the PROM: Audition Notice
ABOUT THE SHOW:
Four eccentric Broadway stars are in desperate need of a new stage. So when they hear that trouble is brewing around a small-town prom, they know that it’s time to put a spotlight on the issue… and themselves. The town’s parents want to keep the high school dance on the straight and narrow—but when one student just wants to bring her girlfriend to prom, the entire town has a date with destiny. On a mission to make a difference, the Broadway stars team up with the courageous student, leading to a transformation that brings everyone together in the name of love and acceptance.
Winner of the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, THE PROM expertly captures all the humor and heart of a classic musical comedy with a message that resonates with audiences now more than ever. Now a major Netflix movie, The Prom continues to inspire and entertain with its blend of heart, humor, and show-stopping musical numbers that resonate with audiences of all ages.
PERFORMANCE DATES:
Friday, February 13 & 20, 2026 at 8pm
Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 8pm
Matinee performances:
Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 2pm
Sunday, February 15 & 22, 2026 at 2pm
AUDITION DATES:
Friday, October 10th, 7pm-10pm
Saturday, October 11th, 12pm-8pm
Callbacks on Thursday, October 16th by invitation only
Auditions will be held on the Mercer County Community College West Windsor Campus.
MCCC is located at 1200 Old Trenton Road, West WIndsor, NJ 08550
APPOINTMENTS: Sign up for an audition time slot. Walk-ins are welcome and will be seen as time allows.
QUESTIONS: PLEASE CONTACT hello@thankyou5productions.org
PREPARE:
16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show.
Please bring sheet music accompaniment. A pianist will be provided. Acapella or pre-recorded music will not be allowed.
Be prepared to dance. Please wear comfortable clothing. Dance shoes recommended, not required. ALL AUDITIONERS WILL BE ASKED TO DANCE. Modifications will be made where appropriate.
Audition form (available online or provided at audition)
Conflicts for October 20 through February 2026
REHEARSALS:
We are beginning the rehearsal process a bit early so that we can enjoy time off during the winter holidays. Expect one to two rehearsals per week on weekday evenings and one rehearsal on the weekend. Not everyone will be called to every rehearsal. Tech week is required for everyone in the cast.
ROLES (All age ranges listed are stage age):
Emma Nolan – teen/young adult
Teenager in Indiana. A reluctant poster child for LGBTQ+ youth. Very smart. Must be a strong actor and singer with underdog energy and a charming sense of awkward/anxious humor.
Vocal Range: F3 - E5
Alyssa Greene – teen/young adult
A cheerleader and top student. Secretly Emma’s girlfriend. A perfectionist who chafes under the pressure and isn’t quite as perfect as she seems. Strong Singer/Actor/Dancer
Vocal Range: Ab4 - Eb5
Dee Dee Allen – mature adult
Broadway diva. A huge ego to match her huge talent. Hilariously self-involved but yearns to do something good for someone other than herself. Strong Singer/Actor/Mover
Vocal Range: E3 - E5
Barry Glickman – mature adult
A very flamboyant Broadway star. Impulsive and loves to make a scene everywhere he goes. Strong Singer/Actor/Dancer
Vocal range: Bb3 - F#4 (Ab5, if possible)
Angie Dickinson – adult
A long running ensemble member in the Broadway production of Chicago (20 years!). Jaded Fosse girl with a heart of gold. Strong Singer/Actor/Dancer - flexibility an asset.
Vocal Range: Ab4 - E5
Trent Oliver – adult
Pretentious Juilliard graduate recently cast in the non-Equity tour of Godspell. Charming, funny and loves to hear himself speak. Strong Actor/Singer/Mover.
Vocal range: C3 - Ab5
Mr. Hawkins – mature adult
High school principal and star-struck fan of Dee Dee’s. He is kind, honest, and an ally to Emma. Strong Actor/Singer.
Vocal range: G2 - F4
Mrs. Greene – adult/mature adult
Alyssa’s intimidating, conservative, single mother. The head of the PTA. Knows deep down that Alyssa is struggling with her identity, but fears her daughter will face a hard life. Strong Actor/Singer.
Vocal Range: A4 - C5
Shelly Saperstein – adult/mature adult
A charismatic press agent who works for both Dee Dee and Barry. Dry wit a must. Great character actor.
Ensemble range as appropriate
Shelby, Kaylee, Nick, Kevin – teens/young adults
Students who bully Emma (but eventually learn to accept her), the popular kids (cheerleaders and jocks). Must be strong singers and strong dancers.
Shelby Solo Vocal range: Ab4 - Bb5
Kayley Solo Vocal range: Ab4 - C5
Nick Solo Vocal range: C3 - F4
Kevin Solo Vocal range: D3 - G4
Student Ensemble – teens/young adults
Will play bigoted, but eventually accepting, high school students, as well as LGBTQ+ teens who attend the prom. Strong Singers/Dancers.
Adult Ensemble – adults/mature adults
Will play Olivia Keating, Opening Night Party attendees, reporters, PTA members, motel clerk, cast of the non-Equity tour of Godspell, Monster Truck rally attendees, Mrs. Greene’s friend. Strong Singers/Movers.
All performers are non-equity and unpaid. ALL ACTORS MUST BE 15+ TO AUDITION.