Auditions for “Jagged Little Pill” and “Lizzie” will BOTH be held at Fort Salem Theatre on Monday, May 4 and Tuesday, May 5, with appointments beginning at 7:00 PM. Callbacks, as needed, will take place Wednesday, May 6 at 7:00 PM.
To sign up for an audition slot, please visit FortSalem.com/auditions.
Virtual submissions will be accepted through May 3 @ 10PM. Email videos to Kyle@FortSalem.com if you cannot attend in person.
For either production, please prepare one minute of a song that showcases your vocal abilities, preferably in a pop-rock style. Singing from the show(s) is welcome but not required. An accompanist will be provided. If you are auditioning for both shows, you may present two audition selections if you prefer.
ABOUT THE SHOWS:
“Jagged Little Pill”
First Rehearsal: June 1
Performances: July 17–August 2
Directed by Ethan J. Shavelson*
Music Directed by Matt Durland*
Assistant Directed by Amelia Elmen*
Choreographed by Sarah Murphy
“Lizzie”
First Rehearsal: August 23
Performances: October 23–November 1
Directed by Timothy Haskell*
Music Directed by Linden Amster*
Choreographed by Jacqueline Smith*
Prior to your audition, you will receive an email requesting a headshot (or photo), resume, and a list of scheduling conflicts prior to your audition. Physical headshots and resumes are not required.
Rehearsals are typically held Sundays from 6PM-10PM, and Monday-Thursday from 7PM-10PM, pending the availability of the cast and the needs of the show. However, the actual schedule will be determined by the cast and director’s availability. A full calendar will be provided by the first rehearsal.Each actor receives a minimum of two complimentary tickets. Actors who participate in 2026 productions will also receive a free 12-month invitation to opening weekends for all MainStage productions. At this time, housing, travel & performance stipends are not available.
*Denotes Fort Salem Theater debut.
JAGGED LITTLE PILL Casting Breakdown:
Mary Jane Healy
A perfectionist suburban mother battling addiction.
Character’s Gender: female
Stage Age: 40s
Vocal Range Top: E5
Vocal Range Bottom: G3
Steve Healy
Mary Jane’s husband; emotionally distant but well-meaning.
Character’s Gender: male
Stage Age: 40s–50s
Vocal Range Top: G4
Vocal Range Bottom: B2
Frankie Healy
The Healys’ black, adopted daughter navigating identity and sexuality.
Character’s Gender: female
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range: flexible
Nick Healy
The golden-boy son hiding trauma.
Character’s Gender: male
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range Top: A4
Vocal Range Bottom: C3
Jo
Trankie’s outspoken girlfriend; politically active and passionate. Jo is on a journey to explore their gender identity and queerness. This role is listed as assigned female at Birth in the script.
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range Top: F5
Vocal Range Bottom: A3
Bella Fox
A popular student dealing with the aftermath of sexual assault.
Character’s Gender: female
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range Top: D5
Vocal Range Bottom: G3
Andrew Montefiore
Nick’s friend; complicit and deeply flawed.
Character’s Gender: male
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range: ensemble
Phoenix
A student activist and spoken-word leader.
Character’s Gender: any
Stage Age: 16–18
Vocal Range: spoken / ensemble
Ensemble Students / Parents / Activists
Singers and actors of varying ages and personalities, playing college ages through adult.
LIZZIE Casting Breakdown:
Lizzie Borden
Angry, repressed, and yearning for freedom.
Vocal Range: High belt: F#3-F#5 (belt to A5 if possible.)
Emma Borden
Lizzie’s cautious, protective sister.
Vocal Range: Alto/mezzo belt: F#3-D5.
Vocal Range Bottom: G3
Alice Russell
Lizzie’s confidante and emotional anchor.
Vocal Range: High mezzo lyric/mix/belt: G3 (w/F#3 pick-up/ghost-notes in one number) – A5 (legit soprano)
Bridget Sullivan
The Bordens’ Irish maid.
Vocal Range: Contralto/low alto: F3 (w/E3 pick-up/ghost-notes in one number) – Eb5 (E5 option)