Book and Lyrics by Brian Yorkey Music by Tom Kitt
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Next to Normal explores how one suburban household copes with crisis and mental illness. Winner of three 2009 Tony Awards, including Best Musical Score and the 2010 Pulitzer Prize, Next to Normal was also chosen as "one of the year's ten best shows" by critics around the country, including The Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, Rolling Stone and The New York Times.
Dad's an architect; Mom rushes to pack lunches and pour cereal; their daughter and son are bright, wise-cracking teens, appearing to be a typical American family. And yet their lives are anything but normal because the mother has been battling bipolar disorder for 16 years. Next to Normal takes audiences into the minds and hearts of each character, presenting their family's story with love, sympathy and heart.
​Director
Kelly Thomas
Music Director
Corinne Nelsen
Stage Manager
Kristen McPhie
The Cast.
DIANA GOODMAN — A woman battling bipolar disorder and the weight of grief. Warm, loving, unpredictable, and emotionally complex. Vocal powerhouse role.
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DAN GOODMAN — Diana’s husband. Loyal, exhausted, hopeful, and in deep denial about the family’s struggles. Requires emotional stamina and strong vocals.
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NATALIE GOODMAN — The overachieving, overlooked daughter. Brilliant, anxious, sarcastic, and yearning for connection.
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GABE GOODMAN — Charismatic, mysterious, charming, and energetic. A major vocal role with strong physical presence.
HENRY — Natalie’s classmate and love interest. Chill, supportive, a little awkward, and warm-hearted.
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DR. MADDEN / DR. FINE — A dual role.
Dr. Fine: Diana’s practical, somewhat sterile psychiatrist.
Dr. Madden: The charismatic, “rock star” therapist with intensity and presence
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Female, 40s-50s, Range G3-B5
Male, 40s-50s, Range Ab2-B4
Female, teens-20s, G3-F5
Male, late teens-20s, Range C3-C5
Male, late teens-20s, Range: G3-B4
Male, 30s-50s, Range: A2-A4
The Performances.
Thursday, February 12th
Friday, February 13th
Saturday, February 14th
Thursday, February 19th
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
Friday, February 20th
Saturday, February 21st​
​Thursday, February 26th
Friday, February 27th
Saturday, February 28th​
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
2:00 pm
Saturday, February 28th​​Thursday, March 5th
Friday, March 6th​
Saturday, March 7th​
7:30pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
7:30 pm
The Auditions.
AUDITION DATE December 8, 2025 from 6:15pm - 8:15pm @ The Electric Theatre - Lower Level
*Video Submissions will be accepted for those unable to attend in person.
CALLBACKS By invitation only - December 10, 2025 - 6:15pm-8:15pm
PERFORMANCES February 12th through March 7th, 2026.
REHEARSALS TBD based on cast availability. More info to come.
AUDITION REQUIREMENTS
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Prepare 30 seconds to 1 minute of a song from the show.
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Choose a cut that highlights your vocal range, emotional depth, and storytelling.
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No accompanist will be provided. Please have a vocal track as accompaniment.
Fill out the online form found HERE: AUDITION FORM LINK
CALLBACKS - Date: December 10th (by invitation only)
Callbacks may include:
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Readings and vocal cuts from the show
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Ensemble musical work
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Light movement work (no dance prep needed)
​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, December 29th - February 11, 2026.
The schedule will be determined by the schedules of those cast.
10-out-of 10 mandatory rehearsal will be February 7th.
First tech/spacing rehearsal is February 7th from 6 - 10 pm.
Remaining tech rehearsals are February 9th - 11th from 5 - 11 pm.
Minimal Saturday morning rehearsals may be required.
All rehearsals will be at The Electric Theater Center.
"All Shook Up" is presented by Theatrical Rights Worldwide.