SEEKING:
[DONNA] 35 - 45 years old; all ethnicities - The mother of a 20 year old girl. Attractive and free-spirited. A former lead singer in a group called “Donna and the Dynamos” who now owns and runs a hotel/casino on a Greek island. A strong feminist who also has a zany and vulnerable side. Alto/ Mezzo.
The actor cast as "Donna" will also perform in the Royal Caribbean Signature Production "Blue Planet" onboard the Allure of The Seas (3-4 performances weekly). The ability to sing both musical theatre and pop/rock is an asset.
SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS:
Create a casting profile by visiting https://royalcaribbeanentertainment.com/register/ once completed, you can submit your virtual audition by completing the following steps.
Film and upload the entire packet of materials to your casting profile linked here: DONNA Audition Packet
Provide headshot and a current full-length photo in form fitted attire.
Upload recorded videos and photos to your Royal Caribbean casting profile. Please use a sharable link (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.).
Once uploaded to your profile, click SUBMIT at the bottom of this page. Profiles submitted without materials will not be considered.
*Rehearsal Dates: 9/11/25 - 11/7/25
*Contract Dates: 11/8/25 - 10/3/26
Submissions due by April 28th.
Prior to your audition you will need to print out and prepare the audition material required. Also, come prepared with your best 16 – 32 bars of a ballad and an up-tempo in contrasting styles. Vocal styles should include: Pop/Rock, R&B, Contemporary Musical Theatre/Broadway, and Jazz. Sheet music is required in the proper key. Must have strong acting ability. Singers will be taught a movement combination and should come prepared with proper dance attire. All roles will also perform in our Signature Production Show.
Prior to the audition you will need to print out and come prepared with the audition material required. Please click on the applicable link below. (Early 20s - Mid 30's) Strong dancers. Singing a plus. Some featured male ensemble roles have dance specialties for which Russian split jumps and acrobatics are a plus. Principal understudies and supporting roles such as Ali, Pepper, Eddie and Lisa will be cast out of the ensemble. All roles will also perform in our Signature Production Show.
Late 30’s-early 40’s – the mother of a 20 year old girl.
Attractive and free-spirited. A former lead singer in a group called “Donna and the Dynamos” who now owns and runs a hotel/casino on a Greek island. A strong feminist who also has a zany and vulnerable side. Alto/Mezzo.
Late 30’s-early 40’s.
A former singer in the “Dynamos”. Rich, sophisticated, acerbic, funny, and witty. Actress who sings. Alto/Mezzo.
Late 30’s-early 40’s.
A former singer in the “Dynamos” who now writes for and runs a feminist press. She’s confident, strong, and funny on the outside but shy underneath. Kooky and fun, good comic actress, bit of a clown. Actress who sings. Alto/Mezzo.
18 – 25.
A very special young woman who is determined to find the romance and happiness she feels eluded her mother. Has a wild, zany spirit even though she pursues a conventional marriage. Pop Soprano or Alto/Mezzo.
35 – 45.
May be Sophie’s father. Left Donna 20 years ago because he was engaged to another woman. Charming, successful architect. Actor who sings. Bari-Tenor.
35 – 45.
May be Sophie’s father. British financier, wealthy, buttoned-up, and conservative but trying to reconnect with his freer, youthful self. Must be able to do a very convincing English accent. Actor who sings. Proficient acoustic guitar player, a plus. High Bari-Tenor.
35 – 45.
May be Sophie’s father. A travel writer with no possessions or strings. Good-natured, always ready for adventure. Funny, preferably a big or imposing man. Should be a very good actor who sings. High Baritone.
Mid-late 20’s.
Sophie’s fiancé. Athletic, attractive – has given up his life as a successful young businessman in order to make over Donna’s taverna and marry Sophie. Tenor.
18 – 25.
Sophie’s friend who arrives to be a bridesmaid. Very energetic and kooky. Should be African-American, Hispanic-American, Asian-American, Native American or any non-Caucasian young woman. Should sing and dance extremely well. (Must attend dancer call)
18 – 25.
Sophie’s friend. Impulsive and fun. Should contrast to Lisa and Sophie. Should sing and dance extremely well. (Must attend dancer call)
Mid-late 20’s.
Sky’s friend. Helps run the hotel. Charming, loves women, always flirting. Must be a strong mover/dancer. Acrobatic skills a plus. Bari-Tenor. (Must attend dancer call)
Mid-late 20’s.
Another friend of Sky and hotel worker. Laid-back, easygoing. Must be a strong mover/dancer. Bari-Tenor. (Must attend dancer call)
Early 20’s to mid 30’s.
Females, all ethnic and racial background. Strong dancers who sing. Additional understudies/covers will be cast out of the Ensemble. (Must attend dancer call)
Early 20’s to mid 30’s.
Males, all ethnic and racial background. Strong dancers who sing. Some featured male ensemble roles have dance specialties for which Russian split jumps and acrobatics are a plus. Additional understudies/covers will be cast out of the Ensemble. (Must attend dancer call)