Current Production Information
Current Production Information
Written by Brant, Lynn
Synopsis
Footloose is the story of Ren McCormack, a teenage boy from Chicago. He and his mother move to the small town of Bomont after his father abandons them. Upon arriving, Ren finds himself at odds with most of the town, including the Reverend Bomont. The Reverend has convinced the town to outlaw dancing, which Ren finds unbelievable. With the help of the Ariel (the Reverend’s daughter) and Willard (a country hick who becomes his best friend), Ren convinces the Reverend to let the teenagers dance, and in the process helps the town to heal from a tragedy that affected them all. More detailed plot summary: Click here
Characters: A good listing is found on STAGE AGENT: CLICK HERE Or see list below
Songs: Listen to the musical! Click HERE
Listing of the Songs in both Acts: Click HERE
Videos: Clips from various places: Click here
You Tube: Full Show from Monmouth
And another full version:
Ren McCormack (Lead): Male, 18-25. Tenor. Energetic, emotional, rebellious, likeable; emotes his pain through quirky sarcasm and dance; strong dancer.
Reverend Shaw Moore (Lead): Male, 35-55. Baritone. The powerful, traditional local church leader; strict, stern, and solemn, still struggling with the death of his son.
Ariel Moore (Lead): Female, 18-25. Mezzo-Pop. Smart, a bit of the bad girl with an edge, sweet, the rebellious minister’s daughter; role requires strong belt, must be a strong singer/dancer.
Vi Moore (Supporting): Female, 30-50. Soprano. Reverend Moore’s loving, supportive, resilient wife.
Rusty (Supporting): Female, 18-25. Great soprano/pop voice. Ariel’s friend; a bit scatterbrained, sweet, fun, knows everything about everything; role requires strong belt, strong comedic timing and dance.
Willard Hewitt (Supporting): Male, 18-25. Tenor. A simple country bumpkin with a warm heart and a big smile; comedic timing and dance a must.
Ethel McCormack (Supporting): Female, 35-45. Soprano. Ren’s mother; had a tough go, just trying to make it…would do anything for her son.
Chuck Cranston (Supporting): Male, 18-25. Tenor. The local bad boy and Ariel’s boyfriend.
Urleen (Supporting): Female, 18+. Mezzo/Alto. Ariel’s friend; the smart one of the group; role requires strong belt, comedic timing, and dance.
Wendy Jo (Supporting): Female, 18-25. Mezzo. Ariel’s friend; strong belt, comedic timing, and dance required.
Ensemble (Chorus / Ensemble): Males & Females, 18-70. Townspeople, students; need strong character people (all age ranges) for many roles (listed below); teenage through adults; chorus singing, dancing parts; all teens dance, all adults dance at the prom.
Lulu Warnicker – Ren’s aunt
Wes Warnicker – Lulu’s husband
Coach Roger Dunbar – Gym teacher
Eleanor Dunbar – Roger’s Wife
Lyle – Chuck’s buddy
Travis – Chuck’s buddy
Principal Harry Clark
Betty Blast – Owner of the Burger Blast
Jeter – Ren’s friend
THE SCHEDULE: 2020 DRAMA DATES
Drama 2019-2020 (updated 2-15-20)
February:
2/18: 3:00-5:00: Spring play rehearsals begin (PAC)
March:
Musical Theater/Drama 2 Broadway and Beyond evening: MONDAY, MARCH 2, 7 P.M.
3:00-5:00 p.m.: Z Center Stage spring play rehearsals. Locations will be in commons or band room as needed to accommodate use of PAC.
April:
3:00-5:00: Spring play rehearsals daily on stage
FRIDAY, APRIL 3: VALTAF Theatre Festival--THIS IS THE FRIDAY WE HAVE OFF BEFORE THE WEEK OF SPRING BREAK! 8:30 AM-5:00 PM, Grandview MS. More info to come!
4/27, 28, 29: Spring play dress rehearsals
May:
April 30, May 1, 2: 7:00 p.m.: Weekend One of spring play. Matinee and evening show on May 2 (1:30 and 7 pm)
May 7, 8, 9: 7 pm: Weekend Two of spring play. (COMMUNITY DAYS)
5/11: 3:00-6:30 p.m.: Set strike for spring production in PAC
May 19: Capitol Theatre Valley Showcase (Yakima, time TBD)
5/27: (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. FINE ARTS AWARDS in PAC
FYI: Music Dates
November 19 – ZHS Music Concert
November 21 – ZMS Music Concert
November 22-25 – Western International Band Clinic (WIBC)(ZHS by audition only)
December 12 – 6th grade music concert
February 14-16 All Northwest Music Conference (High School by Audition)
February 20 – ZHS Music Concert
February 25 – ZMS Music Concert
TBA– High School Choir Contest @Ike
TBA – High Schools Band Contest @ Davis
March 13 – WSU band festival (High School)
TBA – Middle School Band Contest @ Ellensburg
TBA – Middle School Choir Contest @ West Valley
May 9 – Community Days Parade (ZMS Band)
May 21 – ZHS Concert
May 26 – 6th/MS Concert
 ALL auditionees + Guys Audition music | [All sing chorus; Guys sing M 76-98] | 814 kB |
| Audition form: Musical | [(print and turn in before Feb. 10] | 484 kB |
| Girls Audition music | [( Sing M 33-65) open and print] | 356 kB |
| Technical Team form | [(print and turn in before Feb 5 interview)] | 412 kB |