Description:

In Disney's My Son Pinocchio JR., the classic tale of toymaker, Geppetto’s, little wooden puppet is given new life. This new musical, which retells the classic Disney story from Geppetto’s perspective, features the beloved classic songs, “When You Wish upon a Star” and “I’ve Got No Strings,” alongside a host of new songs by Oscar winner and Grammy Award winner, Stephen Schwartz.

Join the Blue Fairy, Stromboli and a lively cast of characters as Geppetto journeys beyond the toyshop to discover the meaning of family. When the Blue Fairy grants Geppetto's wish to bring his beloved puppet to life, the new father quickly learns that being a parent is full of challenges. He struggles to make his son "the perfect boy," only to lose him to a gang of Roustabouts. It is only when faced with the thought of never seeing Pinocchio again that Geppetto truly learns the joys of being a father and loving his child unconditionally.

Disney's My Son Pinocchio JR. is filled with a magical mix of unique roles for all types of performers — from blue Fairies, to Roustabouts and, of course, Geppetto and Pinnochio.

Dates / Times:

  • Thursday, Feb 13th @ 7:00pm
  • Friday, Feb 14th @ 7:00pm
  • Saturday, Feb 15th @ 2:00pm
  • Saturday, Feb 15th @ 7:00pm
  • Sunday, Feb 16th @ 3:00pm
  • Thursday, Feb 20th @ 7:00pm
  • Friday, Feb 21st @ 7:00pm
  • Saturday, Feb 22nd @ 2:00pm
  • Saturday, Feb 22nd @ 7:00pm
  • Sunday, Feb 23rd @ 3:00pm
Tickets go on sale Monday January 13, 2025 at 12:00am

Ticket Prices:

  • $20.00: Standard Ticket Price
*Tickets are non refundable

The CYT Blackbox:

1389 Industrial Dr., Ste. C, New Braunfels, TX 78130

Show Notes:

Mandatory Show Parent/Student Meetings:

There will be 2 mandatory parent/guardian meetings during the session, one on the second day of rehearsal, December 14th at 10:30 am at New Braunfels Bible Church, and one at the beginning of tech week. 


Auditions:
Students enrolled for the Winter Session of classes are eligible to sign up for an audition slot through the sign-up genius. (see below)  Dance Call for all shows will be Friday December 6th (More info below). Auditions for all shows will be on Saturday, December 7th from 10am-4pm at the CYT Studio where students will bring their prepared material (see below) to present for the artistic teams of all productions. Please arrive 10 minutes before your audition slot to make sure your paperwork is complete. Please plan to visit the costume room after your audition slot to be measured by our Costume Team (This is necessary so that the Costume committee can begin working as soon as the cast list is out. This is not a guarantee that you will be cast in the show). 

Students will need to prepare:
A one minute cut of a song (this song should NOT be from the show your student is auditioning for. We suggest something Disney if this is your first time auditioning. Your track needs to be a karaoke track with no words)
A one minute or less monologue (you can use a provided monologue *Monologues coming soon! - OR you can select your own monologue if you would like)

REQUIRED BY AUDITIONS:
1. Registered for a Winter 2024/2025 Class
2. Audition Sign-Up through our SIGN UP GENIUS
3. Complete Winter 2024/2025 Audition Form (*MUST be completed no later than 3 days before auditions. The Karaoke track for your song must be uploaded at time of completion.) AUDITION FORM HERE

If you cannot make auditions in person, video auditions are accepted! Record a video of your one minute song and one minute (or less) monologue and upload the video on your audition form. Please email the Program Coordinator at shows@cytsanantonio.org if you have any questions. We want to see you audition for the show so if you have existing school or family commitments, please get information on how to submit a video audition. Video auditions do NOT exclude you from receiving a callback or participating in the show.

DANCE CALL: Dance call is for every student auditioning and will be Friday, December 6th at the CYT Studio. We are splitting the dance call by age. The Dance call schedule is as follows:
*5-7pm: 8-12 year old age group
*7-9pm: 13-18 year old age group
About the Dance Call Instructional Video: This is the Dance that will be performed at the Dance Call on Friday Dec. 6th. (one for the 8-12 year olds, one for the 13-18 year olds). They will be using these videos to practice with, based on age, regardless of auditioning for My Son Pinocchio or Madagascar, or both. If you are unable to attend the Dance Call, please record a video audition of your student performing this dance, and submit the video as part of your Audition Form. If you have already submitted your audition form, please email the video to shows@cytsanantonio.org.
*If you are submitting a video audition because the sign-up genius is full, please come to the Dance Call in person if you're able. 
8-12 yr old. Dance Call Instructional Video and  Performance Video (coming soon)
13-18 yr old. Dance Call Instructional Video and  Performance Video (coming soon)




Sunday, December 8th is our day for callbacks for all productions. Callbacks will run from 3-7 pm. Students will be notified on Saturday, December 7th as to whether they will need to be present for callbacks. When the callback info is sent out, please read through it carefully for details regarding the process and times. Not every student will be required to be at Call Backs. 


Rehearsals:
Rehearsals will begin Friday, December 13th.
 

Characters:

Geppetto

Geppetto is a lonely toymaker who longs to be a father. Look for a mature performer who feels comfortable playing a parent to Pinocchio and isn't afraid of showing emotion. Cast a strong singer, as Geppetto has several solos. Gender: Male Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Pinocchio

Pinocchio is a wooden puppet who doesn't know where he belongs. Look for a performer who can handle the lively personality of a little boy while also capturing tender moments. Although Pinocchio is a boy, the role can be played by a boy or girl. Pinocchio has a few solos, but a strong character actor can easily act through them. Gender: Male Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Blue Fairy

The Blue Fairy is convinced of her own perfection and does not like having it called into question. The performer you cast should have good comedic instincts and a solid singing voice. This role does not require excessive dancing. Gender: Female Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Fairies

Rosa, Viola & Arancia, fairies in training, are sweet and kind. The performers in these roles should be expressive observers since they often oversee the action occurring onstage during flashbacks. They sing as a group, often alongside the Blue Fairy. Their individual distinctions from one another can be discovered during rehearsal. Gender: Female Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: G3

Sue

Sue is a fairy in training who marches to the beat of her own drum. She isn't your typical fairy, as sweetness isn't in her nature. The performer in this role can be brooding or brash, but certainly a contrast to Rosa, Viola and Arancia, although vocally she should blend in. Gender: Female

Stromboli

Stromboli is a bumbling, loud, incompetent puppeteer who has at least a few screws loose. Cast a versatile performer who can create silly voices to take this character and his marionettes over-the-top. Stromboli's songs are challenging, so look for someone who is comfortable with his solos and doesn't shy away from silliness. Gender: Male Vocal range top: F5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Professore Buongrazzo

Professore Buongrazzo is a passionate, mad scientist obsessed with building perfect children. While some solos are required, character work is most important for this role. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C#4 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Junior

Junior is Professore Buonragazzo's mirrorimage assistant, created using the child-making machine. The performer in this role will need to work closely with the performer playing the Professor to mimic his movements. A short solo is required, but it can be spoken if necessary. Gender: Any Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Ringleader

The Ringleader runs Pleasure Island. The performer playing this role should have a real sense of showmanship. This role requires some singing and is a great opportunity to showcase a dancer. The Ringleader can be played by a boy or a girl, but be sure to cast a performer who can commit to the character's mischievous ways. Gender: Any Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: A3

Signora Giovanni

Signora Giovanni is Pinocchio's teacher. This is an acting role. If needed, this performer can become part of the ensemble in other group numbers. Gender: Any

Bernardo

Bernardo & Maria are married residents of Idyllia who are looking to purchase a "perfect" daughter from Professore Buonragazzo. These roles require group singing. These performers can become part of the ensemble in other group numbers. Gender: Male

Maria

Bernardo & Maria are married residents of Idyllia who are looking to purchase a "perfect" daughter from Professore Buonragazzo. These roles require group singing. These performers can become part of the ensemble in other group numbers. Gender: Female

Talia

Talia is the "perfect child" created for Maria and Bernardo by Professore Buonragazzo's machine. Talia sings and dances to impress her parents, so this is a great role to feature a dancer. Gender: Female Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Boy 1

Boy 1 is the first replacement for Pinocchio, created by Professore Buonragazzo's machine. Find an actor who can minic a comedic version of the famous puppet. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Boy 2

Boy 2 is the second replacement for Pinocchio. He should be even more wooden than Boy 1. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C4 Vocal range bottom: C3

Marionettes

Marionettes are the stringed puppets in Stromboli's show. There are solos available for marionettes, if you choose to separate their voices from Stromboli. Marionettes can be added as need to the ensemble. Gender: Any Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3

Town Children

The Town Children (Dante, Agata, Fiorello, Francesca, Adriana, Luigi, Gina, Lia, Rico) love the toys in Geppetto's shop. The performers cast in these roles should be able to create individual personalities for their characters. There are opportunities for solos, but performers can sing in groups. Gender: Any

Town Parents

Town Parents (Signora Lisi, Signore Fucito, Signora Mancini, Signor Alcamo, SIgnora Sommelia, Signora Contrastana, Signora Rosati, Signore Proto, Signore Marino) are the beleaguered mothers and judgmental fathers of the town children. The performers cast in these roles should be able to create individual personalities for their characters. There are opportunities for solos, but performers can sing in groups. Gender: Any

Children Of Idyllia

Children of Idyllia (Amelia, Salvatore, Carla, Lucia, Giuseppe, Boy 1, Boy 2) are the perfect children created by Professore Buonragazzo. Performers cast in these roles should be able to sing in groups, with featured speaking lines. There are great opportunities for movement and dance. Gender: Any

Animals

Animals (Pig, Foxes, Horse) serve as voices of reason for Geppetto's journey. Performers cast in these roles do not have to sing; however, comic timing and deadpan delivery are essential. These performers should be comfortable inhabiting the mismatched animals they portray. Gender: Any

Roustabouts

Roustabouts are the sidekicks to Pleasure Island's Ringleader. When performing these roles, personality is key. Group singing is required. Gender: Any

Delinquents

Delinquents (Malvolio, Brutto, Sporco, others) can expand to include more performers and are great roles for actors. Also, they must be comfortable turning into donkeys. non-singing roles. Gender: Any