Production is underway on a Disney “Little Mermaid Sing & Dance Along” DVD and the casting director is seeking a top level talent for the role of Ariel. Candidates should be sensational at acting, singing and dance.
Ariel is one of Disney’s most iconic characters, and her specific color combination of red hair, purple sea shells and green-Blue tail make her distinctly identifiable. She has become an iconic character for children and young women to impersonate. A poll in the Internet Movie Database (IMDb.com) showed Ariel to be the second most alluring animated character next to Jessica Rabbit.
Here are the casting call details:
• Female, Caucasian, between the ages of 18 – 28.
• Must have Broadway acting credits.
• Must be very enchanting and pretty.
• Should have long red hair, but not absolutely necessary.
• Must have light skinned complexion with beautiful skin.
• Must be over 5’5″ in height.
• Must have strong acting skills.
• Must be able to handle considerable amount of dialog.
• Must have strong singing ability with a magnificent voice.
• Must have substantial ballet and choreographed dance training.
• Seeking Non-Union talent only.
Ariel’s looks are sweet and innocent, giving her an air of purity and child-like cuteness. The actor chosen will be ebullient and lively, with a heavenly smile, and be very elegant.
• The video shooting dates are scheduled for January 18, 2011 and January 19, 2011.
• Compensation is $1,500, which includes one day of rehearsal and a two day shoot.
• The shooting location will be in Los Angeles, CA.
This role is only being cast through talent agents. If you have representation in and fit the above criteria, let your agent know you would like to be submitted to the following:
*** Update***
This role has been cast.
Put “ARIEL SUBMISSION” in the subject line of your email. Have your agent also include any links to online performing videos that you have.
In related news:
Working Title Films is collaborating with director Joe Wright to make a live-action film version of Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale “The Little Mermaid.” The screenplay has been written by scribe Abi Morgan. It tells the classic tale of a young mermaid who gives up her life in the sea to love a human prince. Andersen’s story was first published in 1837 and has been adapted numerous times for stage and screen. Wright’s version is inspired by a children’s puppet theatre production of the classic at London’s Little Angel Theatre Company.
