{"id":483,"date":"2020-02-21T19:50:49","date_gmt":"2020-02-21T19:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/manawatuyouththeatre.co.nz\/?p=483"},"modified":"2020-02-21T19:50:49","modified_gmt":"2020-02-21T19:50:49","slug":"character-descriptions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/manawatuyouththeatre.co.nz\/index.php\/2020\/02\/21\/character-descriptions\/","title":{"rendered":"Character Descriptions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ariel
<\/em>Ariel, the heroine of our story, is a little mermaid who longs to be human. Cast a strong singer and dynamic performer in this role. Ariel has some beautiful solos but must be able to convey meaning through gesture once she loses her voice.
Gender: <\/em>Female
Vocal range top: <\/em>Eb5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>Bb3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prince Eric
<\/em>Prince Eric is the adventurous prince who captures Ariel\u2019s heart. Look for a charming performer with a sensitive nature. Prince Eric has a few small solos, but it is more important to cast a strong actor in this role.
Gender:<\/em> Male
Vocal range top: <\/em>D5
Vocal range bottom:<\/em> B3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sebastian
<\/em>Sebastian is the meticulous and anxious crab who tries to keep Ariel safe while getting to lead some of the most memorable songs in the show! Look for a strong singer who can also handle Sebastian\u2019s emotional range. Sebastian can be played by a boy or girl.
Gender:<\/em> Any
Vocal range top:<\/em> D5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>A3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flounder
<\/em>Flounder is Ariel\u2019s sincere and sensitive best friend who is loyal to the end. This spunky fish also has a show-stopping solo in \u201cShe\u2019s in Love.\u201d Flounder can be cast with a girl or a boy with an unchanged voice. This may be a wonderful role for a younger performer who is ready to take the next step into the spotlight.
Gender: <\/em>Any
Vocal range top:<\/em> Db5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>G3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

King Triton
<\/em>King Triton rules the sea and is a force to be reckoned with. This non-singer needs to command the stage as a strong leader but also show the tenderness of a parent. Cast a mature performer who feels comfortable playing father to Ariel and the Mersisters.
Gender:<\/em> Male<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mersisters<\/em> The Mersisters (Aquata, Andrina, Arista, Atina, Adella, Allana) are Ariel\u2019s siblings and full of personality and sass. These are great roles to showcase talented singers and dancers who can create and play six distinctive characters.
Gender:<\/em> Female
Vocal range top: <\/em>G5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>G3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ursula
<\/em>Ursula is the manipulative sea witch who tries to overthrow King Triton. She is cunning and devious and will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Cast a mature performer who can bring out this villain\u2019s humor while finding texture in Ursula\u2019s complexity. Ursula\u2019s songs can be challenging, so look for a singer who will feel comfortable with these solos.
Gender:<\/em> Female
Vocal range top:<\/em> C#5
Vocal range bottom:<\/em> F3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tentacles
<\/em>The Tentacles are extensions of Ursula, perhaps the poor unfortunate souls who are now trapped in her lair. Look for six or eight performers who work well together and can move as a unit.
Gender:<\/em> Any
Vocal range top:<\/em> C#5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>C4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flotsam
<\/em>Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula\u2019s slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky, so look for performers who can be underhanded and devious while still being heard on stage. Flotsam and Jetsam can be played by boys or girls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Jetsam<\/em>
Flotsam and Jetsam are Ursula\u2019s slippery spies. These electric eels are sinister and sneaky, so look for performers who can be underhanded and devious while still being heard on stage. Flotsam and Jetsam can be played by boys or girls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scuttle<\/em>
Scuttle is the know-it-all seagull who serves as Ariel\u2019s expert on humans. He is funny and off-beat. While a good singer will rock \u201cHuman Stuff,\u201d this song can easily be spoken in rhythm. Look for a performer with good comedic timing who is willing to have fun with Scuttle\u2019s eccentricities.
Gender:<\/em> Any
Vocal range top: <\/em>E5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>B3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Gulls
<\/em>The Gulls are Scuttle\u2019s flock of zany \u201cback-up singers\u201d who help explain human stuff to Ariel. While there are three principal gulls written in the score, feel free to add as many as you need to best serve your production. The Gulls\u2019 solos can be spoken if necessary.
Gender:<\/em> Any
Vocal range top: <\/em>G5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>B3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Grimsby<\/em>
Grimsby is Prince Eric\u2019s prim and proper valet. He is rigid in personality and constantly trying to guide Prince Eric towards the throne. While Grimsby does have some singing to do, strong acting trumps singing ability for this role.
Gender: <\/em>Male
Vocal range top:<\/em> C5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>E4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chef Louis
<\/em>Chef Louis is the over-the-top head chef in the palace. He is always wild and frenetic. This is an excellent featured role for a comedic performer.
Gender: <\/em>Male
Vocal range top:<\/em> C5
Vocal range bottom:<\/em> A3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chefs
<\/em>The Chefs are Chef Louis\u2019s assistants. The music in \u201cLes Poissons\u201d can be challenging, so good choral singers are a plus for this group. Your Chefs can also double as members of the Sea Chorus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carlotta
<\/em>Carlotta is the headmistress in Prince Eric\u2019s palace and Ariel\u2019s greatest human ally. This non-singing role needs to be warm and maternal to make Ariel feel welcome.
Gender:<\/em> Female<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Princesses<\/em>
The six Princesses try everything they can to win the heart of Prince Eric. Since none of them possesses the voice Prince Eric is searching for, cast actresses who can create an exaggerated and comedic personality through song. The six Princesses can double as the six Mersisters.
Gender:<\/em> Female
Vocal range top: <\/em>G5
Vocal range bottom:<\/em> E4<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pilot<\/em>
The Pilot is the head sailor on Prince Eric\u2019s ship. This nautical expert who entertains the sailors with wild tales of the sea presents an opportunity to highlight a developing performer. The Pilot has a few speaking lines, but his singing voice is most important.
Gender: <\/em>Male
Vocal range top:<\/em> C5
Vocal range bottom: <\/em>Bb3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sailors
<\/em>The Sailors are the crew of Prince Eric\u2019s ship. They are eager for adventure and ready to tackle a storm. The Sailors can be played by boys or girls and can double as Sea Chorus.
Gender:<\/em> Any<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Seahorse
<\/em>The Seahorse is the court herald for King Triton. This non-singing part is a good role for a young performer with a clear speaking voice.
Gender: <\/em>Any<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sea Chorus
<\/em>The Sea Chorus is responsible for creating each world within the show. Look for performers who can move gracefully and are capable of being part of a scene without drawing focus. This can also be an opportunity to showcase some of your more skilled dancers. The Sea Chorus can double as Merfolk, Sea Creatures and Lagoon Animals.
Gender: <\/em>Any<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sea Creatures<\/em>
The Sea Creatures are the ensemble under water animals in King Triton\u2019s court. They can include as few or as many performers as your production permits. There are several moments to showcase both dancers and singers in \u201cUnder the Sea.\u201d
Gender:<\/em> Any<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Merfolk<\/em>
The Merfolk of King Triton\u2019s Court and can double as Sea Creatures.
Gender: <\/em>Any<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lagoon Animals<\/em>
The Lagoon Animals try to convince Prince Eric to kiss Ariel. This ensemble can double as the Sea Creatures.
Gender:<\/em> Any<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

ArielAriel, the heroine of our story, is a little mermaid who longs to be human. Cast a strong singer and dynamic performer in this role. Ariel has some beautiful solos but must be able to convey meaning through gesture once she loses her voice.Gender: FemaleVocal range top: Eb5Vocal range bottom: Bb3 Prince EricPrince Eric is the adventurous prince … <\/p>\n

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