Play a part in Theatre South's Professional Training Production where industry professionals work with our youth troupe to create a full production and show run.
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*There is a show fee involved: 3 payments of $235, plus a registration/materials fee of $50
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Character Breakdown:
Villagers: The entire cast will portray villagers, with central characters emerging from this essential group. Whether an actor transforms into a lioness, Simba, or Mufasa, this can be done by donning a costume piece or prop to transition from villager to character. Some villagers will play many roles in the story, from animals of the Pridelands (such as giraffes, elephants, lionesses, etc.) to hyenas to wildebeests.
Rafikis A wise mandrill who acts as healer of the Pridelands and guides Simba on his journey home. The Rafiki narrators - five aspects of one character - are the five leading villagers who become the story's narrators. They are key to the storytelling, and should be played by confident performers who are able to enunciate and project, strong singers, as together they sing sections of "He Lives in You" and "Circle of Life with Nants' Ingonyama." There is an air of mystery to Rafiki, who seemingly knows all.
Gender: Any Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: C4
Mufasa The strong, honorable, and wise lion who leads the Pridelands. Mufasa should command respect onstage and also show tenderness with his son, Simba. Gender: Male
Sarabi A featured lioness, Mufasa's mate, and Simba's mother. Through her speaking lines she provides an opportunity for an actor who can be maternal to Simba and leader of the lionesses. Gender: Female
Zazu The anxious yet loyal assistant to Mufasa who is always busy trying to do his/her duty. Zazu's lyrics are spoken rather than sung, and the role can be played by a boy or girl. Gender: Any
Scar The antagonist of the show, overcome with jealousy of his brother, Mufasa, and nephew, Simba. Cold-hearted and wickedly intelligent, he will stop at nothing to become king of the Pridelands. A mature performer who can bring out this villain's dark side while handling Scar's sarcastic sense of humor. Gender: Male/Female Vocal range top: B4 Vocal range bottom: B3
Young Simba The protagonist of the story, is an adventurous and endearing cub who can't wait to be king of the Pridelands. Simba is playful, energetic, and naive, but after his father Mufasa's death, Simba struggles with shame and his destiny. A strong singer and dynamic performer. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: C4
Simba: Grows from a cub to lion in "Hakuna Matata." Older Simba has more complex moments as he reunites with Nala, mourns his father, and returns to confront Scar. Gender: Male Vocal range top: C#5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Young Nala A courageous lion and Young Simba's best friend. She is not afraid to speak her mind. A strong singer and actor is needed to play this confident cub. Gender: Female Vocal range top: A4 Vocal range bottom: C4
Nala Grows from a cub to a lioness before she confronts Scar, A Strong singer and actress. Gender: Female Vocal range top: Bb4 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Banzai A slick yet childish hyena who works for Scar. He/she would be the leader of the group if hyenas weren't so lazy. An outgoing and confident actor who can portray nastiness and gruffness. Gender: Any
Shenzi One of Scar's hyenas who plot to take over the Pridelands. She is the sassy one of the trio and is always looking out for herself. With Banzai and Ed, she should be able to laugh loudly and long, as well as be menacing to Young Simba and Young Nala. Gender: Female
Ed The third member of Scar's trio of lackeys. He has a loud, cackling laugh that is his only form of communication. Ed can laugh unabashedly and communicate through physicality and facial expressions rather than words. This role can be played by a boy or girl. Gender: Any
Hyenas Scar's army, helping carry out his evil plot to take over the Pridelands. Hyenas are mangy, mindless creatures who sing in "Be Prepared." The hyenas can double as animals of the Pridelands or lionesses. Gender: Any
Timon An outcast meerkat who lives in the jungle with Pumbaa. He is afraid of his own shadow, but pretends to be the confident, relaxed leader of the duo. Timon is one of the funniest characters in the show and should be played by a charismatic actor who understands comic timing. This part can be played by a boy or a girl. Gender: Any Vocal range top: D5 Vocal range bottom: Bb3
Pumbaa A kindhearted, sensitive warthog who enjoys his simple life of grubs and relaxation. Cast a boy or girl who can portray this loveable and loyal friend to Timon and Simba with deadpan humor. Gender: Any Vocal range top: E5 Vocal range bottom: B3