AUDITIONS

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The Spongebob Musical Auditions on May 24, 25 & 26, 2025

About the Show. Based on the beloved animated series created by Stephen Hillenburg, this deep-sea pearl of a show features songs by Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, David Bowie, and more. When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their humble home, SpongeBob and his friends must come together to save the fate of their undersea world. With lives hanging in the balance and all hope lost, a most unexpected hero rises up. The power of optimism really can save the world! Ride the wave to DHT for this brilliant, bright, hilarious and brand-new musical.

Director/Choreographer. Greg Zane
Musical Director. Jenny Shiroma

Book by. Kyle Jarrow
Music by. Tina Landau
Original Songs by. Yolanda Adams, Steven Tyler and Joe Perry of Aerosmith, Sara Bareilles, Jonathan Coulton, Alex Ebert of Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros, The Flaming Lips, Lady Antebellum, Cyndi Lauper, John Legend, Panic! At the Disco, Plain White T’s, They Might Be Giants, T.I.
Songs by. David Bowie, Tom Kenny & Andy Paley

Additional Lyrics by Jonathan Coulton
Additional Music by Tom Kitt

Show Dates: July 18 – August 3 with the possibility of an extension to Sunday, August 10.

Audition Dates. Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2 PM – 6 PM; Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 7:30 PM – 10 PM; Monday, May 26, 2025 at 7 PM – 10 pPM

Callbacks. Callbacks by invitation only will be Tuesday, May 27, 2025. Not being called back in no way infers final casting decisions. Some of those auditioning may be asking to attend a dance audition at callbacks.

Audition Sign Up. Auditions by appointment are preferred. Unscheduled auditions are permitted, as time allows, but may require a wait. Auditions will be held at the Diamond Head Theatre Rehearsal Hall at 520 Makapuu Avenue.

About Auditions. Only accepting performers who are 16 years and older. Prepare 32 bar selection featuring a legit musical theater piece that features your voice and acting skills (no pop/rock). An accompanist will be provided. No tapes, karaoke tracks or a cappella allowed.

Please come prepared with comfortable clothes you can move in if you are asked to stay for a dance audition. Bring appropriate footwear.

Please note that we are seeking dancers who have theatre dance /concert dance experience who sing well (tap dance skills a plus). Seeking strong singer/actors who move well.

What to Bring. Come in comfortable clothes including appropriate footwear that you can move in if you are asked to stay for a dance audition. Bring a complete list of any conflicts or possible conflicts with rehearsals and performances between Wednesday, May 28 through Sunday, August 10 to the audition. If you are cast in The Spongebob Musical, no additional conflicts except those presented at your audition will be accepted. Headshots and resumes are welcome but not required.

Rehearsal Dates. All rehearsals will be at Diamond Head Theatre. While always subject to change, rehearsals weeks will be Mondays 7:30 PM – 10 PM, Tuesdays – Thursdays 7 PM – 10 PM, Saturdays 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm and Sundays 6 PM – 10 PM. Following Man of La Mancha performs after June 15, the schedule will change to Tuesday – Fridays 7 PM – 10 PM & Saturdays and Sundays will change to 2 PM – 6 PM.

Contact for Inquiries. Artistic Director John Rampage at (808) 733-0277 x 302

THE SPONGEBOB MUSICAL CHARACTERS

(Pop Tenor – up to C3 or B4, male, 20s-30s) Male presenting.  SpongeBob is optimistic, innocent, and boyish; energetic and sometimes hyperactive. This actor should have the ability to move well and be an extremely physical actor. This is a highly physical role (tumbling, yoga, dance an asset). Additionally, must be naturally funny and have great comedic skills and precision.  *Ability to play the Ukulele is a plus*

(Up to Bb2-Bb4, 20s-30s) Male presenting. Patrick is kind and well-intentioned, but lacking common sense or skills.  An innocent who is a big softie and also be prone to sudden child-like fits of rage or frustration. 

(Up to B2-Bb4, 40s-50s) Male presenting. The greedy owner of the Krusty Krab, and employer of SpongeBob and Squidward. While everyone is off panicking about Bikini Bottom’s imminent doom, Eugene decides to strike the iron while it’s hot and puts on a huge “apocalypse sale” at the restaurant, exploiting the fear of fellow fish to make its owner even richer. 

(Up to A3-E5, 20s-30s) Female presenting.  A brainy and athletic Texan squirrel who came to Bikini Bottom for a research project. Sandy acts as SpongeBob’s most trusted ally on their quest to stop the volcano from erupting, using the vast amount of scientific knowledge and brilliant inventions to aid the mission. Southern dialect required.

(Up to B2-G#4, 20s-40s) Male presenting.  Sheldon’s personality outweighs their slick, scheming, nefarious determination. Sheldon has the ability to charm and will do anything to get ahead in life. Sheldon can be very greedy, but his heart is still open enough to rekindle a romance with his wife. This character will need to dance and rap skills are a plus. 

(Up to A2-F#4, 40s-50s) Male presenting. A grumpy, cynical, dry, short-tempered, generally negative but lovable character. This Actor must move well; tap dancing skills is a plus. 

(Up to G#3-F#5, 20s-40s) Female presenting Robot/Computer. Karen is glamorous, a robotic housewife of Plankton. She’s been there for Plankton’s every scheme and plot and has become jaded (i.e.. she’s been there and done that). Strong comic actress, as well as singer and mover.

(Up to Bb3-F#5, teens) Female presenting. Mr. Krabs’ bratty teenage daughter. She is obsessed with the rock band “The Electric Skates” and just wants her father’s understanding. She has a big voice and an even bigger personality. This is a character role with Gospel vocal overtones.

(Up to F#4-B5) M or F presenting; featured supporting role. The Mayor tries to solve the volcano crisis with big words and speeches, but not much action. They are more worried about getting re-elected than actually helping the town. 

(Up to E2-E4) M or F presenting; featured role. Bikini Bottom’s News Reporter.

All actors are a part of the Ensemble in this production and may play more than one role or selections may be split between multiple actors.

This is just an ENSEMBLE heavy show. Actors will fill out the world of Bikini Bottom as sea creatures, town fish, sardines, a chorus of sponges, and an angry mob. The roles such as Mayor, Puff, Skates, Larry, Jenkins, Buster will be cast from a very active ensemble.

ALL ROLES ARE OPEN. We are committed to non-traditional casting, so all appropriate ages, body types, colors, ethnicities, disabilities and gender identities are encouraged to audition. Each cast member will also pledge to uphold our anti-bullying and anti-harassment policies before beginning rehearsals. We are dedicated to an open and inclusive create environment that fosters artistic and personal growth.

The Spongebob Musical is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals. www.concordtheatricals.com

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For more information about auditions, Contact (808) 733-0277 (ext. 302).

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