40s-50s; female identifying; Vocal range:C#3- G#3-; uptight, suspicious of her son
Gretchen's Mom- 40s-50s; female identifying; Vocal range: C#3- G#3-; clueless, un-cool
Parker's Dad -40s-50s; male identifying; Vocal range: B2- F#3, a little bit of a hippie
Savannah’s Mom-40s-50s; female identifying, likes candy corn
Wells’ Dad- 40s-50s; male identifying, listens to embarrassing music
Catering Staff & Wedding Guests
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What to Prepare:
Auditions will consist of vocal, dance, and acting components. (Due to time constraints, the acting component may be reserved for call backs.)
Vocals:
Please prepare close to, but no longer than, a 60 second cut of a song in the style of the show that demonstrates your range and acting skills. Please bring an mp3 track or YouTube karaoke track cued up on your phone/smart device. No A CAPPELLA or sheet music auditions. An accompanist will NOT be provided.
Dancing:
The dance session will include learning a brief dance combo. Please wear appropriate clothing and shoes.
Acting:
The acting portion of the audition will include cold readings from the script. We will be looking for characterization and good comedic timing. Note: The acting component may be reserved for callbacks only.
VIDEO AUDITIONS - PLEASE NOTE: We prefer to see all auditions in person. Requests for video submissions will only be considered if we are unable to source sufficient talent from those auditioning in person. If you wish to audition by video only, there is no need to complete this form. Please email us at [email protected] and we'll put you on our backup list.
ALTERNATE AUDITION DATES: We regret we are unable to schedule any auditions outside of the planned dates.
What to expect on your audition date:
We expect a LARGE turnout for auditions, and space is LIMITED. We regret we cannot admit any guests, companions, or observers with the exception of ONE parent or legal guardian accompanying auditioners under the age of 18.
Auditions begin at 7 p.m. and doors will open at 6:45 p.m. IMPORTANT information is covered at the beginning of each session, therefore it is imperative that you are prepared to begin on time. No auditioners will be admitted after 7:05 p.m.
You MAY apply to audition AND apply for offstage opportunities (in the event you are not cast), though some offstage positions may be filled prior to the audition dates. If you apply to audition AND to volunteer offstage, we will assume your first preference is to perform.
Questions may be directed to [email protected]
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