Congratulations to you all. We look forward to getting to work in August!
Please refer often to your email and the musical website: www.NAMusical.com
Rehearsals begin in August (beginning of the school year). Rehearsals will be Mondays 5:30-8:00, Thursdays 5:30-8:00 and Sundays 1:00-4:00.
For the following students called back, please report to the NASH choir room at 5pm on Tuesday, May 30. We may run as late as 9pm, but some students will be finished sooner. Please have your material memorized.
Remember, there are numerous other roles not listed here, so everyone in the cast is still under consideration for featured singing/speaking/dancing roles.
| Character | Students Called Back | What to Prepare | Character Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemo | Sophia Campos Siya Kher Sima Ozdoganlar Delaney Shanley |
SONG –That’s My Dad Practice | Perform AUDITION SIDE – Nemo, Marlin |
A curious young clownfish who brims with excitement to explore the wonders that lie beyond the Great Barrier Reef. Born with a “lucky fin” – or what humans would call a limb difference Nemo quickly learns that the world possesses incredible dangers in addition to the promise of big adventures. By making new friends, finding strength within, and practicing teamwork, Nemo transforms into a capable and brave leader, able to self-advocate and take on challenges big and small. |
| Marlin | Garrett Anderson Elijah Blake Ainsley Brown Mason Hartner Gordon Lind Bella Mays Lys Tona Clare White |
SONG – Big Blue World Practice | Perform AUDITION SIDE – Nemo, Marlin AUDITION SIDE – Marlin, Dory AUDITION SIDE – Coral, Marlin (Note: depending on time, you may be asked to read either the side with Nemo or Coral, but please be familiar with both) |
An anxious clownfish and Nemo’s overprotective father, who, after the tragic death of his wife Coral, prefers the safety of his anemone to the frightening unknowns of the open ocean. Forced to travel across the sea in search of Nemo, Marlin develops the courage to face the unpredictable ocean and the wisdom to trust others – including his own kid. |
| Dory | Mary Buck Sophia Campos Nora Davis Bella Mays Macie Morey Sima Ozdoganlar Delaney Shanley Clare White |
SONG – Just Keep Swimming Practice | Perform AUDITION SIDE – Marlin, Dory |
An optimistic and bubbly blue tang, experiences frequent short-term memory loss and finds herself wandering through the ocean with no place to call home. Sparking friendships with whomever she meets, Dory immediately offers to help Marlin find his lost child, and the two set out on an adventurous journey through the ocean. Along the way, Dory’s kindness and bright spirit ease Marlin’s fears, and the unlikely duo finds comfort and family in each other. |
| Professor Ray | Garrett Anderson Ainsley Brown Alex Gaertner Mason Hartner Gordon Lind Addie Repanshek |
SONG – The Drop-Off (leading right into the lines listed after the song) Practice | Perform |
A stingray and Nemo’s enthusiastic teacher, takes pride in sharing the curiosities and marvels of the world with the class and encourages every student to be a brave explorer. |
| Sharks: Bruce, Chum, & Anchor | Garrett Anderson Elijah Blake Ainsley Brown Mary Buck Nora Davis Julia Ferriolo Alex Gaertner Gordon Lind Addie Repanshek |
SONG – Fish are Friends Not Food Practice | Perform In your most vicious shark voice after you have smelled fish blood, be prepared to say:”I need some food. I need some food. I NEED SOME FOOD. I’ve got you in my sight. I’m having fish tonight!” |
An intimidating great white shark, is the sharks’ ringleader. Despite Bruce’s best efforts to adopt a vegetarian diet, Bruce loses control and is sent into a frenzy, threatening to devour every fish in sight. Chum and Anchor are two of Bruce’s shark friends. They try to live vegetarian lifestyles but are eventually forced to restrain an out-of-control Bruce from eating innocent fish. |
| Gill | Ainsley Brown Julia Ferriolo Alex Gaertner Bella Mays Sima Ozdoganlar Addie Repanshek Lys Tona Clare White |
SONG – We Swim Together(Sing everything as Gill. For the Gurgle and Peach lines “You said this before and we almost got squished by a… Hey we don’t need a replay,” try them like Gill is talking to himself.) Practice | Perform As the leader of the tank, be prepared to say: “Hey! Kid! Name’s Gill, and I’m gonna get you back to the ocean. In fact, I’m gonna get all of us back to the ocean, where we belong. Fish are not meant to be in a box. It does things to ya.” |
Part of the “Tank Gang” that helps Nemo escape the Sydney Harbor Aquarium and return to the ocean. A relentless and inspiring leader who will stop at nothing to return to the freedom of the ocean. This Moorish idol fish believes in the Tank Gang and concocts countless plans to bust them out of the aquarium. Gill is the first fishGill Nemo has ever met with a similar “fin difference,” quickly becoming a mentor and inspiration for the young clownfish. |
| Nigel | Elijah Blake Ainsley Brown Mason Hartner Addie Repanshek Ashok Venkat |
In your best Australian accent, be prepared to say:”G’day, mates! I’m Nigel. Just popping by for a quick hello! I saw Professor Sherman’s boat dock in the harbour this morning. I’m afraid the Great Barrier Reef is thousands of kilometers from here. But I’ll keep a look out for your dad, Nemo.” | A sharp-eyed pelican, Nigel is the Tank Gang’s feathered friend and only connection to the outside world. This bird is someone you can count on to know all the latest news on the happenings of Sydney Harbour. |
| Crush | Garrett Anderson Sophia Campos Mary Buck Nora Davis Julia Ferriolo Mason Hartner Gordon Lind Bella Mays Macie Morey Lys Tona |
SONG – Go With the Flow Practice | Perform In your coolest turtle dude voice, be prepared to say:”Duuuude?!?!?! You took on the jellies, mini man. Ya saved little blue! You totally rock! Let me introduce you to my offspring. Offspring, Jellyman. Jellyman, Offspring. Welcome to the EAC!” |
Crush, a 150-year-old sea turtle who knows how to hang loose, teaches Marlin a thing or two about being a good parent. |
| Coral | Ainsley Brown Bella Mays Sima Ozdoganlar Addie Repanshek Clare White |
AUDITION SIDE – Coral, Marlin | A loving mother-to-be clownfish, married to Marlin, who will stop at nothing to protect her eggs. |