Auditions -
Presented through special arrangement with: Music Theatre International
Directed by: Rick Steinberg
Produced by: Priscilla Losey, Samantha Netzen Bingham
Music Director: Jordan Krasnoff
Choreographer: Miriam Durrie-Kirsch
Audition Dates & Times:
January 18 – 20, 2026 at 7:00pm.
Sunday – Tuesday
Performances:
March 27 – April 19, 2026
• Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm
• Sundays at 2:00pm
• Thursday, April 2 at 8:00pm ($10 Thursday!)
• Saturdays April 11 & 18, 2:00pm
Audition Requirements:
Please prepare 24 bars from an appropriate song. An accompanist will be provided, or if desired bring background tracks on your device. Do not sing something from the show.
Please be prepared to dance.
Readings will consist of sides that will be posted online at www.conejoplayers.org before the audition dates.
Please be ready to read multiple characters.
This is an unpaid, non-Equity production. Adult actors of all races and genders are encouraged to audition.
Rehearsal Schedule:
Jan. 26-29, Monday-Thursday, 7:00pm
Feb. 2-5, Monday-Thursday, 7:00pm
Feb. 8, Strike Sunday 10am, all are called
Feb. 9-13, Monday-Friday, 7:00pm
Feb. 16-19, Monday-Thursday, 7:00pm
Feb. 23-27, Monday-Friday, 7:30pm
March 1, Sunday, 10:00am
March 2-6, Monday-Friday, 7:30pm
March 8, Sunday, 10:00am
March 9-13, Monday-Friday, 7:30pm
March 15, Sunday, 10:00am
March 16-20, Monday-Friday, 7:30pm
March 21, Dry Tech Saturday, 10:00am, no actors called
March 22, Tech Sunday, 10:00am, actors called at noon
March 23-26, Monday-Thursday, Tech Week, show conditions.
March 27, Friday, Opening
For more information, please contact:
Priscilla Losey pcillalosey@gmail.com
Samantha Netzen Bingham Samantha.netzen@gmail.com
Plot Summary:
A bubbly and seemingly superficial sorority queen is dumped by her boyfriend, prompting her to enroll at Harvard Law School to win him back. There, she challenges stereotypes and uncovers her own potential, demonstrating that intelligence and determination can exist in unexpected places. Along the way, she finds friendship and self-awareness, defying expectations and achieving surprising success. Through her experience at Harvard Law, Elle has transformed herself into a confident and capable advocate. She proves to everyone, including herself, that she is much more than just a pretty face, marking a powerful change in her character.
For more information:
Contact Priscilla Losey, Samantha Netzen Bingham at pcillalosey@gmail.com
Show Synopsis
A bubbly and seemingly superficial sorority queen is dumped by her boyfriend, prompting her to enroll at Harvard Law School to win him back. There, she challenges stereotypes and uncovers her own potential, demonstrating that intelligence and determination can exist in unexpected places. Along the way, she finds friendship and self-awareness, defying expectations and achieving surprising success. Through her experience at Harvard Law, Elle has transformed herself into a confident and capable advocate. She proves to everyone, including herself, that she is much more than just a pretty face, marking a powerful change in her character.
Character Descriptions
Character Breakdown:
Elle Woods (Female, 18-25)
The quintessential Valley Girl who follows her ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School and realizes that she has more to offer than just a pretty face and a bubbly personality. Range: F#3 to F5
Emmett Forrest (Male, 20-30)
A smart and sensitive law student who takes Elle under his wing. He is charming, quirky, loveable, and friendly. Range: A2 to A4
Paulette (Female, 35-45)
A brash, caring, optimistic hair stylist who is friends with Elle and longs to find a man for herself. Range: G3 to A5
Professor Callahan (Male, 40-55)
A pompous, sleezy and manipulative law professor at Harvard who is highly successful, but completely immoral. Range: A2 to F#4
Warner Huntington III (Male, 20-25)
A good-looking but shallow and pompous guy who breaks Elle’s heart and heads off to Harvard Law. Range: A2 to G#4
Vivienne Kensington (Female, 20-25)
A smart, savvy, and uptight law student and Warner’s fiancée who initially dismisses Elle but grows to be her friend. Range: A3 to Ab5
Brooke Wyndham (Female, 25-35)
An exercise video mogul who is also a former sorority girl. She is energetic and charismatic, yet currently on trial for murder. Range: A3-G5
Greek Chorus (Female, 20-25)
Margot, Serena, and Pilar: Elle’s best friends and her sorority sisters. They serve as guide to Elle throughout the story and should be strong vocalists and dancers.
Ensemble (All genders, various ages)
Harvard Law students, Delta Nu members, fraternity guys, prison inmates, salon patrons/employees, etc. Members of the ensemble will play featured roles with lines and vocal solos like Chutney Wyndham, Elle’s parents, Nikos, Dewey, Kyle, etc. The members of the ensemble should be strong vocalists and movers/dancers as they will be utilized in various capacities throughout the show.
Audition Info for Dogs:
Same days and times as actor auditions. Dogs will be seen first and then they may leave.
Character Breakdown:
Bruiser (typically played by a chihuahua)
Must be comfortable being held, picked up, placed in a bag/purse, walked on a leash, and able to follow basic commands. Being able to “speak” on command is a bonus.
Rufus (any breed)
Must be comfortable being held, picked up, walked on a leash, and able to follow basic commands. Off-leash training is a bonus.