OPEN AUDITIONS for Fame Jr.

Tuesday, May 26 and Wednesday, May 27
from 3 to 5 pm at Players Theatre, 1108 State St., Utica

Conceived by David de Silva • Book by JOSE FERNANDEZ • Lyrics by JACQUES LEVY • Music by STEVE MARGOSHES
Direction and Music Direction by MIA DEBERNARDIS • Choreography by HAILEY O’HERN

ABOUT THE PLAY:

Fame Jr. is the pop culture musical phenomenon about the legendary New York High School of the Performing Arts, adapted for younger performers. Following the international acclaim of the hit motion picture, television series, and stage show, Fame The Musical Jr. is nothing short of a global phenomenon featuring a high-energy, contemporary pop score (which includes the hit title song) and a touching coming-of-age story.

ROLES / CHARACTERS (All roles for performers ages 13-19 only):

  • Nick Piazza - strong vocals

  • Serena Katz - strong vocals

  • Carmen Diaz - Strong vocals & movement

  • Mabel Washington - strong vocals

  • Miss Esther Sherman (English Teacher) - strong vocals

  • Ms. Greta Bell (Dance Teacher) - strong vocals

  • Joe (Jose) Vegas - Hispanic accent

  • Tyrone Jackson - African American

  • Iris Kelly - Dancer

  • Schlomo Metzenbaum

  • Grace (Lambchops) Lamb

  • Goodman (Goody) King

  • Mr. Myers (Acting Teacher)

  • Mr. Sheinkopf (Music Teacher)

  • Acting ensemble

  • Music ensemble

  • Dance ensemble

AUDITION EXPECTATIONS:

Auditions will include: singing a song of the performer’s choice, a capella (no accompaniment); reading from the script; and simple dance movements. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Director Mia DeBernardis: miadebernardis@yahoo.com.

PERFORMANCE DATES:

September 10, 11, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 2026
(Please note that Thursday and Friday performances begin at 7:30 pm, and Saturday and Sunday performances begin at 2 pm.)

Players of Utica holds open auditions for all of our Subscription Season performances. Anyone and everyone is welcome to audition for any production that has been posted to this page. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for casting without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We thank you for your interest in and support of Players of Utica!