Summer 2025
Join CCP this summer as we present one of the funniest Broadway shows of all time. Once Upon a Mattress tells the story of the princess and the pea through song, dance and flawless comedic timing. This show launched the incredible careers of Carol Burnett and Sarah Jessica Parker, so there is a hint of magic too!
Artistic staff:
- Ryan Nielson, Artistic Director
- Walter Tambor, Music Director
- Laura McClanahan, Choreographer
- Rachel Nielson, Costume Designer
Audition details
All are welcome to audition for CCP. For this production we are seeking performers age 13 and up. No need to sign up for a time slot. Audition times are allocated in order of arrival. If you don’t like to wait, we recommend arriving later.
Dates:
- Tuesday, April 8 – 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Wednesday, April 9 – 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
- Location: Plymouth Playhouse
2705 Annapolis Lane N, Plymouth, MN 55441 - Plymouth Playhouse is located within the Ramada Inn
Callbacks:
- Thursday, April 10 – Times will be assigned
- Callbacks will be requested for select roles as needed.
- Location: Plymouth Playhouse
Preparing for auditions
- Prepare 32 measures of a song (no more than 2 minutes) of your choice that fits the style of the show or desired character
- An accompanist will be provided. Please bring a copy of your music clearly marking your start and end point for the pianist, printed double-sided and in a 3-ring binder. Please do not staple your music.
- Come prepared to move for some light choreography
- Be aware that you may be asked to read lines or sing a selection from the show at auditions or callbacks
- You will be asked to complete an actor agreement. Please bring a performance resume if you have one. If under age 18, a parent signature is required on the Actor Agreement.
- Bring a listing of all your potential rehearsal conflicts from May through June 2025.
- Bring a headshot. A simple selfie is all that is needed.
- In-person auditions are strongly preferred
Rehearsals:
- First rehearsal will be in early May
- All cast members must be available for rehearsals during tech week June 14 – June 19, 2025
- Rehearsals will generally be held Sunday through Thursday evenings in the northwest suburban area
- All cast members will be asked to contribute a $30 activity fee
Performances:
- Performances will be held at the Town Green Amphitheater in Maple Grove, MN. We will have an alternative venue should the weather not cooperate.
- June 20, 21, 26, 27, 28 at 7:30 p.m., June 22 at 4:00 p.m. and June 29 at 2:30 p.m.
Cast of characters
The age ranges below are suggested to appropriately fit the age of the character.
| Character | Age range | Vocal range | Description |
| Queen Aggravain | 40 and up | Alto | Leading role |
| Princess Winnifred the Woebegone | 20 to 40 | Mezzo-Soprano | Leading role |
| Prince Dauntless | 20 to 40 | Tenor | Leading role |
| Jester | 20 and up | Tenor | Supporting role |
| King Sextimus the Silent | 40 and up | Silent role | Supporting role: Since the role is non-speaking this is all about physical comedy. |
| Lady Larken | 20 to 40 | Soprano | Supporting role |
| Minstrel | 20 to 40 | Tenor | Supporting role |
| Sir Harry | 20 to 40 | Tenor | Supporting role |
| Wizard | 55 and up | Baritone | Supporting role |
| Ensemble of featured roles and chorus members | 13 and up | SATB |