Prince William Little Theatre is holding auditions for
HEAD OVER HEELS, the Musical
based on the story, The Greatest Gift by Philip Van Doren Stern
March 13 - 22, 2026Audition Dates:
Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 2:00pm - 5:00pm Monday, November 17, 2025, at 7:00pm - 9:00pm Callbacks (Invitation Only): Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 7:00pm AUDITION LOCATION
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Get totally psyched! Auditions are here for HEAD OVER HEELS! Prince William Little Theatre is throwing an end-of-season bash that's going to be totally tubular! We're talking about auditions for our final production of the 2024-2025 season: the righteous rock musical, “Head Over Heels!” Grab your leg warmers, crimp your hair, and get ready to Go-Go because this show is powered by the iconic, synth-sational hits of the legendary 1980's all-female band, The Go-Go's! With the Book by Jeff Whitty, adapted by James Magruder, and totally inspired by Sir Phillip Sidney's "The Arcadia," this bold new show is giving audiences permission to follow their hearts like it's a John Hughes movie! Head Over Heels is set to a wicked mix of the Go-Go's biggest hits, including "We Got the Beat," "Our Lips Are Sealed," and "Heaven is a Place on Earth." This hilarious and bold ride follows a royal family's outrageously fun journey to save their kingdom and proves true love (and self-acceptance!) is the ultimate key to a happy ending. Come on out and show us what you've got! It's going to be truly excellent! Head Over Heels is presented by special arrangement with Broadway Licensing, LLC. (www.broadwaylicensing.com) |
Performance LocationGregory Family Theater
Hylton Performing Arts Center Manassas, VA |
Performance DatesPerformances
March 13, 2026 at 8:00 pm March 14, 2026 at 2:00 pm March 14, 2026 at 7:00 pm March 15, 2026 at 2:00 pm March 20, 2026 at 8:00 pm March 21, 2026 at 2:00 pm March 21, 2026 at 7:00 pm March 22, 2026 at 2:00 pm |
Production TeamDirector: Melanie McGuin
Producer: Laura Mills Musical Director: Chris Anderson Stage Manager: Kasey Moore Assistant Producer: Melissa Jo York Tilley Choreographer: Victoria Romano Intimacy and Fight Choreographer: Katie Warner Fight Choreographer: Lanny Warkentien Hair and Make-up Design: Emily Lagana Set Designer: Joey Olson Lighting Design: Ken and Patti Crowley Properties/Puppetry Design: Natalie Foley Costume Design: Susy Moorstein and Riley Leonhardt Sound Design: Tim McCleerey |
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Character Descriptions:
Basilius (male presenting, he/him/they, approximate age range 30+) King of Arcadia. A sexy, good ol' boy. A hothead, but not a despot. Blindly thinks Arcadia is doing great under his masculine rule, which will be sorely tested during the course of the show. Vocal range: High Baritone/Tenor, Ab2-Ab4 Gynecia (female presenting, she/her/they, approximate age range 30+) Queen of Arcadia. Sexy, wise, beautiful. Like any longstanding spouse, knows how to get her way with her husband when push comes to shove. Vocal range: Mezzo, Belt, Eb3-E5 Pamela (female presenting, she/her/they, age range 18+) Basilius and Gynecia's older daughter. Confident and obsessed with her appearance. Known to be the most beautiful bachelorette throughout Arcadia. Vocal range: Mezzo, High Belt, E3-Ab5 Philoclea (female presenting she/her/they, age range 18+) Basilius and Gynecia's younger daughter. Shy and a "good girl", she yearns to follow her heart rather than obey her father's orders. Vocal range: Soprano, G3-B5 Dametas (male presenting, he/him/they, age range 30+) The King’s viceroy; father to Mopsa. Vocal range: Baritone, A3-A4 Mopsa (female presenting, she/her/they, age range 18+) Handmaiden to Pamela. Warm, skeptical. Growing up without a mother has made her wise beyond her years about everyone and everything, which is why she is the (sometime) narrator to the show. Vocal range: Mezzo/Alto Pop Belt, Bb3-F5 Musidorus (male presenting, he/him/they, age range 18+) A young shepherd who courts after Philoclea. Vocal range: Pop Baritone/Tenor, E2-E5 Pythio (non binary, he/him/she/her/they/them, age range 25+) The Oracle; powerful, mysterious. Demanding. Great sense of humor--can see through everyone--they are the Oracle of Delphi, after all. Vocal range: Alto or Baritone/Tenor, F#3-B4 as Pythio and G3-Eb4 as the Oracle Ensemble (he/him, she/her, they/them, ages range 18+) Unique, charismatic individuals to inhabit the kingdom of Arcadia. Vocal ranges: Soprano: E4 - A#5 | Alto: B4 - C#5/F#5 | Tenor: C3 - A#4 | Bass: Bb3 - E4/F#4 |
Audition Information:
• All roles are open, and newcomers are always welcome. Prince William Little Theatre is a volunteer organization. All parts are volunteer (unpaid) and no parts have been pre-cast. • We practice Total Casting. All ages (18+), abilities, gender, and ethnicities are encouraged to audition. We're on the hunt for cast members who bring an excellent attitude and are ready to experience and try all the new, rad things this show has to offer! • Be ready for romance! This show includes intimate scenes and non-traditional pairings for all genders. Intimacy coaching will be provided. What to Bring & Prepare
What to Expect & How to Dress
Before You Arrive
Callbacks
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Other Key Production Dates:
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:00pm.
Rehearsal Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturdays: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Tech Week: March 8 - 12, 2026.
Pick-up Rehearsal: Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Strike: Sunday, March 22, 2026. This will take place immediately after the final performance, and all cast and crew are required to participate.
Monetary Obligation:
Your participation in the show make you eligible for PWLT membership. In addition, a production fee of $25 to be collected at the first read thru. If you cannot pay the production fee due to financial hardship, speak to a producer and it shall be waived.
Audition Forms:
The audition form and conflict calendar are available at the bottom of the page. Although available at the auditions, it is recommended to have them filled out prior to auditions and brought with you.
Expectations if Cast:
Finally, all actors are required to participate in a strike, which happens immediately following the final performance.
Everyone is encouraged to audition. PWLT is committed to diversity in casting, with the caveat that roles are cast so as to preserve the (impact/thrust/point/nature/fundamental) of the production as depicted by the author. Although gender is noted in the character breakdown above, PWLT encourages those of any gender identity to audition for any role in this production.
First Rehearsal: Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 7:00pm.
Rehearsal Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 7:00pm - 10:00pm, Saturdays: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Tech Week: March 8 - 12, 2026.
Pick-up Rehearsal: Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Strike: Sunday, March 22, 2026. This will take place immediately after the final performance, and all cast and crew are required to participate.
Monetary Obligation:
Your participation in the show make you eligible for PWLT membership. In addition, a production fee of $25 to be collected at the first read thru. If you cannot pay the production fee due to financial hardship, speak to a producer and it shall be waived.
Audition Forms:
The audition form and conflict calendar are available at the bottom of the page. Although available at the auditions, it is recommended to have them filled out prior to auditions and brought with you.
Expectations if Cast:
- Attend all scheduled rehearsals. Rehearsals typically take place on two to three weekday evenings and on Saturdays, beginning in December.
- Be prepared. You must learn your lines, blocking, and choreography by the deadlines set by the production team.
- Be respectful. We expect all cast members to be courteous to fellow cast mates, the production team, and anyone else you encounter at our rehearsal and performance venues.
- Provide your own footwear and undergarments. These must be approved by the production team.
Finally, all actors are required to participate in a strike, which happens immediately following the final performance.
Everyone is encouraged to audition. PWLT is committed to diversity in casting, with the caveat that roles are cast so as to preserve the (impact/thrust/point/nature/fundamental) of the production as depicted by the author. Although gender is noted in the character breakdown above, PWLT encourages those of any gender identity to audition for any role in this production.
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