James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.
The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.
One of Sondheim's most popular works, Into the Woods is a musically sophisticated show with the opportunity to feature actors adept at dark comedy.
​Director
Sterling Hanks
Director
Jalee Scott
Music Director
Amy Gleave
Choreographer
Rosa Lee White
Production SM
Kristin McPhie
The Cast.
Jack
The feckless giant killer who is ‘almost a man.’ He is adventurous, naive, energetic, and bright-eyed.
Little Red Riding Hood
A spoiled young girl who is strong-willed, quick-witted, fearless, yet youthful and naive.
The Baker
A harried and insecure baker who is simple and loving, yet protective of his family. He wants his wife to be happy and is willing to do anything to ensure her happiness but refuses to let others fight his battles.
The Baker's Wife
Determined and bright woman who wishes to be a mother. She leads a simple yet satisfying life and is very low-maintenance yet proactive in her endeavors.
The Witch
Sarcastic, uglythen-gorgeous, obsessive protector of Rapunzel who is straightforward and aggressive.
Cinderella
A young, earnest maiden who is constantly mistreated by her stepmother and stepsisters.
Cinderella's Prince
Vain and gorgeous, he is a disloyal lover who is currently searching for the next new, exciting thing.
Cinderella's Stepmother
The mean-spirited, demanding stepmother of Cinderella.
Florinda
Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Lucinda
Cinderella’s stepsisters who are black of heart. They follow in their mother’s footsteps of abusing Cinderella.
Jack's Mother
Browbeating and weary, Jack’s protective mother who is independent, bold, and strong-willed.
The Mysterious Man
Mysterious character with secret. Mostly acting role with physical movement
Narrator
Intellectual, pleasant. Strong story telling skills. Mostly acting role.
Rapunzel
A loopy-but-lovely maiden who is sheltered by the Witch and terribly lonely. She yearns to experience the world.
Rapunzel's Prince
Just as vain and gorgeous as his Prince brother, he is always chasing the newest, most exiting endeavor.
The Giant
Loud, angry. Heartbroken over the loss of her husband. Seeking vengeance. Offstage voice.
Cinerella's Mother
Deceased with her soul guarding and aiding her daughter from a tree.
The Wolf
Hungry and insatiable hunter who takes advantage of the weak by misleading and captivating his prey
The Steward
A man-servant who is used to doing whatever he has to solve a problem. His only care is to please his master or the strongest personality in the room. Conniving, callous and cowardly.
Cinderella's Father
Out of touch with his family but harmless and well-meaning. No solo singing.
Granny
Bitter, vindictive, feisty. Strong humorous role.
Snow White
Smaller role
Sleeping Beauty
Smaller role
Male, 20-30, Range: B2 - G4
​Female, 13 - 20, Range: Bb3 - F5
​Male, 30 - 45, Range: Ab2 - G4
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Female, 30 - 45, Range: F3 - G5
Female, 40 - 60, Range: F3 - G5
Female, 20-35, Range: G3 - G5
Male, 30-35, Bb2 - Gb4
Female, 40 -50, Range: A3 - F#5
Female, 25 - 35, Range: C4 - Ab5
Female, 25 - 35, Range: C4 - Ab5
Female, 40 - 65, Range: Bb3 - Gb5
Male, 40-65, Bass-Baritone
Male, 40-65, Bass-Baritone
Female, 20 - 30, Range: B3 - A5
Male, 30 - 40, Range: C#3 - E4
Female, 20-75, Spoken
Female, 35 - 60, E4 - F4
Male, 30-35, Bb2 - Gb4
Male, 30 - 50, Ensemble Singer
Male, age 50+, Ensemble singer
Female, 40-75, Spoken
Female, 20 - 40, Spoken
Female, 20 - 40, Spoken
The Performances.
Thursday, June 19th
Friday, June 20th
Saturday, June 21st
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
Thursday, June 26th
Friday, June 27th
Saturday, June 28th​
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7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
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​Wednesday, July 2nd
Thursday, July 3rd
Saturday, July 5th​
Saturday, July 5th​
7:30pm
7:30 pm
2:00 pm
7:30 pm
Thursday, July 10th
Friday, July 11th
Saturday, July 12th
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
The Auditions.
Monday, March 24 and Tuesday, March 25, 2024
6:15pm - 8:45pm @ The Electric Theater
*Video Submissions will be accepted for those unable to attend in person.
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Please prepare a thirty second to one-minute comedic monologue AND 36 bars of a song in the style of the show.
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Callbacks will be by invitation only.
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​Please know that The Stage Door insists on providing a supportive, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Auditioning, participating, and casting is open to all and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.
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We are committed to providing a safe and creative environment for artistic expression.
The Rehearsals.
Rehearsals start Monday, May 5 - July 18th, 2025.
Rehearsals will be Monday through Thursday from 6 - 10 pm until June 12th.
Load in will be June 14th. We do request the help of able-bodied actors.
First tech/spacing rehearsal is June 14th from 6 - 10 pm.
Remaining tech rehearsals are June 16 - 18 from 5 - 11 pm.
Minimal Saturday morning rehearsals may be added.
All rehearsals will be at The Electric Theater Center.
"Into the Woods" is presented by arrangement with MTI.