Feb 26 & Mar 1
South Pacific Audition Form
You must complete an audition form in order to Audition
Thursday, Feb 26, 7 -10 pm - 176 2nd Street, St. James, NY 11780
Sunday, March 1st, 7-10pm - 457 Babylon Turnpike, Freeport, NY 11520
What to prepare:
Prepare 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song. An accompanist will be available. Bring sheet music in the correct key, or you may play a track that you bring. Be prepared to read from the script, if asked. All roles open. See character breakdown below.
About The Show
On a South Pacific island during World War II, Ensign Nellie Forbush, a spunky nurse from Arkansas, falls in love with French planter Emile de Becque. When Nellie learns that the mother of Emile's children was an island native, she refuses Emile's proposal of marriage, unable to overcome the prejudices with which she was raised. Meanwhile, the strapping Lt. Joe Cable falls in love with a Tonkinese girl named Liat, but he, too, denies himself a future due to the same fears that haunt Nellie. When Emile accompanies Joe on a dangerous mission that claims Joe's life, Nellie chooses to embrace a future with Emile and his children, thus confronting and conquering her prejudices.
Callbacks
Callbacks will be at the Saint James Cultural Arts Center - 176 2nd Street, St. James, NY 11780. (if necessary, by invitation).
Show Run
The Show Runs (June 5-14) at the St. James Community Cultural Arts Center - 176 2nd Street, St. James, NY 11780. And June 19-21 in Nassau County.
We prefer talent who can do both the St. James and Nassau run, but we are open to considering those who can only do one or the other.
Rehearsals
Rehearsals will be mostly Tues & Thurs from 7-10, with some Saturdays 1-4pm.
Not everyone is called for all rehearsals. (see schedule in audition form for specific dates (subject to change). Tech week is May 30 - June 4. There are two tech/dress rehearsals for the Nassau shows June 17 & 18.
*** Character Breakdown ***
* ALL ROLES ARE OPEN * Some roles might be double-cast *
Note: ages are "stage" age and only a guide.
- Emile de Becque (Baritone, 40-60) - A mature, sophisticated, wealthy. French planter. LEAD.
- Ensign Nellie Forbush (Mezzo, 20's - 35) - A feisty, naïve and optimistic young nurse from Arkansas. LEAD.
- Lt. Joe Cable (Tenor, 20-35) - A handsome Lieutenant in the US Navy. Falls for Liat. LEAD.
- US Marine Luther Billis (Baritone, age open) - A loveable character. comic relief. Doesn't respect authority. Enterprising. Adores Nellie. SUPPORTING.
- Bloody Mary (comedic) - A sassy middle-aged Tonkinese merchant who sells souvenirs to the sailors. Tries to find a rich husband for her daughter Liat. (must be a person of color). SUPPORTING.
- Liat (non-singing, 18-25) - A beautiful Polynesian girl who steals the heart of Joe Cable. Some dance and pantomime. Bloody Mary's daughter. SUPPORTING.
- Capt. George Brackett (Non-singing, 40-70): The commanding officer. Slightly self-important, but he hides a heart of gold. SUPPORTING.
- Cmdr. William Harbison (Non-singing, 25 - 50) - Bracket's right-hand man. Can be hotheaded, especially when Billis is concerned. SUPPORTING.
- Ngana – (8-12) Emile’s young, half-Polynesian daughter. CHILD.
- Jerome – (8-12) Emile’s young, half-Polynesian son. CHILD.
- "Stewpot” George Watts - (Baritone, 18-40) - Sailor and cohort of Luther Billis, he helps Billis run their homemade washing machine. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Professor - part of Luther Billis Enterprises, went to college. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Buzz Adams - Pilot, excellent storyteller. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Herbert Quale - Does administrative and clerical work for Capt. Bracket & loves collecting souvenirs. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Tom O'Brien - Street smart, also plays Shore Patrolman. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Bob McCaffrey - Radio Operator, hasn't been with a woman for a long time. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Henry - Emile’s Polynesian servant (speaks French). Will double other roles. FEATURED / MALE ENSEMBLE.
- Dinah Murphy - Nellie's best friend, down to earth. FEATURED / FEMALE ENSEMBLE.
- Genevieve Marshall - Lead nurse, (Older–Matron Type) - Includes some dialogue. FEATURED / FEMALE ENSEMBLE.
- Janet MacGregor – Nurse. FEATURED / FEMALE ENSEMBLE.
- Ensigns Pam, Lisa, Sue. FEATURED / FEMALE ENSEMBLE.
- Sailors, Marines, Ensigns, Islanders (some with speaking lines. All sing and dance). ENSEMBLE MEN.
- Ensigns, Nurses, Islanders, etc. singing, and dance. ENSEMBLE WOMEN.
Contact
Contact the Director - Tony Chiofalo if you have questions or need more information. 516-810-9482. TonyActorNY@gmail.com.
* Please note: we are a non-equity theatre. We do not offer compensation or housing for our actors.
2026 Video Submissions
Be sure to put "YOUR NAME - South Paf VIDEO SUBMISSION", along with the name of the show(s) you are auditioning for, in the subject line. Send 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice.
It is ALWAYS BEST to be seen in person. However, If you can not attend our in-person auditions you may submit a video to lighthouserepauditions@gmail.com for consideration.
You MUST fill out an audition form if you submit a video.
South Pacific Audition Form - Click Here
Be sure to put "YOUR NAME - South SP VIDEO SUBMISSION", along with the name of the show(s) you are auditioning for, in the subject line. Send 16-32 bars of a musical theatre song of your choice.
CONTACT:
Contact us if you have any questions: LighthouseRepTheatre@gmail.com, 516-272-6597. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest info and announcements. @lighthousereptheatre
AUDITION POLICY
Auditions are open to everyone - regardless of race, creed, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, veteran status or disability.
At Lighthouse we are passionate that talent from all backgrounds can thrive, reflecting the communities we serve.
All roles are open, unless otherwise announced. Being invited to audition, either directly or indirectly, does not guarantee a role.
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