Show Dates:
December 11, 2026 @ 7:00pm
December 12, 2026 @ 7:00pm
December 13, 2026 @ 2:00pm
Audition Details:
Choose one of the audition monologues below to memorize and perform (note that this is not necessarily the character you are auditioning for, rather choose the audition monologue that you feel you can perform well)
Sign up for an Audition time slot
Fill out an Audition Form prior to your in-person audition
A cast list will be posted the weekend of 10/3
A full cast read-thru will take place on Tues 10/6 3:45 - 5:45 in G100
If you are not cast, please consider still being involved with our show as a part of the tech crew! If interested in being involved (even as a cast member) contact Mrs. Painter at mpainter@bethlehemschools.org
*If you are unable to attend auditions - please email Mrs. Roos as soon as possible to arrange for a video submission. All submissions are due later than 10/1
IMPORTANT MATERIAL
This is a new play and this will be a premier production!
Cast Details:
Fading Fireflies has a cast size of 11 with 6 female roles and 5 male roles. There is no doubling. Some roles are more demanding than others for time and line memorization. I will consider having 1 - 2 swings to cover roles in rehearsal and in an emergency. Please indicate if you would be interested in a swing on your audition form. This does not mean that you would not be considered for another role.
We encourage all those who are interested to audition.
**Auditions are for BCHS students only grades 9 - 12.
A Note About Casting:
Please understand that the casting process is complicated and takes into account many factors, first and foremost being your audition. It is a giant puzzle with many moving pieces. Every role should be respected as we are all one company and it takes everyone to put on quality productions.
CHARACTERS:
Male Characters
MARSHALL HIGGINS - Main character, on a quest to find what belongs to him and a sense of belonging
JASPER HIGGINS - Marshall's cousin and former best friend
CHARLIE RANDALL - Marshall's best friend, laid back and agreeable
BILLY "BOONE" - A backwoods cross between Huckleberry Finn and a pirate who loves to instigate. Leader of the Pond Pirates
WALLIS BOONE - Boone's cousin who is the muscle but not the brains of the Pond Pirates
Female Characters
AURELIE ASHBY - The occasional narrator and Marshall's close friend
SALLY CUMMINGS - A neighborhood friend and girl next door
GINNY CORKMIRE - slightly older than the rest, the girl Marshall has had a crush on for years
ANNA MAE LEE - the comic relief and often butt of the joke. She is awkward and naturally comical
MABEL BOONE - Boone's sister who is another rough and tumble member of the pond pirates
MAGGIE MAYFIELD - A neighborhood friend looking for adventure
Audition Tips
To memorize or not to memorize? It is always good to be memorized as you are then better prepared to deliver the best audition possible. The more familiar you are with the material, the more effective your audition will be.
Be as familiar with the play and the characters as possible. There are many versions of the show that you can watch on Youtube. The original cast album is widely available. Be aware that there are differences between that album and the version we have licensed for performance. Read through the show synopsis and character descriptions. Think of where your skills would best fit within the world of the show and try to pick a monologue for your audition that conveys that.
Be confident – even if you have never done this before, the audition is a chance for you to show what you can do.
Be professional - stand for your audition, dress well, introduce yourself (full name, grade, and monologue you will be performing). Make sure that we can clearly hear you.
If you are nervous, channel your nerves into good positive energy. It is important to remember that the creative team wants you to be great and wants to find the right fit for you.
Ask questions - it is ok to ask questions prior to your audition - contact Mrs. Roos (Director/Advisor) at aroos@bethlehemschools.org
A Message about conflicts: We try to work around conflicts when possible but it has become increasingly harder and harder to schedule rehearsals. In preparation for this year, know that a typical rehearsal schedule begins as early as 3:40 and often as late as 6:30 on Tues, Wed, Fri and on some Saturdays we typically rehearse 10:30 - 2:00. Rehearsal schedules are posted one week in advance or more and you will likely not be called for all rehearsals. Please try to schedule your conflicts after 6:00 or 6:30 pm. Due to a flexible cast size, there will be opportunities for smaller roles if you have conflicts. Please discuss these concerns with us prior to casting.
When we are rehearsing a show, we need these rehearsals to be the priority and you will need to schedule your other rehearsals, classes, work, etc. around this schedule. We will do the best we can to work around approved conflicts at the time of your audition such as college auditions, and SAT's. No conflicts (minus approved exceptions) will be accepted in our last two weeks including tech and performances 11/30 - 12/13 ( there will be no rehearsal during Thanksgiving break).
Rehearsal and performance details:
This production will perform 12/11 - 12/13 (3 performances)
A full cast read-through will take place Tues 10/6 from 3:45 - 5:45 in G100.
Rehearsals will begin the week of 10/5 (typically Tues, Wed, Fri, 3:45 - 6:00 and some Saturdays between 10:30 - 2:00 (this is a typical schedule although some times may vary.) You will likely not be called for every rehearsal.