Theater for Charity is happy to announce auditions for Disney's
Freaky Friday: A New Musical
Freaky Friday: The Musical is a heartwarming and hilarious stage adaptation of the beloved Disney story. The musical follows teenager Ellie Blake and her mother, Katherine, a perfectionist wedding planner, who magically swap bodies after a heated argument sparked by a mysterious hourglass. Forced to live each other’s lives for a day, they gain a deeper understanding of each other’s struggles, hopes, and fears. As chaos unfolds—with high school drama, wedding mishaps, and a lot of laughs, they must find a way to switch back before time runs out.
The show features a lively, contemporary score by Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey (known for Next to Normal) and blends comedy with touching moments of family, empathy, and self-acceptance.
Dates and Location
Auditions: July 21, 22
Call backs: July 24 if needed
Time: 6:30 pm- 9 pm (sign-ups offered; walk-ins accepted)
Location: Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 2600 West 75th Street, Woodridge, IL
Additional Information:
Open Casting Call: All roles are available to all people regardless of experience, gender, or race, but characters will be played as their written gender.
Time Slots: 60-minute slots between 6 pm- 10 pm.
Performance Dates
Weekends of September 19th and 26th - Fridays and Saturdays at 7 pm and Sundays at 2 pm.
There can be no conflicts during tech rehearsals or performances from September 15th to 29th.
Important Audition Information
Cast Size: (ages 14 to adult) and 5 children (ages 6- 10 years).
Seeking a diverse, energetic cast of singers and dancers/strong movers.
Auditions will include:
Actors will be scheduled for 1 hour in groups of 10, then divided into two: 5 will go dance/5 will read/sing, and then switch.
A Vocal Selection:
Teens/Adults/Children: Prepare a contemporary musical theater or pop song - 32 bars.
You may sing from the show – but not required. If auditioning for the show, please sing a song for the part you would prefer. An accompanist will be provided.
Dance Sequence:
Please come prepared, knowing the dance audition combination (see videos below).
Acting:
The Director will have sides available for cold readings.
Additional information:
Open Casting Call:
All roles are available to all people regardless of experience, gender, or race, but characters will be played as their written genders.
Video Auditions:
We will accept video submissions until July 21 at 6:30 PM. Please send all submission links to lhodak@theaterforcharity.com.
Preparation:
Complete and email the Audition Packet, Headshot & Resume, and all known Conflicts to lhodak@theaterforcharity.com
Character Breakdown
(Some actors may have multiple parts)
Katherine Blake:
A meticulous and overworked single mother in her 40s who runs her own catering business. She's determined to have the perfect wedding while managing her family and career. Through the body swap, she gains insight into her daughter's challenges.
Vocal: Soprano.
Presents – female; Adult
Ellie Blake:
Katherine's 16-year-old daughter. Smart, funny, and a bit disorganized, Ellie feels overshadowed by her mother's expectations. The body swap forces her to navigate adult responsibilities, leading to personal growth.
Presents - Female; Teen/College/Adult.
Fletcher Blake:
Ellie's younger brother, a quirky and imaginative preteen who communicates through puppets. He often annoys Ellie but deeply cares for his family.
Presents – Male; Youth.
Mike Riley:
Katherine's fiancé. Supportive and kind-hearted, he's eager to become a part of the family despite Ellie's initial resistance.
Presents - Male; Adult.
Adam (Listmaker):
A charming and adventurous high school student who leads the school's annual scavenger hunt. He becomes Ellie's love interest and plays a pivotal role in the story's resolution.
Presents – Male; Teen/College/Adult.
Savannah:
The school's queen bee and Ellie's rival. Competitive and manipulative, she poses challenges during the scavenger hunt.
Presents – Female; Teen/College/Adult.
Gretchen and Hannah:
Ellie's loyal best friends who support her through the ups and downs of teenage life and the chaos of the body swap.
Presents – Female; Teen/College/Adult.
Torrey Min:
Katherine's efficient and organized assistant. She helps manage the catering business and the wedding preparations.
Presents – Female/Male; Teen/College/Adult.
Danielle:
A journalist covering Katherine's wedding for a magazine feature. Her presence adds pressure to the already hectic wedding planning. Presents – Female/Male; Teen/College/Adult.
Ms. Meyers:
The school's physical education teacher. She oversees Ellie's gym class, adding to the comedic elements when Katherine navigates teenage life.
Presents –Male; Teen/College/ Adult.
Mrs. Time:
The mysterious owner of a watch shop. She provides crucial information about the magical hourglass that caused the body swap. Presents – Female; Teen/College/Adult.
Parker:
Ellie’s Friend – completely average, best friends with Wells;
Presents – Male. Teen/College/Adult.
Louis:
Weddings Magazine photographer – seen it all; loves his job;
Presents - Male/Female. Teen/College/Adult.
Wells:
Ellie’s friend – dorky but not meek, best friends with Parker;
Presents – Male. Teen/College/Adult.
Laurel:
Random Teen!
Presents – Female; Teen/College.
Grandpa Gordon:
Katherine’s Father – grumpy stubborn, old-school.
Presents – Male; Adult.
Grandma Helene:
Katherine’s mother – fiercely opinionated, because she cares.
Presents – Female; Adult.
Dr. Ehrin:
School Counselor – test-obsessed, overworked
Presents – Male/Female ;College/Adult.
Señor O'Brien:
Spanish teacher – pugnacious.
Presents - Male/Female; College/Adult.
Mr. Blumen:
Biology Teacher- a cynical lifer.
Presents – Male; College/Adult.
Pastor Bruno:
Cheerful, loves weddings.
Presents – Male/Female; College/Adult.
Mrs. Luckinbill:
English Teacher – empathetic.
Presents – Female; College/Adult.
Officers Sitz and Kowalski:
Police officers who never received sensitivity training.
Presents – Female/Male; College/Adult.
Catering Staff – Cater waiters, fish vendor, and florist.
Presents – Male/Female; Teens/College/Adult.
Students & Teachers Grover Cleveland High School:
Presents - Male/Female; Teens/College/Adult.
Savannah’s Followers:
Presents - Male/Female; Teens/College/Adult.
Parker’s Dad:
Presents – Male; College/Adult.
Wells’s Dad:
Presents – Male; College/Adult.
Wedding Guests:
Presents – Male/Female; Youth/College/Adult.
Audition Packet
Complete and email the below links, headshot & resume, and all known conflicts to lhodak@theaterforcharity.com
Rehearsal Schedule
Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 6:30 pm to 9 pm. No conflicts or late arrivals are allowed during Tech Week from September 15-19 or during performances September 19-21 and 26-28.
Download the form below to check if there are any conflicts with your schedule and the rehearsal schedule. Please mark such conflicts on the form and email: lhodak@theaterforcharity.com .
Freaky Friday Schedule
Get Audition Ready!
Video and links:
