Springfield Little Theatre announces auditions for its upcoming production of ONCE UPON A MATTRESS, the fourth production of the 2026–2027 Mainstage Season at the historic Landers Theatre.

AUDITION WORKSHOPS

Springfield Little Theatre will offer audition workshops for performers interested in auditioning for ONCE UPON A MATTRESS. Participation in an audition workshop is not required to audition.

Monday, November 9 and Tuesday, November 10, 2026
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Judith Enyeart Reynolds School of the Performing Arts for Springfield Little Theatre
237 S. Florence Avenue
Springfield, Missouri

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AUDITION DATES

Monday, November 16 and Tuesday, November 17, 2026 7:00 PM

Auditioners only need to attend one evening.

The Landers Theatre — Fourth Floor Rehearsal Studio
311 East Walnut Street
Springfield, Missouri

CALLBACKS

Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM

Callbacks will be held by invitation. Additional information and materials will be provided to those requested to attend.

The Landers Theatre — Fourth Floor Rehearsal Studio
311 East Walnut Street
Springfield, Missouri

CREATIVE TEAM

ONCE UPON A MATTRESS will be Directed and Choreographed by Chyrel Love Miller and Music Directed by Billy Gowers.

WHAT TO PREPARE

Please prepare a one-minute vocal selection in a style appropriate to the production. Bring clearly marked sheet music in the correct key for the provided accompanist. Additional vocal selections, readings, or movement may be requested during auditions or callbacks.

REHEARSALS

Rehearsals begin Sunday, November 22, 2026, and will generally be held Sunday through Thursday evenings from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM.

Please Note: Rehearsals will NOT be held December 23-26 and December 30-January 2.

Minimal conflicts may be accommodated, but availability for the majority of the rehearsal process is required. All performers must be available for all technical rehearsals and performances. A complete list of conflicts must be provided at auditions.

PERFORMANCES

All performances take place at The Landers Theatre.

• Thursday, January 28, 2027; 7:30 PM — Preview Performance
• Friday, January 29, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Saturday, January 30, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Sunday, January 31, 2027; 2:00 PM
• Thursday, February 4, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Friday, February 5, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Saturday, February 6, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Sunday, February 7, 2027; 2:00 PM
• Wednesday, February 10, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Thursday, February 11, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Friday, February 12, 2027; 7:30 PM
• Saturday, February 13, 2027; 2:00 PM

CASTING

All roles are available. Springfield Little Theatre welcomes performers of all ethnicities, identities, backgrounds, and body types to audition. Unless otherwise noted, listed ages describe the approximate age of the character and not necessarily the age of the performer.

AVAILABLE ROLES

PRINCESS WINNIFRED THE WOEBEGONE

Character age: 20–35
Vocal range: Mezzo-belter, F3–D5

A bold, unsinkable princess from the swamps who swims the moat to meet her prince. Brash, warm, and utterly without pretense — a fearless comedienne with a powerhouse voice.

PRINCE DAUNTLESS THE DRAB

Character age: 20–35
Vocal range: Baritenor, C3–F4

The sweet, sheltered prince who has never been allowed to grow up — or marry. Endearing, hopeful, and funnier than he knows.

QUEEN AGGRAVAIN

Character age: 40–60
Vocal range: Mezzo-soprano (strong patter skills)

The domineering queen determined that no princess will ever be good enough for her son. A commanding comic performer who never stops talking.

KING SEXTIMUS THE SILENT

Character age: 40–60
Vocal range: Non-singing until the finale

The good-natured king, struck mute by a curse. A masterclass in pantomime and physical comedy.

LADY LARKEN

Character age: 20–30
Vocal range: Soprano, C4–G5

A graceful lady-in-waiting with a pressing reason to see a royal wedding happen soon. Romantic and genuine.

SIR HARRY

Character age: 25–35
Vocal range: Baritone, B2–F4

A dashing, slightly self-important knight who rides off to find a princess and save his lady’s honor.

THE MINSTREL

Character age: 20–40
Vocal range: Tenor, C3–G4

The charming storyteller who opens the tale and guides us through it with a song.

THE JESTER

Character age: 20–40
Vocal range: Baritenor; strong dancer

The court’s nimble entertainer. A featured dance role with wit and style to spare.

THE WIZARD

Character age: 30–60
Vocal range: Baritone

The queen’s scheming accomplice, keeper of impossible tests and theatrical magic.

ENSEMBLE

Character age: Adults of all ages

The knights and ladies of the court. Singers and dancers of all experience levels are encouraged to audition.