Casting Call for Teen Roles in 'Beautiful: The Carole King' Musical

Project Overview

Seeking local teen talent for the musical 'Beautiful: The Carole King'. This production tells the inspiring story of Carole King, from her beginnings as a young songwriter in Brooklyn to her rise as a music icon. The show features classic hits and a compelling narrative.

Roles

Details about specific roles and requirements will be provided in the audition materials.

Dates & Deadlines

• Tech Week: Begins Sunday, July 12, with evening rehearsals from July 13–16.
• Performance Dates: July 17-26, 2026 at McGrath Family Performing Arts Center, Wilmette, IL.
  • Evening performances: July 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 at 7:30 PM
  • Matinee performances: July 19, 25, 26 at 2:00 PM

Audition Requirements

• Prepare a video (32 bars / 60–90 seconds) of a pop-rock or musical theatre song in the style of the show.
• All submissions must include accompaniment (live or track); no acapella singing.
• Singing from the show is not preferred.
• Submit a dramatic reading from the provided sides.
• Upload your video to YouTube or Vimeo and include the link (Google Drive links are not accepted).
• Ensure permissions allow viewing.

Callback Information

• Invitations will be sent by April 22.

Rehearsal Schedule

• Rehearsals begin the week of May 11, typically Monday–Thursday evenings and Saturday morning/afternoon, with variations by role.

For further details, please refer to the attached materials.