Ferndale Repertory Theatre’s Commitment to Conscious-casting: As theatre institutions, we hold ourselves accountable in the casting decisions we make. The actions of listening and compassionate understanding are at the heart of the practice.
These decisions reflect the power dynamics of the outside world and the society we live in. Just as theatre can hold a mirror up to nature, it also provides a lens for us to better see a path towards a more inclusive community.
Conscious-casting is the acknowledgment of a performer’s race, gender, and sexual identities, and the impact those identities might have within a given role, on the stories we choose to tell and how we tell them.
FRT commits to conscious casting, acknowledging and embracing identities to further equity, diversity, meaningful inclusion and accessibility in our space and stage. As such, we invite EVERYONE to audition for their desired roles, incorporating how each individual can uniquely add to the dynamics and world of the inclusive and diverse stories we strive to tell.
For more information, please contact us at: info@ferndalerep.org
Frozen Auditions
For the first time in forever, Frozen is coming to Ferndale Rep!
Ferndale Repertory Theatre is thrilled to announce auditions for Disney’s Frozen: The Broadway Musical, a magical and moving adventure filled with beloved characters, spectacular music, humor, heart, and plenty of theatrical wonder.
Based on the hit Disney film, Frozen tells the story of sisters Anna and Elsa, whose powerful bond is tested by fear, isolation, and an eternal winter. At its heart, this is a story about learning to embrace who you are, opening yourself to others, and discovering that love is stronger than fear.
We’re looking for performers of all ages with a wide range of backgrounds and experience levels. Whether this is your first audition or your fiftieth, we would love to welcome you into the room.
Audition Dates: Sunday, August 16 & Tuesday, August 18
Callbacks: Thursday, August 20
Disney’s FROZEN The Broadway Musical
Music and Lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez & Robert Lopez
Book by Jennifer Lee
Directed by: Rae Robison
Music Direction by: Katie Folkenroth
Choreography by: Phoenix Jones
Stage Management: Miah Carter
Produced by: Jessie Rawson
Audition Information
When + Where
Sunday, August 16 at Ferndale Repertory Theatre is our main audition day, and we strongly encourage performers to attend on Sunday whenever possible.
Tuesday, August 18 at 900 Hodgson in Eureka is an additional audition opportunity for those who are unable to attend Sunday. Please attend one audition day.
Performers interested in principal or featured roles should attend a prepared audition session and need to sign up for a slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA5AB2AA6FBCF8-64956844-frozen
Performers interested primarily in the ensemble should attend a Come-As-You-Are audition session. No advance vocal preparation or sign up is needed for Come-As-You-Are auditions.
All auditioners should plan to attend the choreography portion of their audition day.
Sunday, August 16 — Main Audition Day
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
447 Main Street, Ferndale, CA
2:00–4:00 PM — Prepared Auditions
Prepared auditions are for performers interested in principal or featured roles.
Auditions will take place in scheduled 10-minute group slots with approximately five performers in each group. Sign up for a slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA5AB2AA6FBCF8-64956844-frozen
Please prepare 16–32 bars or up to one minute of a musical theatre song that showcases your voice, storytelling, and connection to the material. You are welcome to sing a song from Frozen or another musical theatre selection with a similar vocal style.
A pianist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key. You may also bring your own backing track as a Bluetooth speaker will be available.
4:00–5:00 PM — Come-As-You-Are Auditions
Come-As-You-Are auditions are intended for performers interested primarily in ensemble roles and are especially welcoming to:
- First-time performers
- Youth and teen performers
- Performers who would feel more comfortable learning material together
- Anyone interested in joining the world of Arendelle as part of the ensemble
No vocal preparation is necessary. Our music director will teach the group a selection from “Fixer Upper.” No sign up is required – just show up!
5:00–6:00 PM — Choreography Auditions
All auditioning on Sunday should attend the choreography portion at 5:00PM.
Our choreographer will teach a short movement combination. No prepared dance is needed, and performers of all dance experience levels are welcome.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow you to move safely and confidently.
Tuesday, August 18 — Additional Audition Day
900 Hodgson Street
Eureka, CA
Tuesday is our backup audition day for performers who are unable to attend the main auditions on Sunday.
6:00–7:00 PM — Prepared Auditions
Prepared auditions are for performers interested in principal or featured roles. Auditions will take place in scheduled 10-minute group slots with approximately five performers in each group. Sign up for a slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EA5AB2AA6FBCF8-64956844-frozen
Please prepare 16–32 bars or up to one minute of a musical theatre song that showcases your voice and storytelling. You are welcome to sing a song from Frozen or another musical theatre selection with a similar vocal style.
A pianist will be provided. Please bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key. You may also bring your own backing track as a Bluetooth speaker will be available.
7:00–7:45 PM — Come-As-You-Are Auditions
Come-As-You-Are auditions are intended for performers interested primarily in ensemble roles, including youth and teen performers. No sign up is required – just show up!
No vocal preparation is necessary. Our music director will teach the audition material during the session.
7:45–8:30 PM — Choreography Auditions
All auditioning on Tuesday should attend the choreography portion at 7:45PM.
Our choreographer will teach a short movement combination. No prepared dance is needed, and performers of all dance experience levels are welcome.
Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes that allow you to move safely and confidently.
Video Auditions
Performers who are unable to attend either in-person audition may submit a video audition by Monday, August 17.
Performers submitting a video for a principal or featured role should prepare 16–32 bars, or up to one minute, of a musical theatre song that showcases their voice and storytelling. Video auditions can be emailed to jessie@ferndalerep.org .
Video auditioners may still be asked to attend in-person callbacks or complete an additional movement / acting submission, depending on the role.
Callbacks
Callbacks will be held on:
Thursday, August 20
Ferndale Repertory Theatre
447 Main Street, Ferndale, CA
6:30–7:30 PM: Music callbacks
7:30–9:00 PM: Scene work and chemistry reads
Callbacks may include performers being considered for Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, Hans, Oaken, and other principal or featured roles.
Those invited to callbacks will be contacted directly and provided with any materials they need to prepare.
Being invited to callbacks does not guarantee that a performer will be cast. Likewise, not being invited to callbacks does not necessarily mean that a performer will not be cast. Some roles, particularly ensemble roles, may be cast directly from the initial auditions.
Please be prepared to complete a conflict sheet at auditions and be specific about any scheduling conflicts throughout the rehearsal and performance period.
Who We’re Looking For
This production is open to performers ages 8 and older.
We are looking for:
- First-time performers
- Experienced actors, singers, and dancers
- Youth and teen performers ages 8–17
- Adults of a wide range of ages and experience levels
- Performers excited to collaborate and create a magical theatrical world together
Youth and teen opportunities include:
- Young Anna
- Young Elsa
- Hidden Folk Child
- Youth and teen ensemble roles
Principal roles including Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, Hans, Sven and other adult characters will be cast with adult performers.
There are substantial opportunities for performers in the ensemble. The ensemble is essential to the storytelling and helps create the many worlds of Frozen, including the people of Arendelle, castle staff, guards, Hidden Folk, Oaken’s family and friends, and other featured characters.
Ensemble performers will appear in multiple scenes and roles throughout the production.
Full character breakdown here: http://www.ferndalerep.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Frozen-Character-Breakdown.pdf
More Details
Rehearsal Schedule
Rehearsals begin: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
General Schedule: Monday–Friday evenings from approximately 6:30–9:30 PM.
Not all cast members will be called for every rehearsal or for the full rehearsal period each evening. Calls will be based on the material being rehearsed.
Rehearsals in Eureka
- September 2 through October 30, 2026
Rehearsals in Ferndale
- November 2 through November 20, 2026
Youth Performers
Youth performers will typically be dismissed by 8:00 PM during the first half of the rehearsal process. As we get closer to opening night and move into Ferndale, youth performers may be called later (up to 9:45 PM) for select rehearsals, including technical and dress rehearsals.
Specific calls will be shared through the rehearsal schedule. Not every performer will be needed every evening.
Production Dates
November 20 through December 20, 2026
Fridays at 7:30 PM
Saturdays and Sundays at 2:00 PM
Cast members must be available for the full performance run unless an exception has been discussed and approved before casting.
Please disclose all known rehearsal and performance conflicts at auditions. Availability and conflicts may be considered when making casting decisions.
Questions or Scheduling Conflicts?
Reach out to Artistic Producing Director Jessie Rawson at jessie@ferndalerep.org. We’re happy to answer questions and help make the audition process feel welcoming and accessible.
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