MAMMA MIA!

MAMMA MIA! AUDITIONS

THE MUSICAL

MAMMA MIA! is a romantic comedy, contrasting the dreams and aspirations of a 70's girl and a 90's girl. Through the story-telling magic of the songs of ABBA, we meet DONNA, a feisty, independent single-parent, who doesn't need a man to make her life complete; and her twenty-year old daughter SOPHIE, who wants romance, babies and a big, white wedding.

If only her father could give her away...

If only her mother could tell her who her father is...

Sun, sea, sex and subterfuge are the backdrop to this tale of the women who wanted to have it all, and the girls who want happy ever after. And has anyone asked what the men want?

AUDITION INFORMATION EVENING

HIGHLIGHTS

Please read highlights below from our MAMMA MIA! Audition Information Evening. Please note, you should also carefully read the Audition Information Pack above for full details.

  • All principal and featured roles from Mamma Mia! are open, including Donna, Sophie, Tanya, Rosie, Sam, Harry, Bill, Sky, Lisa & Ali, Pepper, Eddie, Father Alexandrios and ensemble roles. Strong dancers, singers who move well, and booth singers (offstage vocalists) are all welcome. Ensemble will include villagers, tavern workers, and wedding guests.

  • You must be at least 16 years old by the first rehearsal on June 29 to audition. There are no roles for under-16s in this adult production.

    • Vocals: Two songs — one pop/ABBA-style (with a backing track) and one musical theatre piece (with sheet music in your key). Aim for around 32 bars or 1.5 minutes each.

    • Dance: A movement call (fun, character-based) is required for everyone. A second, more fast-paced call is optional but encouraged.

    • Acting: Cold reads may be done on the day. Recalls may include a short script and songs from the show.

  • See Audition pack for for full details and times

    • Dance auditions:

      Sunday 8 June @ 10am-12pm

    • Sunday 8 June @ 12:30pm -2:30pm

    • Vocal auditions:

      Sunday 8 June @ 2:45pm - 6pm

      Tuesday 10 June @ 7pm - 10pm

      Thursday 12 June @ 7pm - 10pm

    • Callback auditions:

      Tuesday 17 June @ 7pm-10:30pm

  • Register here and complete all fields, including a photo and either a CV or a summary of your theatre experience. The more details the better.

  • The marketing team uses this to write bios for the program and create engaging content for social media. The more detail you give (fun facts welcome!), the more we can showcase you throughout the season.

  • Confidence, characterisation, vocal storytelling, team attitude, availability honesty, and good movement ability—especially for dancers and ensemble.

  • Not required, but feel free to audition in a British or American accent. You may be asked to try a specific accent during callbacks.

  • Yes. Scenes between Donna & Sam and Sophie & Sky will be supported by a qualified intimacy coach.

  • Yes. Age ranges are playing ages. For example, Donna must appear old enough to plausibly be Sophie’s mum, but the actor’s actual age can vary if the pairing works visually and tonally.

    • First Rehearsal: Sunday 29th June Meet & Greet / Read through 12-5pm

    • Regular rehearsal days are:

      Tuesdays 7pm-10pm

      Thursdays 7pm-10pm

      Sundays 12-5pm

    • Cast will not be required for all of these times but need to be available if called.

    • A Rehearsal Weekend is planned for August 22-24. Friday 22nd from 7pm and all day Saturday and Sunday.

    • Location: Belmont Park Pavilion 162 Barrabool Road, Belmont.

  • Be honest on the form. Known conflicts won’t count against you—we just need full transparency to plan effectively. However, availability for production week is mandatory.

  • Comfortable clothes you can move in—no jackets or heels. Jazz shoes or sneakers are ideal.

  • Select the “I can’t attend” option on the form. The team will follow up if an alternative can be arranged, but places are limited.

  • Yes. Understudies will be assigned to key roles.

  • Yes. Indicate your preferred roles on the form, and tick if you’re also happy to be considered for ensemble or backstage/booth singing.

  • No. A clear, natural phone photo is perfect. Avoid overly styled or glamour shots—we just want to remember what you look like in the room.

CREATIVE TEAM

DIRECTOR

James Lee

MUSICAL DIRECTOR

Brad Treloar

Andrew Smith

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

ASSISTANT MUSICAL DIRECTOR

Alysha Jane

Damian Caruso
Conique Pirrottina

CHOREOGRAPHERS

PRODUCTION MANAGER

LIZ LESTER

MUSIC AND LYRICS BY

BENNY ANDERSON

BJÖRN ULVAEUS

AND SOME SONGS WITH STIG ANDERSON

BOOK BY CATHERINE JOHNSTON

ORIGINALLY CONCEIVED BY JUDY CRAMER

LICENCED EXCLUSIVELY BY MUSIC THEATRE INTERNATIONAL (AUTRALASIA)

3 - 19 OCTOBER

GEELONG ARTS CENTRE, THE STORY HOUSE