Auditions for The SpongeBob Musical are Monday and Tuesday, November 29th and 30th, immediately after school. To save time, please complete this audition form before you arrive: https://forms.gle/iQv5FbphvjPuugXT7 .


Callbacks are on Wednesday, December 1st. You will be notified if you need to attend this day. 


Audition materials will be posted to our Theatre Company Google Classroom (7pvv5hd) and our Theatre Company website: https://www.methacton.org/Page/696 .

Show Summary:

The stakes are higher than ever in this dynamic stage musical, as SpongeBob and all of Bikini Bottom face the total annihilation of their undersea world. Chaos erupts. Lives hang in the balance. And just when all hope seems lost, a most unexpected hero rises up and takes center stage. The power of optimism really can save the world!

The SpongeBob Musical is based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg and features a book by Kyle Jarrow, with original songs by Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alexander Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady A, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants and T.I., and songs by David Bowie, Tom Kenny and Andy Paley. Additional lyrics are by Jonathan Coulton, with additional music by Tom Kitt. The musical production was conceived by Tina Landau.

Cast of Characters in The SpongeBob Musical:

SpongeBob SquarePants - Everyone’s favorite sponge. Eternally optimistic.

Patrick Star - SpongeBob’s BFF. Not always the brightest star in the ocean.

Sandy Cheeks - Bikini Bottom’s resident Texan squirrel. Smart and ready to help.

Squidward Q. Tentacles - A negative nelly who can’t help but always see the gloom in things.

Eugene H Krabs - Money focused owner of The Krusty Krab and father of Pearl.

Pearl Krabs - A teenage whale who only wants to rock.

Sheldon J. Plankton - An evil genius who hates being reminded of his size. Krabs’ arch rival.

Karen the Computer - Plankton’s computer wife who helps him on his path to domination.

Mayor of Bikini Bottom - Tries to keep her citizens in line by any means necessary.

Perch Perkins - News reporter who keeps everyone updated on Mount Humongous.

French Narrator - Helps move the story along. Definitely has a French accent.

Patchy the Pirate - SpongeBob Super Fan

The Electric Skates - Rock Band to the extreme

Larry the Lobster - Super buff, super concerned about himself.

Mrs. Puff - Super nervous, super on edge.

Old Man Jenkins - Super cranky, super old.

Foley Fish Artist - Constant presence on stage while creating live sound effects for actions

There are also lots of Pirates, Security Guards, Sea Creatures, and Citizens of Bikini Bottom!

Q: I want to audition for a role but I don't see a song or scene for my character. What should I do?
A: Don't stress! Write the character you are auditioning for on the audition form and choose dialogue and a song that best shows us what you can do.

Q: When should I submit my audition form?
A: Submit your audition form at any time prior to your audition. If you already have the information together, feel free to send it in now!

Q: Is there a separate form for backstage/technical help?
A: There is not a separate form for tech help at this point. 

Q: I can't access all of the audition information, what should I do?
A: Many of the audition files are only available through your Methacton account. Please make sure you are signed in to your student account to access these files.

Q: Do I need to learn more than one song in the audition folder?
A: You only need to learn the one song you will be auditioning with. The start and stop points are clearly marked. Do not worry about any extra music past the end point.

Q: Is there anything in particular I should wear for the dance audition?
A: Please dress comfortably and be ready to move. 

Q: When is the first rehearsal?
A: Our Read Thru is scheduled for Monday, December 6th at 2:30pm in The Commons

Q: Can I audition for any role?
A: Absolutely!

Q: What should I do if I need to make a change to something on my audition form?
A: Email mfitzgerald@methacton.org and I will take care of making any necessary changes on my end.

Q: Can we be in the show and help with tech at the same time?
A: Definitely!

Q: Will there be callbacks?
A: Yes. Callbacks will be on Wednesday, December 1st at 2:30pm in the Auditorium. We will email all students who need to attend callbacks by 8pm Tuesday evening, November 30th,and an announcement  will also be posted on the MHSTC Google Classroom. If you are being called back for the role of Squidward or are interested in being a tap dancing Sea Anemone, you will need to learn the tap number on Wednesday during callbacks.

*** Please note - Not getting a callback does not mean you are no longer eligible for a role. ***

Q: How will I find out if I have been cast and what role(s) I have?
A: An email will be sent out by Noon on Friday, December 3rd to all cast members and an announcement will be posted on our Google Classroom later that evening.

Vocal Auditions will consist of singing from your choice of one of the audition pieces available. These audition songs can be found here and a link to them will be on our MHSTC website. Please pick the song that shows off what you can do best.


https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1djFwp3uk_Ls7IxxBYxx9-CbKdhxxj4k2?usp=sharing


Please remember all students must sing, dance, and act for their audition. You may let us know during auditions if you prefer not to be considered for a singing or dancing role, but all three aspects are part of a complete audition. There are specific "Dancer" and "Ensemble" options for both vocal and acting auditions, so please review the one most appropriate for you.

Acting auditions will consist of readings from the script, which will be assigned at auditions. Sides are available for you to review ahead of time, if you choose:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-L2O1fpmHWg6vRBbocartyFlMuXYSr9A?usp=sharing

Please remember all students must sing, dance, and act for their audition. You may let us know during auditions if you prefer not to be considered for a singing or dancing role, but all three aspects are part of a complete audition. There are specific "Dancer" and "Ensemble" options for both vocal and acting auditions, so please review the one most appropriate for you.

President: Connor Geib, Kareena Kumar, Olivia Davidson

Vice President: Erin Donovan, Mimi Cavallo, Taylor Kaminski

Secretary: Elena Chaya, Taylor Kaminski

Treasurer: Quintin Frey

PR/Fundraising: Connor Geib, Cora Heiser, Kareena Kumar, Olivia Davidson

Spirit Officer: Cora Heiser, Elena Chaya, Quintin Frey

Company Historian: Erin Donovan, Mimi Cavallo