Upcoming Auditions
Kid Heracles and The Ultimate Pantheon Challenge
by Brent Alles
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Director: Ashley Chalela
Stage Manager: Brian Race
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​Performance Dates:
April 18 & 19
April 21 (School Day Performances)
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Audition Dates & Location:
February 14 at 5:30pm & February 15 at 11:00am
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Lowell Arts 2nd Floor Studio – 223 W Main St
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What to Prepare
Please prepare a roughly one-minute monologue or story that is upbeat/comedic. This one-minute speech could be from a book, movie, play, or anything you want. It can also be a personal story or one you’ve made up. We are Just looking for energy, personality, and performance ability. This should be prepared, so aim to be memorized or very familiar with your piece but if you need to read your lines while you're auditioning, go for it!
Each day after the audition, we will have a 20-minute break to decide who will be called back. Call backs will consist of some scene readings from the play, which actors will have 10 minutes to review beforehand.
*Please note that depending on the audition turn out, it is unfortunately not guaranteed that every auditionee will be called back or cast. Regardless, you will hear from us Sunday evening.
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About the Play
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This upbeat, comedic children’s play by Brent Alles showcases a range of interesting characters inspired by the Greek gods, as they compete in a series of challenges to score a spot in the coveted pantheon - the group that rules upon Mount Olympus. Eccentric personalities and family dynamics make an exciting journey for each of these characters throughout the play.
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Tentative Schedule
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Rehearsals​ are tentatively planned for Tuesday-Thursday evenings February 18-March 13. Then rehearsals will increase to Monday-Thursday March 17-April 17 with a break for spring break April 4-13 (tentative brush-up rehearsals that week).
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Roles
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We would like to welcome anyone ages 8-18 to audition for this play!
For this play, although there are genders listed for each role, anyone of any gender identity can play them! Actors with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and identities are welcome to audition. Lowell Arts Theatre is accepting of all people, and strives to create a positive and welcoming environment for ever​yone.
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If accommodations are needed in order to have a successful and comfortable audition, please contact theatre@lowellarts.org in advance to discuss.
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THE PANTHEON
ZEUS [zoos] (M)
King of the Olympians. Jovial but loud. Judge for the contest.
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HERA [heh-ruh] (F)
Queen of the Olympians. Mother of Ares, Hebe, and Hephaestus. Haughty and evil “stepmother” type to the other Olympians but dotes on her own children. “Coach” of her own team for the contest..
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APHRODITE [a-fruh-dai-tee] (F)
“Host” of the “Ultimate Pantheon Challenge” show.
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DEMETER [duh-mee-tr] (F)
The Olympian in charge of the harvest. Judge for the contest.
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HESTIA [heh-stee-uh] (F)
​Olympian who represents “home” and the “hearth.” “Coach” of her own team for the contest. A “nice aunt” type.
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AMPHITRITE [am-fuh-trai-tee] (F)
​Goddess of the sea. Judge for the contest.
HADES [hay-deez] (M)
Ruler of the underworld. “Coach” of his own team for the contest. Sullen and moody.
TEAM HADES
APOLLO [uh-paa-low] (M)
Son of Leto, brother of Artemis. A “jock” type.
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ARTEMIS [aar-tuh-muhs] (F)
Daughter of Leto, sister of Apollo. A “jock” type also.
ATHENA [uh-thee-nuh] (F)
​Daughter of Zeus. Studious and kind of abused by her half siblings Artemis and Apollo.
TEAM HERA
ARES [air-eez] (M)
Son of Hera. Brash, angry, and warlike, of course.
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HEBE [hee-bee] (F)
Daughter of Hera. Very superficial and conceited… much like her mother.
HEPHAESTUS [huh-fay-stuhs] (M)
​Son of Hera. A bit of a "momma's boy," eager to please.
TEAM HESTIA
“KID” HERACLES [heh-ruh-kleez] (M)
Can be very strong and brave but is unsure of himself at times.
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DIONYSUS [dee-oh-nee-sus] (M)
A “party animal” who likes to drink grape soda. A LOT of grape soda.
HERMES [hur-meez] (M)
​A “speedster” who often talks too fast
Audition FAQS
Are there backstage opportunities?
What Should I Wear to the Audition?
Most often, yes! If you'd like to get involved backstage, please contact Lowell Arts (theatre@lowellartsmi.org).
Wear something presentable and comfortable. You should be able to move comfortably in your clothes, though athletic wear is not necessary. Show us your sense of style but be sure to look neat and clean.
Audition Tips​
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It’s okay to be nervous!
Just about everyone is nervous. Do your best to smile and have a good time. Take a deep breath and slow yourself down - trying to rush through the words will often lead to mistakes!
Be on time.
We want to know that you’re punctual and reliable. A good rule to live by: if you’re 5 minutes early, you’re on time. If you’re “on time,” you’re late.
​Research.
Find out what you can about the play and the characters. Read a summary of the play before the audition.​
​Be kind to everyone and smile.
Remember that your audition is like an interview, and it begins the moment you walk in the door.​