Here is a press release from the Plaza regarding open auditions:

Open Auditions and Registration for Youth

THE LITTLE MERMAID, JR.

The Plaza Theatre, on Monterey Square in Wharton, will be holding open auditions and

registration for the Litefooters Summer Youth Workshop and Production, Disney’s The Little

Mermaid, Jr. All interested youth should arrive at the Plaza Theatre on Sunday, May 5,

2013 at 6:00pm.

Every summer we teach basic stagecraft and theatre discipline to youngsters age 6 through 16 at the Litefooter Summer Youth Workshop. The workshop culminates in a major production on the Plaza’s main stage during the last weekend in June as part of the annual Wharton County Freedom Fest. Registration is $50.00 and covers t-shirt, snacks and supplies. Scholarships are available upon special request.

In a magical kingdom fathoms under the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. But first she'll have to defy her father King

Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch Ursula, and convince Prince Eric that she’s the girl with the enchanting voice. Adapted from Disney’s 2008 Broadway production, Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr. features the hit songs "Part of Your World," "She’s in Love," and the Oscar-winning "Under the Sea."

The performance schedule for this production is June 27-30. 2013. Additional information regarding the Litefooters program and auditions for this production are available at www.whartonplazatheatre.org.