Once Upon A Mattress Jr.
February 25-29, 2027
Many moons ago in a far-off place, Queen Aggravain decreed no couples could marry until her son, Prince Dauntless, found a bride. Princesses came from far and wide to win the hand of the prince, but none could pass the impossible tests given to them by the Queen. That is, until the “shy” swamp princess, Winnifred the Woebegone, showed up. Would she be able to pass the Sensitivity Test, marry her prince and help Lady Larken and Sir Harry to the altar? Carried on a wave of wonderful songs, by turns hilarious and raucous, romantic and melodic, this rollicking spin on the classic tale The Princess and the Pea provides some side-splitting shenanigans. For after all, a princess is a delicate thing.
A Musical based on the story of The Princess and the Pea
Music and Lyrics by Mary Rodgers
Book by Jay Thompson, Dean Fuller, and Marshall Barer
Lyrics by Marshall Barer
AUDITION INFORMATION
Auditions are taking place at Lakeside Church (7654 Conservation Rd, Guelph) on Oct. 23rd, 24th and 25th. We welcome those aged 8-15 (as of September 1st, 2025).
What to prepare for the audition:
- A song of your choice, approximately 1 min in length. We suggest a song from the musical theatre repertoire that shows off your singing ability, but please pick anything you feel comfortable singing.
- A joke, monologue or a page from your favourite book in your best British accent. It does not have to be memorized – we are looking for your ability to emote or show expression. Accents are not expected to be perfect, but we want to see an eagerness to try!
What to bring to the audition:
- Headshot (does not need to be professional)
- Backtrack for your song is preferred (we will have the ability to play from an android or iPhone)
- Willingness to participate in a very short movement/dance audition.
- Your enthusiasm!
There will be an invitation-only callback on Wednesday November 5th, 2025 for lead and featured roles as well as a more in-depth dance portion. You may be called to one, both or none of these. If you are not called back, it does not mean you are not cast in the show, it just means we do not need to see you for callbacks.
Dates & Times: October 24 and 25 from 2pm – 8pm
Location: Lakeside Church, Guelph
Everyone called for the hour will do a solo vocal audition and then the group will be brought in together to learn a short movement combination.
– A joke, monologue or a page from your favourite book. It does not have to be memorized, we are looking for your ability to emote or show expression.
– Headshot (does not need to be professional)
– Backtrack for your song is preferred (we will have the ability to play from an android or iPhone)
– Willingness to participate in a very short movement/dance audition.
– Your enthusiasm!
There will be an invitation-only callback on Friday, October 30, 2026 for lead and featured roles as well as a more in-depth dance portion. You may be called to one, both or none of these. If you are not called back, it does not mean you are not cast in the show, it just means we do not need to see you for callbacks
Winnifred is the quirky, outspoken, yet charming princess from the swamplands who falls in love with Prince Dauntless.
The queen is in control of the castle and everyone in it. She tries to manipulate Prince Dauntless by being overly sweet at times, yet is always looking out for herself first.
King:
The king is a mostly silent character. This actor must be very expressive with their face and body language in order to communicate the kings ideas and thoughts.
A simple, slightly immature, good-hearted prince, Dauntless wants nothing more than to get married.
Wizard:
The wizard is the queen’s henchman and works with her to make sure every princess fails her tests.
Sir Harry:
Harry is the brave knight who takes matters into his own hands, searching for a princess for Prince Dauntless so that he can get married himself. He loves Lady Larken with all his heart, even though they aren’t always the best communicators.
Lady Larken:
Lady Larken has been waiting for Prince Dauntless to get married so she can finally marry Sir Harry.
Minstrel:
One of the narrators of the story, the Minstrel is a confidant of the King and will do what it takes to help Prince Dauntless get married.
Jester:
The other narrator of the story and is the counterpart of the Minstrel.
Lucille:
Lady-In-Waiting
Rowena:
Lady-In-Waiting
Ladies-In-Waiting, Knights, Princesses, dancers, etc.
Cast
Production Team
Guelph Little Theatre
Guelph
February 25th, 26th & 27th, 2027 7:30pm
February 27th & 28th, 2027 1:30pm
Director: Anna MacMillan
Choreographer: Milwaukee Baker
Musical Director: Ana Maria Rajcan