AUDITION INFORMATION 

Gneral Auditions 

• General Auditions - Wednesday, January 21st beginning at 3:00pm.

• Everyone will be asked to sign in and fill out an audition form 

• You WILL need to prepare one of the general audition songs linked above for your audition. 

• You will need your ipad or phone.

• At your general audition, you will be asked to perform the audition piece linked above.

• Memorization is not required but strongly recommended. 

• Please remember that we are looking for you to perform the song not just read it correctly. Make some choices about these characters are and how they speak and move about the world. 

• RELAX! Remember to keep breathing. Everyone in the room is wishing you the very best. We want you to do well, and we know you can!! In the interest of time, you may be stopped before you reach the end of your scene. 

Callback Auditions 

• Callback Auditions - Friday, January 23rdt at 3:00pm - Choir Room 

• The Callback list will be posted to Classroom on Thursday, January 22nd after general auditions are over. If your name appears on that list you will need to attend the callback audition on Friday, January 23rd at 3:00pm in the choir room. 

• You may be asked to prepare a specific song for each character for which you are called back. 

• You may be asked to read from the script. 

• You will need your ipad or phone.

• Memorization is not required but strongly recommended. 

• Please remember that we are looking for you to perform the song not just read it correctly. Make some choices about who these characters are and how they speak and move about the world. Most of all we are looking to see if you are prepared for your audition. 

• RELAX! Remember to keep breathing. Everyone in the room is wishing you the very best. We want you to do well, and we know you can!! In the interest of time, you may be stopped before you reach the end of your scene. 

Rehearsals

• Rehearsals will begin in February

• Rehearsals may be called Monday-Friday for a minimum of 3 hours. We will rehearse 5 days a week. A preliminary rehearsal schedule will be provided at our first rehearsal.   

•  You may not be called to every rehearsal.  

• If you are cast, you will be expected to attend ALL rehearsals to which you are called. Exceptions will be made on a case by case basis. 

• Technical rehearsals will be held from 5:00pm - 10:00pm the week prior to opening.  

Performance & Tech Rehearsals 

• Tech rehearsals: 4/30/26 - 5/2/26 at  5:00pm - 10:00pm 

• Performances:   5/3/26 & 5/4/26 5pm Call - 7pm performance, and 5/5/26 12pm call - 7pm performance                                                                          

Big Fish 

A Brief Synopsis

Big Fish weaves together two worlds: the grounded present of Will Bloom and the extraordinary memories of his father, Edward. At its heart, it’s a musical about love, legacy, and the stories we choose to leave behind.

Edward Bloom has always been larger than life. To hear him tell it, he’s wrestled giants, befriended witches, survived wars, tamed werewolves, and won his wife Sandra with a field of a thousand daffodils. His tales are dazzling, impossible, and endlessly entertaining—unless you’re his son.

Will Bloom, now an adult and preparing for fatherhood himself, begins to question the truth behind his dad’s extravagant stories. His relationship with Edward is strained by years of feeling overshadowed by myth, hungry for honesty instead of spectacle.

When Edward’s health declines, Will returns home determined to separate the man from the myth. As he digs into Edward’s past, the musical shifts fluidly between the real world and Edward’s unforgettable tales. We see:

• A giant named Karl who follows Edward on a quest for a bigger life

• A mysterious Witch who reveals his future

• The whimsical town of Specter, caught between dream and reality

• Edward’s time in the circus, working for the eccentric Amos Calloway

• His steadfast love for Sandra, the heartbeat of every adventure

• The temptations, detours, and choices that shaped a lifetime

Through revisiting these fantastical adventures, Will begins to understand that Edward’s stories weren’t lies—they were symbols, metaphors, and love letters disguised as tall tales. As truth and fantasy converge, Will uncovers the quiet, human truths in his father’s heart.

The musical culminates with Will picking up the mantle, retelling Edward’s stories to the next generation. In doing so, he finally understands what his father always knew: that a life well-lived becomes a story worth telling, and that stories—big, bold, outrageous stories—keep us alive long after we’re gone.

Cast of Characters

Edward BLoom

Edward is the sun around which this story orbits. In the real world, he’s a Southern dad with a heart full of mischief and love. In his tall tales, he becomes an adventurer, a hero, a romantic, a man who outruns destiny. He should radiate warmth the moment he steps onstage. This role requires someone with magnetism, emotional depth, a playful spirit, and the ability to move seamlessly between grounded sincerity and wild whimsy.

Will bloom

Will is Edward’s son and his foil. Where Edward sees stories, Will sees facts. He’s driven, careful, and sometimes tightly wound, trying to make sense of his father’s contradictions. Will’s journey is quiet but powerful—he must show both frustration and deep love. Strong acting chops are essential; he carries emotional clarity through the show as he tries to uncover the truth behind Edward’s myths.

sandra bloom

Sandra is Edward’s wife—the calm in his storm. She’s steady, loving, and patient, the heart that anchors the Bloom family. Though gentle, she’s never passive; her choices shape Edward’s path. Sandra should glide through the story with warmth and inner light. Her songs require emotional transparency and a clear, expressive voice.

josephine bloom

Josephine is Will’s wife and often the peacemaker in the family. She sees the beauty in Edward’s stories long before Will does. Her presence is mature, thoughtful, and compassionate. She helps guide Will to understanding without pushing too hard. A wonderful role for an actor with sincerity and understated emotional intelligence.

young will

Young Will appears in flashback scenes—he idolizes his father while also struggling to keep up with Edward’s big imagination. Should be confident, expressive, and comfortable singing and reacting in storytelling sequences.

karl the giant

Though physically imposing (costumes and staging can help here!), Karl is sweet, awkward, and wiser than he seems. He represents the idea that “monsters” often just need a friend. A great comedic role with heart. Requires an actor who can balance physical presence with tenderness.

the witch

The Witch is the first spark of Edward’s mythic world. She’s bold, captivating, and unnervingly calm. Her big number sets the tone for the fantastical. This role demands confidence, a strong voice, and the ability to command attention with stillness or flair.

jenny hill

Jenny appears in two forms: young and older. She represents Edward’s past choices and the consequences of a life built on stories. She should have emotional maturity and the ability to play both youthful brightness and reflective remorse. A beautifully complex supporting role.

amos calloway

The ringmaster of the circus, Amos is flashy, quirky, and larger-than-life in his own right. He should have great comedic timing and an ability to shift from big top bravado to surprising vulnerability. Movement skills a plus.

don price

Edward’s high-school rival and self-appointed nemesis. Don is loud, overconfident, and just a little ridiculous—but he believes completely in his own greatness. A fun and physical character role for someone with swagger and humor.

zacky price

Don Price’s younger brother, often pulled along for the ride. He’s the more timid, anxious counterpart—a great role for a comic actor who can bring charm to nervous energy.

the mermaid

She appears in one of Edward’s tales; graceful, magical, mysterious. Often doubled with other roles.

The alabama stompers, town of ashton ensemble, circus ensemble, military ensemble, uso performers

Big Fish thrives on a busy, joyful ensemble. Many roles can be doubled creatively. The show rewards performers who bring personality to every moment, whether they’re a witch, a werewolf, a cheerleader, or an entire circus.