The White Theatre at The J: Little Shop of Horrors - Overland Park, KS

Seeking Talent From: Kansas

Union Status: Non-Union

Pay: Modest stipend plus J Campus membership

Posted: 9/29/2026 Updated: 9/29/2026 Deadline for Submissions: 11/13/2026

Little Shop of Horrors is a darkly comic sci-fi musical about Seymour Krelborn, a meek flower shop employee who discovers a mysterious plant with an unusual appetite. As the plant brings Seymour increasing attention and success, its demands become increasingly dangerous. The musical blends comedy, horror, romance, and R&B-inspired music. Little Shop of Horrors is a dark comedy musical about Seymour, a shy flower shop employee who discovers a strange plant that changes his life with increasingly dangerous consequences. The show combines comedy, horror, romance, and Motown and rock inspired music.

Casting / Shoot Info

The White Theatre at The J - https://www.thejkc.org/white-theatre/

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This production is being produced by The White Theatre at The J and is a volunteer-based production. Volunteers will receive a modest stipend and membership to The J Campus for their time in the cast!

This audition will include a vocal portion only. Please prepare 1 minute or around 32 bars of a song and bring sheet music with a clearly noted audition cut. An accompanist will be provided. No in-person tracks or acapella auditions will be allowed. *Those who are sending a video audition may use a track.

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Casting: By submission
Auditions: Sunday, November 15th from 6pm-10pm. Singing Sessions Only, there will not be a Monologue or Dance portion for this Audition
Callbacks: Monday, November 16th from 6pm-9pm.
Rehearsal Dates: December 27 through January 29
Performance Dates: January 30 through February 21
Location: The White Theatre at The J in Overland Park, Kansas

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Seymour Krelborn |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–45 |Role Type: Principal

| Vocal Range: Tenor | Vocal Style: Musical Theater

An insecure, put-upon florist's clerk and eventual hero. He is a genuine, well-meaning man who is taken for granted because of his clumsy ways and poor social skills. Vocal range A2 to G4.

Pay: Modest stipend

Audrey |Female |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–45 |Role Type: Principal

| Vocal Range: Mezzo-Soprano | Vocal Style: Musical Theater

Bleached-blond, Billie-Dawn-like, secret love of Seymour's life. She has poor self-worth and education, but incredibly good looks and a sweet and vulnerable demeanor. Vocal range G#3 to D5.

Pay: Modest stipend

Orin Scrivello |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–55 |Role Type: Supporting

| Vocal Range: Baritone | Vocal Style: Musical Theater

An egotistical dentist with a passion for leather and sadistic tendencies. Audrey's abusive boyfriend, who is targeted by Seymour. The actor cast as Orin will also play an assortment of other characters throughout the show, including Bernstein, Luce, Snip, and others. Vocal range G2 to G4.

Pay: Modest stipend

Voice of the Plant |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–70 |Role Type: Supporting

| Vocal Range: Baritone | Vocal Style: Musical Theater, R&B

An offstage actor and vocalist providing the soul-singing, street-smart voice of the plant. A manipulative, conniving presence with a funky Rhythm and Blues style, the voice uses targeted promises of fame and fortune to prey on human ambition and hunger for escape. Bass or Baritone G2 to G4. The production team is open to other vocal ranges and choices

Pay: Modest stipend

Crystal, Ronnette & Chiffon |Female |African-American |Age: 18–45 |Role Type: Supporting

| Vocal Range: Alto, Mezzo-Soprano | Vocal Style: Musical Theater, R&B

Three Black female street urchins who act as both active participants and an omniscient Greek Chorus. Young, sharp, and street-smart, they are the only ones on Skid Row who know how this story inevitably ends. They address the audience with tight harmonies and a secret-smile that proves they hold all the cards. Vocal range Ab3 to F5.

Pay: Modest stipend

Mr. Mushnik |Male |Any Ethnicity |Age: 32–70 |Role Type: Supporting

| Vocal Range: Baritone | Vocal Style: Musical Theater

The seasoned owner of the failing East Side flower shop and Seymour's nosy boss. He is profit-driven, greedy, and manipulative. Vocal range G2 to F4.

Pay: Modest stipend

Puppeteer Assistant & Customer/Others |Any Gender |Any Ethnicity |Age: 18–73 |Role Type: Chorus / Ensemble

| Vocal Range: Any | Vocal Style: Musical Theater

This actor will assist the production's lead puppeteer as well as appear on stage as several other ensemble characters.

Pay: Modest stipend