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Raleigh Little Theatre is seeking performers for its upcoming production of Cinderella, based on the fairy tale by Charles Perrault, adaptation and lyrics by Jim Eiler, music by JimEiler and Jeanne Bargy. This show will be presented in the Cantey V. Sutton Theatre.

About the show

RLT’s holiday tradition returns to celebrate its 42nd year! Kids of all ages will love this retelling of the beloved fairy tale, filled with music, laughs, and a sparkle of magic. This musical comedy features elegant costumes and scenery and a cast of memorable characters including some conniving step-relatives, royals, everyone’s favorite resourceful Fairy Godmother, and Ella, of course!

Cinderella-Prince Street Players Version is presented through special arrangement withMusic Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also suppliedby MTI. www.mtishows.com

Directed by Nathalie Tondeur

Music Directed by Christian Lamøy Stahr

Choreographed by Avis Hatcher-Puzzo

Costume Design by Jenny Mitchell

Important dates

Audition Information Session: September 21 (Monday) 7-8pm [Register on Zoom here]

This information session will include an overview of the audition process, forms, and guidance on how to prepare. This is a great session to attend if you have never auditioned for a show before, never volunteered at RLT, or if you would like to hear more from the creative team about the process and show.

General Auditions: October 5, 2026 (Monday) and October 6, 2026 (Tuesday) 7pm-10pm

Callback List: posted on RLT website by October 8, 2026 (Thursday) 12pm

Callbacks: October 8, 2026 (Thursday) 7-10pm

Cast List: October 12, 2026 (Monday) by 5pm

Rehearsals: October 19 – November 23, 2026; Mondays, Tuesday, Thursdays, and Fridays 7-10pm, with some flexibility on Wednesdays and weekends. No rehearsal on Tue, Wed and Thu of Thanksgiving week.

Tech rehearsals: November 28, 2026 (Saturday) and November 29, 2026 (Sunday), typically 10:00am-6:00pm, exact times TBD 

Tech dress rehearsals: November 30 – December 2, 2026 (Monday through Wednesday)

Preview: December 3, 2026 (Thursday) 7:30pm

Performances: 7:30pm Fridays, and 10:30am & 3:00pm Saturdays and Sundays, December 4 – 20, 2026

Student Matinees: 10:30am Tuesday, December 8; 10:30am Wednesday, December 9; 10:30am Tuesday, December 15; and 10:30am Wednesday, December 16.

Strike: Immediately following the last performance on December 20. All cast members are expected to stay for strike.

A conflict calendar is available at this link for reference.

About the roles

Raleigh Little Theatre encourages actors of any ethnicity, identity, ability, etc. to audition for any role. If the script requires strict adherence to any characteristic(s), those will be listed in the character description. The characteristics describe the characters in the play.

CINDERELLA (Female, Age presenting 18-25) A smart and idealistic young woman who loves to read and loves math. She is fond of dancing, loves art and music, and longs to see the world—but like all of us from time to time, she’s stuck in a bad situation and needs help.

PRINCE CHARMING (Male, Age presenting 18-30) A smart, handsome young man who is lonely. While he longs to find that “certain someone” to cherish and to share his royal life with him, he’s not terribly happy about having to find her under a deadline.

KING/QUEEN DARLING III (Female or Male, Age presenting 30+) He or she may “rule their land with a gentle hand” but they are determined that their recalcitrant son WILL marry by his 21st birthday, according to the law. Looking for a character with a big personality who performs their musical number with comic aplomb. (Possible inspirations: Queen Charlotte from Bridgerton, Kevin Hart, Robin Williams, Amy Schumer, Beyonce, Judy Dench, Steve Carrell, Leslie Jones, Kristin Wiig, etc.)

STEPMAMA (Female, Age presenting 30+) Just adores her daughters, but Cinderella? Not so much. Stepmama considers herself beautiful, refined and cultured—a stark contrast to what others see. An actor with comedy chops and a lot of attitude!

THE STEPSISTERS: HENRIETTA and GERTRUDE (Female, Age presenting 20+) These scene-stealers delight our audiences every year. There are minor differences between the young ladies. HENRIETTA is the oldest and “wisest,” whereas GERTRUDE is “prettier” and ditzier. Two actors with broad comic style, including some physical comedy.

FAIRY GODMOTHER (Female, Age presenting 25+) A clever, energetic fairy with a sparkly wand, magical incantations, and a few unexpected tricks up her sleeve. She takes Cinderella under her wing, blending magic with a bit of motherly advice. Soprano.

THE HELPERS: SUGAR and SPICE (Any gender, Age presenting Teen+) Fairy Godmother’s assistants who help her screen potential recipients of magical aid, run errands around the kingdom, and disguise themselves as mortals when necessary. Two actors with good humor, playful nature, ability to improvise, and some ability to dance.

PAGES (Any gender, Age presenting Teen+) Two loyal assistants who accompany the Royals and are their “backups” for a musical number.

SCRIBES (Any gender, Age presenting Teen+) Gossip writers who report on what goes on in court. The “reporters” of the era.

TOWN KIDS, MICE & HORSES (Children Ages 7-12) Looking for 4. Can you dance like a regular kid? Can you sing like a little mouse? Can you trot around the stage like a horse—neighing and shaking your long silky mane? Versatile youths.

ENSEMBLE (All genders, Ages 15+) Townsfolk liven up the village square, singing and swaying to a lively holiday tune. When in attendance at the Castle ballroom, they appear as proper court nobles in beautiful outfits, performing traditional ballroom dances that are fun and easy to learn: Polonaise, Waltz, Minuet, and the ever-popular Sneeze Polka.

About the auditions

Please prepare 16-32 bars of a song in the style of the show. An accompanist will be provided. Please no pre-recorded music. Please come ready to move, as part of the audition will include dancing.

All auditionees should arrive ten minutes before the time they are signed up to help with check in. There are TWO general audition days. You need only attend ONE.

Please sign up for an audition slot using this form.

A callback list will be posted by 12pm on October 8. All auditionees who are called back will be asked to read and sing from provided selections of the script, and to dance a piece of choreography that will be taught at the callbacks.

Questions about auditions? Contact info@raleighlittletheatre.org

If you need any specific accommodations to audition, please don’t hesitate to reach out to info@nullraleighlittletheatre.org to make your request. Examples of accommodations made in the past are: wheelchair accessible audition space, large print materials, prompters in the audition room, and volunteers to help fill out forms.

Volunteer Access Fund

RLT is committed to helping all members of our community take part in creating theatre here. The Volunteer Access Fund offers support with some of the expenses that can make volunteering harder to access. If this would make participating easier for you, we hope you’ll apply.